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26,200 | 13 | "Children who are exposed to the ballet every Christmas will enjoy reading it on their own."--School Library Journal.Illus. in full color. In simple, clear language, children can follow the story of the Christmas ballet themselves, from the opening Christmas Eve party scene to the closing scene in which Marie and her Nutcracker prince bid farewell to the Land of the Sweets.; Title: The Nutcracker Ballet (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,201 | 2 | This title will lure the most reluctant readers, who will be as glad to make Marvin's acquaintance as his old fans will be to greet a new adventure."--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books.Illus. in black-and-white. Marvin's friends think he's the luckiest boy in the world when his teacher asks him to dog-sit for a week. He gets to be alone in Mrs. North's house! But pretty soon it starts to look as if Marvin is not so lucky after all...."; Title: Alone in His Teacher's House (Marvin Redpost, No. 4) | [
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26,202 | 0 | "When Mai's family discovers that Vietnam government soldiers will soon apprehend her father and grandmother, the family slips away in the night. They trudge through the swamps of the Mekong Delta toward the sea. The gut-wrenching trip to Hong Kong is just another step toward a new life, which the family eventually finds. Whelan's characters are distinctive, and her story is riveting, haunting, and memorable, reflecting the human virtues of determination, hope, love, and courage in the face of the most devastating of circumstances and injustices."--"Booklist.Gloria and her husband Joseph moved from Detroit to the woods of northern Michigan several years ago.Many of Gloria's books take place during the summer -- because she does a lot of her writing during the northern Michigan blizzards!Gloria has been telling stories for as long as she can remember.Before she could read or write, she used to dictate stories to her baby-sitter, who would type them out.Being an only child, many of Gloria's stories were about having a brother or sister.Gloria would like to have written Little Women, because Jo March was one of her role models growing up!Gloria once had a set of five guinea pigs, all named after Detroit Tiger baseball players!; Title: Goodbye, Vietnam | [
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26,203 | 0 | ruck red, pumpkin orange, Big Bird yellow, and other bright colors, Little Elmo paints a colorful surprise!; Title: Little Elmo's Book of Colors (Toddler Books) | [
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26,204 | 11 | Portraying Columbus from his boyhood to his first landing in the Americas, Sis's ( Waving ; Alphabet Soup ) account is straightforward but somewhat flat. Though his minimal text often reads like a rushed summary, his artwork is extraordinary. With their rich, earthy hues, fine cross-hatching and, in many instances, the semblance of parchment or aged oils, these illustrations recall the maps, charts and paintings of Columbus's own era. Sis is especially adept at evoking the life of the mind and suggesting bridges between reality and imagination. In one particularly striking scene, the child Columbus, charged with weaving a bolt of cloth, imagines a world where the loom is his ship and the star-studded cloth his sail; in another, the monsters of the deep are depicted as they might be envisioned by the fearful men sailing west for the first time. Ages 5-10. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.Grade 2-4--A fascinating artistic represen tation of the discovery of the New World. In a preface, Sis makes refer ence to Columbus escaping the walls of fear and ignorance that encompassed 15th-century Europe and uses that mo tif freely throughout--as a curtain framing a view of Genoa, a background for pictures of Columbus's early life, and in an endpaper map of Europe sur rounded by a wall. The illustrations, ex ecuted in a variety of media--oil, ink, watercolor, and gouache--show scenes from the explorer's life as well as some of the many imaginary creatures that populated the Europeans' picture of the outside world at that time. Sis uses col ors ranging from drab browns and grays, to a rose-colored sky that is a background for the king and queen of Spain, and deep blues and greens for the ocean. A double-page medieval- style map is bordered with important dates and small pictures representing those dates, while another double page shows many postage-stamp-size repre sentations of the sea as described in Co lumbus's log. The many details on each page invite individual readers to pay close attention, but the brief, clear text and framed illustrations lend them selves equally well to group sharing. Make room on your crowded Colum bus shelf for this one.-Jean H. Zim merman, Willett School, South River, NJCopyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Follow the Dream: The Story of Christopher Columbus | [
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26,205 | 2 | "Kids will love the frankness about grade school gender wars and social taboos."--Booklist.Will kissing his elbow really turn Marvin into a girl? Casey Happleton claims it's so, and Marvin starts to believe her after his lips "accidentally" brush his elbow.; Title: Is He a Girl? (Marvin Redpost, No. 3) | [
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26,206 | 5 | Grade 4-7-A fairly comprehensive overview. Vinge begins with Mother Earth and Father Sky and briefly mentions the first gods and goddesses, the Titans, and their defeat by Zeus and his siblings. The balance of the book introduces the 14 gods of Mount Olympus as well as some minor ones, and retells their stories. The selections cover the basics without oversimplifying them and create the right amount of tension and emotion. No sources are listed. Bold, dramatic paintings that vary from spot art to powerful double-page spreads appear every few pages. While not as in-depth as D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths (Doubleday, 1962), which has illustrations that show more of the action, this collection is similar in scope and organization. It is also comparable to Mary Pope Osborne's Favorite Greek Myths (Scholastic, 1989), which is based on Ovid's Metamorphoses.Cheri Estes, Detroit Country Day School Middle School, Beverly Hills, MI Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.Vinge, a renowned author of juvenile and adult sf, profiles an array of deities, then presents relatively ingenuous versions of 14 well-known myths, soft-pedaling their more violent and libidinous aspects. Vinge points out the male-centeredness of most Greek myths and creates some gender balance by omitting tales from the Iliad and the Odyssey; by giving the peaceable hearth goddess Hestia a nod; by including the stories of Atlanta, Psyche, and Echo; by giving Medea roles in two episodes; and, in the collection's high point, by brilliantly transforming the legend of Pandora so that what escapes are not Earth's ills but its joys. Vinge does not cite her sources, and Oren Sherman's illustrations, which feature languid figures with modern haircuts and faces turned aside, do little to reflect the vitality of the ancient stories. Still, interest in myths never seems to wane, and younger readers especially will appreciate this engaging gathering's fluid, informal prose, simple plots, and clear-cut emotions. Superfluous index. John Peters; Title: The Random House Book of Greek Myths | [
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26,207 | 0 | "A touching, believable story with strong characterizations and sense of place."-- The Horn Book"Gloria Whelan offers a warm, believable picture of a blind child as she takes her first steps on the long road toward independence."-- The Braille Monitor"Nine-year-old Hannah, living on a farm in 1887 Michigan, is referred to as 'poor Hannah' because she is blind. In this brief historical novel, Hannah tells of a turning point in her life when Miss Robbin, the new teacher, comes to board with them and eventually persuades the family to let Hannah attend school. A touching, believable story with strong characterizations and sense of place."--Horn Book. Illus. in black-and-white. "Nine-year-old Hannah, living on a farm in 1887 Michigan, is referred to as 'poor Hannah' because she is blind. In this brief historical novel, Hannah tells of a turning point in her life when Miss Robbin, the new teacher, comes to board with them and eventually persuades the family to let Hannah attend school. A touching, believable story with strong characterizations and sense of place."--"Horn Book.; Title: Hannah (Stepping Stone, paper) | [
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26,208 | 2 | Illus. in full color. Brother and Sister Bear's parents always seem to be nagging them about something, so the cubs decide to show how their parents annoy them by creating a play entitled "The Trouble with Grownups." Then Mama and Papa put on their own role-reversal skit, and everyone winds up learning something about themselves.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt.It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears." Stan and Jan planned all of their books together. They both wrote the stories and created the pictures. They continued to live outside of Philadelphia in the country. There are now over 300 Berenstain Bears books.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Grownups | [
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26,209 | 2 | This First Stepping Stone book (see preceding review) heralds the series debut of nine-year-old Marvin Redpost. He is convinced he is Prince Robert, the King of Shampoon's long-lost son currently being sought in a much-publicized campaign. First, Marvin is the only person in his family with red hair and blue eyes. Next, Marvin's teacher says that because he is left-handed he must have royal blood. And finally, Marvin does not remind his grandmother of anyone else in the family. All of this assures Marvin that he must have been kidnapped at birth and accidentally given to Mr. and Mrs. Redpost. Though the story line is frivolous, lively dialogue and Marvin's endless imagination command steady attention. Characterization, however scanty, is at least true to life, and the unresolved ending leaves readers something to think about. The rigid black-and-white illustrations, on the other hand, add little. Ages 6-9. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc."The story is wonderfully logical and absurd, with a wit and attention to detail rare in an easy reader."--Bulletin, Center for Children's Books. "Fast paced, easy to read, and full of humor."--School Library Journal.; Title: Kidnapped At Birth? (Marvin Redpost 1, paper) | [
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26,210 | 2 | "Lionni's inquisitive, clever mice prove once more the value of the fable as a storytelling device, especially when it is simply told and beautifully illustrated. . . . A superior picture book." —School Library Journal (Starred Review)“A journey worth repeating.” —Publishers WeeklyIllus. in full color. "Lionni's inquisitive, clever mice prove once more the value of the fable as a storytelling device, especially when it is simply told and beautifully illustrated. Confined to a meadow behind a high wall, Tillie longs to discover the unknown world beyond the wall. It takes all of Tillie's determination to find a way to the other side. A superior picture book, this should be a perennial favorite for primary grade story hours."--(starred) "School Library Journal.; Title: Tillie and the Wall (Dragonfly Books) | [
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26,211 | 2 | When careless citizens pose a threat to Bear Country's environment, Brother and Sister Bear form the Earthsavers Club. Their spirited ecological efforts deliver a timely message about the urgent need to mend our polluting and wasteful ways.Stan and Jan Berenstain were already successful cartoonists for magazines and adult humor books when they began writing children's books. The first story starring the bear family,The Big Honey Hunt, appeared in 1962. Since then, more than 360 Berenstain Bears books have been published, and more than 300 million copies have been sold. What began as an idea sparked by their young sons' love of reading has become one of the best-selling children's book series ever.; Title: The Berenstain Bears Don't Pollute (Anymore) | [
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26,212 | 0 | This entry in the Step into Reading series is so appropriately simple--and suitably silly--that youngsters will be reading right along before they even realize it. The book's whimsical cover sets just the right tone: a bug-eyed, polka-dot-clad toad proud as punch behind the wheel of a vivid red "bug"--license plate T1. Continuing the fun, the frisky, rhymed text makes the reader's task that much easier--what's not to like about "Seat belt on? / Here we go! / Not too fast, not too slow"? Lively and colorful, the illustrations of Toad's madcap outing offer unexpected delights, as the car zips by a monster truck here, a Victorian manse there. Whether whizzing through a car wash, fixing a flat tire or stopping for lunch ("Sip and slurp. / Chew and munch"), this vivacious animal cast will help to make one of childhood's earliest accomplishments pure pleasure. Ages 4-6. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.. "This beginning reader combines simple dialogue and appealing color pictures. Though the text is minimal, there's enough story here to hook new readers."--Booklist.; Title: Toad on the Road (Step-Into-Reading, Step 2) | [
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26,213 | 0 | Illus. in black-and-white. Jack and Annie are in deep trouble when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the days of desert islands, secret maps, hidden gold--and ruthless pirates! Will Jack and Annie discover a buried treasure? Will they find out the identity of the mysterious M? Or will they "walk the plank?s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers Highly acclaimed by parents, teachers, and especially kids, these books have an astonishing track record for inspiring readersHighly acclaimed by parents, teachers, and especially kids, these books have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strong characters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science, it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books. ; Title: Pirates Past Noon (Magic Tree House, No. 4) | [
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26,214 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 2-- A useful introduction to dinosaurs for beginning readers. The text is in bold type, the vocabulary is simple, and the information is accurate. Some of the material is in a question-and-answer format, but for the most part, it follows the development of different dinosaurs from hatchling to adulthood chronologically. The serviceable watercolor illustrations are labeled and include pronunciation guides. An appealing title that should be popular with dinosaur enthusiasts. --Pearl Herscovitch, University of Calgary, Alberta, CanadaCopyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc."An appealing title that should be popular with dinosaur enthusiasts."--School Library Journal. ; Title: Dinosaur Babies (Step-into-Reading: A Step 2 Book) | [
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26,215 | 0 | Illus. in full color. Camping is not for girls, right? At least, that's what P.J. and his pals tell Donna and Honey Bunny when they want to tag along on a camping trip. But when two mysterious ghosts frighten the boys all the way home, only the girls know the real story.Marilyn Sadler has been writing and illustrating children's books for 20 years. Her work has received many honors, including an IRA Classroom Choice Award and a Parents Choice Award. She lives in Ohio.Roger Bollen (19412015) was a writer and illustrator of the Animal Crackers syndicated comic strip. He also illustratedmore than 50 childrens books with Marilyn Sadler, including titles featuring P. J. Funnybunny and Alistairs Elephant.; Title: P. J. Funnybunny Camps Out (Step into Reading) | [
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26,216 | 11 | in full color. Old MacDonald would feel right at home on this tour of a teeny tiny farm and its teeny tiny people and animals, die-cut in the shape of a barn.; Title: The Teeny, Tiny Farm (Chunky Shape Books) | [
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26,217 | 2 | This perky tale, one of four inaugural Berenstain Bears Big Chapter Books, enables youngsters who have progressed past the original Berenstain Bears books to continue to enjoy the capers of this popular family. In the double-pronged plot, Brother Bear has his first major crush on a girl , and the flames of a long-smothered feud between two clans in Bear Country are rekindled. Writing in their characteristically sprightly style, infusing equal doses of cuteness and cleverness, the Berenstains neatly join the two story lines as a carefully chosen class play (by that famous playwright, William Shakesbeare) brings Brother and his honey together on stage as star-crossed lovers from sparring families. The leading cubs sail through their kissing scene, and the fate of the Capulets and the Montagues teaches the sparring Grizzlys and Bears the folly of their fight. All is well that ends well, if predictably--and the book's last page offers readers a chance to win a computer in a promotional sweepstakes. Illustrated in black-and-white. Ages 7-11. Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.Illus. in black-and-white. Brother Bear falls in love with Bonnie Brown, but an ancient family feud resurfaces, and they're forbidden to see each other. Only when the cubs stage a production of Romeo and Juliet do the grownups of Bear Country learn to leave their prejudices behind.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the New Girl in Town | [
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26,218 | 16 | Illustrated in full color. This die-cut book features a clock with movable hands, making this introduction to the hours a tick-tock treasure. Young time-tellers can move the hands to match the time on the clocks pictured on each page as they follow Thomas the Tank Engine and his train yard pals through a busy day. Clever clock illustrations and simple text also introduce the concepts of minutes and quarter, half, and three-quarter hours in this timely tome.; Title: Tell the Time with Thomas Clock Book | [
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26,219 | 2 | Jim Henson's Sesame Street Muppets cavort cheerfully with people of all sizes, shapes and ethnicities in this rather humdrum effort to show the ways in which all people are the same, despite obvious physical differences. On alternate spreads, drawings imitating photos zero in on variations on noses, hair, mouths, skin, eyes and bodies, all "different" from one another. A turn of the page reveals all of the owners of these body parts interacting, alongside several lines of sing-song verse explaining how our noses, hair, etc., are "the same." Some of the rhymes are silly or forced; part of the explanation of skin reads: "Muscles and bones are wrapped inside it. / We all have blood and skin to hide it!" Even the affable Sesame Street gang can't enliven this mundane treatment of a significant subject. Ages 4-8. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: We're Different, We're the Same (Sesame Street) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,220 | 5 | A dozen well-told stories from Africa illustrate the diversity of that continent, highlighting the richness of specific cultures as well as the more general importance of the spoken word. Some stories seem familiar-a pourquoi tale from Sierra Leone of how the leopard got his spots-but the versions here offer new variants (e.g., the pourquoi tale also explains how crying first began-and how it can be stopped). Some are purely amusing, while others have their roots in imperialism and slavery. Aardema (Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears) writes with vigor and wit, sprinkling each entry with words from the country of origin (these are translated in glossaries at the beginning of each story). Individual afterwords set each story in context, and source notes are unusually helpful, explaining that most of the tales are taken from those sub-Saharan coastal regions where European traders, missionaries and anthropologists first established posts and settlements. Illustrations in tropical colors are imbued with movement and energy until the figures seem to be all spiky arms and legs, and Ruffins mirrors Aardema's concern for atmosphere with his use of patterns and geometric details. A zestful and well-researched presentation, delivered via especially clean, inviting book design. Ages 5-10. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Grade 2-6-Beautifully designed as well as vibrantly illustrated, this compilation of lively African tales works on all levels. A bright, easily read map in the introduction places the stories in their own locale on the continent. Each tale is preceded by a glossary of unfamiliar words and includes an afterword about the setting and culture where the story originated. Aardema's lively style makes the stories leap off the page and beg to be told, or at least read aloud. "Goso the Teacher," a cumulative rhymed narrative originally told in Swahili, recalls "The House that Jack Built" but is firmly set in the culture of Zanzibar. "Leelee Goro," a pourquoi tale from Sierra Leone, gives explanations for eight different phenomena-including how crying came into the world, and how to stop it-yet remains lighthearted and amusing to the end. This collection belongs in every library and classroom.Connie C. Rockman, The Ferguson Library, Stamford, CTCopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Misoso: Once Upon a Time Tales from Africa | [
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26,221 | 0 | A drab palette takes the shine off Milstein's pleasantly nostalgic book. Laid out so that the text runs vertically instead of horizontally, each spread represents a different layer of an old-fashioned jewelry box. The inside cover simulates the opening of the box, with a summons to lift a flap and watch a "beautiful ballerina" emerge. Readers can pass their hands through a charm bracelet that folds out from the page; try on two rows' worth of rings; tell time by lifting the lids of two pocket watches; and see themselves reflected when they open a gold locket "with a picture of you inside!" Milstein encourages interaction in other ways too: she prompts readers to count the pearls on a strand or pick a favorite trinket. The interior of the jewel box is depicted in dingy beige with discreet white rosettes, while the dull brown borders seem intended to suggest a wood exterior. Although often imaginative, the book doesn't quite satisfy. One wishes for a plush red lining or detachable art--something to make the package sparkle. Ages 3-8. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Grandma's Jewelry Box | [
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26,222 | 4 | in full color. Tractors, tankers, fire engines, vans and semis make up this Chunky cavalcade of trucks, delightfully die-cut in the shape of kids' favorite vehicle.; Title: Trucks (A Chunky Book(R)) | [
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26,223 | 0 | Illus. in full color. In the fourth Otto & Uncle Tooth adventure, the seafaring sleuths, along with Otto's spunky cousin Olivia, sneak into Mookey Swamp to retrieve a stolen pearl from the wicked Cobweb Queen and her Eenie Meanies.; Title: The Curse of the Cobweb Queen: An Otto & Uncle Tooth Adventure (Step into Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,224 | 0 | Grade 3-5-The three major civilizations of the Americas are introduced here in a compare-and-contrast, scattershot approach. Small, sparkling, full-color captioned photographs of cities, pottery, jewelry, and clothing accompany one-paragraph texts on such general topics (treated on two pages each) as farming, hunting and fishing, family life, and more. Photos of the Mexican National Archeological Museum's re-creations of scenes of daily life are used to depict such ancient activities as trade, tribute, and medicine. Illustrations from the pages of the Mayan codices are reproduced throughout, but there is no explanation of their significance until page 40, or of what the conquering Spaniards did with them. Although the pictures are bright, clear, and attention grabbing, the text is just random facts scattered across the pages. These majestic cultures are done a disservice by this weightless flitting from topic to topic.Frances E. Millhouser, Reston Regional Library, Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.Full-color photos. Unravel the remarkable mysteries of the ancient peoples who built great palaces and pyramids, and developed an accurate calendar and a knowledge of astronomy without the benefit of telescopes or written language.; Title: Aztec, Inca & Maya (Eyewitness books) | [
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26,225 | 4 | hotos . James makes fun of his friends because they need paint jobs, but when an accident ruins his appearance, James finds himself in a real jam! Also included are "Bertie's Chase," "Percy and the Signal," and "Percy Proves a Point."; Title: James in a Mess and Other Thomas the Tank Engine Stories (Thomas & Friends) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,226 | 1 | "An attractive and informative book for curious children and their parents or teachers."--Science Books & Films. Full-color photos &full-color illus. Edible frogs, frogs that live in trees, and frogs that exude venom are a few of the amphibians detailed in this fact-filled overview.; Title: Amazing Frogs and Toads (Eyewitness Junior) | [
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26,227 | 2 | PW praised the "strong, realistic characterization" in this "gracefully told story" of a compulsive comic, the scourge of his seventh-grade class. Ages 8-12. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc."With its strong, realistic characterization, Sachar's gracefully told story will please his longtime fans and gain him new followers as well"-- Publishers Weekly.; Title: Dogs Don't Tell Jokes | [
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26,228 | 2 | hotos. Edward proves to Gordon and James that even though he's an old-fashioned engine, he can still "chug-chug" with the best of them. Other tales in the collection are "Donald and Douglas," "The Deputation," and "The Diseasal."; Title: Edward's Exploit and Other Thomas the Tank Engine Stories (Thomas & Friends) (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,229 | 0 | Illus. in full color. In this sequel to the critically acclaimed Toad on the Road, Toad joyfully takes to the tracks with his freewheeling spirit, carefree humor, and new motto, "Give me a ticket to go anywhere! The farther the better, I don't care!"; Title: Railroad Toad (Step-Into-Reading, Step 2) | [
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26,230 | 21 | in full color. After missing a big catch, new kid Billy invites the team to his baseball birthday party, where he plans to prove he's no butterfingers.But a mishap with the invitations leaves Billy with an even bigger problem on his hands.; Title: The Baseball Birthday Party (Step into Reading, A Step 2 Book) | [
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26,231 | 1 | Illus. in black-and-white. Brother and Sister are sure they know who is breaking into lockers at Bear Country School. But when it comes to finding real proof, they're in for a big surprise.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Red-Handed Thief (Big Chapter Books) | [
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26,232 | 0 | "The artwork adds drama and a vintage flavor to this collection of pitcher profiles, presented in large, clear type. Sports fans will like the lively text, which is filled with good game color and intriguing anecdotes."--Booklist. & photos. From Walter Johnson, the shy farmboy who threw "little white bullets," to modern-day superstars like Nolan Ryan, the strikeout king, here are lively, colorful portraits of the all-time greatest magicians of the mound.; Title: Baseball's Greatest Pitchers (Step into Reading) | [
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26,233 | 0 | In 1692, an earthquake buried an entire city full of pirate treasure! 300 years later the lost city and its wealth were found. But not all treasures have been found, many mysteries still remain. Learn about these fantastic true stories in this non-fiction Step 4! Treasure awaits you!; Title: True-Life Treasure Hunts (Step-Into-Reading, Step 5) | [
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26,234 | 11 | A yen to bake sends a girl on a worldwide shopping spree to gather ingredients for that favorite all-American treat, apple pie. Priceman ( The Tiny, Tiny Boy and the Big, Big Cow ) is a master of whimsy (the chicken chosen to lay the eggs, for example, falls to earth in a parachute). Energetic watercolors radiate an offbeat nostalgia; although they're not moored in any particular period, they contain an appealing jumble of details, from Edwardian (an antique pram; turn-of-the-century millinery) through the present day (a yellow school bus). Priceman addresses her audience directly, an astute device that draws readers in and lets them accompany the pinafore-clad, Madeleine-esque cook on her travels, from the Italian countryside (she's there for the semolina wheat) to Sri Lanka (for cinnamon, from the bark of the kurundu tree) to Jamaica (for the sugar cane) and home via Vermont (the apples, of course). At last, the pie is baked and feasted upon by the girl and all the friends she has made on her travels. For those inevitably salivating by the final page, a recipe is included. Ages 4-8. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Grade 1-3-In this whimsical, geographical shopping journey, a young baker thinks of how to proceed if the market is closed. She directs readers, via various modes of transportation, to gather seminola wheat in Italy, a chicken (for its egg) in France, bark from the kurundu (cinnamon) tree in Sri Lanka, a cow (for butter) in England, salt water and sugar cane in Jamaica, and apples in Vermont. Processing the worldly ingredients is quickly handled, a pie is baked, and friends are invited to share. A look around the table reveals children from all of the countries in which the foods have been found. A recipe for apple pie appears on the last page. The brightly colored pictures are fanciful, revealing cheerful, busy people working in towns, fields, and forests of the various countries. The purposeful girl in a green pinafore collects her ingredients with enthusiasm and good cheer. A lighthearted, pleasurable selection.Carolyn Jenks, First Parish Unitarian Church, Portland, MECopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World | [
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26,235 | 2 | Text: Spanish (translation) Original Language: EnglishLa galardonada autora Pat Mora escribe poesa, no ficcin y libros infantiles, incluyendo Toms y la seora de la biblioteca, Doa flor, A Library for Juana y I Pledge Allegiance. Es miembro honorario de la ALA, el honor ms alto otorgado a miembros que no son bibliotecarios. Pat vive en Santa Fe, New Mexico. Descubre ms sobre Pat y sus libros en patmora.com.; Title: Tomas y la Senora de la Biblioteca (Spanish Edition) | [
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26,236 | 15 | Grade 3-6-- Concentrating on simple experiments, games, and crafts, this collection is useful for both leisure time activities and science projects. Most of the objectives are simple, achieved with generally available materials. Full-color illustrations accompany every project and are well labeled for easy identification. A few of the suggestions are difficult--creating a pond in the backyard is not a project for children. Overall, this is an above-average activity book for suburban and rural children, but has few prospects for city dwellers.- Eva Elisabeth Von Ancken, Trinity Pawling School, NYCopyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.trating on simple experiments, games, and crafts, this collection is useful for both leisure-time activities and science projects. Most of the objectives are simple, achieved with generally available materials. Full-color illustrations accompany every project and are well labeled for easy identification."--<i>School Library Journal.</i>; Title: 175 Amazing Nature Experiments | [
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26,237 | 1 | ack-and-white. Too-Tall makes fun of Harry and calls him "Wheels" because he's in a wheelchair. But Harry can handle it--he even challenges Too-Tall to a basketball game!Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.  They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.  They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.  During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.  When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.  After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.  Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .  It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".  Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.  They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Wheelchair Commando | [
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26,238 | 2 | Illus. in full color. That cheeky blue engine refuses to be sidetracked from his goal of taking schoolchildren home after their visit to the train yard--despite a host of obstacles along the way.In the early 1940s, a loving father crafted a small blue wooden engine for his son, Christopher. The stories that this father, Reverend W. Awdry, made up to accompany this wonderful toy were first published in 1945. He continued to create new adventures and characters until 1972, when he retired from writing. Reverend Awdry died in 1997 at the age of 85.Owain Bell illustrated Thomas the Tank Engine books and merchandise for ten years, from 1986 to 1996. He lives in Western Australia.; Title: Thomas and the School Trip (I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books) | [
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26,239 | 2 | Illustrated in full color. Water-loving Elmo just can't wait to jump into a tub full of bubbles and water toys and scrub, scrub, scrub! Perfect for reluctant bathers, this cheerful book is made of soft, washable nontoxic vinyl--and it really floats!; Title: Elmo Wants a Bath (Bath Book) | [
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26,240 | 2 | ack-and-white. Sister and Brother uncover a drug problem in Bear Country, and they're determined to track down the culprits. But just when they're sure they've solved the case, they learn that jumping to conclusions is not the best way to solve a problem.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Drug-Free Zone (Big Chapter Books(TM)) | [
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26,241 | 0 | "This is just the book to hook adventure-lovers on biographies. "--School Library Journal.Illus. in full color. Here is the gripping story of Hillary and Norgay's perilous ascent of Mount Everest as they battled snow and ice slides, whipping winds, and the grim knowledge that 19 others had died in the same attempt.; Title: To the Top! Climbing the World's Highest Mountain (Step-Into-Reading, Step 5) | [
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26,242 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 3-The general relationship and special friendships that have developed between these playful mammals and humans provides the framework for this easy reader. Facts about physical characterisitics, social structure, and intelligence are adequately presented along with information about "Dolphin Safe" tuna fishing and canning. The illustrations are uninspired, but are clear and supportive of the text. A serviceable introduction, but this title in no way rivals June Behrens's Dolphins! (Childrens, 1989).Gale W. Sherman, Pocatello Public Library, IDCopyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.Illus. in full color. Chock-full of information about the most sensitive, intelligent, and friendly of large aquatic creatures, "Dolphins! should fare swimmingly with kids who read about whales and sharks.; Title: Dolphins! (Step into Reading) | [
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26,243 | 6 | Count to 10, explore the alphabet, discover shapes, learn about opposites, and find the missing teddy bear in this big, colorful board book. Sesame Street's beloved Elmo guides young readers to lift more than 60 flaps to reveal humorous and edifying surprises. Over the word "dry," Grover gazes unsuspectingly into a garden hose. Turn the flap and guess what happens! Grover learns all about "wet." A towering pyramid of alphabet blocks contains objects starting with the same letter behind each flap: alligator, book, cookies. Large, sturdy flaps allow rough-tough toddler hands to clutch and pull as much as they want with minimal risk of tearing. Children will adore the bright, bold illustrations of Jim Henson's familiar Muppet characters and beg to return to this book again and again. (Baby to preschool) --Emilie CoulterIllustrated in full color. Turn playtime into learning time with lovable Sesame Street Muppet Elmo and the biggest flap book ever! Toddlers can lift alphabet blocks to find a word beginning with each letter, open doors and windows on Sesame Street to count objects from one to ten, lift flaps that reveal opposites, and help Elmo find his teddy! More than 60 sturdy flaps--10 to 26 per spread--are part of the page, not glued on, and are made to stand up to the repeated wear and tear kids are sure to inflict with lots of lifting, looking, seeking, finding, and fun!; Title: ELMO'S BIG LIFT-AND- | [
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26,244 | 2 | Illustrated in full color. When Mrs. Funnybunny calls for her children to go to bed they all hop away and disappear!Kids can help Mother find her hiding hares by peeking through die-cut holes--under tables, behind curtains, and all over the house--until they're all tucked snugly into bed.; Title: Bedtime for Bunnies (Peek-a-Board Books(TM)) | [
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26,245 | 2 | The Pepperday family is moving to Aunt Sally's farm. Mr. Pepperday, Mrs. Pepperday, and Chuckie Pepperday are happy as hogs in slop. But Tooter Pepperday is not. There's no cable TV, no playground, and she's gone three days without pizza! What does a girl have to do to show her family she'll never get used to life on the farm?"Tooter is a real-life, plucky, resourceful heroine . . . in a good sound story that has a lot to say about the choices we make and the impact they have."--"Booklist"Tooter Pepperday . . . is sure to bring on the chuckles and the giggles."--"School Library JournalJerry Spinelli is the author of the Newbery Award-winning "Maniac Magee, as well as many other titles, including "Stargirl and his autobiography, "Knots in My Yo-Yo String. The author lives in Pennsylvania.JERRY SPINELLI is the author of many novels for young readers, including The Warden's Daughter; Stargirl; Love, Stargirl; Milkweed; Crash; Wringer; and Maniac Magee, winner of the Newbery Medal; along withKnots in My Yo-Yo String, the autobiography of his childhood. A graduate of Gettysburg College, he lives in Pennsylvania with his wife, poet and author Eileen Spinelli.From the Hardcover edition.; Title: Tooter Pepperday (Stepping Stone, paper) | [
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26,246 | 2 | Grade 1-3-Samantha S. Van Dorf is the new girl in school. Her family is wealthy, so the narrator, a fellow classmate, postulates that her middle initial stands for "Snob." After all, she wears a fur coat and fancy hats, and rides in the back of a long car instead of on the school bus. However, she finds out that Samantha is actually a nice person when she attends her birthday party and gets a chance to know her. The short sentences and plentiful, lively, full-color illustrations make this story an appropriate selection for newly independent readers. An amusing look at jealousy turned to friendship.Lesley McKinstry, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, OHCopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Illus. in full color. Samantha wears a fur coat and a designer hat. She's got a limousine, an indoor pool, and a mom who looks like a movie star. What a snob! That's what the narrator of this story thinks. Then she discovers that she and Samantha have a lot in common--including their squirt-gun rings!; Title: Samantha the Snob (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,247 | 8 | "This adaptation has its own special appeal. Although considerably shorter than the original, it remains faithful to the plot. Allen's oversize chalk drawings are handsome. Children sometimes pass over Burnett's story because by the time they are able to read it, they are no longer interested in the subject. For them, this adaptation will work well."--Booklist.From the Hardcover edition.an unhappy little girl, her invalid cousin, and the healing power of friendship and love. Reading level: 4.8.; Title: The Secret Garden (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) | [
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26,248 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 1-Despite the prowling pirates that threaten the safety of Busytown Bay, Uncle Willy sails off, finds an island, and decides to take a nap before eating his pie. Soon, he is awakened by pirates and tossed overboard. After swimming to shore, he constructs a fake crocodile from plants and objects found on the island, crawls inside, and cleverly captures the villains. This adaptation of "Uncle Willy and the Pirates" from The Funniest Storybook Ever (Random, 1972) includes many of Scarry's well-known cat and mice characters. The bold-colored illustrations and a large typeface will contribute to the book's success with beginning readers.Sharron McElmeel, Cedar Rapids Community Schools, IACopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc."The bold-colored illustrations and a large typeface will contribute to the book's success with beginning readers."--School LibraryJournal.; Title: Richard Scarry's Pie Rats Ahoy! (Step-Into-Reading, Step 2) | [
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26,249 | 0 | ll color. The popular rhyming nursery game comes to Sesame Street, inviting the youngest readers to identify familiar characters and objects and explore early-learning concepts such as colors, shapes, and sizes.; Title: I Spy: A Game to Read and Play (Step into Reading, Step 1, paper) | [
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26,250 | 2 | Grade 3-6-In this 13th adventure in the series, Peck returns to the rural Vermont town of his childhood. Rob and his neighbor Luther Wesley Vinson, a.k.a. Soup, are devotees of a radio show starring Sinker O. Sailor. When a contest is announced by the show's advertiser involving an essay and a ridiculous number of cereal boxtops, Rob and Soup respond with enthusiam worthy of a megabucks lottery drawing. They win, of course, and prepare for Sinker O. Sailor to pay them and their hometown a visit. How the boys build a boat, help put on a festival, save Sinker's career, and outwit their enemies make for hilarious reading. Silly and coincidental, it's impossible not to smile at the boys' antics. Peck makes wonderful use of alliteration; indeed, he's a master at this stylistic device. With 60 books to his credit, another success is no surprise. Connie Tyrrell Burns, Mahoney Middle School, South Portland, MECopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 2-5. This latest Soup adventure follows the delightful pattern of the previous ones. Soup and friend Rob enter a radio contest and win the coveted prize of a visit to their town by radio hero Sinker O. Sailor, who promises a live broadcast during his visit. As in previous books, Rob still falls for Soup's schemes and does whatever Soup bids, no matter how dangerous or embarrassing. The boys get into preposterous situations, linked just enough to reality to be hilarious. Set in a time when kids listened to the radio after school and rummaged in the local dump for parts for their projects, the story contains a few anachronisms. However, references to toxic waste and the use of cordless microphones will probably bother only the sharpest of readers. The fast-paced story is filled with puns and boasts all the old cast--heartthrob Norma Jean Bissell as well as bully Janice Riker. Long live Soup! Susan DeRonne; Title: Soup Ahoy | [
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26,251 | 18 | In her brief foreword to this significant book, an abridgment of the first of three autobiographies penned by the one-time slave and abolitionist, Coretta Scott King notes that her late husband was "inspired and deeply moved" by Douglass's account of his early years. It is easy to see why, for the reader becomes utterly involved in Douglass's eloquent, quietly passionate account of his life as a young slave. Born in Maryland around 1817, Douglass lived on a plantation with his grandparents until the age of six, when he was sent to Baltimore. He served a variety of masters, working intermittently in the city and on farms, and vacillated between feeling "wearied in body and broken in spirit" and being fiercely determined to flee to freedom. Douglass's dream was realized in 1838, when he escaped to the North and found work as a caulker in New Bedford, Mass. The preservation of Douglass's original vocabulary, spelling and punctuation lends this trenchant account a formality unfamiliar to today's youngsters, yet the passage of 150 years has not rendered it any less immediate or piercing. McCurdy's distinctive woodcuts emphasize his subjects' vulnerability and their dignity. Ages 9-up. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Grade 5-8-In 1845, Douglass wrote an autobiographical account of his years as a slave. In an attempt to make the Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass more accessible to children, McCurdy has edited and illustrated it, rearranging only a few paragraphs for "clarity." Unfortunately, this results in a choppy text that lacks the smooth-flowing ease of the eloquent original. In eliminating details of the young man's masters and family, as well as many references to dates and ages, much of the story's impact is lost, not to mention Douglass's effortless blending of history and social commentary. Most notably absent are his repeated comments about how "religious" slaveowners were often among the cruelest and most heartless. McCurdy prefaces each chapter with brief commentary, some of which switches confusingly from past to present tense. His stylized woodcuts attractively foreshadow events in that chapter, and an epilogue explains Douglass's escape. This abridgement may lead children to read the complete Narrative; however, Patricia and Frederick McKissack's biography (Childrens, 1987) will be a more likely enticement.Sandy Kirkpatrick, Benicia Public Library, CACopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Escape from Slavery: The Boyhood of Frederick Douglass in His Own Words | [
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26,252 | 2 | Life as a happy handsome city mouse ends abruptly for Timothy when he looks into the mirror one morning and sees "a strange creature dressed in black staring at him." His brown ears and furry gray body have been replaced by a human-like form sporting a man's hat and coat; only a long tail links him to his original incarnation. Fleeing the city in panic, Timothy seeks refuge in a typically quixotic, Lionni-esque countryside adorned with marbleized trees and paisley boulders. A band of field mice, reassured by the hero's tail, dub him Mr. McMouse and offer membership in their group--if he can pass a battery of tests and earn a field mouse license. The artist's trademark cut paper collages colorfully and succinctly illustrate Timothy's quest, though unfortunately the narrative here is a minor one. This slight tale's opening, in particular, may confuse little ones--why does Timothy change, and exactly who or what does he become? Still, Lionni ( Swimmy ; A Busy Year ) provides Timothy with a hero's ending and weaves a gentle message of self-awareness into this offbeat tale. Ages 2-6. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.Leo Lionni wrote and illustrated more than 40 picture books, including four Caldecott Honor Books. He died in 1999 at the age of 89.; Title: Mr. McMouse | [
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26,253 | 11 | Illustrated in full color. All aboard! Kids can tour with Thomas the Tank Engine as he travels through the countryside. They'll open the station door and wave to Sir Topham Hatt, swing open the barn door and visit the animals, lift the drawbridge and say "ahoy" to the bargeman, and more, in this lift-the-flaps rail adventure.; Title: Wave Hello to Thomas! (Thomas & Friends) (Lift-and-Peek-a-Brd Books(TM)) | [
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26,254 | 0 | Illus. in black-and-white. Jack and Annie travel back in time to medieval England for an adventure inside a storybook castle, from feasting hall to dreadful dungeon.s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers Highly acclaimed by parents, teachers, and especially kids, these books have an astonishing track record for inspiring readersHighly acclaimed by parents, teachers, and especially kids, these books have an astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strong characters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science, it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books. ; Title: The Knight at Dawn (Magic Tree House, No. 2) | [
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26,255 | 1 | Text: Spanish (translation) Original Language: English; Title: Los Osos Berenstain y Demasiada Fiesta (First Time Books(R)) | [
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26,256 | 1 | ack-and-white. Brother thinks dancing is silly, until his heartthrob Bonnie decides she may go to the spring dance with Too-Tall. Determined to learn to dance (quickly!), Brother cuts a deal with Sister's ballet teacher and learns something about helping out in the bargain.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears Gotta Dance! | [
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26,257 | 2 | Illustrated in full color. Ride along with Big Frank and the rest of the crew as they race to the scene of an accident, inspect the local KwikShop, demonstrate fire safety at Niceview Elementary School, and battle a raging brush fire! In between calls, hang out at the firehouse with Big Frank and the gang. It's all in a day's--and night's--work for our firefighting friends.Leslie McGuire has written many books for children, among them Big Mikes Police Car and Big Dans Moving Van.Joe Mathieuhas illustrated countless books for children, including Big Franks Fire Truck, Sesame Street titles, books in the Cat in the Hats Learning Library series, and many more.; Title: Big Frank's Fire Truck (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,258 | 1 | Grade 3-6-- A sensationalist survey of the species, Shark concentrates on the unusual, the strange, the odd, and the frightening with minimal text and clear, bright illustrations. Although MacQuity places the risk of shark attack in its proper perspective (people are more likely to die in car accidents), the photographs and sections of such protective measures as mesh nets, repellents, electric - current barriers, etc., continue to promote the image of sharks as wanton killers. Every page is littered with full-color illustrations, all sizes of photographs, cut-outs from larger photographs, reproductions, drawings, cartoons, maps, and more. The text is scattered all over the page to accompany the illustrations, but not necessarily to explain them. A small classification chart shows tiny drawings of all the sharks, and the common characteristic that links them is mentioned in a sentence but not explained . The drawings of the internal organs are good, but the labels merely name, not define a scroll valve in an intestine, the stomach's ascending limb, and the intestines' spiral and/or ring valves. The quality and diversity of the photographs is undeniable (there's even a photograph of a pair of mating sharks), but even with an index, this is clearly a book for dipping in and out of, and not for solid information. --Frances E. Millhouser, Reston Regional Library, VACopyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.Full-color photos. Beautiful photography provides a close-up look at these terrifying "lords of the deep"--their anatomy and behavior, and the realities and myths behind their sinister reputation. This densely illustrated book is one of the most informative and technically accurate portrayals of sharks and their relatives."--(starred) Science Books & Films.; Title: Shark (Eyewitness Books) | [
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26,259 | 0 | in another delightful escapade.This time, it's our warty hero's birthday, and he decides that he would like to go to a restaurant.To his surprise, all of his friends are waiting there to make his birthday a ribbity riot!; Title: Toad Eats Out (Step into Reading, Step 1, paper) | [
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26,260 | 0 | ll color. What happens when a group of industrious bugs finds a discarded tennis ball? They think, they plan, they draw up bluprints, and begin to build a snugly bug house. Ultra-simple text follows the bugs through their endeavors-- until their house is finished and they're happily ensconced.; Title: Snug House, Bug House (Bright & Early Books(R)) | [
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26,261 | 18 | This riveting, much lauded historical chronicle concerns a Virginia slave's aborted flight to freedom--and subsequent trial; PW said, "This moving story becomes all the more scathing and rich for being rooted in truth." All ages. Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc."Moving and unforgettable." -- School Library Journal, Starred"Beautifully written . . . a riveting reality tale whose legacy, even now, is not finished." -- The New York Times Book Review; Title: McDougal Littell Library: Anthony Burns Middle School | [
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26,262 | 0 | In addition to illustrious name of Updike, this extraordinary alphabet book offers numerous rewards-poems that are by turns thoughtful and lively; crisp photographs that seem both familiar and new; and a book design so fresh and appealing as to ensure repeat readings. Each poem and photograph describes ordinary things-apple, cat, eggs, shoes and socks-in language and images playfully accessible to preschoolers. "At evening/ when the grass is dewy," reads the poem for "R," "out hops the rabbit/ feeling chewy." For the letter H, a photo shows a boy crouched beside a gleaming chrome hubcap in which his image is reflected "stretched sideways like gum." Clever design elements begin with bright endpapers that repeat the interior photographs and letters; within, the typeface in "D" changes with each word comparing dogs and cats (a dog is "jumpier," its tail is "thumpier," etc.) in a kind of visual onomatopoeia; the words of the K-is-for-knot poem loop and meander to mimic "the thing that happens to string"; the photos appear in ovals and circles as well as standard squares and rectangles. This book is an introduction not only to letters but to looking at people and objects "as if you were/ inside them for a ride." Ages 3-8. Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Kindergarten-Grade 2?Updike's brief poems describe common everyday animals and objects from A-Z in language that is lively, succinct, and fun: "A dog/is jumpier;/its fur/is clumpier;/its tail/is thumpier;/but rarely/(compared to a cat)/is it grumpier." The appealing full-color photos range from sharply focused closeups to reflections and sweeping action shots of adorable animals and photogenic children. Each page has a different colored background, and the layout is varied and creative. The "Y" page, for "you," features kids of various ages and ethnic backgrounds playing, napping, and posing. This is not a memorable collection of poetry, but it's an entertaining selection that can be used as a concept book.?Christine A. Moesch, Buffalo and Erie County Public Library, NYCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: A Helpful Alphabet of Friendly Objects | [
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26,263 | 0 | From the dangerous voyage across the Atlantic through the first harsh winter to the delicious Thanksgiving feast, all the excitement and wonder of the Pilgrims' first year in America is captured in this vivid retelling that is perfect for the youngest historians.Katharine Ross has worked in children's publishing for many years. She has written scores of children's books under a variety of noms de plume. As Kate Klimo, she is the author of the bestsellingThe Dragon in the Sock Drawer, the first book in the Dragon Keepers series.Carolyn Crollhas illustrated many popular childrens books, including several that she also wrote. She lives and works in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, amid her collections of folk art, toys, books, and beads.; Title: The Story of the Pilgrims (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,264 | 2 | ;i>The Railway Series by the Rev. W. Awdry. Illus. in full color. Thomas finds himself on an urgent midnight run to deliver toys to a children's hospital. Along the way his headlights break! Luckily friends and neighbors light the way to help Thomas reach the hospital safely.; Title: The Midnight Ride of Thomas the Tank Engine (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,265 | 0 | In 1991, two tourists hiking in the Alps saw something very odd sticking out of the snow. At first it looked like a doll's head. But it wasn't. It was a man, frozen in the ice for 5,000 years. This is the story of the Ice Mummy, written for the first time in an easy-to-read format. It's also the only book to include information about the Mummy's latest incarnation--as a museum exhibit in Bolzano, Italy. On public view for the first time ever, he now enjoys a few twentieth century comforts, including a specially designed refrigeration chamber that re-creates the icy conditions of the glacier where he was found!Mark Dubowski and Cathy East Dubowski are the authors of numerous childrens books. They both live in North Carolina.; Title: Ice Mummy | [
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26,266 | 1 | ack-and-white. Even Brother falls into the temptation of torturing substitute teacher Grizella Brown. Then the pranks turn ugly, and Brother finds himself headed for big trouble.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears Accept No Substitutes | [
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26,267 | 20 | It's hard enough to find a good survey of world religions for adults, let alone for children, so when I found One World, Many Religions, I was stunned. With a sensitivity for detail and an easy style, Mary Pope Osborne delivers a valuable introduction to all of the world's major religions: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism. The balanced yet brief treatment; vibrant photographs depicting children around the world engaged in worship; the glossary, map and timeline all work to provide a concise, informative and engrossing introduction to the variety of religions everywhere.Grade 4-7-A solid overview of the world's major religions. Osborne notes elements common to most faiths and provides a rationale for the focus on Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism (in that order), all of which have a written tradition, so sources can be cited. The author covers the history, main figures, current status, and traditions or rituals associated with each faith. Back matter includes a population breakdown (numerically and graphically). While the presentation is notable for its respect to each group, succinctness, and clarity, the text is not exhaustive. Holidays, for example, are covered in one or two sentences. Major points are not covered uniformly: while reincarnation is described under Hinduism, heaven and hell are not mentioned in Christianity. Readers requiring depth will do well to use books on individual faiths. This title succeeds in providing an overall context for readers by relating a given spiritual leader's time period or tenets to previously covered material. The artful, full-page, color and black-and-white photographs tell much of the story. The tight prose, abundant white space, and use of color make this title an attractive alternative to Hiley Ward's chattier My Friends' Beliefs (Walker, 1988 o.p.); it offers a difference in flavor and scope to Betsy Maestro's The Story of Religion (Clarion, 1996), illustrated with paintings. Most libraries will want to own Osborne's offering.Wendy Lukehart, Dauphin County Library, Harrisburg, Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: One World, Many Religions: The Ways We Worship | [
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26,268 | 1 | ack-and-white. Brother and Sister think old people are boring until Grizzly Gran dons her pink tights and decides to perform her roller-skating, one-bear-band act in the big PTA fundraiser for Bear Country School! Will she embarrass the cubs or will they learn that you're never too old to have a good time?Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.  They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.  They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.  During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.  When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.  After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.  Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .  It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".  Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.  They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Giddy Grandma | [
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26,269 | 13 | in full color. Uncover surprises all over the Island of Sodor with Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends.; Title: Surprise, Thomas! (Thomas & Friends) (A Chunky Book(R)) | [
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26,270 | 5 | Hillenbrand's muted, stylized illustrations complement Aardema's wry narration of Bowane the civet cat's slow, slow journey toward his prospective bride. Ages 3-8. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.ll color. "Bowane, the cat, has asked for the hand of a beautiful feline and is returning to his future wife's village with a basket of copper and trinkets. On the way, he invites one friend after another to accompany him. But delays stall the wedding party--for years--and when the entourage finally reaches Tondo, they are not welcome. This satisfying tale owes its success to a clean, straightforward telling and beautiful illustrations. Perfect for reading aloud, this is a traveling tale for all collections."--(starred) School Library Journal. ; Title: Traveling to Tondo: A Tale of the Nkundo of Zaire (Dragonfly Paperback) | [
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26,271 | 1 | in full color. The animals on this farm have nothing to fear from the blizzard--they're snugly nestled away in their barn. With a soothing, rhymed text reminiscent of Margaret Wise Brown, here's a cozy tour through a wintertime haven that will lull little ones off to dreamland.; Title: The Winter Barn (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,272 | 6 | nly a flashlight and their imaginations, Ernie and Bert go in search of a lost treasure.Our Sesame Street pals illuminate glow-in-the-dark bats, parrots, and some friendly ghosts, until at last they light upon the real treasure--Ernie's beloved Rubber Duckie!; Title: Ernie and Bert's Flashlight Adventure (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,273 | 2 | rimp is in despair because she is shorter than everybody--even her own little brother.Then a tiny new girl comes to town.Her upbeat attitude teaches Emily that, if you're clever, shortcomings can become towering assets.; Title: Shortest Kid in the World (Step into Reading, Step 2, paper) | [
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26,274 | 0 | It's been ten years since Richard Bickerstaff sat down to breakfast and an alien climbed out of his cereal bowl! Join Richard and Aric, a tiny, wisecracking creature from the planet Ganoob, as they battle to save the world from evil aliens in "Aliens for Breakfast," Aliens for Lunch, and" Aliens for Dinner. We're reissuing the trilogy with brand-new covers sporting a space age 10th Anniversary logo. Now a new generation of readers can experience the fun and adventure that won these books rave reviews and loyal fans!Stephanie Spinnerhas written many highly praised childrens books, includingAlex the Parrot, Aliens for Breakfast(with Jonathan Etra),Its a Miracle! A Hanukkah Storybook,and the novelsQuiver, Quicksilver, and Damosel.She lives in Sherman, Connecticut. To learn more about Stephanie and her books, please visitstephaniespinner.com.Steve Bjrkman's popular, whimsical artwork is regularly featured in numerous magazines, in greeting cards, and in over 30 children's books. The first book he illustrated, Aliens for Breakfast, won the Texas Bluebonnet Award and was made into a TV movie. He lives in Irvine, California, with his wife and three children.; Title: Aliens for Dinner (Stepping Stones) | [
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26,275 | 20 | Illustrated in full color. Little ones can lift the flaps and let there be light--and see exactly what the Lord did on each of the seven days of creation.; Title: In the Beginning (A Chunky Book(R)) | [
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26,276 | 0 | "I do not say there is no character as well-drawn in Shakespeare [as D'Artagnan]. I do say there is none that I love so wholly."—Robert Louis StevensonText: English (translation) Original Language: French; Title: The Three Musketeers (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) | [
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26,277 | 11 | Grade 2 Up?Sophisticated scratchboard paintings of Southwestern wildlife are the focus of this book. Each titled double-page spread is accompanied by a sidebar bordered with a Native American design and containing information on the life and lore of the Plains Indians. Kassirer explains several beliefs and practices of the Nez Perce, Crow, and Apache tribes concerning the animals native to the American Southwest. The author pays particular attention to the ravages of progress that have caused the extinction of the grizzlies in this area, as well as the endangerment of eagles, wolves, and buffalo. Her text also includes background notes as well as an explanation of the artist's technique. Besides being excellent nature prints suitable for framing, each of Larson's 10 black-bordered illustrations is a search-and-find scene in which the images? "spirits"?of mountain lions, crows, Native American equestrians, etc., are hidden. These puzzles are sure to intrigue children, as the images are intricately woven into each painting. Fortunately, the answers are in the back of the book. Use Hidden Spirits to accompany units on Native Americans or animal ecology or to inspire young artists to create picture puzzles of their own.?Nancy Menaldi-Scanlan, LaSalle Academy, Providence, RICopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 3^-5, younger for reading aloud. Larson's 10 distinctive paintings, inspired by the wonders of nature and the Native American belief in spirits, portray scenes from the American West that contain hidden images. "Phantom Patrol," for example, depicts nine pinto ponies climbing a tree-lined, rocky slope. When they view it from a slightly different perspective, readers will notice three additional ponies with riders. Each portrait is introduced with succinct text that provides background information about the subject and alerts readers to the concealed figures; an appended section describes how Larson creates her artwork, and it also provides an answer key outlining the obscured forms. Although younger children may become frustrated trying to locate the camouflaged scenes, Larson's style is intriguing, and middle-school art classes may find this a good introduction to the scratchboard technique. Kay Weisman; Title: Hidden Spirits | [
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26,278 | 18 | Grade 2-4?This book offers some useful and interesting information, but suffers from lack of detail and structure. The 18 double-page chapters, all heavily illustrated, cover pioneers in the United States from the late 1700s to the mid-1800s. Some chapters start with present-tense descriptions of typical wagon train events, such as a birth, then shift, sometimes abruptly, to straight descriptive information. Chapters featuring notable individuals are interspersed between more general ones, adding to the jumbled effect. The only map is on the frontispiece and lacks date and mountain range identification. The roughly chronological arrangement moves from early Appalachian pioneers to later west coast expansion, but incidents and anecdotes often interrupt the sequence. Davy Crockett appears before Lewis and Clark, and the lawmen and criminals from the 1870s are mentioned (without dates) before the California Gold Rush. Other dates are also missing. The author does a decent job of capturing the adventurous pioneer spirit, but, with the exception of the Gold Rush, generally passes over the various reasons why families chose to endure the hardships of a westward move. Though sod homes and log cabins are described, the focus is on the journeys of pioneers; the establishment of new communities and towns is not mentioned. Despite the awkward arrangement, the writing is solid, with many brief anecdotes and summaries of first-person accounts. The plentiful illustrations lend an inviting air to the large pages, though they are unspectacular. A flawed but serviceable addition.?Steven Engelfried, West Linn Public Library, ORCopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.e, Lewis and Clark, Johnny Appleseed, the Gold Rush, the Pony Express--every spread in this beautiful book offers arresting images of famous stories about the epic westward expansion of the U.S. The brief, riveting text delivers all that the pictures promise--drama mystery, illuminating facts of 19th-century life, and much more.; Title: Westward Ho!: The Story of the Pioneers (Landmark Books) | [
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26,279 | 2 | "On Pebble Island, there lived three frogs: Marilyn, August, and one who was always somewhere else." Like the amiable animals in Lionni's previous, inimitable fables, these anthropomorphized amphibians have a quiet but memorable adventure. In the spotlight is the roving frog, Jessica, who is "full of wonder," and proclaims everything she finds--even common pebbles--"extraordinary." When she comes across a stone that is "perfect, white like the snow and round like the full moon on a midsummer night," she lugs it home, whereupon Marilyn, "who knew everything about everything," announces that it is a chicken egg. "I was right! It is a chicken!" she exclaims smugly when the egg hatches and a baby alligator emerges. Kids will giggle at the frogs' repeated references to the friendly newborn as "the chicken." They'll be even more tickled when the frogs chuckle at the "mother chicken" who, finally reunited with her offspring, greets her "sweet little alligator." "What a silly thing to say!" concludes the omniscient Marilyn. In his 40th book, Lionni is in typically fine form. Ages 3-7. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Kindergarten-Grade 3-A fable about friendship with a touch of mistaken identity. One day Jessica, an adventuresome young frog, rolls home a "beautiful stone" to show her two froggy friends. Marilyn, who knows "everything about everything," states with absolute certainty that it's a chicken egg. So when an alligator hatches, the three frogs are surprised and delighted with how well their "chicken" can swim. When she saves Jessica from drowning in a tangle of weeds, the two become inseparable friends. One day, a bird lands to lead the alligator back to her mother; Jessica accepts this with equanimity. She is a heroine whose wonder at the world and loyalty to her friends rank her with such erstwhile heroes as Joyce's "Bently" and Dr. Seuss's "Horton." But while those two stalwarts protect and cherish their eggs before they hatch, most of this story centers on the relationship that develops after the little alligator springs from its shell. Lionni's understated text perfectly complements his signature illustrations, which are a skillful combination of collage, crayon, and watercolors. An eggs-traordinary treat from a master storyteller.Jane Marino, Scarsdale Public Library, NYCopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: An Extraordinary Egg | [
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26,280 | 0 | in full color. When Thomas the Tank Engine decides to bypass his usual stops and speed directly to the end of the line, havoc ensues. Passengers bounce up and down in their seats and in their beds, no one can get on or off the train, and everything in the baggage car gets mixed up!In the early 1940s, a loving father crafted a small blue wooden engine for his son, Christopher. The stories that this father, Reverend W. Awdry, made up to accompany this wonderful toy were first published in 1945. He continued to create new adventures and characters until 1972, when he retired from writing. Reverend Awdry died in 1997 at the age of 85.Jane E. Gerver is the author and illustrator of numerous books for young readers. Shes also adapted several classics, such as Jane Eyre and The Prince and the Pauper, to help introduce children to literature.; Title: Stop, Train, Stop! a Thomas the Tank Engine Story (Thomas & Friends) (Beginner Books(R)) | [
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26,281 | 2 | Sister and Brother Bear have activities every day after school, and Mama and Papa have their own interests, too. There isn't much time left over for homework, household chores, or just plain family fun. As the Bears' lives grow more hectic, pressure builds! Finally, the Bears take a realistic look at their responsibilities, talents, and the number of hours in the day and choose after-school activities with care.Stan and Jan Berenstain were already successful cartoonists for magazines and adult humor books when they began writing children's books. The first story starring the bear family, The Big Honey Hunt, appeared in 1962. Since then, more than 360 Berenstain Bears books have been published, and more than 300 million copies have been sold. What began as an idea sparked by their young sons' love of reading has become one of the best-selling children's book series ever.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Pressure | [
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26,282 | 2 | Text: Spanish (translation) Original Language: English; Title: Los Osos Berenstain Dia De Mudanza | [
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26,283 | 2 | "Endearingly captures the spirit of the seeker, the thinker, and those who are born to be different. Lionni's collages are wonderfully rich and colorful, perfectly setting the stage for a tale children will enjoy." School Library Journal (Starred Review) ll color. Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, sees things, and does tricks no other crocodile can. His friends aren't impressed--or are they?; Title: Cornelius (Dragonfly Books) | [
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26,284 | 15 | ction to both the solid science and spooky fun of the human skeletal system features a simple, fast-paced text which provides fascinating information about the human "framework." With the lights on readers see beautifully detailed paintings of children skateboarding, playing the piano, kickboxing, and more. When the lights go out, each skeleton glows--just like an x-ray! Full color.; Title: The Glow-In-The-Dark Book of the Human Skeletons (Glow-Backs) | [
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26,285 | 6 | There is no doubt about it: Anthony is one antic ant. And his creators have made sure that young readers will be kept similarly busy. This entertaining book offers a familiar song to sing ("The ants came marching one by one, hurrah, hurrah . . . "); four flaps to lift on each spread (revealing different endings to the corresponding stanza); a sequence of underground mazes to follow; and the Waldo-esque challenge to find Anthony in each picture. It is Anthony, rather than the traditional "little one," who stops marching during the song, and the authors have devised some kid-pleasing reasons why he does. Marching "five by five," he stops to "go for a drive"; "visit a hive"; "jiggle and jive"; or "take a dive." Behind the flaps, amusing illustrations show Anthony engaged in the specified activities. Also diverting are the minute particulars worked into the mazes, which are packed with tiny, bustling ants--and plenty of puns and plays on words. A paper-over-board format and sturdy pages will help this volume withstand repeated flap-lifting by eager little hands. Ages 5-8. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Amazing Anthony Ant | [
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26,286 | 2 | ack-and-white. The cubs of Bear Country School learn something about freedom of the press--and the responsibilities that go with it--when they put out The Cub Reporter, an underground newspaper that gives the teachers and administration a failing grade.Stan and Jan Berenstain were both born in 1923 in Philadelphia.They didn't know each other as children, but met later at school, at the Philadelphia College of Art.They liked each other right away, and found out that the both enjoyed the same kinds of books, plays, music and art.During World War II, Stan was a medical assistant in the Army, and Jan worked in an airplane factory.When the war was over, they got married and began to work together as artists and writers, primarily drawing cartoons for popular magazines.After having their two sons Leo and Michael, the Berenstains decided to write some funny children's books that their children and other children could read and enjoy.Their first published children's book was called The Big Honey Hunt .It was about a family of bears, who later became known as the "Berenstain Bears".Over 50 children's books later, Stan and Jan still plan all of their books together -- both write the stories, and both write the pictures.They live outside of Philadelphia in the country.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the School Scandal Sheet | [
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26,287 | 2 | Moving to a new house can be scary all by itself, especially for kids. In this quirky little story, Pete not only moves, but in the attic of his new home he also discovers a ghost. It's only scary until Pete realizes that Ghost is just as frightened as he is--and not so different after all: "Ghost flew out of the box. Ghost was not tall. Ghost was not wide. Ghost was just like Pete." Ghost, who had been living in a box in the attic for 100 years, comes out just in time for Halloween. While you might think that Halloween would be a snap for ghosts, this one just can't get it right. Pete takes Ghost trick-or-treating, but their outing ends in disaster--at every house Ghost ends up making a mistake that costs him a treat. "'I like your mask,' said Ghost. 'That is my face,' said the man." No candy for Ghost. With colorful illustrations and subtle messages about friendship and sharing, Ghost and Pete is a simple but sweet story for young readers. --Sara NickersonKindergarten-Grade 3?When Pete moves into his new house, he runs up to the attic and discovers Ghost, who has spent the last 100 years in a box. The two unlikely characters quickly become pals, don costumes, and go out for Halloween together. Ghost has never gone trick-or-treating before and proves to be rather inept at it. He does not get any candy. When they return home and settle down to go to bed, Pete gives Ghost his red lollipop and seals their friendship. Youngsters will enjoy the gentle humor in this Halloween story, particularly Ghost's literal interpretations of Pete's instructions. Novak's colorful cartoon illustrations add to the charm and overall appeal of the book. A surefire holiday choice for emerging readers.?Sharron McElmeel, Cedar Rapids Community Schools, IACopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Ghost and Pete (Step into Reading, Step 2, paper) | [
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26,288 | 2 | Huckle Cat, and the rest of the Busytown bunch help preschoolers ease into school with this bind-up of four Richard Scarry's Best Workbooks Ever!With over 128 pages of fun-filled reading, writing, and number activities, dot-to-dots, mazes, and pictures to color, this great big book is certain to help little ones learn to love learning!Richard Scarry is one of the worlds best-loved childrens authors EVER! Generations of children all over the world have grown up spending hours poring over his books, filled with all the colorful details of their daily lives. No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood.In his extraordinary career, Richard Scarry illustrated over 150 books, many of which have never been out of print. His books have sold over 100 million copies around the world, and are currently published in over twenty languages. Richard Scarrys son, Huck, carries on his fathers work today.Richard Scarry was posthumously awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in 2012.; Title: Richard Scarry's Getting Ready for School Workbook | [
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26,289 | 0 | More than three years after his death comes a new work from bestselling and beloved Seuss (Theodor Geisel). While fans are sure to be tickled by the prospect of Seussian entertainment, they are likely to be disappointed in the "also-ran" flavor of this picture book, adapted from an animated TV special. The Cat in the Hat, jaunty-looking as ever, introduces and narrates the tale of young Mayzie McGrew, who one day mysteriously sprouts a daisy from her head. The phenomenon is followed by a lengthy and predictable scramble of adults rushing in to solve the problem. The attendant media buzz makes a celebrity of Mayzie and her daisy, and she learns the hard way about the high cost of fame. While the premise and concluding moral are all Seuss, the posthumous execution falls flat. Much of the text lacks the snap and panache of standard Seuss verse, and the artwork-extrapolated from Seuss sketches-seems off-kilter too. The economy of line of his best work gives way here to clutter, and the colors combine heavily and sometimes even harshly. One great success is the daisy itself, which conveys much human emotion through its stalk, leaves and petals. Ages 4-8. Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.When a daisy suddenly sprouts from the top of Mayzie McGrew's head, she is faced with her classmates' taunts, her parents' dismay, and a publicity agent's greed. How poor Mayzie learns that love is more important than fame and fortune makes an endearing morality tale for our time--and for all ages. Narrated by the Cat in the Hat, Daisy-Head Mayzie is vintage Seuss!; Title: Daisy-Head Mayzie | [
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26,290 | 2 | Illus. in full color. A new family moves in across the street from the Berenstain Bears. It's the Panda Bears, and Papa Bear is a little bent out of shape because they're..."different. But nothing stops Brother and Sister from making friends with the new cubs. When the adults follow suit, they all learn a valuable lesson in acceptance and the dangers of bigotry.In this book of 'Berenstain Bears First Time Books' series, Papa Bear learns a lesson in the importance of acceptance when a new family of pandas moves in across the road.; Title: The Berenstain Bears' New Neighbors | [
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26,291 | 0 | PW likened this book about childhood in a steel-mill town to an "oral history" enhanced by "richly textured and subtly shaded paintings." Ages 3-8. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.llus. in full color by Steve Johnson. "The story of a young girl growing up within the shadows of a great steel mill is eloquently depicted in this insightful, autobiographical picture book. Studded with vibrant imagery, the story subtly emphasizes the loving, caring, respectful relationships within a steelworker's family. Cleanly executed pages, evocative illustrations, and manageable vocabulary make this a unique purchase for a broad age range."—School Library Journal ; Title: No Star Nights | [
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26,292 | 18 | Grade 1-3-In spite of the appealing subject matter, the uninspired cover art and static interior illustrations will not grab readers' attention. Beginning readers are sure to be puzzled when Penner refers to both the friends and foes of the Jamestown settlers as Powhatans. Later, further confusion arises when a friend of Chief Powhatan's accompanies Pocahontas and her English husband and baby to England, since just pages before the settlers and Indians were at odds with one another. Readers are never told that Pocahontas's marriage to John Rolfe had brought a temporary peace. Save youngsters from frustration and consider reading Ingri and Edgar D'Aulaire's Pocahontas (Doubleday, 1989) aloud, since there are still no accessible beginning-to-read biographies featuring this woman.Gale W. Sherman, Pocatello Public Library, IDCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Illus. in full color. Filled with suspense, romance, and historical details, here's a very young biography of the Powhatan Indian princess who played a vital role in early Colonial and Native American relations.; Title: The True Story of Pocahontas (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,293 | 0 | Once again Thompson (The Paper Bag Prince; Looking for Atlantis) breaks barriers of narrative time and space with an ornately crafted, multilevel picture book. Simultaneously told (and cleverly intertwined) stories revolve around a ruby-red Austin 7 manufactured in 1934. As panels at the top of each spread illustrate the around-the-world adventures, decline and restoration of one of these cars, the spreads below tell a far more fanciful tale about a family of tiny people who live in the roots of a tree. Young Kevin leaves the safety of the tree to explore a gorgeous motor car (the Ruby of the title), and ends up imprisoned in a combination-lock briefcase within. Searching for Kevin, the whole family forages through a carload of quirky items (e.g., an announcement that the Wholefood Players is presenting "La Belle Dame Sans Muesli"). The correct numbers for opening the lock are hidden in the welter of illustrative clues crammed into every spread-readers who discover the solution can enter a sweepstakes to win Ruby itself. Just looking at these fabulous pictures, however, will be reward enough for most. All ages. Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.Grade 2 Up-This latest picture book by an innovative artist features two stories, dazzling illustrations, and a contest, all centered around a 1934 Austin Seven automobile named Ruby. A family of two-inch tall people try to rescue a fifth member who is trapped in a briefcase on the floor of the car as its owners head for home from a picnic. While all this is happening, a two-inch panel across the top of each page shows the history of the car itself as it is purchased and embarks on worldwide travels of Stonehenge, the Great Wall of China, and other landmarks. Finally Ruby is abandoned and restored. As in Looking for Atlantis (Knopf, 1994), Thompson's illustrations are filled with fascinating details and clever puns (which some kids won't get). To enter the contest, readers must find Ruby's license-plate number hidden in the pictures and send in the entry blank attached to the dust jacket (or a hand printed 3x5 card instead). A random drawing will produce the winner of an actual Austin Seven. The contest is promoted on the first page and back cover as well; with a deadline of September 1995, the tie-in becomes meaningless in less than a year. This promotion is generally annoying, and detracts from an otherwise interesting book. Graeme Base's Eleventh Hour (Abrams, 1989) is still a better picture mystery, but Thompson's artistic style and sense of humor make Ruby worth considering, despite the gimmick.Steven Engelfried, West Lynn Library, ORCopyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Ruby | [
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26,294 | 0 | PreSchool-Grade 2-"Willful...unusual...possessing a wild imagination"?the rollicking rhymed exploits related in this book demonstrate the truth of these definitions for "contrary." A wiry tan-skinned boy with spiky red hair and mischievous eyes describes his deeds and delights. He bathes in spinach and collard greens and runs across the ceiling when his mother mops the floor. He wears pizza on his head and a blueberry beard. For breakfast, he likes fried rice and peanut butter; for dinner he has broccoli ice-cream a la mode. Six-line stanzas, one for each large double-page spread, are printed in a variety of type faces, colors, and hand-drawn letters. Reinforcing the zany writing are marvelous full-color ink illustrations. Large areas of flat color provide backgrounds for the boy as outrageous newborn, chef, rock star, and astronaut. Furniture, windows, and houses are tilted as if to say "something is out of whack here." This kid will appeal most especially to a preschooler's sense of humor. When he says "if you do not like me, you just haven't met me yet," most readers will agree.?Nancy Seiner, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh COBB, Annie. Wheels! illus. by Davy Jones. 32p. (Early Step into Reading Series). CIP. Random. 1996. pap. $3.99. ISBN 0-679-86445-8. LC 94-48884. Kindergarten-Grade 1?Cobb utilizes short, repetitive rhymes that feature less than 10 words per page. The book's total vocabulary is around 35 words, printed in large type. A note to parents explains how to best use this book, and the series. Jones's cartoon style paintings show a world of soft, rounded edges, smiling multicultural faces, and bright colors. In-line skates and helmets on bicyclists accurately portray today's urban setting. The illustrations provide clues to the text, but do not replace it. For example, "Grand wheels" is illustrated with a Cinderella-like coach. A worthwhile purchase for libraries with a demand for very easy readers.?Sharon R. Pearce, San Antonio Public Library, TXCopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Train wheels.Plane wheels.Gear wheels.Rear wheels.What if there were NO wheels?How would people go?; Title: Wheels! (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) | [
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26,295 | 0 | Waggy dog, shaggy dog, doggies in a bunch. Floppy dog, sloppy dog, doggies eating lunch. Kids will love this bouncy, colorful book, bursting with every kind of dog imaginable!Lori Haskins is a former editor of children's books and the author of some of our most successful Step into Reading titles, including Ducks in Muck and Too Many Dogs.; Title: Too Many Dogs (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) | [
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26,296 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1?The lovable aardvark, Arthur, is the star of this board book with "over 50 flaps to open." It is a concept book, but with so many subjects it may be more confusing than informative. Alphabet, counting, colors, and opposites are combined with getting-ready-for-school and a condensed version of The Three Little Pigs in this 10-page book. Its thin organization follows the sequence of a school day, but the overall impression is that the day was wrapped around the concepts. In spite of the familiar cheerful illustrations and characters, this format is a disappointment. The flaps are difficult to open the first time, which will cause frustration. Then they do not close completely. Stick with Brown's wonderful "Arthur" stories?forget this spin-off.?Betty Teague, Blythe Elementary School, Greenville, SCCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.f to nursery school, and youngsters are invited to join him for a day of early-learning fun.Readers can lift over 50 flaps to find his missing sock, discover what's in the "show and tell" boxes, and see what's under each letter of the alphabet.They can even join in on Arthur's flap-flipping rendition of "The Three Little Pigs" during story hour! Value-packed and fun-filled, here is one school day no child will want to see end.A Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Main Selection.; Title: ARTHUR GOES TO SCHOO | [
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26,297 | 1 | Two books take young readers on interactive tours of a typical neighborhood. A companion to Arthur Goes to School, Marc Brown's Arthur's Neighborhood features punch-out play figures that slip into slots in the pages, so they fit comfortably at a table, in a boat, on a rocking horse or into a pair of platform boots at the shoe store. A search for a missing puppy takes Arthur through the neighborhood, and the many flaps enable readers to explore the terrain and to poke into the puppy's potential hiding places.Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Illustrated in full color. The fun starts right inside the front cover of this big oversize board-book companion to Arthur Goes to School. Arthur, his pesky little sister D.W., and four of their friends set out to search for Arthur's missing puppy, Pal - and sturdy punch-out toy figures let kids play out the search themselves. Each spread has at least one "put and take" slot cut into the board page, offering all kinds of interactive play with the figures. Can you find that playfulpuppy? Preschoolers will love searching through the many doors, cabinets, and drawers found on every spread trying to find him. Kids can even help Arthur "try on" shoes at the shoe store and tuck him behind the wheel of a great big hook and ladder at the firehouse.; Title: ARTHUR'S NEIGHBORHOO | [
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26,298 | 0 | Grade 1-3?This slim introduction offers barely enough information to whet one's appetite. Penner opens with a brief explanation of how an Indian snake charmer "charms" a cobra, and alludes to snakes in mythology and ancient history. The minimal text then describes some of the major physical and behavioral characteristics common to all snakes?diet, various hunting and feeding methods, birth of young?and special characteristics of assorted species. Full-color drawings of 30 representative species from around the world accompany each page of text. While they are adequate depictions, those of humans are mediocre; most of the children look like short adults. Although the book is clearly written, it suffers from poor organization; topics are addressed in random order. Also, the coverage is superficial. Descriptions of anatomy, methods of locomotion, and growth and development are particularly sketchy. Patricia Lauber's Snakes Are Hunters (Crowell, 1988) and Seymour Simon's Snakes (HarperCollins, 1992) provide more in-depth information on the same subject; the latter title also offers superb photography that gives a truer sense of the nature of snakes.?Karey Wehner, San Francisco Public LibraryCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Illus. in full color. A scintillating survey of sensational serpents, from blood-spewing West Indian boas to "flying" golden tree snakes.; Title: S-S-snakes! (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,299 | 0 | Kindergarten-Grade 1. This exciting, fun-filled adventure is sure to entice emergent readers, who will enjoy the short rhyming quatrains. They will be encouraged to try the text independently, although some of the words, such as "ultralights" and "scenic," are not easy. When Toad observes that ducks can swim but he can't fly, "An idea pops into my brain! An airplane ride! I'll go right now! I'll take my friends Pig and Cow!" The humorous illustrations give ample clues to the context and also reflect the characters' personalities. Pig and Cow's faces show that they are not as confident of their safety as Toad is when the plane takes off. And then, to his friends' chagrin, Toad is invited to pilot the plane. "Look out, birds! Toad's flying now!" An enjoyable romp into reading.?Betty Teague, Blythe Academy of Languages, Greenville, SCCopyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 1^-2. Playing in his pond with Pig and Cow, Toad sees ducks flying overhead and decides to take his friends flying. At a nearby airport, he hires a pilot who takes them up in a little propeller plane, flies low over their neighborhood, and hands over the controls to the happy Toad. Short phrases of rhyming verse tell the story, and the end rhymes will help beginners figure out some of the words. As excited about airplanes as the famous Mr. Toad was about motor cars, this Toad makes an engaging character, particularly for readers who enjoyed Toad on the Road (1992), Railroad Toad (1993), and Toad Eats Out (1995). With brightly colored cartoonlike drawings and an enthusiastic narrator, this picture book will appeal to many young readers. Carolyn Phelan; Title: Toad Takes Off (Step into Reading, Step 1, paper) | [
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