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26,300 | 14 | y rendered, three-dimensional gingerbread house holds all sorts of tasty treats for Santa's surprise party.Lift the flaps and see what mouth-watering items Goldilocks, Snow White, and the Easter Bunny have cooked up for this special celebration.; Title: Who's in My Gingerbread House? (Tabletop Flap Book) | [
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26,301 | 0 | Nobody is better, or sillier, about teaching phonetics than Dr. Seuss. In this 30-plus-page booklet from the Dr. Seuss Beginner Fun series, children practice reading comprehension with wacky Seussian exercises. Following simple instructions, budding readers learn which consonants combined with various endings make specific-sounding words (for example, S and izzle make Sizzle). Kids must either cross out, circle, or underline the letters or words that correspond to the appropriate sound, or write the first letter that completes the word. There's fun to be had with stickers, too: each of the 19 included stickers matches a particular word clue, such as "plunk," and the child must figure out which sticker belongs with the clue. (Kindergarten to grade 2)nderful sounds with Mr. Brown, kids will earn beginning sounds and letter recognition. Art and text inspired by Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You? and The Cat in the Hat Songbook.EACH DR. SEUSS BEGINNER FUN BOOK FEATURES:* illustrations and text that have been adapted from the original Dr. Seuss books children and parents know and love.* simple directions on how to do all of the activities.* an inspirational word from the Cat himself.* a space for the child to personalize each book.* four pages bursting with colorful stickers of Dr. Seuss characters for use along with the activities.; Title: Boom Boom Boom! (A Dr. Seuss Beginner Fun Book, Kindergarten - Grade 2) | [
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26,302 | 2 | Arthur promises to buy ice cream for his little sister, D.W., if she can read ten words. The twosome race to the park, where D.W. is quick to recognize signs such as ZOO, DON'T WALK, POLICE, and ICE CREAM. When she reads WET PAINT before her big brother does, Arthur is in for a colorful surprise!Marc Brown is best known as the author and illustrator who created the beloved aardvark Arthur.  This popular character was born one night over twenty years ago, when Brown was telling his oldest son, Tolon, a bedtime story.  Most of the stories he told were about animals, but that night the story just happened to be about an aardvark.  Brown has written and illustrated more than fifty Arthur and D.W. (Arthur's little sister) books since then.  He has also illustrated twelve other books with his wife--author, illustrator, and psychologist Laurie Krasny Brown.As a child, Marc Brown's passion for drawing was encouraged by his grandmother Thora, who saved his artwork in the bottom drawer of her bureau.  "I knew it must be special," recalls Brown, "because she didn't save many things."  His grandmother later provided an education fund that helped Brown pay for art school.  He attended the Cleveland Institute of Art from 1964 to 1969.Grandma Thora is just one person in Marc Brown's life who has afforded the inspiration for one of his characters.  Many other characters are based on children he knew while he was growing up and going to school in Mill Creek, Pennsylvania.  His sisters--Bonnie, Colleen, and Kimberly--have all served as models for his characters D.W. and Francine.  Brown patterned Buster after Terry Johnson, his best friend in elementary school, while Mr. Ratburn is based on "the meanest algebra teacher ever."Brown was born in 1946 in Erie, Pennsylvania.  Before he created the Arthur series, he worked at a variety of jobs, including stints as a truck driver, short-order cook, college professor, soda jerk, actor, chicken farmer, and television art director.  Now, in addition to developing the Arthur television series on PBS, Brown continues to create new books both for Random House Children's Publishing and Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Marc Brown lives in Hingham, Massachusetts, and Martha's Vineyard with Laurie and their young daughter, Eliza.  He also has two grown sons, Tolon and Tucker.  Brown looks to his three children for inspiration and story ideas.  He also gets many suggestions from children he meets in schools, libraries, and bookstores around the country.  "The most interesting--and the funniest--things," Brown says, "happen in real life."; Title: Arthur's Reading Race (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,303 | 1 | ndustrious animals fixes up an old barn.Their efforts are rewarded when it wins a prize for being the best-loved barn on the block!; Title: The Little Red Barn (Cuddle Cottage Board Books) | [
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26,304 | 18 | Kindergarten-Grade 1?This easy reader attempts to explain the significance of the Statue of Liberty, where it originated, and how it came to be in America. However, the subject matter has been so simplified that it borders on being meaningless. Accompanying the statement "A Frenchman made the lady...He copied his mother's face for his statue" is a picture of a man drawing as a woman sits across from him. Without a knowledge of the work of sculpture, few children will be able to connect this activity with the "lady" he made. The most comprehensible section describes the size of the statue and the process of shipping it to America. The discussion of the building of "a high pedestal for the lady to stand on" is confusing as the illustrations show a structure more like a dock at the edge of the water and a second illustration shows what many would interpret to be a stack of lumber. In general, readers with adequate background to understand the text will not be interested in its condescending tone. Betsy Maestro's The Story of the Statue of Liberty (Lothrop, 1986) is a far better source for information on the subject. Those seeking beginning-reading material should consider some of the many other successful titles in this series.?Sharron McElmeel, Cedar Rapids Community Schools, IACopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Engaging, simple text by popular nonfiction writer Lucille Recht Penner details the construction and symbolism of the skyscraper-sized "Lady Liberty," France's unique gift to the United States, who watches over New York Harbor.; Title: The Statue of Liberty (Step-into-Reading, Step 2) | [
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26,305 | 0 | In this town there, is a house.In this house, there is a box.And in this box, there is...a very nice surprise!; Title: There is a Town (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) | [
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26,306 | 1 | ack-and-white. Both Brother Bear's fear of horses and Sister Bear's fear of ghosts need to be overcome when Miss Maud's Riding Academy, where they are taking riding lessons, turns out to be haunted.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 Galloping Ghost (Big Chapter Books(TM)) | [
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26,307 | 0 | Gr. 1, younger for reading aloud. "I saw a snowball on a hill. / It rolled along and picked up Bill." As it rolls, it picks up a few more children, too, including the one who's telling the story. Okay, it might not sound funny, but with Pidgeon's pictures contrasting the idyllic, winter-wonderland contentment of anyone in the snowball's path with their astonishment, perplexity, or rage seconds later, this book would work even without the words. With the rhyming text, though, kids have the satisfaction of a story that's predictable in the best sense. When words still look like a foreign code, it's mighty reassuring to know what's coming and be in on the joke. This is one beginning reader that children will want to reread and even show their friends. Carolyn PhelanIllustrated in full color. Watch out below! Here comes a giant snowball tumbling down a hill, picking up everything--and everybody--in its path!; Title: The Snowball (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) | [
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26,308 | 1 | in black-and-white. It looks as if the video age is taking over at Bear Country School when Teacher Bob helps the cubs set up a school TV station. Will the cubs still have time for the three R's? Or are they doomed to be vid-kids forever?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' Media Madness | [
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26,309 | 2 | o wear glasses, just like her big brother, Arthur.After Arthur explains that without his glasses a hat looks like a bat and some string looks like a ring duck, D.W. sets out to prove that everything looks funny to her, too.Finally, Arthur finds a way to make his sister see the situation a bit more clearly!Marc Brown is best known as the author and illustrator who created the beloved aardvark Arthur.This popular character was born one night over twenty years ago, when Brown was telling his oldest son, Tolon, a bedtime story.Most of the stories he told were about animals, but that night the story just happened to be about an aardvark.Brown has written and illustrated more than fifty Arthur and D.W. (Arthur's little sister) books since then.He has also illustrated twelve other books with his wife--author, illustrator, and psychologist Laurie Krasny Brown.As a child, Marc Brown's passion for drawing was encouraged by his grandmother Thora, who saved his artwork in the bottom drawer of her bureau."I knew it must be special," recalls Brown, "because she didn't save many things."His grandmother later provided an education fund that helped Brown pay for art school.He attended the Cleveland Institute of Art from 1964 to 1969.Grandma Thora is just one person in Marc Brown's life who has afforded the inspiration for one of his characters.Many other characters are based on children he knew while he was growing up and going to school in Mill Creek, Pennsylvania.His sisters--Bonnie, Colleen, and Kimberly--have all served as models for his characters D.W. and Francine.Brown patterned Buster after Terry Johnson, his best friend in elementary school, while Mr. Ratburn is based on "the meanest algebra teacher ever."Brown was born in 1946 in Erie, Pennsylvania.Before he created the Arthur series, he worked at a variety of jobs, including stints as a truck driver, short-order cook, college professor, soda jerk, actor, chicken farmer, and television art director.Now, in addition to developing the Arthur television series on PBS, Brown continues to create new books both for Random House Children's Publishing and Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Marc Brown lives in Hingham, Massachusetts, and Martha's Vineyard with Laurie and their young daughter, Eliza.He also has two grown sons, Tolon and Tucker.Brown looks to his three children for inspiration and story ideas.He also gets many suggestions from children he meets in schools, libraries, and bookstores around the country."The most interesting--and the funniest--things," Brown says, "happen in real life."; Title: Glasses for D.W. (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,310 | 2 | "King-Smith has created another irresistible yarn."--Booklist. Illustrated in black-and-white. When her parents can't afford a new pet, seven-year-old Janie invents one. Her new pretend dog is Henry, an invisible Great Dane who eats invisible food bought with invisible money. Then some mysterious events--and perhaps a touch of magic--bring the invisible Henry to life.; Title: The Invisible Dog | [
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26,311 | 6 | t bat--and CRACK!--it's a long fly ball out of the yard, past the playground, and through every page of this sporty board book.Toddlers' favorite game of peekaboo meets high action in a rollicking rhyme that will delight all terrible twos with a taste for sports!; Title: Big Bird at Bat (Peek-A-Board Book) | [
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26,312 | 0 | Step into Reading is a success-based program for the childand theyre beautifully designed.Chauni Hasler, SU for Kids Bookstore, Seattle, Washington.Illustrated in full color. Slimey, Oscar the Grouch's pet worm, plays the bookworm in this delightful ode to reading. "B is for books. All kinds of books! Books about counting. Books about cooks..."; Title: B is for Books! (Step into Reading, Early, paper) | [
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26,313 | 17 | Illustrated in full color. On June 2, 1937, Amelia Earhart set out to fly around the world - something no one had done before. But on July 2, somewhere over the Pacific Ocean, she vanished--without a trace. What happened to Amelia Earhart? Read all about the unsolved mystery of her disappearance which ranks among the "top ten news stories of the century," according to the Associated Press. This is our first Step 4 Book about an important woman in history, and contains twelve black-and-white photographs and three full-color maps.; Title: Vanished! The Mysterious Disappearance of Amelia Earhart (Step into Reading, Step 4, paper) | [
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26,314 | 3 | Hayes's fifth Otto and Uncle Tooth mystery, Ducky Doodle discovers that Doctor Ocular and his floating laboratory of rare sea monsters are fakes!But can he save the town hundreds of dollars in ticket sales--or will the mad doctor get away with his greedy plan?; Title: Night of the Circus Monster (Step into Reading, Step 3, paper) | [
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26,315 | 2 | ack-and-white. When Mr. Honeycomb, Bear Country School's principal, decides to take some time off, who stands in for him? Mervin "bullhorn" Grizzmeyer that's who. And much to the cubs dismay he establishes a super-strict dress code!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 Dress Code | [
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26,316 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1. This brief, poetic, circular tale follows a boy throughout the course of his active day. From the early morning when the shining sun wakes him until the "Moon shines on my pillow, and says good night to me," the out-of-doors beckons and his summertime adventures are recorded. The full-color, full-page oil or acrylic illustrations evoke a serene and beautiful seaside setting. They are realistically rendered, and background details add to the spare text. Beginning readers will appreciate the large-type print and repetition, although some of the vocabulary (fireflies, among, mountains) may be challenging. Sunshine, Moonshine will also make a gentle bedtime story for toddlers and preschoolers.?Sharon R. Pearce, San Antonio Public Library, TXCopyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 1^-2, younger for reading aloud. When the sun shines on his pillow, a little boy wakes up, plays on the beach, meets his father on the dock, goes sailing till sunset, watches the moon rise, chases fireflies, and goes to bed with the moon shining on his pillow. Armstrong tells the simple story with such grace that the text of Sunshine, Moonshine could easily stand on its own as a poem for young children. Interpreting the verses and showing the changes in light and colors through the day and evening are softly textured illustrations that pick up on images in the poem and extend the story. Firmly rooted in a child's experiences, this book makes a satisfying choice for beginning readers and an appealing read-aloud for younger children. Carolyn Phelan; Title: Sunshine, Moonshine (Step-Into-Reading, Step 1) | [
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26,317 | 2 | Illus. in black-and-white. When Sister Bear gets beaten up by Tuffy, the new cub in town, Brother huffs off to set this bully straight. But he's in for a surprise--Tuffy's a little girl, and Brother just can't bring himself to fight her.Stan andJan Berenstainwere 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 300 Berenstain Bears books have been published and more than 260 million copies have been sold. What began as an idea sparked by their young sons love of reading has become over the years arguably the best-selling childrens book series ever. Since their inception, the Berenstain Bears stories have expanded to include picture books, beginning readers, and chapter bookseven a hit TV show on PBS. Writing and illustrating the books has become a Berenstain family affair. Mike joined with his parents as a creative team in the late 1980s. The Bear family has expanded over the years as well. Sister Bear arrived in 1974, and baby Honey joined the family in 2000.; Title: The Berenstain Bears and the Bully | [
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26,318 | 1 | in full color. Brother, Sister, and Papa Bear prepare Mama a special birthday breakfast. The event is a dazzling success--especially when Mama discovers that the young chefs have even cleaned up the kitchen! The Do-It! section includes recipes for the complete menu, including rainbow melon balls and French toast with raspberries and (what else?) honey.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 Cook-It! Breakfast for Mama! (First Time Books(R)) | [
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26,319 | 0 | hing parents won't be hearing from preschoolers once they set eyes on this book! Instead, they'll be acquiring word recognition skills as they can't resist reading, writing, and rhyming their way through the pages. Art and text inspired by <b>Hop on Pop</b>, <b>Fox in Socks</b>, and <b>I Am NOT Going to Get Up Today!</b><br><br>EACH DR. SEUSS BEGINNER FUN BOOK FEATURES:<br><br>* illustrations and text that have been adapted from the original Dr. Seuss books children and parents know and love.<br><br>* simple directions on how to do all of the activities.<br><br>* an inspirational word from the Cat himself.<br><br>* a space for the child to personalize each book.<br><br>* four pages bursting with colorful stickers of Dr. Seuss characters for use along with the activities.; Title: I Am Not Going to Read Any Words Today!: Learn About Rhyming Words (Beginner Fun Books) | [
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26,320 | 0 | The Beauty of the Beast : Poems from the Animal Kingdom is a stunning collection of poems celebrating "the beauty and wonder of the animal kingdom." Poet and anthologist Jack Prelutsky has chosen 200 works by 123 poets from Carl Sandburg to Seamus Heaney, with a tip of the hat to his own "The Multilingual Mynah Bird." Not surprising for someone who grew up near the Bronx Zoo, Prelutsky has arranged the poems into five zoological classifications. The vibrant watercolor illustrations for this book were created by Meilo So, a brilliant Hong Kong-born artist. A welcome anthology for poetry lovers, watercolor enthusiasts, and children's book collectors alike. (Ages 8 and older)Kindergarten-Grade 5?Beware?this book may let a zoo loose in your library! These poems are alive, from one set of endpapers to the other. Prelutsky has selected a remarkable array of poems full of movement and sound from primarily English and American contemporary writers, proving that he has as good an ear for other poets' work as he does for his own. Each page has several poems and bright watercolors that writhe with texture. From an explosion of insect color to a steady wintery stream of reindeer, Meilo So's illustrations lend a different mood to each spread and bind the selections more securely than paper and thread. Almost overwhelming at times, the pictures force readers to take it slow: this is a collection to savor for years, either as a read-alone or read-aloud. A well-designed, comprehensive, and satisfying book, this is certainly a superlative collection. Of smaller breadth, Ann Carter's Birds Beasts and Fishes (Macmillan, 1991) contains completely different poems in the same style, and complements this one nicely. In sound and sight, this book is a beauty.?Nina Lindsay, Vista School, Albany, CACopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: The Beauty of the Beast: Poems from the Animal Kingdom | [
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26,321 | 1 | in full color. When an artist comes to Bear Country School, Brother and Sister learn to draw just about everything in sight!They also learn that drawing is a function of seeing and analyzing what you see, and that "talent" is where you find it.Every child can be an artist with this book's Do-It! section, which shows how to draw the Bears and other great stuff from Bear Country.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: Berenstain Bears Draw-It! Drawing Lessons from Stan and Jan | [
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26,322 | 0 | in black-and-white. Jack and Annie are whisked forty years forward in time and land at an international space station on the moon. There they don space suits and go exploring the lunar surface in search of the fourth object needed to free the enchantress Morgan le Fay from a powerful spell.s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readersHighly 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 havean astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strongcharacters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science,it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books.; Title: Midnight on the Moon (Magic Tree House, No. 8) | [
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26,323 | 14 | ars and icicles, little drums--and singing pickles?In this not-so-traditional tree-trimming adventure, readers and flap-flippers will encounter some real surprises while reading around a brightly illustrated, three-dimensional Christmas tree.; Title: Who's in My Christmas Tree? (A Tabletop Flap Book) | [
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26,324 | 0 | ie travel back in time to a South American rain forest in search of the elusive magician Morgan le Fay.Will they find a new clue to her whereabouts before they are trampled by stampeding killer ants?s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readersHighly 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 havean astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strongcharacters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science,it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books.; Title: Afternoon on the Amazon (Magic Tree House, No. 6) | [
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26,325 | 0 | Grade 5 Up?An excellent visual introduction to military arts and science. Holmes traces the history of battle and warfare from the ancient Assyrians to World War I. Each chapter contains an assortment of full-color captioned photos and drawings featuring explanations on most aspects of war: infantry, artillery, supply and transport, reconnaissance, etc. Presented in a clear style with stunning photographs, this browsable book is the next best thing to visiting a museum.?L.R. Little, Penticton Public Library, B.C., CanadaCopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Photographed in full color. Discover the stories behind the most compelling skirmishes in history: how Alexander the Great was the first general to hire spies; how Napoleon's "shock" tactics won him an empire; and how the telegraph changed the course of the Civil War.; Title: Battle (Eyewitness Books) | [
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26,326 | 2 | An artist who has written three nonfiction books for adults, Warner makes her children's book debut with this intermittently poignant novel. Case Hill, a mature 12-year-old, is adjusting to some major changes. His father, convicted of robbery, has been sent to prison, and Case, his mother and six-year-old sister have moved from suburban New Jersey into a shabby apartment in Philadelphia, where the boy sleeps in a curtained-off alcove of the living room. When his class begins to publish a newspaper, Case puts his artistic talent to use and creates a weekly cartoon lampooning school life. The endeavor lands Case in unexpected trouble-and teaches him a lesson. Warner incisively reveals Case's rapport with his hard-working mother, his spunky sister, their caring landlord and his one real friend. Adding further dimension to this likable character are the letters he writes to his estranged father, reproduced at the start and at the close of the story. Ages 9-12. Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Grade 4-6?When 12-year-old Casey Hill's father is imprisoned for robbery, the boy moves to Philadelphia with his mother and little sister, Lily. He starts sixth grade there, dreading questions about his past and feeling invisible. Time slows down to "dog time": one human year feels like seven, until a school assignment gains Case some notoriety. For a class newspaper, he draws a comic strip called "Dog Years" that looks at middle-school life. The book is illustrated with these drawings. Warner captures the difficulties of preteen life as the hero struggles with friendship, honesty, and acceptance in this humorous story.?Connie Tyrrell Burns, Mahoney Middle School, South Portland, MECopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Dog Years | [
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26,327 | 0 | A hilarious introduction to the insect world, On Beyond Bugs will have your preschooler giggling away while learning all kinds of interesting entomology facts. Answering questions like "why do flies buzz?" and "how do bees communicate?" in the musical rhymes long associated with him, Cat in the Hat makes a delightful tour guide. Who else could manage "ants are so strong they can lift things that weigh over ten times their weight and they do it each day?" The sturdy, easy-to-clean-cover makes this book a good choice even for very young children. For those just beginning to read, the phonics-based repetitions are a big help. (Preschool to early reader) --Jill LightnerKindergarten-Grade 3-Fans of Dr. Seuss's favorite feline will enjoy learning through rhymed couplets and cartoonlike illustrations similar to the originals. Each book combines basic facts with interesting trivia to introduce readers to topics that are sure to be of interest. From Bugs: "Here is a riddle/I learned from my mother./How's a skunk and a ladybug/like one another?/When danger is near,/it is easy to tell-/they suddenly give off/a terrible smell!" While the grammar is off, Seussian rhyme is rarely totally correct ("thunk"). In Space, readers learn, "On Venus the weather/is always the same-/hot, dry, and windy,/with no chance of rain." The familiar format and entertaining text are sure to appeal to beginning readers.Maura Bresnahan, Shawsheen School, Andover, MA Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: On Beyond Bugs: All About Insects (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) | [
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26,328 | 7 | When Little Witch goes to camp, she is sure that she will make lots of new friends. But the kids, especially Elizabeth and Chloe, make fun of Little Witch because she is different. With a little bit of help from Mother Witch and her friend Marcus, Little Witch decides it's best just to be herselfand ends up making friends with the mean kids!; Title: Little Witch Goes to Camp (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,329 | 0 | Not even the lengthy subtitle can do justice to this ingenious oversized book-really more of a package, as there are no actual pages. After opening the die-cut, coffin-shaped covers, kids first pull down the feet of a mummy, then lift up a second spread that exposes the figure's midsection and head and allows the arms to pop out. Voila! As promised, a four-foot-long mummy, surrounded by numerous intriguing factoids that omit none of the grisly, kid-pleasing details-"Onions were often used to replace a dead person's eyes"; "The brain was first scooped out through the nose with a 'brain hook.'" A large flap over the shrouded head folds back to reveal the cadaver's skull, where a pop-up dialogue balloon imparts more info: "The embalming process has destroyed my eyes, and my nose has been damaged by the tight linen bandages." And there's more: two large flaps on the figure's torso open left and right to disclose such sidebars as "Mummies from Other Lands" and "Coffins and Canopic Jars." For all those kids enamored of Egyptology exhibits at the museum, it's a sure pleaser. Children's BOMC selection. All ages. Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Unwrap the Mummy! a Four-Foot-long, Fact-Filled, Pop-Up Mummy to Explore! | [
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26,330 | 7 | w family has moved into Old Howl Hall.And Critter Falls' three biggest busybodies--Mrs. Plum, Mrs. Pucker, and Mrs. Pinch--can't wait to check them out.Thesituation gets really hairy when the nosy ladies pop in for lunch--and find much more on the menu than they expected!; Title: Werewolves for Lunch (Critters of the Night, Book 1) | [
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26,331 | 2 | Grade 5-7?Set in the 1860s, this novel is an unsuccessful sequel to James Gurney's Dinotopia (Turner, 1992). Raymond, 13, and Hugh, a young street thief, are shipwrecked on Dinotopia Island, where humans and dinosaurs live in idyllic harmony. Raymond adjusts quickly, but Hugh's hard life has not prepared him for this peaceful communal existence. His feelings of inadequacy are echoed in Windchaser, a reclusive dinosaur, and he resolves to communicate with the outcast creature. The story is episodic and choppy. Characters are introduced and disappear, sometimes within a single page, distracting attention from the main story line. Dialogue is equally inconsistent. Hugh's London street dialect comes and goes at random and Raymond often slips into unnaturally formal speech. The cliche-filled writing and intrusive philosophizing also contribute to the lack of continuity. Dinotopia lacks the logical foundation necessary for a fully realized imagined world. Brian Jacques's "Redwall" series (Philomel) provides readers with more believable, better defined animal fantasy.?Elaine E. Knight, Lincoln Elementary Schools, ILCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.A storm at sea washes a young pickpocket, Hugh, and a surgeon's son, Raymond, overboard.Landing on the strange island world of Dinotopia, Raymond and Hugh learn the meaning of real courage and true friendship, with the help of a reclusive Skybax named Windchaser.; Title: Dinotopia: Windchaser | [
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26,332 | 1 | ve stepping into the home of the first family of Bears and exploring the many rooms where they live, work, sleep, and play. Peek into Papa Bear's root cellar, discover all the fun "stuff" in Mama Bear's attic, and take a romp through Brother and Sister Bear's room. With over fifty fun flaps to lift, there's a lot to look for while learning what really lies beneath the dust ruffles and in the crannies of the most popular treehouse in America.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' Home Sweet Tree | [
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26,333 | 5 | What Do The Fairies Do With All Those Teeth? is the title of a children's book by Michel Luppens that is full of whimsical possibilities. In contrast, Peter Collington's book tells a story with just one explanation. Collington specializes in entirely wordless storytelling, painstakingly drawn frame by frame. It turns out the Tooth Fairy makes piano keys from the tiny teeth, a manufacturing process illustrated in great detail. You will either love this notion or be repelled by it; the crux is in the drawing of course. After laboring through the construction process, the final scenes show the Tooth Fairy tinkling the keyboard back in her apartment.Picture-book collectors and parents of preschoolers will surely want to find a space on their bookshelves for this splendid work. As in Collington's The Angel and the Soldier Boy and On Christmas Eve, exquisite, minutely detailed art relays a wordless story. When a girl loses a tooth at bedtime, she places it in a tiny "tooth box" that she slides under her pillow. Soon a tiny fairy wearing an ethereal white dress and a crown of roses flies from her home within the trunk of a tree to a trap door hidden in the forest floor. It leads to a cavernous mine, where-using a large furnace to melt the metal and a mold to shape it-she fashions a silver coin. At last the fairy enters the girl's room, retrieves the small box and exchanges the coin for the tooth. Readers of all ages will be delighted to learn exactly what this dedicated fairy does with the newly fetched tooth in the inventive, heartwarming conclusion. Somewhat out of sync with the elegant feel of the book, the final page contains a tooth box and coin to be cut out and assembled. Ages 4-8. Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: The Tooth Fairy | [
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26,334 | 1 | ive Little Critter shows how he shares his toys, his crayons, and even his ice cream, with his little sister.He even shares the TV--except when it's time for his favorite show!; Title: I am Sharing (Little Critter Toddler Books) | [
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26,335 | 7 | in full color. Esmerelda, Wanda Howl's wild and crazy cousin, is a smash hit in Critter Falls. But Axel and Thistle think Auntie Esmerelda is bad news. With the help of Uncle Mole--and a mirror--they're determined to shatter her perfect image. But will a face-off with Esmerelda mean trouble ahead? Book #4.; Title: The Headless Gargoyle (Critters of the Night , No 4) | [
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26,336 | 0 | "An exciting adventure sure to provoke strong feelings, this is for new or reluctant readers, and would make a good read-aloud."--School Library Journal.Based on true accounts of the Potawatomi Indians' forced migration from Michigan territory in 1840, this sequel to "Next Spring an Oriole portrays the friendship between two families--one white, one Native American.; Title: Night Of The Full Moon (Stepping Stone, paper) | [
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26,337 | 1 | Grade 5-8?These titles boast the same fabulous layout, interesting photographs, and fascinating facts that have made the series so popular. They also have many of the same drawbacks, such as poor depiction of relative size in the photos and topics that are too broad to be covered in one volume. Africa is populated by so many groups that they can't all be addressed in depth here. The book's organization results in a lack of continuity as it moves through discussions of social life and customs with minimal references to place and group names. This problem is compounded by the fact that much of the information is given in broad generalities. Only one small map of the continent is provided, and readers may find it dizzying going back and forth to figure out where they are. Similar problems occur in Gorilla, which is really about primates. This volume does a better job of presenting its topic, however, by focusing on one group or type of primate at a time. Determining the relative size of these mammals is not possible on many of the pages, although in some instances weight and height figures are given. While these books won't be useful for reports, they are fun to browse through.?Melissa Gross, Beverly Hills Public Library, CACopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Photographed in full color . Take a close-up look at the amazing behavior of our nearest relatives. Learn why howler monkeys burst into song at dawn, what it really means when a mandrill yawns, and why the biggest primate is a vegetarian.; Title: Gorilla (Eyewitness Books) | [
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26,338 | 1 | in full color. At Bear Country Airport, Papa uses a balloon to demonstrate how a jet plane works.Soon Brother, Sister, and their friends begin designing and making their own models.The aerodynamic craze leads ultimately to Bear Country balloon-powered tournament and flying circus!The Do-It! section explains how to construct and fly all sorts of balloon-powered jetcraft.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 Fly-It! Up, Up, and Away! (First Time Books) | [
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26,339 | 10 | Grade 3-5?Soup is back and causing more trouble for the good folks of Learning, VT. Here, he volunteers his sidekick, Rob Peck, to write a Fourth of July play that is historically accurate. Unfortunately, no one in the town can seem to agree on what actually happened back in 1776. Rob remains the level-headed character that readers love and with whom they can identify, but as usual, Soup is the one who steals the show. The action is fast paced as readers try to unravel the mystery of the secret ingredient Soup has in mind to make this play a blast. And a blast it is! Well written and fun to read.?Connie Pierce, Signal Mountain Public Library, TNCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Gr. 4^-7. In his fourteenth story about Soup and sidekick Rob, Peck resorts to nonstop one-liners, double entendres, and slapstick humor involving dropped drawers, pigeon droppings and curvaceous "patootsies," while he lambastes political correctness and historical revisionists. This time the duo are writing the script for Learning's Fourth of July pageant, a task that necessitates discovering what really happened in 1776, then rewriting history, manipulating a cast of befuddled townspeople, professional wrestlers, and loutish lumberjacks. Adults may find Peck's humor is heavy-handed and sophomoric ("My soul throbbed like a happy hemorrhoid" ), with Soup portrayed as a bombastic, hyperactive hellion, and Rob a dithering, compliant companion. Preteens, however, may not be quite so critical and will probably find the silly characters and predictable mayhem hilarious. Chris Sherman; Title: Soup 1776 | [
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26,340 | 3 | in full color. Thistle and the other members of the Critters of the Night clan get down in a wacky goblin celebration when the Critter Falls clock tower strikes thirteen and everyone pulls out their best clothes and favorite toys and whips up their most scrumptous upside down-cakes.; Title: The Goblin's Birthday Party (Critters of the Night) | [
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26,341 | 13 | Grade 5-8?While stunning, full-color photographs and illustrations continue to be the hallmark of this series, one shouldn't overlook the accompanying texts. Platt looks at the subject of piracy from the time of ancient Greece to the 19th century in double-page topic treatments. Readers are introduced to privateers, buccaneers, and corsairs, and told how they differ. Illustrations of various types of pirate ships, and the merchant vessels that were most often their targets, are particularly effective. Unfortunately, maps are few and far between and those included are too small and poorly labeled to be of much use. Building contains all of the virtues of other "Eyewitness" books, but is hampered by trying to cover too much territory. The history of building techniques, materials, and philosophy from earth-and-thatch houses to cathedrals and skyscrapers is crammed into the 64-page format. Some of the technical terms introduced, e.g., "plinth," are not adequately explained, and there is no glossary. Despite their drawbacks, both books are suitable additions to libraries.?David N. Pauli, Missoula Public Library, MTCopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.ting tour of world architecture and discover how all kinds of structures are built--from the humblest African mud huts to the slender minarets of Turkish mosques to the earthquake-resistant skyscrapers of Tokyo.; Title: Building (DK Eyewitness Books) | [
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26,342 | 20 | Illustrated in full color. Jonah goes overboard at sea, gets swallowed by a whale, is released, and finally delivers God's message to the people of Nineveh.; Title: Jonah and the Whale (A Chunky Book(R)) | [
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26,343 | 11 | Wander through the Sesame Street neighborhood; around every corner is a new surprise. Whether counting from 1 to 12 with the help of numbered flaps, matching objects in mailboxes, or peeking behind windows to see who lives in the "Furry Arms" apartment building, kids will love lifting, looking, and learning with this big, busy board book. With more than 60 flaps to peek behind, children will want to spend lots of time exploring. It's fun to learn about books (Three Little Pigs, Alice in Wonderland) and opposites (light/heavy, asleep/awake, slow/fast) when Big Bird and Bert and Ernie are behind the flaps to help! Created in cooperation with the Children's Television Workshop, producers of Sesame Street, this book, though somewhat overwhelming in color and activity, will appeal to lively little eyes and hands. Joe Mathieu's illustrations, based on the well-known Sesame Street characters, are familiar and inviting. (Baby to preschool) --Emilie CoulterElmo, the popular red resident of Sesame Street, barely makes an appearance in this large lift-the-flap board book that bears his Muppet moniker. Kids tackle such early-learning topics as numbers, opposites and matching as they lift flaps on the loudly colored, chaotic-looking pages. One of the trickier spreads focuses on storybook characters and familiar objects from their tales. And another layout, spotlighting guests staying at the Furry Arms hotel, seems out of place amid the educational content of the other scenes. Strong character recognition will likely carry this title to success, but there are better offerings in the Sesame Street line. Ages 2-6. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: ELMO'S LIFT&PEEK ARO | [
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26,344 | 0 | From pygmy shrews to bandicoots, this book will remind you it's not just Dr. Seuss who created strange and wonderful creatures! Is a Camel a Mammal? discusses myriad mammals in the entertaining rhythms that made Seuss famous. While the Cat in the Hat is the central narrator of this fact-filled tale, count on Thing One and Thing Two for supplying the actions that accompany such tidbits as "Their hair can be soft, like the fur of a kitten, or the wool from a lamb that you knit from a mitten." While the author forced some of the rhymes, the book still makes a great starting place for early readers with a serious interest in unusual animals. A sure hit for post-zoo story time. (Preschool to early reader) --Jill LightnerKindergarten-Grade 2-These books aim to introduce beginning readers to basic concepts in an entertaining manner. The author employs familiar characters from Dr. Seuss's "Cat in the Hat" titles to present information showing the diverse range of birds and mammals. The manic parade of rhyming facts, however, is confusing and contrived. Fine Feathered Friends is annoyingly superficial. In Is a Camel a Mammal?, a number of examples prove that mammals come in all sizes, live in many types of environments, and have various eating habits. Two basic facts, however, are mentioned in the glossary but not in the text: that mammal babies feed on their mothers' milk, and that they have backbones. In both books, the cartoon illustrations fail to distinguish among the many creatures. Series such as "Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science" (HarperCollins), "Read and Wonder" (Candlewick), and Jim Arnosky's "Crinkleroot" books (S & S) are all better choices.Marilyn Taniguchi, Santa Monica Public Library, CA Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: Is a Camel a Mammal? (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) | [
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26,345 | 2 | Little Witch is back, and this time she's mad! At her cousin Bossy, that is. Cousin Bossy has come for a visit and makes Little Witch feel as if she can't do anything right. When Little Witch has had enough, she dreams of turning her magic on Cousin Bossy--and turning her into a stinking pile of garbage. But is it all a dream? Readers will enjoy finding out when they read this great new addition to the Little Witch series.; Title: Little Witch's Bad Dream (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,346 | 15 | in full color. Inspired by their neighbor Farmer Ben, Brother and Sister decide--with Mama's help--to plant seeds, cuttings, and tubers. The Do-It! section includes instructions for the propagation of numerous food plants in water and/or soil, plus some simple plant science.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: Berenstain Bears Grow-It! Mother Nature Has Such a Green Thumb! (First Time Books(R)) | [
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26,347 | 7 | in full color. The wicked sea witch has turned the family of Mara the mermaid into giant chess pieces and hidden them in a deep-sea cave. Thistle Howl wants to help, so Mara turns Thistle into a mermaid. Now they can both swim to the rescue, except there's one catch: the sea witch needs two more chess pieces--just the size of Thistle and Mara! Will the heroic mermaids sink or swim?; Title: Kiss of the Mermaid (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night / Step into Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,348 | 1 | a clash between the lumber interests (including Papa Bear) and the environmentalists (who want to protect an endangered bird), the cubs have some tough decisions to make.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 Showdown at Chainsaw Gap (Big Chapter Books(TM)) | [
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26,349 | 1 | ng Hatchery apprentice, runs away when she accidentally endangers a dinosaur egg.Then she meets a gravely wounded Gryposaurus, a very rare dinosaur.Entrusted with the dying Gryposaurus's newly laid egg, Janet knows she must brave the wilds of Dinotopia--and return to an uncertain reception at the Hatchery.; Title: Hatchling (Dinotopia(R)) | [
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26,350 | 2 | Big Bird catches a lightning bug and puts it in a jar. But when the trapped lightning bug's twinkle begins to get dimmer, Big Bird learns a valuable lesson about freedom and friendship.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.Tom Brannonis a popular illustrator who has worked on many different book series, includingSesame Street,Muppet Babies, andPlayhouse Disney.; Title: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Bug (Step-Into-Reading, Step 2) | [
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26,351 | 2 | An easy-to-read magazine-style guide for girls age 10 to 14 on "staying healthy, safe and in-charge." Mavis Jukes covers everything from how to buy a bra to birth control, from sexually transmitted diseases to coping with the unexpected onset of a period away from home. Issues such as setting healthy boundaries, trusting feelings, and being able to go to adults for help are discussed in a tone that is frank, entertaining, and gently authoritative without sounding condescending. Though most girls this age will know more about these subjects than parents ever dreamed, the subjects are dealt with accurately in way that helps build self-confidence and character in girls at an extremely vulnerable time in their lives.It's difficult to imagine an adolescent girl who wouldn't benefit from this candid, supportive and often genuinely funny guide to surviving?and enjoying?those awkward pre- and early-teen years. Newbery Honor author Jukes bares her soul about her own sometimes misguided experiences growing up in the 1950s, when typical parental strategy "was to withhold all facts about sex from kids until the kids got old enough to be so embarrassed by the topic that they would refuse to talk about it." A rich supply of personal anecdotes lightens up her explicit, thoroughly accessible discussion of puberty and sexuality; Tilley's (Riddle-icious) breezy cartoons also put readers at ease. The author fills her text with sage advice adolescents can't hear often enough, stressing the importance of resisting peer pressure, respecting and taking good care of one's body, and communicating with and seeking help from parents and other responsible adults ("Looking like an adult doesn't mean that you're expected to take on adult roles and responsibilities. You're a kid, entitled to the love, care and protection of the adults around you"). While she tackles tough subjects like sexual abuse, harassment and sexually transmitted diseases, she includes tips on more frivolous, kid-pleasing topics, such as shopping for clothes and selecting the right makeup. Written with a bracing, inspiriting honesty, this volume will spark communication between parents and daughters. Ages 11-14. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: It's a Girl Thing: How to Stay Healthy, Safe and in Charge | [
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26,352 | 1 | Waterfall City is in grave danger when the Polongo River mysteriously dries up.Magnolia and her dinosaur friend Paddlefoot, along with Birch and a triceratops called Rogo, battle the elements in their desperate quest to save Dinotopia's most beautiful city.; Title: River Quest (Dinotopia) | [
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26,353 | 2 | When a childhood illness leaves her blind and deaf, Helen Keller's life seems hopeless indeed. But her indomitable will and the help of a devoted teacher empower Helen to triumph over incredible adversity. This amazing true story is finally brought to the beginner reader level.Johanna Hurwitzreceived her masters degree in library science from Columbia University and was working as a childrens librarian when in 1976 she published her first book,Busybody Nora, one of the first chapter books for readers who are transitioning to novels.She has since written more than 60 books for young readers, both fiction and nonfiction, including biographies of Anne Frank, Astrid Lindgren, Helen Keller, and Leonard Bernstein.; Title: Helen Keller: Courage In The Dark | [
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26,354 | 1 | 't wait for its classic car show to open. But eight of the cars have been stolen right off the school athletic field on the same night that Two-Ton Grizzly saw a ghost at his auto graveyard. Has Beartown been invaded by a band of ghostly car thieves?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 Ghost of the Auto Graveyard | [
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26,355 | 0 | Grade 2-3?In this adaptation of the opening chapters of Little Women, the four March sisters are disappointed that they are too poor to have their usual Christmas celebration. During the course of the story, they discover that giving is more gratifying than receiving as they focus on getting gifts for their mother and sharing their Christmas breakfast with a poor neighbor. Cheerful watercolor illustrations, done in predominantly pastel shades, and large print make the book accessible to readers about to make the transition into chapter books. However, it is doubtful whether modern readers will relate to the story's didactic message and preachy tone, and there is nothing here that will lead readers to the classic title.?Lisa Smith, Lindenhurst Memorial Library, NYCopyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.Each of the four March sisters is special in her own unique way. Meg is a dreamer, Jo is a tomboy, Beth is shy and thoughtful, and Amy is a bundle of energy. But despite their differences, the girls pull together to get through a difficult winter holiday. Based on the first chapter of the enduring classic Little Women, this enchanting retelling will introduce a new generation of "little women" to the works of Louisa May Alcott.; Title: Marmee's Surprise: A Little Women Story (Step into Reading, Step 3, paper) | [
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26,356 | 1 | xel Howl meets Cap'n Short Bob on a pirate ship in his backyard, he has to think and act fast before the mean pirate turns him into fish food!; Title: Pirate Soup (Critters of the Night) | [
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26,357 | 1 | Andrew, the son of a Dinotopian innkeeper, makes a strange discovery one night when a hooded dinosaur leads him and two friends to a remote, sealed-off city. When they begin to explore the forbidden area, the trio are thrust into a dangerous adventure--one they can survive only if they can put aside their chronic rivalries and come to understand the lost race of Trodons, who have existed there in seclusion for centuries.; Title: Lost City (Dinotopia) | [
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26,358 | 15 | Grade 4-6-Two-page entries illustrated with bright, full-color photographs introduce the world's oceans. Although the illustrations are sharp and clear, the text sometimes lacks depth, focus, and clarity as the author attempts to include something about almost everything connected to the subject. For example, in the "Waves and Weather" section, an El Ni?o and onshore and offshore breezes are not adequately explained. There are also serious omissions. Jacques Cousteau is never mentioned in "Diverse Divers," nor is Sylvia Earle included in the section on deep dives. Auguste Picard, significant contributor to the design of the deep-diving bathyscaphe, is omitted from "Ocean Explorers." So many visual images compete for attention on every page that the impact of the dramatic representations is lost. Browsing through these fully packed pages and dipping here and there into the text can be fun, but for entertainment, Joanna Cole's The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor (Scholastic, 1992) presents basic facts in an entertaining narrative. Other fine introductions include Martyn Bramwell's The Oceans (Watts, 1994) and Seymour Simon's Oceans (Morrow, 1990).Frances E. Millhouser, Chantilly Regional Library, VACopyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.Photographed in full color. Explore the incredible diversity of life in the sea--from the haunting, hour-long songs of humpback whales to the fantastic coral colonies that spawn all their young in a single night.; Title: Ocean (Eyewitness Books) | [
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26,359 | 3 | his parents and certainly not his kid sister--can make Joe Kohler put down the toilet seat.Not now.Not ever.But then the bully of the bowl meets his match.First the toilet refuses to flush.Then a stomach virus brings Joe head to head with the beast, and the seat comes slamming down. Joe escapes being beheaded in the bathroom, but he realizes too late that the toilet isn't a toilet after all.By that time, he's been taken aboard an alien spaceship!; Title: Stay Out of the Bathroom (Gooflumps #2 1/2) | [
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26,360 | 7 | pril freshness at the Pinch family's house.Their new cleaning lady smells disgusting.But that's pretty normal...for a zombie!And she's turning everyone else in Critter Falls into zombies, too.It's up to the Howls to stop her--without being eaten alive!; Title: Zombies Don't Do Windows (Critters of the Night) | [
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26,361 | 0 | , inventive housemates fromSnug House, Bug House are back in a winter wonderland adventure that's tailor-made for beginning readers. Fran and Ann, Fred and Ed, little Dot and spotty Spot--the bug family that calls a converted tennis ball home--are up to their antennae in snow. After suiting up for the cold, the resourceful bugs get together to improvise their own winter Olympics with sledding, skiing, and snow-bug building. When all is done, the bugs present a grand finale of Bugs-on-Ice with an ice-thawing reception. "Show bugs. Snow bugs. Way to go bugs!"; Title: Snow Bugs (Bright & Early Books(R)) | [
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26,362 | 2 | Illustrated in full color. Whose face is that on the cover? That's right--it's red-hot Elmo! Toddlers will learn to link facial expressions to emotions as they take a close-up look at some of the funniest, fuzziest monster faces on Sesame Street! Look at Zoe's happy face, she has a yummy lollipop. Elmo has a sad face, he's just dropped his ice cream cone. Poor Elmo! Can "you make a "sorry Elmo" face?Tom Brannonis a popular illustrator who has worked on many different book series, includingSesame Street,Muppet Babies, andPlayhouse Disney.; Title: Monster Faces (Sesame Street) (A Chunky Book(R)) | [
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26,363 | 0 | Released in the Beginner Books paper-over-board format so well known to Dr. Seuss's countless fans, this slight tale stars Spot the dog, last spotted in Put Me in the Zoo. Addressing a pair of kids looking as if they'd stepped out of a '50s primer, the dejected canine explains why he has been dismissed as a has-been: "Folks saw my spots up in the air. Folks saw my spots most everywhere. The circus says that's all I do. The circus wants somebody new. But I have more that I can do... all kinds of tricks-and all brand-new!" But "brand-new" is hardly an appropriate description for the subsequent sing-song monologue, in which Spot reveals his talent for transforming himself into a variety of colors and patterns. While ably employing Seussian repetitions and cadences, the text-helped little by the stale art-lacks the vitality of Lopshire's best work. Ages 4-7. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Kindergarten-Grade 2?Spot, from Lopshire's popular Put Me in the Zoo (Beginner Books, 1960), makes a return. This time, the agile dog's circus act has grown old and he's in danger of losing his job. Spot feels that he still has plenty of interesting tricks, which he shares with his two young friends. His stunts involve turning a variety of colors and adapting different patterns, neither of which are particularly inventive or interesting. Put Me in the Zoo earned its popularity with Dr. Seuss-like whimsy and catchy rhythming text; this latest effort, however, falls flat. The cartoon illustrations seem dated and lifeless; the text is uninspired.?Marilyn Taniguchi, Santa Monica Public Library, CACopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.; Title: New Tricks I Can Do | [
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26,364 | 2 | What exactly does a flower girl do? What's the most fun part of a wedding? Does a flower girl get to wear make-up? What if she messes up? Little girls can find the answers to all of these questions and much more, as they follow the adventures of one little flower girl. A magical book--enhanced by sweet, quirky artwork that captures the wedding spirit-and a must for any child who's going to a wedding, participating in one.; Title: The Little Flower Girl (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,365 | 1 | er is a good helper.He gladly helps wash the clothes, he helps make the beds, he even helps weed the garden.As a reward, he gets to help make a pie--and help eat it, too!; Title: I am Helping (Little Critter Toddler Books) | [
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26,366 | 7 | attends witch's school and unwitchingly turns Miss Prickly and Miss Prune into toads while trying to make Magic Potion Number Nine. Can Thistle save them? The fledgling socceress has her hands full trying to reverse the spell, especially with a sea monster and monsterous mother bird in close pursuit!; Title: No Flying in the Hall (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night) (A Random House Pictureback; #5) | [
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26,367 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 3. The title leaves no doubt about the focus of this picture book. At a family picnic, everyone pokes fun at the youngest girl's nappy hair. Devised as a call-and-response dialogue, the interchanges offer explanations and comments on why Brenda's hair is the nappiest, the curliest, the twistiest hair in the family. The answers involve African origins, God's intent, and pride in one's self; e.g., the Lord "looked down on this cute little brown baby girl" and said, "One nap of her hair is the only perfect circle in nature." The slightly exaggerated, colorful illustrations depict hair as wild and woolly as Don King's, and they comically embellish the message. The device of the multi-voiced dialogue, characterized in different type styles and sizes, rhythmically carries an ethnic flavor, but what's missing here is story. It's nice to see such familial unity but there's no strong narrative to reinforce that theme. Because the message is the entire point, the effect is akin to a one-joke book.?Julie Cummins, New York Public LibraryCopyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.Ages 5^-9. The cover painting of a little black girl with an impressive if not amazing head of hair will certainly attract attention, but the free-flowing, conversational narrative written in the African-American tradition of call-and-response also exerts a pull. The text touches on such topics as God, family, Africa, slavery, and, of course, hair: "Them some willful intentional naps you got all over your head. Sure enough. Your hair intended to be nappy. Indeed it did." The artwork, too, is energetic. Cepada's vibrant, folk-art-style paintings have a strong sense of color, form, and design. Librarians may want to have this unusual rhythmic book on hand for choral reading during Black History Month. Julie Corsaro; Title: Nappy Hair | [
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26,368 | 16 | Let's get one thing straight right off the bat. Children love books with flaps. They can't get enough of them. And this book has many, many flaps--over 60, in fact. Something else: children are crazy about Thomas the tank engine. Translation? Very young readers will happily spend a lot of time lifting and learning with this big, bright, colorful board book. Early learning concepts are reinforced on each page, as readers are encouraged to explore their knowledge of colors, numbers, sizes, everyday objects, and the alphabet. Thomas the tank engine travels through the pages, starting out early in the morning in the train shed and moving through the stations, dropping off parcels and passengers, and finally ending up in the freight yard with car after car full of important objects to be delivered, such as milk, doors, a piano, a kangaroo, and xylophones. Children should be allowed to roam freely over the pages of this book, making up their own stories related to the pictures they discover under the flaps. (Ages 2 and older) --Emilie CoulterIllustrated in full color. Jam-packed with loads of flaps to "lift, look, and learn" from, this book will have young children searching for engines painted blue, green, or red, counting from 1 to 10, and learning the alphabet.; Title: Thomas the Tank Engine's Big Lift-And-look Book (Thomas & Friends) | [
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26,369 | 1 | nnybunny plans a birthday surprise for P.J., he and his friends are sure they know what it will be--but nobody guesses the very cool surprise that's in store for them at Pine Coney Island!; Title: P.J. Funnybunny and His Very Cool Birthday Party (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,370 | 2 | Illustrated in full color. Sister can't believe the gift Brother gets for his birthday--it's the biggest, shiniest three-speed bike she's ever seen! She may not be big enough to reach the pedals, but "she wants that bike! The evils of jealousy become clear in a nightmare in which a green-eyed monster convinces Sister to prove that she can ride the bike. But look out! Sister--and the bike--are headed for 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 and the Green-Eyed Monster | [
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26,371 | 2 | Kindergarten-Grade 2-For his class's Cinco de Mayo play, Ricky, about six years old, turns down swords, pistols, a cape, a sarape, a sombrero, and other accoutrements for a fake mustache so he can play the role of a victorious Mexican soldier. With the bigote, the boy feels that he looks just like his father. Disobeying his teacher, Ricky sneaks the prop out of school and loses it on the way home. After spending an anxious evening trying to make another one, he prepares to face the music. It is then that his father delivers a clever solution. Soto sprinkles a few Spanish words into the English text. While buenos dias and gracias aren't too tough and even the meaning of bigote can be inferred, other terms, such as the informal contraction mi'jo, may be a bit of a challenge for those unfamiliar with the language. Cepeda's brightly colored, expressive acrylics will appeal to children, who will laugh at the teacher sporting pointy-rimmed eyeglasses, as well as at the improbable, oh-so-happy ending.John Sigwald, Unger Memorial Library, Plainview, TXCopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.It's almost Cinco de Mayo, and Ricky's class is going to put on a play to celebrate the festive Mexican holiday. When asked to choose his costume, Ricky picks a big, bushy mustache, just like his dad's. He's tired of everyone telling him he looks like his mother.After all, he's a boy--he wants to look like his Papi. Although he's supposed to leave it in school, Ricky wears the mustache home, reveling all the way in how grown-up it makes him feel. But by the time he gets there, the mustache is gone, and Ricky dreads having to tell his teacher what happened. Lucky for him, his Mama and Papi have a plan. Ricky is delighted the next morning when his Mama hands him a new big, bushy mustache--fresh from the smiling face of his clean-shaven Papi! With humor and tenderness, Soto evokes a warm celebration of both the beloved tradition of Cinco de Mayo and the strong bonds of love between father and son.; Title: Big Bushy Mustache | [
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26,372 | 6 | Lisa McCue's menagerie of adorable and irresistable animals will invite preschoolers to lift, look, and <i>learn</i> in this new addition to our <i>Great Big Flap Book</i> series. Each spread features animals in a different setting with a different educational theme. With over 50 flaps to lift, kids will learn about mothers and babies on the farm, counting in the garden, animal homes in the forest, and more!; Title: FUZZYTAIL FRNDS LFT& | [
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26,373 | 0 | off to a midnight vampire's picnic on the beach, where roasting and toasting, strumming and drumming, and jumping and thumping make for easy-to-read fun in this first appearance in Beginner Books by Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night.; Title: Roast and Toast (Critters of the Night) | [
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26,374 | 2 | ;i>easy being Honey Bunny Funnybunny--P.J. Funnybunny's little sister. Like most big brothers, P.J. loves to tease and play jokes on his little sister. Poor patient Honey Bunny puts up with almost everything. But the jokes stop short when P.J. paints the sleeping Honey Bunny's face bright green. Mr. and Mrs. Funnybunny are hopping mad...From now on, things are going to be different in the Funnybunny household! But does Honey Bunny really want something different?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: Honey Bunny Funnybunny (Beginner Books(R)) | [
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26,375 | 11 | "Told with verve and sly wit," said PW in a starred review, "this exuberant bayou tale admirably captures the captivating regional cadences and comedy of [an] intrepid fisher boy's adventures.... A splendid collaboration." Ages 5-9.- intrepid fisher boy's adventures.... A splendid collaboration." Ages 5-9. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc."McKissack understands the elements of a good story, and includes just enough detail to make it work. Uninhibited splashes of vivid colors fill the pages and elicit a joyous emotional response to the dynamic human figures. A radiant debut for a talented illustrator."--(starred) School Library Journal.; Title: A Million Fish...More or Less | [
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26,376 | 1 | in full color. The amusing and amazing Anthony Ant swings back into action in this t<i>ant</i>alizing tale of lost jewels and hidden treasure. After Anthony finds a treasure map under his bedroom floor, he embarks on an exciting journey to find Queen Annt's long-lost cache of jewels.The treasure map leads the reader through a maze, with each page containing clues. Lift the flaps to find the whereabouts of a diamond bracelet, a ruby ring, an emerald necklace, a sapphire brooch, and a golden crown. Over thirty-five intricately die-cut flaps to lift and a 4-page fold-out maze/treasure map make this hefty hardcover an irresistible treasure trove for puzzle fiends, bug boosters, and fans of interactive books.; Title: Anthony Ant's Treasure Hunt | [
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26,377 | 3 | s to milk products, Billy-boy Fudder isn't a cheese whiz.In fact, he's a milk dud, a dairy dork, and a hurling horror.Too bad his family inherits Breakwind Farms and has to move to the dairy capital of the world! But Billy isn't bummed for long!He and his new friend, Fanny, discover a cheese brain and unwittingly unleash a cottage cheese monster.But Martha the talking cow is on their side, and Fanny's smelly burps are their secret weapon against Chunk-O-Cheese!; Title: Eat Cheese and Barf! (Gooflumps #4 1/2) | [
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26,378 | 2 | poignant moments shared between a mother and child as they prepare for slumber in this bedtime lullably. How many blankets tucked round just right? How many kisses to say good night?LE>A new interactive board book format that's loaded with kid appealThis brand-new series is launching with reissues of four proven classics.Engaging art, simple kid-friendly text, sturdy board construction, and aperfect 8 x 8 size give Classic Board Books enduring appeal to toddlersand parents alike.; Title: How Many Kisses Good Night (Classic Board Books) | [
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26,379 | 7 | "Daine is a super new heroine who makes this action-packed fantasy a joy to read." -- Voice of Youth Advocates"Fans of the series will find Daine's adventures as exciting as ever." -- The Horn BookWhen humans start cutting down trees and digging holes in peaceful Dunlath Valley, the wolves know that something is wrong. They send a messenger to the only human who will listen -- Daine, a fourteen-year-old girl with the unpredictable power of wild magic. Daine and her closest companions heed the wolves' cry for help. But the challenge they are about to face in the valley is greater than they can possibly imagine...Set in Tortall during the reign of King Jonathan III and Queen Thayet, Wolf-Speaker is the second book in The Immortals series, which chronicles the time when the world is invaded by immortal creatures and a girl is born with a magical gift that could restore the very balance of nature.; Title: Wolf-Speaker (Immortals) | [
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26,380 | 0 | success of The Magic Tree House continues! The tenth adventure, Ghost Town at Sundown, is filled with the excitement, action, and fun facts always found in Magic Tree House books. Morgan le Fay has promised to make Jack and Annie masters of the tree house if they can solve four riddles. In Ghost Town at Sundown, the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to a ghost town in the Wild West of the 1880s. There, they meet a mustang herder named Slim as they search for the answer to the second riddle.s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readersHighly 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 havean astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strongcharacters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science,it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books.; Title: Ghost Town at Sundown (Magic Tree House) | [
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26,381 | 2 | Illustrated in full color. Brother Bear is a master at teasing--until the tables are turned and he's the one being heckled for being the principal's pet. And when Brother finally understands that teasing isn't just mean, it's also dangerous, he actually decides to stick up for the new kid at school.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 Teasing | [
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26,382 | 1 | in full color. Little Critter wants to play with Kitty, but Grandma says she's sleeping. By the time he searches the entire farm for the cat, Little Critter is ready for a nap, too!; Title: Where's Kitty? (Mercer Mayer's Little Critter) | [
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26,383 | 0 | hor....Dink writes to his favorite author, mystery writer Wallis Wallace, and invites him to visit Green Lawn. To Dink's amazement, Wallace says he'll come! But when the big day arrives, Wallace is nowhere to be found. The police think he just missed his plane, but Dink suspects foul play. It's up to Dink and his two best friends, Josh and Ruth Rose, to find the famous writer--before it's too late!RON ROY has been writing books for children since 1974. He is the author of dozens of books, including the popular A to Z Mysteries, Calendar Mysteries, and Capital Mysteries. When not working on a new book, Ron likes to teach tricks to his dog Pal, play poker with friends, travel, and read thrilling mystery books. STEPHEN GILPIN is the award-winning illustrator of dozens of childrens books, including the popular and very funny Pirate Mom. He brings his fresh, kid-friendly style to all the covers of the A to Z Mysteries series.; Title: The Absent Author (A to Z Mysteries) | [
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26,384 | 7 | packed Pictureback will appeal to young fans who love monster battles! When Los Angeles is attacked from above by the Smog Monster Hedorah and from below by the underground creature Gigan, the mayor calls for reinforcements. But there's only one force that can save the City of Angels now--Godzilla. From Beverly Hills to the Hollywood Hills, here's one monster showdown sure to make the earth quake!; Title: Godzilla Vs. Gigan and the Smog Monster (Pictureback(R)) | [
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26,385 | 0 | is pleased to welcome Sesame Street to the distinguished ranks of Beginner Books. It's up, up, and away for Elmo! Follow the fun as Elmo's high-flying kite takes him from the park to adventures in the deepest darkest jungle, to the muckiest swamp, clear up to Mars as he tries to find his way back home to Sesame Street.; Title: Can You Tell Me How to Get to Sesame Street? (Sesame Street) (Beginner Books(R)) | [
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26,386 | 2 | The author/artist's trademark cut-paper collages add distinction to a tale of a toad who saves three frogs from a flood?and from endless bickering. Ages 3-7. Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.This story of selfishness on the pond, carried out in beautifully simple collages and language, is a fine choice for story hours. School Library JournalThe language [is] clear and precise, the illustrations cleanly done and full of action. Kirkus Reviews; Title: It's Mine! | [
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26,387 | 1 | Kindergarten-Grade 2. This entry in the familiar beginning-to-read series follows the rhyming adventures of Beth the Cow. She and her bird companion fly off in a hot-air balloon, inadvertently collecting items as they bump and thump past a fisherman, a plane, a house, an apartment, a baseball game, etc. The silly story line and cartoon illustrations are just average fare. Though not written for beginning readers, Paul Brett Johnson's The Cow Who Wouldn't Come Down (Orchard, 1993) is a delightful nonsensical flying cow adventure; buy it if you don't own it and save your easy-reader budget for better titles.?Gale W. Sherman, Pocatello Public Library, IDCopyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.tradition of Beginner Book cumulative tales, here are the rollicking adventures of Beth, who forsakes her boring old field of clover for a run-away adventure in a hot air balloon.; Title: Come Down Now, Flying Cow | [
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26,388 | 2 | This lively chapter book continues the adventures of Julian, younger brother Huey and the rest of their family. Ages 5-9. Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc."Huey's straightforward narrative gives a realistic view of a child's world in language that emerging readers can easily grasp. The children in Toft's expressive illustrations complete a package certain to elicit smiles."--School Library Journal"Warm-hearted and winning."--The Horn Book"Gentler than Beverly Cleary's Ramona series but with much of the same authenticity and insight, Huey's stories give younger readers a protagonist they'll enjoy knowing."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"A book for sharing in the classroom and at home."--Booklist; Title: More Stories Huey Tells (Stepping Stone, paper) | [
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26,389 | 1 | proudly drags her fishing catch home to show Momma.But her "little fish"--a big, slimy octopus--does not adjust well to being a pet, and soon crawls back to the swamp.; Title: To Catch a Little Fish (Mercer Mayer's Critters of the Night) | [
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26,390 | 1 | High in the Forbidden Mountains of Dinotopia, sabertooth tigers prowl and hunt, far from humans and dinosaurs alike.In this chilling, Kipling-esque adventure, a daring 12-year-old boy is forced to join a sabertooth clan.Then disaster strikes, and he must brave the treacherous crags of Sabertooth Mountain--for the good of all Dinotopians!; Title: Sabertooth Mountain (Dinotopia) | [
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26,391 | 0 | Grade 1-3?An easy-to-read book about a number of large and ferocious insects. A couple of interesting facts are presented per double-page spread, many of which concern how the insects defend themselves or attack other animals or each other. The direct writing style is suitable for the subject matter. Although the language is simple, the author relates much interesting information. Feeling a bit horrified is part of the fun. The pen-and-watercolor illustrations fit well with the text. The bugs are appropriately threatening and gruesome. Another book on the topic for a slightly older age group is L. A. Mound's Amazing Insects (Knopf, 1993). Margery Facklam's The Big Bug Book (Little, 1994) provides many details about large species and the illustrations portray them in their actual size. Monster Bugs might create interest and lead readers to other, more challenging titles.?Anne Parker, Milton Public Library, MACopyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.Best-selling simplifier of science Lucille Recht Penner unearths the truth about the water bug which sucks its victims' blood like a vampire, the assassin bug which turns its prey to mush with a special poison, and other barbaric bugs.This vividly illustrated collection of sensational but true bug facts is sure to set young readers' skin crawling!; Title: Monster Bugs (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) | [
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26,392 | 1 | in full color. Who are you going to call when you cannot tie your tie, when your chopper will not fly, when your car begins to steam, when your mower spurts and screams? Why, you call Four Pups and a Worm, of course--the most industrious enterprise going. No "quibbles n' bits" for this quirky quintet. They tie. They fly. They tow. They even mow. They can handle everything from baby-sitting to back-scratching. In fact, there's almost nothing those Four Pups and a Worm can't do, as beginning readers will delight in discovering for themselves in this catchy, silly advertising jingle-in-a-book.; Title: Four Pups and a Worm | [
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26,393 | 7 | in full color. Godzilla lives, and he's coming to America! Hold on to your special 3-D Godzilla Glasses, because you won't believe your eyes. Drawn in big, bold colors, this picture book features the latest in 3-D technology, allowing the gargantuan Godzilla to leap right off the page. Godzilla fans are in for a treat as they watch him battle Ghidorah, a three-headed dragon from outer space. No place in America is safe from this space monster. Godzilla must trek all across America--from the Golden Gate Bridge to Mount Rushmore to a quick shower under Niagara Falls--in search of the demolition dragon. Finally, they meet up in a mega-monster showdown set in New York City's concrete canyons.ng the legendary creatureOn May 20, Sony-TriStar will release a blockbuster feature film starring the legendary creatureOn May 20, Sony-TriStar will release a blockbuster feature film starring thelegendary creature. An icon beloved worldwide who never seems to go out ofstyle, Godzilla(TM) was awarded MTV's LifetimeAchievement Award in 1996. In toys, in comic books, and in these excitingRandom House titles, Godzilla(TM) rules!; Title: Godzilla Saves America: A Monster Showdown in 3-D!: (Includes punch-out 3-D glasses) | [
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26,394 | 1 | A master storyteller who has appeared seven times on The New York Times bestseller list, fantasy writer Peter David joins the popular Dinotopia middle-grade adventure series with a gripping new tale. A witty young Raptor, Booj, teams up with Jason and Gwen to search for the legendary Odon, a Raptor who long ago became a recluse. To find him, the three friends must survive the dangerous traps of Odon's underground maze. No matter the challenge, they must succeed, because only Odon has the cure for the mysterious disease that has afflicted Gwen's father. It's a life-and-death journey and another thrilling story in the amazing world of Dinotopia.; Title: The Maze (Dinotopia, Book 8) | [
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26,395 | 0 | Jack and Annie are whisked off to the vast plains of Africa, where they must solve Morgan le Fay's third magical riddle. But that's only the beginning! Once the riddle is solved, they still have to get past a pride of lions, a humongous herd of rampaging wildebeests, and one very hungry Masai warrior.s have an astonishing track record for inspiring readersHighly 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 havean astonishing track record for inspiring readers. With their strongcharacters, imaginative plots, and just the right dose of history or science,it's no wonder kids love Magic Tree House books.; Title: Lions at Lunchtime (Magic Tree House, No. 11) | [
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26,396 | 0 | Grade 2-3?This simplified version of Hercules's adventures follows the myth accurately, but in a pedestrian manner. Though the bones are here, the life has been squeezed out of the story. The watercolor illustrations show a blond, muscular Hercules scantily clad, sporting the skin of the Nemean lion. Generously featured on every page, the action takes place in these garden-variety pictures. Little mention of the Olympians, plus the absence of Greek place names, gives this work the tone of Saturday afternoon television.?Angela J. Reynolds, West Slope Community Library, Portland, ORCopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.Although he is the strongest man in the world, Hercules must also use his wits to complete the tasks that the jealous king has in store for him.From giant ogres to fearsome Amazons, Hercules tackles his foes gamely. With the rollicking humor of a tall tale, this retelling is an exciting first step into Greek mythology.; Title: Twelve Labors of Hercules (Step into Reading, Step 3, paper) | [
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26,397 | 11 | "The atmosphere of each selection is skillfully developed and sustained to the very end. Pinkney's stark scratchboard illustrations evoke an eerie mood, which heightens the suspense of each tale. This is a stellar collection for both public and school libraries looking for absorbing books to hook young readers. Storytellers will also find it a goldmine."--(starred) School Library Journal.Illus. in black-and-white. With an extraordinary gift for suspense, McKissack brings us ten original spine-tingling tales inspired by African-American history and the mystery of that eerie half-hour before nightfall--the dark thirty.; Title: The Dark-Thirty: Southern Tales of the Supernatural | [
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26,398 | 3 | Grade 36This cookbook goes far beyond what one might expect. Many children have probably made green eggs and ham using copious amounts of green food coloring, but here, the ham is green thanks to a coating made from cilantro and tomatillos, and the eggs' usually yellow yolks are covered by a mound of guacamole. Many other recipes are equally creative; the Pink Yink Ink Drink is yummy, healthy, and sure to be a hit. While some of the connections to the Dr. Seuss books are a bit of a stretch, all include quotes that clarify their ties to specific stories. As with many cookbooks that are written to fit a predetermined theme, there is a wide range in both the difficulty and complexity of the recipes. Adult assistance will be needed for many of them, and several will send parents to the store for ingredients (shallots, rock shrimp, clams). However, the dishes' playful names and inventive presentations will have children trying new foods and adults enjoying the flavorful combinations. A great addition to the world of book-themed cookbooks.Genevieve Gallagher, Murray Elementary School, Charlottesville, VA Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.CookingWithKids.com "The perfect gift for Seuss collectors and cooks of all ages,Green Eggs and Ham Cookbookcaptures the zany and imaginative spirit of the Seussian oeuvre." ABC News "...it's filled with simple, scrumptious, wacky recipes for such foods as Cat in the Hat Pudding and Moose Juice and Schlopp" ; Title: Green Eggs and Ham Cookbook: Recipes Inspired by Dr. Seuss | [
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26,399 | 5 | Arthur, the endearing aardvark, helps modernize (and warp) 10 classic stories, including "The Emperor's New Clothes," "D.W. and the Three Bears," "The Frog Prince," and "Buster and the Beanstalk." Witty versions of these favorites, with appealingly believable characters, will keep young readers clamoring for more. Children who are already fans of Arthur and his buddies will recognize their idiosyncratic personalities, even through these twisted yet familiar tales in which Red Riding Hood's dad is a cook; the three little pigs use earthquake-resistant, reinforced I-beams rated to withstand a Force-3 hurricane; and the princess in "The Princess and the Pea" is a pretty tough chick. Marc Brown's charming illustrations add immeasurably to the humor of these stories. A perfect bedtime standby. (Great read aloud, ages 2 and older) --Emilie CoulterArthur, D.W., and their friends bring a touch of their own personalities and senses of humor to this sprightly collection of classic bedtime stories. "Could you please be more careful--you're drooling on my cape," says D.W. to the wolf in "Little Red Riding Hood." "Lucky I'm not afraid of heights," proclaims Francine as she climbs to the top of the mattresses in "The Princess and the Pea." Master weaver Arthur has the last laugh in "The Emperor's New Clothes." Each short, fun-to-read story has just the right mixture of the familiar tales with the contemporary spin of Arthur and his friends. "The Frog Prince," "The Three Bears," "The Three Little Pigs," and others round out this big, heavily illustrated hardcover bonanza for parents. Yes, it's really helpful in getting the kids settled down and ready for bed!; Title: Arthur's Really Helpful Bedtime Stories | [
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