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2,800 | 0 | Learn to read with Phonics Fun12-book programSimple stories full of exciting Super Hero actionBuilds a foundation for a lifetime of reading fun; Title: Batman Classic: Batman Phonics Fun (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,801 | 2 | First published in 1997, this clearly written, reassuring picture-book text has been newly illustrated with paper-collage artwork that is a bit cluttered but cheerful. A girl with a new baby in the house contrasts what babies do with what she can do, then talks about how special she is to her parents. An appended note advises parents on encouraging good sibling relationships. Libraries with nice copies of the original big-sister/brother books may want to keep them, but others will be glad to find new editions of this simple, positive, and perennially useful picture book and its companion volume, Im a Big Brother. Preschool-Grade 1. --Carolyn Phelan“I’m a Big Sister and I’m a Big Brother are bestsellers and it’s clear why. They empower first-time older siblings by filling them in on their new role: Mommy and Daddy’s helper with the new baby.” (“The Best Books for Soon-to-Be Big Brothers and Sisters”) (Brightly); Title: I'm a Big Sister | [
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2,802 | 2 | Mortimers naturalistic yet whimsical scenes exude old-fashioned Halloween charm. (Publishers Weekly)Anne Mortimer is the author and illustrator of Bunny's Easter Egg and Pumpkin Cat. She has illustrated many other children's books, including Santa's Snow Cat by Sue Stainton, A Pussycat's Christmas by Margaret Wise Brown, and The Owl and the Pussycat by Edward Lear. She lives in southwest England.; Title: Pumpkin Cat | [
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2,803 | 0 | Superman is in his Fortress of Solitude when Lex Luthor puts all of Metropolis in danger. Can Superman fly back to the city in time to stop Lex and save the day?Michael Teitelbaum has written hundreds of books for young readers, including tie-ins to Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and Disney Movies.; Title: Superman Classic: I Am Superman (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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2,804 | 1 | Grasshopper wanted to go on a journey."I will find a road," he said. "I will follow that road wherever it goes."Four of your favorite Arnold Lobel stories together in one audio collection!From Owl's surprising house-guest to the small pig's quest for the perfect mud puddle, Arnold Lobel's stories are filled with one-of-a-kind characters, and more than a little silliness too.Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) was the award-winning author and illustrator of many beloved children's books, including the classic I Can Read books about Frog and Toad, and the Caldecott Medal winning Fables.; Title: Arnold Lobel Audio Collection CD | [
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2,805 | 14 | An Indie Next List Notable (IndieBound)The little match girls story is now getting its due thanks to novelist Gregory Maguire of Wicked fame. Matchless glows with aching beauty. (Huntsville Times)Maguires story has the weight and solidity of a treasured folk tale, something to be handed down and retold. (Ellen Trachtenberg, author of The Best Childrens Literature: A Parents Guide)Every year, NPR asks a writer to compose an original story with a Christmas theme. In 2008, Gregory Maguire reinvented the Hans Christian Andersen classic "The Little Match Girl" for a new time and new audiences.When it was first translated from Danish and published in England in the mid-nineteenth century, audiences likely interpreted the Little Match Girls dying visions of lights and a grandmother in heaven as metaphors of religious salvation. Maguires new piece, entitled "Matchless," reilluminates Andersens classic, using his storytelling magic to rekindle Andersens original intentions, and to suggest transcendence, the permanence of spirit, and the continuity that links the living and the dead.; Title: Matchless: A Christmas Story | [
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2,806 | 2 | Gr 1-3-Hall's book of wordplay featuring homophones and homonyms is deceptively simple in appearance but sophisticated in concept. Appealing graphic-style illustrations, printed in brightly colored, textured acrylics on paper cutouts, are set against a white background; geometric shapes can be found in most cutouts and in the shaded painted areas. The story follows three cats-Lillian, Tilly, and William J.-as they set off on a nonsensical word-based adventure. The rhymed text is written in short sentences printed in extra-large type. Nevertheless, in many instances the rapid change in meaning from one homophone to the next presupposes that readers will recognize the difference in each pair of words. For example, "They choose a spot./They spot some ewes./They use a box/to hide from bees./They do their best/to box some fleas." In the midst of the silliness, the cats lose direction, stumbling through even more nonsense in order to get back on track, which allows Hall to demonstrate how he creates the links from one homophone to another. This instructive tale may be more useful in a classroom setting than as a read-aloud.-Susan Scheps, formerly at Shaker Public Library, OH(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A cover illustration of three cats with their tails intertwined ushers readers into this rather peculiar little ditty. The three cats in question, Lillian, Tilly, and William J., set off on a string of nonsense adventures that each incorporate a word used in the previous action: They flee a steer. / They steer a plane. / They plane a board. / They board a plane. This rises to a downright frenzy of wordplay, leading our feline trio to jumble up their words and become giddily confused: They use their paws to shoo a train. A shoo-shoo train? No! The colorfully geometric characters will involve students in discovering similar word pairs and discerning the difference between homonyms and homophones. Read-alouds, like the book itself, should devolve into ridiculous shenanigans. Though perhaps not to the level of My Heart Is like a Zoo (2010) and Perfect Square (2011), this nonetheless will be welcome in plenty of classrooms. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Patricia Austin; Title: Cat Tale | [
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2,807 | 2 | The bold digital collages of zoo animals in this debut picture book are clear and bright, and the simple rhymes about feelings will have preschoolers savoring the words, joining in, and pointing at every playful zoo scene, each featuring one animal per page. Even toddlers will enjoy talking about the scenarios, especially after they see the final spread with the small zookeeper asleep in his bed, his beloved animal toys snuggled around him. Kids will easily recognize the emotions in the wordsSnappy as a crab, / angry as a bear, / bothered as a bull / with a hornet in its hairas well as the more positive feelingsBrave as a lion, / thoughtful as an owl, / peaceful as a portly walrus / lounging on a towel. A final note points out that all the collage pictures are made up of heart-shaped pieces, more than 300 in all, and older kids might want to count them. Preschool. --Hazel RochmanIt stole my heart. (Robert Sabuda, New York Times bestselling author)Starting with one simple shape, Michael Hall shows us a nearly infinite number of ways to make a menagerie of love. (Brian Selznick, Caldecott Medalist)Now hear this! The art in this book will astonish Earth! (Chris Raschka, Caldecott Medalist)Michael Halls My Heart Is Like a Zoo is a combination of deceptive simplicity and gorgeous graphic design. Colorful, fun, and thoroughly enjoyable. (Laura Vaccaro Seeger, Caldecott Honor Artist, New York Times bestselling author)The bold digital collages of zoo animals in this debut picture book are clear and bright, and the simple rhymes about feelings will have preschoolers savoring the words, joining in, and pointing at every playful zoo scene. (ALA Booklist)Animals, adjectives and heartslots of heartscombine in this bright, appealing selection, reminiscent of the works of Lois Ehlert. (Kirkus Reviews)Children just learning about shapes will revel in these pages. (Publishers Weekly)This title will have a wide audience, whether in a classroom, library, or at home. An outstanding choice for one-on-one sharing. (School Library Journal); Title: My Heart Is Like a Zoo | [
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2,808 | 11 | Kindergarten-Grade 5Life in the White House captures the interest and hearts of America, and this book brings the Obama family into focus with fun details and realistic artwork. Starting with Inauguration Day, activities such as doing chores, eating dinner, and exercising show the Obamas' everyday routine. The artwork is expressive and nuanced in capturing the personalities in the family. The book ends with a statement that nicely summarizes their priorities. "For the Obamas, it's clear that just being together every day with the ones they love is the best part of all." Neat facts such as growing a garden on the South Lawn and playing with Bo the Portuguese water dog make this first family unique. Malia and Sasha are the main feature of the book, and they are shown getting to know the White House better by going on a scavenger hunt, going to school with their grandmother and secret service, and playing hide-and-seek in the hidden door and staircase. Facts about the White House and former presidents are incorporated seamlessly into the text.Rachel Artley, Watertown Elementary School, TN (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Deborah Hopkinson is the award-winning author of many books for young readers, including Ordinary, Extraordinary Jane Austen, illustrated by Qin Leng;Michelle, illustrated by AG Ford; Stagecoach Sal, illustrated by Carson Ellis; Abe Lincoln Crosses a Creek, illustrated by John Hendrix; Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt, illustrated by James Ransome and winner of the IRA Award; and Apples to Oregon, illustrated by Nancy Carpenter and winner of the Golden Kite Award. She lives near Portland, Oregon.; Title: First Family | [
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2,809 | 18 | In a closing authors note essential to a clear understanding of the story, Smith explains that when America was a new country and the president was in need of a residence, there were not enough workers. So the government sought slaves. Rented as property, / slave hands labor / as diggers of stone, / sawyers, / and bricklayers. At times, the rhymed verse sustains a cadence that echoes that of swinging axes; other times, the rhythm is a bit clunky, and the slant rhyme feels unintentional. Rising above these issues is Coopers muted but powerful illustrations, which convey the enormity of the task as well as the strength, dignity, and pride with which the slaves approached their work. Despite being in chains, several of the enslaved workers appear to be singing. With each turn of the page, the slave hands gain new skills, which ultimately earn them money to buy their freedom. This is a story that deserves to be told, courtesy of a duo of Coretta Scott King Award winners. Grades 2-4. --Austin, PatriciaThe president of a new country needs a new home, so many hands work together as one.Black hands, white hands, free hands, slave hands.In this powerful story of the building of the White House, Coretta Scott King Award winners Charles R. Smith Jr. and Floyd Cooper capture the emotion and toil that created this incredible structure, the home of our president. The White House was created by many hands, several of them slaves', who will be remembered throughout history for their extraordinary feat. Many slaves were able to purchase their freedom after earning money from learning a trade through this work, which speaks to their unbelievable strength. The title reflects how this towering symbol of America was created by hand, human hands, working toward their freedom, brick by brick.; Title: Brick by Brick | [
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2,810 | 0 | Jackie Urbanovic is the New York Times best-selling author and illustrator of Duck at the Door, Duck Soup, and Duck and Cover, as well as the illustrator of If You're Hoppy, by April Pulley Sayre. She lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.; Title: Happy Go Ducky (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,811 | 2 | Series includes: Pajama Day, The Show Must Go On, The 100th Day of School and Every Day is Earth Day.Jane O’Connor is an editor at a major publishing house who has written more than seventy books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series. She resides (that’s fancy for lives) with her family in New York City.; Title: Fancy Nancy Petite Library: 4 Mini Books | [
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2,812 | 13 | Jane O’Connor is an editor at a major publishing house who has written more than seventy books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series. She resides (that’s fancy for lives) with her family in New York City.; Title: Fancy Nancy: Aspiring Artist | [
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2,813 | 2 | Fancy Nancy thinks that everything in the sky is simply stellar, from the sun and the moon to the stars and their constellations (that's a fancy word for the shapes that stars make!). So nothing could make her happier than a special sleepover under the stars with her dad and her little sister, JoJo. Together Nancy and JoJo wish on stars, moon bathe, and even eat astronaut ice cream! But when rain clouds cover up the stars, what's a stellar stargazer to do?Bestselling author and illustrator of the Fancy Nancy books Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser fill Fancy Nancy: Stellar Stargazer! with celestial facts and sparkling illustrations. Best of all, take the glow-in-the-dark cover outside at night to launch your own fancy stargazing adventure. Ready? Three . . . two . . . one . . . Blastoff!Jane OConnor is an editor at a major publishing house who has written more than seventy books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series. She resides (thats fancy for lives) with her family in New York City.; Title: Fancy Nancy: Stellar Stargazer! | [
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2,814 | 2 | Gr 4-6In this sequel to Winterling (HarperCollins, 2012), Fer discovers that being the daughter of the deceased Lady of the Summerlands and vanquishing an evil usurper isn't enough to live happily ever after. Called back from the human world where she lives with her grandmother to the world beyond the Way, the girl discovers that her half-human heritage means that she must prove to the High Ones that she is worthy of being Lady of the Summerlands. She travels to the court of the High Ones with a small retinue that includes her possibly untrustworthy puck friend, Rook. There, she learns that she must compete against three other candidates for the right to be ruler. As Fer tries to win over the disdainful High Ones while remaining true to her convictions, Rook makes things worse by behaving suspiciously. Is he truly a trickster with no loyalty, as Fer's disturbingly beautiful opponent Aren insists? Deciding whom to trust becomes a life or death decision for Fer. This is a solid fantasy with enough suspense, action, magic, and warmth to keep readers happily entertained from the first page to the last. Both Rook and Fer stand out as interesting, well-drawn characters. A must for fans of the first title, the story also stands on its own and will be appreciated where high fantasyis in demand.Eva Mitnick, Los Angeles Public Library(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.In Winterling (2012), Fer defeated the Mor to become Lady of the Summerlands. In this follow-up, she defends her claim while struggling to determine how to rule and whom she can trust. The story of her puck friend Rook is explored more fully as he wrestles with competing loyalties to his brother pucks and Fer. Summoned by the High Ones, Fer must compete for the title of Lady of the Summerlands. What price is she willing to pay to win? Is it worth going against her convictions or ignoring a chance to heal someone in pain? This solid sequel will please fans of the first and, once again, theyll root for the strong female character. Grades 5-8. --Suzanne Harold; Title: Summerkin (Summerlands) | [
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2,815 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2For her birthday, Nancy is treating her mother to all the comforts of a spa day in their backyard. After she receives a facial, manicure, pedicure, and frightening new hairstyle, Nancy calls in reinforcements (her neighbor, an honest-to-goodness beautician). In typical Fancy Nancy style, this installment includes a glittery cover and girly illustrations. Nancy's many fans are sure to enjoy this latest adventure and may be eager to try some of the recipes, from a soothing sea-salt foot soak to a yum yum yogurt parfait.Lindsay Persohn, Crystal Lake Elementary, Lakeland, FL(c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.What better way to fancy Mom up for her birthday than to treat her to a super-deluxe beauty day created by Fancy Nancy herself? It's a pampering paradise, and right in the backyard! With relaxing music, fragrant lotions, colorful nail polish, and foamy mousse, Nancy gives her mom a total makeover. She even treats her to sumptuous refreshments and special entertainment. But when the pampering suddenly goes too far, has Nancy ruined her mom's big day?Complete with tips and recipes for creating a super-deluxe beauty day of your own, Fancy Nancy: Ooh La La! It's Beauty Day will inspire budding beauty experts to open up shop and join in the deluxe fanciness!; Title: Fancy Nancy: Ooh La La! It's Beauty Day | [
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2,816 | 2 | Few picture books directly address the subject of personal space in such an accessible way. Wells details of the kindergarten classroom are spot-on, and, as always, her illustrations, perfectly capture young childrens body language and emotions. (ALA Booklist)Wells Kindergators are delightful alligators, each with a personality all its own [and] there are some valuable lessons in problem solving and expressing oneself, for both children and educators. (Kirkus Reviews)This first book in the Kindergators series tackles socialization issues. Step-by-step, [Wells] builds a sense of drama while showing that she knows kindergarten inside and out. Kids will appreciate her faith in their inventiveness and sense of community. (Publishers Weekly)Rosemary Wells is the creator of many unforgettable children's book characters, including Max and Ruby, McDuff, and Yoko, each of whom stars in their own book series. She is also the author of perennial favorites about universal childhood experiences, such as Noisy Nora and Read To Your Bunny. Rosemary Wells lives in upstate New York.; Title: Kindergators: Miracle Melts Down | [
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2,817 | 2 | Wells details of the kindergarten classroom are spot-on, and, as always, her illustrations, rendered here in textured mixed-material collages, perfectly capture young childrens body language and emotions. (Booklist)Kids will appreciate Wells faith in their inventiveness and sense of community. (Publishers Weekly)This vibrant picture book has mixed-media illustrations and an afterword offers tips on creating a meaningful conversation about personal space. (School Library Journal)"Guess what happened at school today!"Kindergators work and play happily in Miss Harmony's class. But Harry isn't being a good classmate! He's disrupting Friendly Circle, causing accidents, and upsetting the class. Can the Kindergators find a way to help Harry learn to respect personal space?Beloved picture book author-illustrator Rosemary Wells brings her signature humor and trademark knack for understanding young readers to this new series, perfect for classroom use or for reading and sharing at home.; Title: Kindergators: Hands Off, Harry! | [
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2,818 | 2 | When Pinkalicious uses all of Alison's pink paint in class, Pinkalicious knows just how to make it up to her best friend!Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: Pinkie Promise (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,819 | 13 | Michael Hall grew up in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where autumn was memorable for football, floats, caramel apples, and spectacular colors. He is the creator of several acclaimed picture books for children, including Frankencrayon, Red: A Crayons Story, My Heart Is Like a Zoo, Perfect Square, and Its an Orange Aardvark!Michael Hall now lives with his family in Minneapolis, Minnesotaanother city that shimmers in the fall.; Title: Perfect Square | [
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2,820 | 2 | Gr 4-6Creech draws readers into a brilliantly simple, sentimental, and adult-centered moral scenario. On a rural American farm, an isolated couple finds a mute, mysterious, and artistic boy (who could be six, seven, or eight) abandoned on their porch. The longer he stays with them, the more his various talents become apparent and the more attached they become. They dread the day someone might come back to claim him. Readers will fall for the boy along with the taciturn couple and will become utterly absorbed in the what-would-you-do element of this cleanly written narrative. Others, however, may be distracted by the overly idyllic portrayal of farm and rural life, one-dimensional characters, and the aura of righteousness. It is, after all, an far-fetched premise, no matter how well written by such a renowned and skillful author. As an excellent vehicle for exploring moral quandaries, schools and libraries seeking books around which to discuss values will definitely want this title. However, Creech's fans should be aware that this is a departure from her previous fare, more like her The Unfinished Angel (HarperCollins, 2009) than her titles featuring strong female narrators.Rhona Campbell, Georgetown Day School, Washington, DC(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.John and Marta, a young couple living on an out-of-the-way farm, find a young boy deposited on their porch. He does not speak, seems unafraid, and has only a crumpled note to indicate his identity: Plees taik kair of Jacob. He is a good boy. Wil be bak wen we can. The uncertain couple open their home and their hearts to this silent boy with a talent for music and art and love. It is a fragile happiness, lived moment to moment as Marta and John dare not make long-term plans. The brief chapters of this slender novel reinforce the idea of time stolen, as the days unfold in the shadow of the inevitable return of the boys family. What could be a melodrama is crafted into a richer and more gracious story in Creechs masterful hands. The outcome of Jacobs time with John and Marta is long lasting and solid and pays forward in a completely believable and satisfying manner. Grades 4-6. --Kara Dean; Title: The Boy on the Porch | [
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2,821 | 2 | Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: Love, Pinkalicious Reusable Sticker Book | [
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2,822 | 2 | Amazon Best Books of the Month, February 2011: Eight-year-old Billy gives a flamboyant show-and-tell presentation, reciting for the class and his hapless teacher Mrs. Krupp, all the professions he has in mind for his future. From master snail trainer to dinosaur-dusting museum curator, the possibilities he imagines are seemingly endless. Billys great-grandfather is his inspiration, having had many different jobs and who, at age 103, still doesnt know what he wants to be. Billys carefree enthusiasm is contagious, and the bubbling rhythm of When I Grow Up makes it a lively read-aloud.--Seira Wilson Q: Did you know what you wanted to be when you were Billys age?Yankovic: When I was eight? I think chronologically that was sometime after I wanted to design miniature golf courses but before I wanted to be a writer for MAD magazine. Ill guess that was about the time when I wanted to be a fireworks-maker. Thankfully I didnt blow any fingers off.Q: What is the weirdest job youve ever had? Yankovic: I was an accordion repo man. During my summer breaks from college, I had a job giving accordion lessons to kids at a local music school. The kids usually didnt own their own accordions, so we had to lend the instruments out . . . for as long as they were still taking lessons. If they ever stopped taking lessons and didnt return the instrument, it was a job for . . . Accordion Repo Man!Actually, it wasnt all that difficultusually they were more than happy to hand the accordions back.Q: Kids talk about being grown up a lot. Heck, we all do. What does it mean to be grown up?Yankovic: I think it somehow involves the ability to grow hair in disgusting places.Being grown up obviously means different things to different people. To most folks, I assume the definition has something to do with the added responsibilities of adulthood and the ability to make more important decisions about ones own life. Growing up is an important transition, and hopefully a very positive onealthough, strangely, whenever somebody told me to Grow up! as a kid, it was rarely meant as loving, constructive advice.Of course, if you define growing up as having to jettison every last shred of ones childlike wonder of the world . . . well, then I hope I never grow up.Q: At one point Billy ponders becoming an artist who sculpts out of chocolate mousse. That sounds scrumptious . . . and hard! If you could sculpt something out of mousse, what would you create?Yankovic: Well, of course, Id make the mousse into a moose! What else? I mean, I hate to be obvious, but I just cant resist homonymsQ: Do you have any advice for kids who are already thinking about what to be when they grow up?Yankovic: Hey, its a terrific thing to think about. By all means, explore your options. Find your passions in life. And always remember: Its never too late to change your mind.Grade 13Eight-year-old Billy has an active imagination and a host of interests. So, when it's time for show-and-tell, he can barely contain himself as he describes, nonstop, what he'd like to be when he grows up. His career choices include chef, snail trainer, lathe operator, gorilla masseuse, an artist whose preferred medium is chocolate mousse, sumo wrestler, pickle inspector...and on and on. Mrs. Krupp's attempts to call "time up" are unsuccessful. He's just getting started. Billy is still pondering vocational choices at lunchtime when he comes up with one more possibilitya great teacher like Mrs. Krupp. The story has a nice premise, but it doesn't quite live up to its potential. In addition, the rhyming text can be distracting. Well-done, realistic and colorful watercolor and ink illustrations accompany the story, but overall this book is a supplemental purchase.Roxanne Burg, Orange County Public Library, CA (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: When I Grow Up | [
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2,823 | 2 | Deeply connected to the earth, Fer grows up learning about herbs and their healing properties from her grandmother. Grand-Jane has worked hard to protect her granddaughter, but her homey magic cannot keep Fer from accidentally opening the portal between the human and fairy worlds. Once opened, Fer tumbles into a dangerous world of alliances and treachery. With the help of a puck, whose own loyalty is deeply divided, she attempts to discover the truth about her parents fate and the identity of the Lady who rules the land. Out of her element, in a world with different rules than her own, Fer must rely on her wits, strong character, and knowledge of herbs to see through enchantments, discover the truth, and heal the land. Prineas writes a rich, engrossing tale that is hard to set down. She weaves ancient lore into a modern story full of danger, magic, and complex, engaging characters. Hand this to fantasy readers who enjoy a strong female character and a touch of mystery. Grades 5-8. --Suzanne HaroldSarah Prineas lives in the midst of the corn in rural Iowa, where she wrangles dogs, cats, chickens, and goats, goes on lots of hikes, and finds time to write. She is also the author of Ash & Bramble, a retelling of Cinderella. She is married to a physics professor and has two kids. You can visit Sarah online at www.sarah-prineas.com.; Title: Winterling (Summerlands) | [
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2,824 | 1 | Kindergarten-Grade 2For anyone who has ever suspected that cats have their own secret society, this amusing book proves it. Three felines prepare to read Cat Secrets, a book so precious it's kept in a protective glass case. But first they need to make sure that there are no noncats around, and begin their investigations. They break through the fourth wall and directly challenge readers to meow, purr, and stretch. They take some convincing, and are so preoccupied with readers that they do not see a mouse sneaking around them, angling to snatch the book himself. The cats' willingness to read their secrets aloud hinges on one final test (taking a nap), which they proceed to do, giving the mouse free access to the tome. Czekaj's cartoons done in a palette of primary colors and with expressive use of speech bubbles and eyebrows make this a comedic gem. The book has obvious appeal as a read-aloud, with its instructions and large-format cartoons, but it has the intimacy of a story to be read independently. Emerging readers who have cut their teeth on Mo Willems's similarly chatty "Elephant and Piggie" series (Hyperion) will feel more than capable of tackling this book.Kara Schaff Dean, Walpole Public Library, MA (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.The cats are on to us! Three of thema tabby, a black-and-white one, and a bespectacled kittenare just about to crack open their book of cat secrets and read them aloud when they suddenly become suspicious. Addressing the reader, they present their blacklist (no birds, dogs, snakes, fish, girls, bears, boys, or mice). But apparently thats not good enough. It has come to my attention that someone other than a cat may be reading this book, the tabby says. Shame on you, the kitten adds. To ensure the felineness of their audience, they ask the reader to perform a number of tests (meowing, purring, stretching), with Czekaj allowing plenty of dialogue-free pages featuring the cats patiently waiting. Czekajs irresistible cartoon art is both bratty and expressive, and his palette is exceedingly bright. Whats contained in Cat Secrets is never explained, but thats OKif theres any pet that consistently behaves as if concealing a clandestine operation, its a cat. Preschool-Grade 1. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Cat Secrets | [
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2,825 | 4 | With a Vrrrrrrrrrrrrrrum, a red sports car challenges a train engine to a race. But first the train loads lumber on the flatcar, bricks in the gondola, steel on the coil car, gas in the tank car, and gravel in the hopper. Once the engine builds up speed, there is no stopping him. He takes tunnels through mountains and warns cows off the track. Even city traffic (including the red car) halts while he chugs to his destination. The mighty engine politely offers the sports car a ride back. On the checkerboard endpapers and throughout the story, the engine is Mr. Personality: big, confident, and friendly. The text moves along in a satisfying way, though interruptions can be expected, as kids stop the action to identify the cars and their contents again and again. Featuring big, bold images, the artwork creates a strong thrust from left to right in nearly every scene while adding plenty of variation and visual interest along the way. Train fans will love this. Preschool-Grade 1. --Carolyn PhelanThe staccato text is as peppy as always and embellished with onomatopoeia like the chooka chooka chooka rhythm the train makes once up and running. Jim McMullan makes terrific use of the broad horizontal spreads to show the beauty and challenge of the journey. (The Horn Book)Certain to pique the interest and imagination of young children as to the everyday workings of freight trainsand it takes them on a highly entertaining ride, too. (School Library Journal)Its a rip-roaring ride. (Publishers Weekly)Praise for IM BIG!: Its unlikely the dino or readers will soon forget such a big adventure. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))Praise for IM BIG!: Perfect as a read-aloud or a read-alone, this story about a lost youngster finding his courage and his mojo will secure a welcome place in the vast herd of picture books available. (School Library Journal (starred review))Praise for IM BIG!: Looking big is a strategy used often in the wild, and readers will be happy to see it work for this essentially gentle giant, from whom the fanged, clawed, spiked, yet puny bullies turn tail. (The Horn Book); Title: I'm Fast! (Kate and Jim Mcmullan) | [
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2,826 | 22 | After the Joker sneaks his way into the Gotham Museum of Art and Science to steal a priceless pendant, BatmanTM follows him all the way to Metropolis. There, the World's Greatest Detective learns the thief is in cahoots with none other than Lex Luthor. Calling on his friend Superman, Batman is on a mission to take back Metropolis!; Title: Batman Classic: Battle in Metropolis (Batman (Harper Festival)) | [
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2,827 | 2 | Pinkalicious has a pinkabulous imagination, and now you can join in her artistic fun with this pinkerrific giant sticker book!Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: The Pinkatastic Giant Sticker Book | [
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2,828 | 2 | PreS-KKnuffle Bunny goes international when Trixie and her family fly to Holland to see Oma and Opa. Trixie, excited and slightly sleepy, leaves her toy rabbit behind and doesn't miss him until the plane is on the way to China. Although the grown-ups encourage her to be brave because she's getting bigger, Trixie remains in a funk until she dreams about her special toy and all the children he encounters on his travels. Soon the visit ends, and Trixie is back on the plane where Knuffle Bunny is waiting in the seat pocket. Just when the story might end, Trixie shows just how brave (and grown up) she is. She gives him to a crying baby and becomes Knuffle Bunny free. At the end, Daddy includes a note to his daughter with the hope that the toy might return years later when she has her own child. Willems once again conveys a range of emotions through limited text and outstanding illustrations. His sensitivity to children's needs allows the humor to come through without devaluing the feelings. The familiar style of photographs with original drawings takes readers along on the journey from New York to Holland, but also from babyhood to childhood. Friends and fans of Knuffle Bunny will readily notice the passage of time since the lovable bunny made his first appearance. Mommy and Daddy have new hairdos, and Trixie is a big girl now. This one is a must-have.Carolyn Janssen, Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: Knuffle Bunny Free: An Unexpected Diversion (Knuffle Bunny Series) | [
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2,829 | 2 | PreSchool-Grade 1A blue bird and a brown rabbit frolic together through spring, summer, and fall. By late autumn, the bird announces that it must fly south but promises to be back once the weather warms up again. The rabbit spends the cold winter months missing its friend, while the bird longs for the bunny. Before long, spring returns and the two are reunited. The succinct prose touchingly expresses the value of friendship between these two very different creatures. Although they must spend a portion of the year apart, there is still the promise of more good times to come, which shows young readers the value of patience. The cut-paper collages created from paper products range from old books to ticket stubs. The effect is enchanting, giving each detail a unique design. The color scheme is also indicative of the various seasons, where spring is most represented by bright green, summer deep blue, fall golden brown, and winter soft lavender dusted with white.Donna Atmur, Los Angeles Public Library Copyright Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.Fans of Bergers The Little Yellow Leaf (2008) may recognize the stars of this early picture book, which touches on migration and seasonal change, separation, and the lasting nature of true friendship. In this tender, simple story, an invitation to play in the spring sunshine turns a bluebird and a brown bunny into fast friends. The sprightly pair continues to frolic from spring to summer to autumn, until the cold air of winter approaches and the bluebird migrates south. The winter months are lonely ones for both friends, but finally, as the seasons come full circle, the two are joyfully reunited. Bergers superb, stylized cut-paper collage illustrations, constructed from lined and graph paper and magazines, depict sylvan landscapes with graceful curves and airy compositions that echo the simplicity and gentleness of the tale. A reassuring, poetic story that will give young children much to ponder any time of the year. Preschool. --Kristen McKulski; Title: Forever Friends | [
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2,830 | 0 | Gr 4-7-After their life-changing summer in Oakland with their poet-activist mother, related in One Crazy Summer (HarperCollins, 2010), sisters Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern find it difficult to readjust to life in Brooklyn. In addition to their grandmother's strict expectations, the girls must navigate the return of their uncle from Vietnam, their father's new romantic relationship, and their own uncontrollable love for the Jackson Five. Delphine finds some solace in corresponding with her mother, who reminds her not to take on too much or try to grow up too fast; instead she should remember to be 11. But each adult in Delphine's life has a different idea of what that means. Over the course of the book, Delphine strives to balance these conflicting perspectives and to articulate her own beliefs. From the very start of the story, her well-realized voice pulls readers into her rapidly changing world. Williams-Garcia ably integrates historical information with Delphine's story. Even secondary characters are complex and her nuanced understanding of the 1960s brings the setting to life. P.S. Be Eleven is a must-read for fans of the first book, but it can also stand alone as an engrossing novel that will leave readers pondering important issues of race, gender, and identity.-Gesse Stark-Smith, Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* The Gaither sistersDelphine, Vonetta, and Fernare newly returned from a summer spent in California with their mother, Cecile, and the Black Panthers (One Crazy Summer, 2010). But life in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, with Big Ma and Pa is nothing like the freedom of Oakland, even if the girls carry back independent streaks. And while their summer may have been crazy, autumn is not exactly tame: Pas wearing cologne and whistling now that he has a girlfriend; Uncle Darnells back from Vietnam but sleeps a lot; and sixth grade has a new Zambian exchange teacher, Mr. Mwilla. Delphine speaks her worried mind in letters to Cecile, who always adds a postscript, reminding Delphine to Be Eleven and not a grown-up. (This makes for a nice recurring sentiment, if a somewhat clunky title.) Set against the tumultuous, yet vibrant, backdrop of the late 1960sas Nixon campaigns against Humphrey and the Jackson Five are poised to play Madison Square Gardenthe story is vividly narrated by Delphine, who reluctantly learns to ease control over her sisters and comes to a tough realization: Twelve makes you know better than to wish for things that only eleven would wish hard for. Even without the dynamic Black Panther characters, this soars as a finely drawn portrait of a family in flux and as a memorable slice of a specific time in our nations history. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: Williams-Garcias One Crazy Summer (2010) won the Newbery Honor and the Coretta Scott King Award and was a National Book Award finalist. A robust marketing campaign includes author appearances. Grades 4-7, --Ann Kelley; Title: P.S. Be Eleven (Coretta Scott King Award - Author Winner Title(s)) | [
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2,831 | 2 | Hilarious to anyone who ever went through, is currently in, might go to, or flunked out of middle school. (Jon Stewart)This book will make you laugh. If youre not into that sort of thing, consider yourself warned. (Stephen Colbert)Tad is the rapid-fire, pop-culture-referencing, actually-funny stand-up-comic-in-waiting that I wanted to be in middle school! (Tom Angleberger)Tad has an agenda: Survive seventh grade.He also wants to: grow a mustache, get girls to notice him, and do a kickflip on his skateboard. . . .But those are not the main reasons he started a blog. Tad just has a lot of important thoughts he wants to share with the world, like: Here is the first thing I have learned about having a dog in your house: Don't feed them nachos. Not ever. ; Title: Planet Tad | [
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2,832 | 2 | Grade 5-8 Aussie Gerald Archer Wilkins, 13, becomes a reluctant billionaire when he inherits his great-aunt Geraldine's fortune. In a letter, Geraldine predicts her murder and asks him to investigate it and its connection to the theft of a priceless diamond from the British Museum. Gerald dutifully visits the institution but encounters difficulties when a threatening man demands answers at knifepoint. The boy picks up the obligatory sidekicks, twins Sam and Ruby Valentine, when they rescue him. The teens move from London to the new billionaire's country estate as they identify the thieves, using a set of mystical clues. An action-packed denouement complete with rats, snakes, and booby traps uncovers the true villain in this planned trilogy. Newsome's story will appeal to fans of 39 Clues-style adventure-mysteries. While the dramatic escape scenes create a delicious urgency, the story is fairly predictable, and most readers will identify the villain quickly, despite the large cast of characters. Almost all of the twists occur when Gerald has a supernatural vision, so the plot lacks a degree of inner strength. Character development is nonexistent. The boy learns how to use a credit card and bribe taxi drivers, but his adventures instill in him no great resolve, except possibly a strong survival instinct. That said, many middle schoolers will enjoy this title without prompting, and adventure books are always in demand. Caitlin Augusta, Stratford Library Association, CT Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.This over-the-top first novel and series debut introduces Gerald Wilkins, an Australian youth whos the recent heir to a fortune bequeathed to him by an English aunt he barely knew. While Geralds giddy, irresponsible parents use his good fortune to take a Caribbean vacation, the 12-year-old stays behind in London, facing threats connected to the recent theft of a world-renowned diamond. His attempts to piece together how his aunts death and the diamond are connected involves sleuthing about museums and stuffy clubs, and leads to a dastardly attempt on his life by a creepy man of overwhelming strength who smells of bleach. Luckily, twins Ruby and Sam intervene, saving the new billionaire, and the threesome become fast friends. The plot is rife with killings, suspects, ancient clues, and booby-trapped caverns straight out of an Indiana Jones movie. Newsome relies too much on far-fetched coincidences to drive her plot. Still, readers who enjoy quick-reading mysteries likely will not mind. Grades 4-6. --Karen Cruze; Title: Billionaire's Curse, The (The Archer Legacy) | [
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2,833 | 2 | Pinkalicious thinks school is okay, but she misses her imaginary unicorn, Goldie. When she brings her golden classmate to class one day, her teacher is concerned: Unicorns aren't allowed in school! It's up to Pinkalicious to make sure Goldie behaves herself. In this I Can Read companion to the New York Times bestsellers Pinkalicious, Purplicious, and Goldilicious, a pink-crazed girl learns that with her companion by her side, school rules!Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: School Rules! (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,834 | 2 | Grade 46Nate is a sixth grader who has a problem with organization. Everything is going wrong, and he's piling up detention after detention. Things start to improve when he gets a fortune cookie with a message stating that he will "surpass all others," giving him a purpose for the day and leading to humorous incidents such as when he tries to beat a speed record for eating green beans, and when he tickles his science teacher with a feather duster. This fully developed protagonist debuted in a comic strip; this is Peirce's first book about him, and it is a successful, laugh-out-loud venture. Readers meet a variety of characters, each with a unique personality or trait. Peirce's black-and-white ink illustrations, whether they are comics Nate has drawn or other funny images, help to develop the story. Big Nate will fill in gaps in collections that are looking for books for reluctant readers, and for Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Abrams) read-alikes.Lora Van Marel, Orland Park Public Library, IL (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Unabashedly capitalizing on the Wimpy Kid wave (with a Jeff Kinney blurb-recommendation splashed across the cover), Peirces book, for a slightly younger audience, uses a mix of prose and cartoons to tell a quick story about a day in the life of an extroverted, impish kid. Peirce does have comics cred on his side: his hero, Nate, has been the star of a long-running daily comic strip. He is the classic clever kid who hates school and whose antics land him in ever-hotter water with grumbly teachers. On this particular day, he wakes up feeling fine, sweats a bit about an upcoming test, then opens a fortune cookie at school that reads, Today you will surpass all others. So, he dutifully goes about trying to best other kids at everything but seems to only have a knack for racking up detention slips. The cartoons provide plenty of gags at the expense of various adults and classmates, and Nates persistent good cheer and moxie make him a likable new proxy for young misfits. Grades 3-6. --Ian Chipman; Title: Big Nate: In a Class by Himself | [
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2,835 | 0 | Its hard to argue with this, or any, serving of Biscuit. (ALA Booklist)There is so much to doand there are so many friends to seeat the library!; Title: Biscuit Loves the Library (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,836 | 0 | Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit in the Garden (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,837 | 7 | Gr 46In this conclusion of the trilogy that began with Winterling (2012) and continued in Summerkin (2013, both HarperCollins), a poisonous curse called the stilth is oozing through the magical realms, spreading stillness and rot wherever it goes. It stems from the fact that young Fer, part-human Lady of the Summerlands, asked that all Lords and Ladies swear an oath to remove their glamories. The Forsworn have defiantly kept this masking magic, which not only makes them beautiful but also causes them to resist change and desire power. Meanwhile, Rook, Fer's tricky friend, and the Puck brothers have found a powerful and dangerous antidote to the glamorie in the form of a giant spider's web. What Rook does with this antidote causes the fragile trust between him and Fer to finally snap. After the Forsworn spirit Fer away to a remote, magical island, only Rook can rescue her-and only Rook and Fer together can save the realms, not to mention Fer's human grandmother. Fer's fierce determination to deal with the consequences of her actions meshes with Rook's realization that Fer is every bit as important to him as his brothers. This creates a tension that keeps the pages turning, even as the stilth threatens to destroy the world. Fer's refreshing humanity and Rook's exasperating but charming trickiness add humor and warmth to this fine fantasy.Eva Mitnick, Los Angeles Public LibraryFer and Rook return in this conclusion to the series that began with Winterling (2012) and Summerkin (2013). In Summerkin, Fer bound the other fairyland Lords and Ladies to an oath to remove their glamories, but many were unwilling. Now they are forsworn, creating the stilth that spreads to all the lands, slowing time and bringing death. As part-human, Fer is the only one capable of creating change and saving everyone, but she needs Rooks help. Can she trust him? Are they even friends? The plot is somewhat bogged down with explanations of stilth and contemplations of loyalty, trust, and friendship but the pace picks up slightly by the end. Grades 5-8. --Suzanne Harold; Title: Moonkind (Summerlands) | [
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2,838 | 2 | Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: Pink around the Rink (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,839 | 2 | Gr 5-8Travis Raines thinks he is being considered for The Legend, a secret society at his middle school. He receives blue envelopes that are labeled, For Your Eyes Only. Over a couple of weeks, he is asked to complete seven puzzles and their corresponding tasks, and he must keep everything a secret. He also needs to do what he's been told without getting into trouble, which is tough when people don't take him seriously. Furthermore, some of the tasks have a cruel undertone. Could the messages really be from The Legend, or are they from an impostor group trying to get Travis in trouble? While the idea is exciting, the plot never quite reaches its potential. At times, the story is slow moving and even somewhat confusing. While Travis's characterization is complete, the others lack depth. The book does have strengths, though: the puzzles are fun to solve, the mystery of the envelopes is appealing, and Travis is a likable protagonist.Sarah K. Allen, Elko Middle School, Sandston, VA Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Travis hopes to be inducted into the Legend, a secret society at his middle school. Admittance to membership involves fulfilling tasks and solving puzzles that mysteriously appear in messages contained in blue envelopes. Travis is thrilled when he starts receiving the messages, but the bizarre tasks sometime land him in situations that lead to trouble with the school disciplinarians. Travis finds that the puzzles are more fun, though, and the reader can follow along as Travis tries to piece together the clues and codes. Eventually, he is admitted into the Legend, and he also solves the mystery of who is behind the false Legend clues. It all makes for a Dan Browntype story for kidsright down to the secret, over-the-top Legend induction ceremony at the end. Kids who enjoyed solving the clues in Blue Balliets Chasing Vermeer (2004) may also enjoy this. Grades 5-8. --Todd Morning; Title: The Seventh Level | [
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2,840 | 2 | Amazon Best Books of the Month for Kids, January 2012: A monochrome town gets a change of color and attitude with the help of a box of yarn and a girl named Annabelle. From the seemingly endless box of Extra Yarn Annabelle knits clothing for everyone around her, tempering the ill-tempered, and creating beautifully patterned warmth for people, animals, and objects, alike. When a greedy clothes-loving archduke tries to buy--then steal--the box for himself, he discovers that ill-gotten gains bear no fruit--or in this case, yarn. Mac Barnetts elegant and clever story is complemented by Jon Klassens illustrations, and fans of I Want My Hat Back will enjoy the familiar faces that show up in this picture book about the magical properties of kindness and generosity.--Seira Wilson*Starred Review* This understated picture book is certain to spark the imagination of every child who comes upon it, and what could be better than that? Annabelle lives in a black-and-white world, where everything is drab, drab, drab. So imagine her surprise when she finds a box filled with yarn of every color. Armed with the yarn and knitting needles, she makes herself a sweater, but after she finishes, she finds that she has extra yarn left over. After knitting a sweater for her dog, her classmates, and various (hilariously unsurprised) bunnies and bears, she still has extra yarn. So, Annabelle turns her attention to things that dont usually wear wool cozies: houses and cars and mailboxes. Soon an evil archduke with a sinister mustache who was very fond of clothes hears about the magic box of never-ending yarn, and he wants it for his own. Reading like a droll fairy tale, this Barnett-Klassen collaboration is both seamless and magical. The spare, elegant text and art are also infused with plenty of deadpan humor. Klassen (I Want My Hat Back, 2011) uses ink, gouache, and digital illustration to fashion Annabelles world out of geometric shapes, set against dark, saturated pages, and against white as the town comes to colorful, stitched life. Quirky and wonderful, this story quietly celebrates a childs ingenuity and her ability to change the world around her. Grades K-2. --Ann Kelley; Title: Extra Yarn | [
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2,841 | 2 | Dee Garretson spent her childhood helping her father build his offbeat inventions and playing adventure games in the woods. After working as a landscape designer and teaching landscape horticulture classes for several years, Dee returned to writing. Her debut novel, Wildfire Run, has been praised for its suspense and its hero, Luke, who with his companions, displays generous measures of courage and ingenuity in rising to the occasion (ALA Booklist). She lives with her family in Cincinnati, Ohio.; Title: Wildfire Run | [
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2,842 | 0 | Will Biscuit find a way to join in the ball game?Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books and many other beloved children's books. She lives in a book-filled home in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York.; Title: Biscuit Plays Ball (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,843 | 0 | PreS-Gr 2-A picture-book introduction to the world's eight bear species. Similar in format to the Minors' If You Were a Penguin (HarperCollins, 2009), Panda Bear is written in rhymed quatrains that have minimal facts about each breed (e.g., a sun bear's long tongue helps it get honey; and grizzlies can be 10 feet tall and love to catch salmon with their paws and teeth). Each four-liner is divided between the one or two spreads allotted to each species. Skillfully detailed paintings show the variety in textures of the bears' fur-some soft, some wiry, others thick and fluffy. Facial close-ups of panda, sloth, black, moon, sun, and spectacled bears show intelligence and compassion. Because many of the poems pair a small fact or two with the nonsense of forced rhyme (e.g., "If you were a spectacled bear,/You'd have furry eyeglasses./And if you went to school,/You'd look smart in your classes"), libraries that purchase the book may want to consider cataloging it as a picture book. In contrast to the simple text, two appended pages of "Bear Fun Facts" and a half page of excellent "Bear Sources and Websites" are more appropriate for older children. Bob Barner's Bears! Bears! Bears! (Chronicle, 2010), an informational book that is also written in rhyme, ends with a fact about bear cubs of each species and a colorful map that shows where they live.-Susan Scheps, formerly at Shaker Public Library, OH(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A global array of bears parade by in this delightful story for the very young. A lovely title to engage the imaginations and interest of budding animal enthusiasts. (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for If You Were a Penguin: Wendells vibrant large-scale figures, set against bracing polar landscapes, have enough personality to captivate a crowd. (ALA Booklist)Praise for If You Were a Penguin: A playful and lightly informative look at the life of penguins...an excellent storytime addition. (School Library Journal); Title: If You Were a Panda Bear | [
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2,844 | 2 | Gr 3-6Peirce's second book about Big Nate is clever and funny. For Mrs. Godfrey's newest special project, a research assignment on a great American, the sixth grader gets paired with the perfect A-plus student, Gina. Horrible as this seems, something great also occursNate is picked as a Fleeceball team captain and has a chance to win the coveted Spoffy (Sports Played Only for Fun) trophy. Unfortunately, he is late to the gym when players are chosen, and Gina is on his team. The pacing of the text and the black-and-white comic-book illustrations give the story a fun and carefree rhythm. Readers will be delighted to pick this up and find great characters who will stay with them.Patty Saidenberg, George Jackson Academy, New York City. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Peirces mischievous grade-school hero returns for more misadventures in another blend of easy-reading narrative and comic-strip snippets modeled after the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books. In an unbelievable double stroke of bad luck, Nate gets paired with the insufferable brainiac Gina on a class project and stuck with her on his otherwise championship-worthy fleeceball (indoor baseball) team. Lessons are learned and comeuppances are delivered on both sides. This is a hearty dose of low-fiber fun for boys, and Peirces cartoon tidbits make the pages fly past with punch lines galore. Grades 3-6. --Ian Chipman; Title: Big Nate Strikes Again | [
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2,845 | 2 | Jane OConnor is an editor at a major publishing house who has written more than seventy books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series. She resides (thats fancy for lives) with her family in New York City.; Title: Fancy Nancy: Fashionista: A Coloring and Activity Book | [
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2,846 | 2 | Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: The Pinkerrific Playdate (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,847 | 2 | K-Gr 3This book delivers a soothing, lullabylike message from a mother with cancer to her young daughter. Reassuring and tactful, it affirms that love and kindness are the best medicine for anyone who is ill. While Clark addresses scary situations like chemotherapy and hair loss, she does so in a gentle, understanding way. Each of these difficult topics is bridged with memories that the mother has of her daughter as a baby. She explains how her child's first smile, her sweet baby hair, and times she had a cold will help her through her own hardships and fear. A happy ending is included; the mother recovers and rejoices in all the time that she and her daughter will have together in the future. Soft pastel illustrations are as beautiful and gentle as the text, and very child oriented. An important and heartfelt addition for most collections.Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, PA(c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Heres a much-needed book, and one thats done with lots of love. A mother narrates: When I tell you I have cancer, I will be sad. For each moment of hardship, this mother finds a happier time in the life of her and her daughter with which to equate it. When she feels scared, it will remind her of how she could make her frightened child feel safe after a nightmare, and that will calm her. When her hair falls out, she will remember her childs head as a baby and hope that her hair grows back as beautifully. When she feels sick, shell think of the times she took care of her little girl and know just hearing her childs stories will do the same for her. Then comes hope: And then I will be well. And I will think of all the happiest times that we have had and the happy times we are going to have. Soft-edge illustrations, tender in feel and comforting in color, add sweetness to Baby Einstein founder Clarks story. Sadly, there will be much use for this, but anyone needing to talk to a child about cancer will find the right words here. Grades K-3. --Ilene Cooper; Title: You Are the Best Medicine | [
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2,848 | 2 | Gerald, Sam, and Ruby are attending the murder trial of Sir Mason Green, hoping to see their longtime enemy put away for good. But just as the trial is about to begin, Mason Green is killedand Gerald is framed for the murder. He only has one choice: to run. Now he and his friends, along with Mr. Fry, are off on a quest to clear Gerald's name. Their journey will lead them across Europe in a race for the greatest and most powerful treasure ever assembled on earthone that waits for someone, good or evil, to finally claim it.Richard Newsome is the author of the first two books in the Archer Legacy, The Billionaire's Curse and The Emerald Casket. In researching the trilogy, Richard traveled to England, India, France, Italy, and Greece, visiting many of the historical sites featured in the books. He lives with his family in Brisbane, Australia.; Title: The Mask of Destiny (Archer Legacy) | [
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2,850 | 4 | PreS-These books take advantage of toddlers' affection for vehicles to introduce simple concepts. The counting book goes from 1 bus to 10 bicycles and ends with "1 BIG traffic jam!" The book about opposites includes familiar terms such as "Up, Down" and "Stop, Go." The large, clear texts stand out against the brightly colored backgrounds. The silly cartoon illustrations are as lively as the texts. People of all races and ages use the vehicles. A gray-haired woman rides a chopper and a dog rides in a sidecar. The concepts are simple enough to engage the very young, and the illustrations contain enough detail and humor to entertain older readers as well.-Amelia Jenkins, Juneau Public Library, AK(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.A delightfully playful exploration of vehicles and opposites. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Dont be surprised if older siblings volunteer for readaloud duty with this set on hand. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)The concepts are simple enough to engage the very young, and the illustrations contain enough detail and humor to entertain older readers as well. (School Library Journal); Title: Everything Goes: Stop! Go!: A Book of Opposites | [
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2,851 | 4 | K-Gr 3-In this third book in the series, a boy learns about boats and ocean travel as he and his parents ferry toward their vacation location. As they cross the water, the boy asks questions about the variety of ships they see. The colorful captions that appear on each spread contain answers about buoyancy, houseboats, submarines, container ships, and sailboats. Labels help identify the less familiar boats (ketch, sampan) and the parts of a ship (bridge, radar). Children can spend a lot of time looking for the humorous situations and the hidden numbers and birds in each scene. This book is not suitable as a read-aloud because there are too many word balloons and short conversations going on in the background, but youngsters who enjoy the busyness of Richard Scarry or "Where's Waldo?" books will pore over this oversize volume.-Tanya Boudreau, Cold Lake Public Library.AB, Canada(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journal. LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.From the Everything Goes series, this large-format picture book follows a boy and his parents traveling by ferry. They watch the boats in the bustling harbor and observe many more during their crossing. Dialogue balloons, labels, and fact boxes carry the text. With a slender strand of story and plenty of information about many types of watercraft, this picture book straddles the thin line between fiction and nonfiction. The digital artwork features bold, beefy line drawings, bright with color and full of witty details for attentive kids to enjoy. Large illustrations show the whole, parts, and interiors of various vessels. Mesmerizing fare for young boat fans. Preschool-Grade 2. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Everything Goes: By Sea | [
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2,852 | 0 | Everything Goes is a series of books written and illustrated by Brian Biggs. The first books in the series, Everything Goes: On Land and Everything Goes: In the Air, are a celebration of cars, trucks, motorcycles, planes, and other things that go!; Title: Everything Goes: Henry on Wheels (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,853 | 14 | PreS-This sturdy addition to Biggs's series finds Santa Claus delivering presents by land, sea, and air. Accompanied by a single reindeer, he hauls around a huge round bag of presents in vehicles that are common and those that are a bit unconventional. Each one is identified in a single word on the page, such as "snowmobile," "canoe," "bus," "bicycle," "helicopter," "sailboat," "truck," "motorcycle," "airplane," and "speedboat." Little ones will enjoy the bright, humorous cartoons that highlight Santa's offbeat attire (helmet, goggles, life jacket) as he uses the different modes of transportation. Christmas fun for youngsters who never tire of books about machines.-Teri Markson, Los Angeles Public Library(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.The pictures pop with color; the animated scenes are detailed but not too busy for the intended audience, who will delight in the visual jokes. This stocking stuffer will get a lot of mileage. (Horn Book Magazine)A fine yuletide choice for the vehicle-obsessed. (Kirkus Reviews); Title: Everything Goes: Santa Goes Everywhere! | [
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2,854 | 0 | K-Gr 1-This second book in the "Everything Goes" series features multiple modes of transportation in winter. It is a snowy morning and Henry's family has decided to go ice skating. En route to the rink, he sees taxis, buses, cars, trucks, a dogsled, a Zamboni, and a mounted patrol. Some vehicles, such as a tow truck and a snowplow, help others to navigate on the slick streets. After a fun day of skating, the family returns home to make a snowman and drink hot chocolate. For those readers who live in warmer climates, this book will be a window into how people cope with winter. The balance between the very easy text and colorful illustrations is just right, with no more than three large-print sentences per page. Alternating phrases such as "says Henry" and "Henry says" keep the words fresh in beginning readers' minds. A strong choice for the earliest readers.-Janene Corbin, Rosebank Elementary School, Nashville, TN(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Everything Goes is a series of books written and illustrated by Brian Biggs. The first books in the series, Everything Goes: On Land and Everything Goes: In the Air, are a celebration of cars, trucks, motorcycles, planes, and other things that go!; Title: Everything Goes: Henry Goes Skating (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,855 | 2 | Victoria Kann is the award-winning illustrator and author of the picture book series featuring the whimsical and effervescent character Pinkalicious. Victoria coauthored and illustrated the first two books, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, and cowrote the play Pinkalicious: The Musical. She wrote and illustrated the New York Times number-one bestsellers Goldilicious, Silverlicious, Emeraldalicious, and Aqualicious as well asPeterrific, starring Pinkaliciouss little brother! Victoria is the co-executive producer of Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids.; Title: Pinkalicious: Tickled Pink | [
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2,856 | 2 | Clink was a state-of-the-art robot with the dazzling ability to make toast and play music at the same time. But that was many years ago.Now kids want snazzier robots who do things like play baseball and bake cookies. So day after day, Clink sits on a shelf and sadly watches as his friends leave with their new owners. He almost gives up on ever finding a home—until the day Clink spies a boy who just might be able to be the right one for him. . . .From #1 New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and new talent Matthew Myers comes a funny and heartwarming story that lovers of Corduroy will adore.Kelly DiPucchio is a New York Times bestselling author of several books for children, including Grace for President and Clink. She lives in a brick-cozy house in southeastern Michigan with her husband and three children, who aren’t so little anymore.; Title: Clink | [
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2,857 | 13 | PreS-Gr 2-Bouncy Lexy loves to dance, but because of her stage fright and dislike of recitals, she tells her parents that she's done with it. Convinced that instructors never have to perform on a public stage, she opts to teach. She has trouble finding students and is ready to quit until five bumbling, furry blue giants with antennae show up at her door. After much instruction, they are ready for a recital, but once in front of an audience, they freeze with fright. Lexy overcomes her own performance anxiety and comes to their rescue onstage. Soon she and the giants are showing off their creative moves. The story nicely weaves together a realistic fear with fantasy elements. The characters' cheery personalities leap off the pages. Children will identify with Lexy and chuckle when they see the giants dancing. Dorman's peppy, full-color digital artwork, printed on glossy paper, pumps up the story line. Bird and Dorman's efforts blend into a delightful picture book with a feel-good ending.-Lynn Vanca, Freelance Librarian, Akron, OH(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.This picture book, by prominent librarian-blogger Bird, includes such irresistible ingredients as a determined young girl, furry blue giants, and lots and lots of dancing. It begins, however, with a sign the girl has painted: I quit ballet and tap and jazz and tango and Scottish Highland dancing! Apparently, Lexy loves to dance but hates recitals because she always freezes in fright. Dorman depicts Lexy as cartoonishly cute, with her big head and nimble body, dancing around with joyoffstage at least. Lexy hits upon the solution of becoming a dance teacher and advertises her free services. Dormans versions of Lexys only customershuge blue creatures with antennae, little ears, pig noses, and overpowering enthusiasmare an unmitigated delight. After they overcome Lexys reluctance to teach them, these lumbering giants inspire Lexy to dance onstage without fear or worry. In addition to the sweet outcome (a wild rumpus of sorts), librarians will note the names of Lexys toys: Anne, Carroll, and Moore. Grades K-2. --Abby Nolan; Title: Giant Dance Party | [
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2,858 | 2 | Praise for Scary School: “For fans of the Wayside and Bailey School series, the Zack Files, [and] Ghostville Elementary.” (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for Scary School: “[T]his is a laugh-out-loud offering that should find a broad and appreciative audience among boys and girls alike.” (Booklist)Praise for Scary School: “I died laughing. Weird monsters in silly situations. Why didn’t I think of that?” (Dan Gutman, author of My Weird School and The Genius Files)Praise for Scary School: “Spooky, ooky, and kooky, Scary School reminds me of my middle school.” (Chris Grabenstein, award-winning author of the Haunted Mysteries series)Praise for Scary School: “Scary School is the perfect combination of hilarious and terrifying. It’s hilarifying!” (E.J. Altbacker, author of the Shark Wars series)As winners of last year's Ghoul Games, the students of Scary School are off to the Monster Forest to meet Zog, the Monster King. School may be scary, but the forest has a few frights of its own, including . . . King Zog himself (they don't call him "King Zog the Terrible" for nothing).When the king's toad-faced daughter, Princess Zogette, falls in love with Charles Nukid and follows him home, Zog raises his army of monsters to invade the school. But Charles, Penny Possum, Dr. Dragonbreath, and all the students and teachers prove that scary monsters are no match for Scary School!; Title: Scary School #2: Monsters on the March | [
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2,859 | 1 | PreS-KHedgehug has forgotten all about the evening's Halloween party and does not have a costume. He approaches several forest friends for help, but he damages every outfit they give him to try on. He heads home feeling defeated and alone until his pals come after him, offering the perfect solution. The last two spreads show him dressed as a green cactus with his spikes prominently sticking out. The splotchy, textured artwork is pleasant enough, but because Hedgehug's spikes are not shown in the earlier drawings, it is difficult for readers to understand why his clothes keep shredding. A ho-hum story.Martha Simpson, Stratford Library Association, CT(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.With the biggest Halloween party of the year only a few hours away, Hedgehug still has no costume! Can his friends help him dress up in time—or will Hedgehug miss the party?; Title: Hedgehug's Halloween | [
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2,860 | 2 | Gr 36Youngsters familiar with the earlier books in this series would be the best audience for this lackluster addition, as frequent references are made to characters and plot developments without adequate explanation. Eleven-year-old Derek the Ghost introduces the story by telling readers about the latest challenge for the Scary School students: They must participate as exchange students at their evil counterpart-Scream Academy. Characters are silly and one-dimensional, such as Penny Possum (who hides like a possum in the back of the classroom) and Jason (who wears a white hockey mask like the horror-movie character). Conflicts are resolved without much fight. The students encounter some creepy characters, including witches, trolls, and an ice dragon, but they offer little suspense in a fairly predictable plot. Marsha Jones's "Ghostville Elementary" (Scholastic), Dan Gutman's "My Weird School" (HarperCollins), and Debbie Dadey's "Bailey School Kids" (Scholastic) series are better selections for kids who enjoy the funny scary genre.Julie Shatterly, W.A. Bess Elementary School, Gastonia, NCPraise for Scary School: For fans of the Wayside and Bailey School series, the Zack Files, [and] Ghostville Elementary. (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for Scary School: [T]his is a laugh-out-loud offering that should find a broad and appreciative audience among boys and girls alike. (Booklist)Praise for Scary School: I died laughing. Weird monsters in silly situations. Why didnt I think of that? (Dan Gutman, author of My Weird School and The Genius Files)Praise for Scary School: Spooky, ooky, and kooky, Scary School reminds me of my middle school. (Chris Grabenstein, award-winning author of the Haunted Mysteries series)Praise for Scary School: Scary School is the perfect combination of hilarious and terrifying. Its hilarifying! (E.J. Altbacker, author of the Shark Wars series); Title: Scary School #3: The Northern Frights | [
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2,861 | 2 | When evening comes, its time to say good night to trucks. On the opening spread, a boy waves as the milk truck rolls by. Soon the dump truck, the garbage truck, and the tanker truck finish for the day. Scene by scene, the sky darkens from powder blue to midnight. By the time the pajama-clad motorhome owner yawns and closes his door, kids will be waving good night and yawning, too. Part of Biggs Everything Goes series, this board book targets a prime audience for truck books and hits just the right note with its bold line drawings, subdued palette, and friendly tone. Preschool. --Carolyn PhelanSweet dreams for young truck lovers. (Kirkus Reviews)Part of Biggs Everything Goes series, this board book targets a prime audience for truck books and hits just the right note with its bold line drawings, subdued palette, and friendly tone. (Booklist); Title: Everything Goes: Good Night, Trucks: A Bedtime Book | [
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2,862 | 4 | A compelling collection of things that fly and a counting book all rolled into one. A delightful addition to the Everything Goes book series. (Kirkus Reviews)It's a bird! It's a plane! Follow a flock of birds as they travel across the sky and encounter all kinds of awesome flying vehicles.; Title: Everything Goes: What Flies in the Air? | [
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2,863 | 1 | Highly entertaining. A perfect recommendation for fans of Kathryn Laskys Guardians of Gahoole (Scholastic) and Erin Hunters The Warriors series (School Library Journal)Can the familiars bring magic back to the queendom?Vastia is in a state of war. Led by the evil Paksahara, whose command of the Shifting Fortress gives her nearly unstoppable power, an army of undead animals is wreaking havoc on the queendom. With human magic still gone, it's up to the three prophesized familiarsAldwyn, Skylar, and Gilbertto capture the fortress and bring Paksahara down.But it won't be easy. The three familiars must embark on a quest to gather seven descendants of the most ancient and powerful animals in Vastia. And to make matters worse, Aldwyn finds a troubling scroll that causes him to doubt the very truth of the prophecy that guides them.With inventive magic, epic action, and laugh-out-loud humor bursting from every page, circle of heroes is an extraordinary adventure you won't want to see end.; Title: Circle of Heroes (Familiars) | [
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2,864 | 2 | Whatever the situation, young Nate sees things through optimistic eyes. For example, when Mom stands under her black umbrella and says, I hate rain, Nate,joyfully splashing about, answers, Rain brings frogs! When young friend Ben, hovered over a huge banana split, tells a hopeful dog, Not enough, Nate says, Enough to share, and extends his own ice-cream cone to a blissful pooch. Surrounded by a mountain of toys, little Liz wails, I need more! Smiling in his bed, holding a teddy, Nate says, I need one. Each spreads simple text and colorful, cartoon-style illustrations, filled with playful details, accessibly convey basic behavioral concepts and demonstrate supportive ways to reframe disappointments, as in a scene in which a kid, who sits dejectedly at the edge of the pool holding a second-place medal, says I lost. Nate, happily holding his fifth-place award, says, I finished! If occasionally a bit predictable, this encourages both kids and adults to look for simple joys. Preschool-Grade 2. --Shelle RosenfeldMaryann Cocca-Leffler is thrilled that the Tappletons are back! She illustrated the very first version of Thanksgiving at the Tappletons' in 1982 as a new illustrator fresh out of art school, and then reillustrated it in 1992. Since then, Maryann has written and illustrated over fifty children's books, including Rain Brings Frogs, A Vacation for Pooch, and Janine. Maryann lives and works in New Hampshire.; Title: Rain Brings Frogs: A Little Book of Hope | [
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2,865 | 0 | Everything Goes is a series of books written and illustrated by Brian Biggs. The first books in the series, Everything Goes: On Land and Everything Goes: In the Air, are a celebration of cars, trucks, motorcycles, planes, and other things that go!; Title: Everything Goes: Henry in a Jam (My First I Can Read) | [
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2,866 | 1 | Adam Jay Epstein spent his childhood in Great Neck, New York, while Andrew Jacobson grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but the two met in Los Angeles. They have been writing together for film and television ever since.Their interest in space dates back to their early years, when Adam attended Space Academy in Huntsville, Alabama (and won the Right Stuff Award!), and Andrew went to a movie theater (for the first time) to see a rerelease of Star Wars.Adam Jay Epstein lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Jane, and their daughters, Penny and Olive. Andrew Jacobson, his wife, Ashley, their son, Ryder, their daughter, Willa, and their two dogs live close by.; Title: Secrets of the Crown (Familiars) | [
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2,867 | 4 | Biggs bright and brash cartoons, employing thick black lines, are as droll and lighthearted as ever against subtle cityscape backdrops. (Kirkus Reviews)Learn about all the colors of the rainbow with flying, floating, zooming vehicles!; Title: Everything Goes: Blue Bus, Red Balloon: A Book of Colors | [
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2,868 | 8 | Kids everywhere feel connected to Ramona's unique way of looking at the world as she tries to adjust to new teachers, feels jealous about Susan's curls, and is secretly pleased by Yard Ape's teasing. The scrapes she gets herself intolike wearing pajamas to school or accidentally making egg yolk shampooare funny and heartwarming, and sometimes embarrassing. No matter whatRamona's lively, curious spirit shines through.The appeal of the Beverly Cleary's stories about Ramona Quimby havenever faded. For the first time, all eight of Beverly Cleary's Ramonatitles are now included in one box set:Beezus and RamonaRamona the PestRamona the BraveRamona and Her FatherRamona and Her MotherRamona Quimby, Age 8Ramona ForeverRamona's WorldBeverly Cleary is one of America's most beloved authors. As a child, she struggled with reading and writing. But by third grade, after spending much time in her public library in Portland, Oregon, she found her skills had greatly improved. Before long, her school librarian was saying that she should write children's books when she grew up.Instead she became a librarian. When a young boy asked her, "Where are the books about kids like us?" she remembered her teacher's encouragement and was inspired to write the books she'd longed to read but couldn't find when she was younger. She based her funny stories on her own neighborhood experiences and the sort of children she knew. And so, the Klickitat Street gang was born!Mrs. Cleary's books have earned her many prestigious awards, including the American Library Association's Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, presented to her in recognition of her lasting contribution to children's literature. Dear Mr. Henshaw won the Newbery Medal, and Ramona Quimby, Age 8 and Ramona and Her Father have been named Newbery Honor Books. Her characters, including Beezus and Ramona Quimby, Henry Huggins, and Ralph, the motorcycle-riding mouse, have delighted children for generations.; Title: The Complete Ramona Collection: Beezus and Ramona, Ramona and Her Father, Ramona and Her Mother, Ramona Quimby, Age 8, Ramona Forever, Ramona the Brave, Ramona the Pest, Ramona's World | [
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2,869 | 2 | Benn Sutton is a writer living in Sydney, Australia. He doesn't know much about love, but he sure knows what it's like to be a prickly character. Dan Pinto is an animator and illustrator who originally created Hedgehug as part of his senior thesis. He has worked on numerous film and TV productions and lives in New York City.; Title: Hedgehug: A Sharp Lesson in Love | [
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2,870 | 2 | Ten stories guaranteed to put you in the ring, under the basket, and right behind home plate, from the following perennial all-stars:Dustin BrownJames Brown Joseph BruchacChris Crutcher Tim GreenDan Gutman Gordon KormanChris Rylander Anne UrsuJacqueline Woodsonwith illustrations by Dan SantatJon Scieszka is the National Ambassador for Children's Literature emeritus and the bestselling author of more than twenty-five books for kids, including The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales, Math Curse, Robot Zot!, and the Time Warp Trio series. Jon founded Guys Read to encourage a passion for reading among young boys, with the philosophy that boys love to read most when they are reading things they love. A former elementary school teacher, Jon lives in Brooklyn with his family. For more great books, more great facts, and more about your favorite authors, head over to www.guysread.com. You'll be glad you did.; Title: Guys Read: The Sports Pages | [
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2,871 | 2 | Gr 5-8Building on the success of Guys Write for Guys Read (Viking, 2005), Scieszka continues his mission to take the reluctant out of readers with this first volume of the Guys Read Library. For this title, Scieszka invited some of today's top writers of children's fiction to contribute a humorous short story. Not surprisingly, the resulting compilation has something for everyone. Looking for a story heavy on the ick-factor? Suggest Jack Gantos's The Bloody Souvenir, in which the Pagoda brothers return to wreak more havoc. David Yoo's A Fistful of Feathers features a bloodthirsty turkey intent on destroying the narrator's life. Eoin Colfer offers an autobiographical piece that shares how his younger brother was his real-life inspiration for Artemis Fowl. Kate DiCamillo and Scieszka team up to offer a hilarious correspondence between Joe and an author who knows how to hold her own with unmotivated students. While these shorter stories may not have the liveliness of the authors' full novels, each one is solid, and more importantly, it offers an introduction to that author's style and voice. Don't be surprised if students come seeking longer works by David Lubar, Christopher Paul Curtis, and other contributors after sampling them in this collection. Scieszka promises future volumes featuring other genres, among them nonfiction, sports, and action/adventure.Kim Dare, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Utterly dude worthy. (Kirkus Reviews)A must-have collection for the boys in your libraryand while youre at it, get a copy for the girls, too! (Booklist (starred review))Future volumes will cover such genres as nonfiction, science fiction, mystery, and sports. If theyre as good as this one, boys--and girls--are in for a treat. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))Funny Business, sets the bar high....Will have readers laughing as they turn the pages. (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)); Title: Guys Read: Funny Business | [
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2,872 | 0 | *Starred Review* After her father has been missing in action for nine years during the Vietnam War, 10-year-old H flees with her mother and three older brothers. Traveling first by boat, the family reaches a tent city in Guam, moves on to Florida, and is finally connected with sponsors in Alabama, where H finds refuge but also cruel rejection, especially from mean classmates. Based on Lais personal experience, this first novel captures a child-refugees struggle with rare honesty. Written in accessible, short free-verse poems, Hs immediate narrative describes her mistakesboth humorous and heartbreakingwith grammar, customs, and dress (she wears a flannel nightgown to school, for example); and readers will be moved by Hs sorrow as they recognize the anguish of being the outcast who spends lunchtime hiding in the bathroom. Eventually, H does get back at the sneering kids who bully her at school, and she finds help adjusting to her new life from a kind teacher who lost a son in Vietnam. The elemental details of Hs struggle dramatize a foreigners experience of alienation. And even as she begins to shape a new life, there is no easy comfort: her father is still gone. Grades 4-8. --Hazel RochmanOpen this book, read it slowly to savor the delicious language. This is a book that asks the reader to be careful, to pay attention, to sigh at the end. (Kathi Appelt, bestselling author of Newbery Honor Book The Underneath)Based in Lais personal experience, this first novel captures a childrefugees struggle with rare honesty. Written in accessible, short freeverse poems, Hs immediate narrative describes her mistakesboth humorous and heartbreaking; and readers will be moved by Hs sorrow as they recognize the anguish of being the outcast. (Booklist (starred review))The taut portrayal of Hs emotional life is especially poignant as she cycles from feeling smart in Vietnam to struggling in the States, and finally regains academic and social confidence. An incisive portrait of human resilience. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))An enlightening, poignant and unexpectedly funny novel in verse. In her not-to-be-missed debut, Lai evokes a distinct time and place and presents a complex, realistic heroine whom readers will recognize, even if they havent found themselves in a strange new country. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))American and Vietnamese characters alike leap to life through the voice and eyes of a tenyearold girla protagonist so strong, loving, and vivid I longed to hand her a wedge of freshly cut papaya. (Mitali Perkins, author of Bamboo People)Lais spare language captures the sensory disorientation of changing cultures as well as a refugees complex emotions and kaleidoscopic loyalties. (The Horn Book)Has voice is full of humor and hope. (School Library Journal (starred review))In this free-verse narrative, Lai is sparing in her details, painting big pictures with few words and evoking abundant visuals. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Told in compelling free verse. (Brightly); Title: Inside Out and Back Again | [
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2,873 | 2 | Refreshing, likable characters, an exciting rodeo and a history of the black cowboys combine to create a very special story. (Publishers Weekly)Mildred Pitts Walter is widely admired for her positive, realistic portraits of African-American family life. A former kindergarten teacher, she truly enjoys the company of children and relishes hearing what they have on their minds.Mrs. Walter has been honored with many awards during her long writing career, including the 1987 Coretta Scott King Award for justin and the best biscuits in the world and the 1993 Christopher Award for Nonfiction for mississippi challenge (Bradbury). Mildred Pitts Walter lives in Denver. In 1996 she was inducted into the Colorado Women's Hall of Fame.; Title: Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World | [
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2,874 | 2 | “Henkes knows that Alice, like many girls her age, carries plenty of things in her mind—and her heart—that she seldom speaks of. She mulls them over privately, and in Henkes’s hands, eloquently.” (New York Times)“Very few writers have such a keen understanding of the emotional lives of children; here Henkes is at the top of his game.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))“In this introspective story about a child’s search for a rare shell, Henkes again displays his ability to find profound meaning in ordinary events. . . . Readers will empathize with Alice’s frustrations and relish her moments of joy.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“With tender observations and sensory details, Henkes creates a memorable young individual whose arcadian growing up is authentic and pitch-perfect.” (Booklist (starred review))“Alice balances between familiarity and novelty, coziness and independence, self-centeredness and altruism—the balance beam of turning ten. . . . A fully realized, respectful portrait of a childhood milestone.” (The Horn Book)Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kitten’s First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors—one for Olive’s Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller—and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include Egg, Old Bear, A Good Day, Chrysanthemum, and the beloved Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin. www.kevinhenkes.com; Title: Junonia | [
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2,875 | 4 | Biggs has a cheery cartooning style thats reminiscent of R. Crumb and ideal for populating his oversized pages with a multitude of players and detail. With running visual jokes and mini-narratives adding to the fun, Biggs gives readers lots to take in and enjoy. (Publishers Weekly)In a visual feast for fans of wheeled vehicles large and small, Biggs presents a series of high-density street scenes done in an amiably rumpled cartoon style. A glory ride for young car, truck, train, bus and trolley devotees. (Kirkus Reviews)Fun and learning are ideally balanced in this engaging trek that will be revisited umpteen times before every tidbit of labeling, conversation, and oddity is discovered in this wealth of urban wheels. (School Library Journal)Once you embark on this wild interactive journey, dont expect to get home for quite a while. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Everything Goes: On Land is sort of the perfect gift book for a child, any child, regardless of a predisposition for vehicular transportation or not. (Betsy Bird, Fuse #8/SLJ blog)Everything Goes is a series of books written and illustrated by Brian Biggs. The first books in the series, Everything Goes: On Land and Everything Goes: In the Air, are a celebration of cars, trucks, motorcycles, planes, and other things that go!; Title: Everything Goes: On Land | [
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2,876 | 6 | Petunia decides she's more animal than girl (RARH!)...Simple illustrations convey a simple truth: children love to run wild!Paul Schmid's father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all artists. He is the author and illustrator of A Pet for Petunia, Petunia Goes Wild, and Hugs From Pearl and the illustrator of The Wonder Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. In 2010, Paul was awarded a monthlong fellowship with Maurice Sendak. He lives in Seattle with his wife, Linda, and their daughter, Anna.; Title: Petunia Goes Wild | [
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2,877 | 2 | Gr 4-7Given a class assignment to find a mystery and solve it, seventh-grader Bethesda Fielding sets out to discover the true identity and personality of Ms. Finkleman, her seemingly ordinary music teacher. The woman is so ordinary that she is practically invisible to students and staff alike. This changes when Bethesda unearths some 1990s rock music paraphernalia and puts the pieces together (so she thinks), to find that Ms. Finkleman used to be Little Miss Mystery, in the band The Red Herrings. Bethesda is in a quandary after the project becomes the school's obsession. There is a rock star among them and so the choral corral that Ms. Finkleman was planning for a multischool competition will now showcase rock and a performance by her, instead of the 16th-century English folk ballads she had hoped the students would deliver. It is safe to say that Ms. Finkleman shuns the sudden fame and the attention it garners her. This story is part mystery, part friendship novel, part school story. There are twists and turns, but what is most enjoyable is the effect that learning and playing rock music has on the teacher's students. Everyone seems to discover their true inner selves through music, and that includes the not-so-mysterious-after-all Ms. Finkleman.Tracy Karbel, Chicago Public Library(c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Ms. Finkleman, a mild-mannered Music Fundamentals teacher, is a completely anonymous figure at Mary Todd Lincoln Middle School. She is such a nonentity that ace student Bethesda Fielding determines there must be more to hera secret history that needs to be uncovered. When Bethesda discovers her teachers punk-music past, the repercussions are hilarious, revolutionary, and TWR (Totally Way Rock). Bethesda is a lovable nerd and heads a cast of characters who are clearly types yet still believable, and their dialogue is authentic. This title touches on intriguing issues about identity, the way teachers connect with their students, and second chances, all of which could open up lively discussions. This is also a just-plain-fun read that culminates in a wholly satisfying ending, and it will easily appeal to fans of Andrew Clements and Gordon Korman, as well as anyone who ever watched School of Rock or High School Musical and imagined putting on the best show ever. Grades 5-8. --Kara Dean; Title: The Secret Life of Ms. Finkleman | [
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2,878 | 13 | Chapter book readers will love this light-hearted story of a missing dance shoe, escaped pets and possible wicked step-sisters (Huffington Post Blog)In between tripping over abandoned shoes, chasing after escaped pets, and searching for lost belongings, Stephanie Barden wrote her first book, Cinderella Smith, which was followed by Cinderella Smith: The More the Merrier. The author teaches classes at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, where she lives with her husband, Tom; son, Joe; and eighty-pound lapdog, Otis.; Title: Cinderella Smith | [
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2,879 | 2 | Jon Scieszka is the National Ambassador for Children's Literature emeritus and the bestselling author of more than twenty-five books for kids, including The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales, Math Curse, Robot Zot!, and the Time Warp Trio series. Jon founded Guys Read to encourage a passion for reading among young boys, with the philosophy that boys love to read most when they are reading things they love. A former elementary school teacher, Jon lives in Brooklyn with his family. For more great books, more great facts, and more about your favorite authors, head over to www.guysread.com. You'll be glad you did.; Title: Guys Read: Thriller | [
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2,880 | 2 | Like a more impish version of Dr. Seusss Oh, the Places Youll Go! Gaimans book offers riddling advice that could be for young or old. (New York Times Book Review) Young readers should relish the chimerical vision while older Gaiman fans should grasp the underlying suggestion that the compass used to navigate fairy tales can also guide us in the real world (Publishers Weekly)A magical, incantatory poem. It could be instructions for a child, a writer, a newly minted adult or an elder. It strikes immediately at the place where stories live and provides a feast of archetypes. (Kirkus Reviews)Trust Dreams.Trust your heart, and trust your story.A renowned storyteller whose words have transported readers to magical realms and an acclaimed illustrator of lushly imagined fairy-tale landscapes guide a traveler safely through lands unknown and yet strangely familiar . . .. . . and home again.; Title: Instructions | [
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2,881 | 2 | Gr 4-8-This volume in the popular series does not disappoint. It focuses on science fiction and fantasy, and once again 10 of the best writers in the field contribute short stories. While appealing primarily to boys, girls who are fans of this genre will scoop it up as well. Highlights include Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson and the Singer of Apollo," Neal Shusterman's "The Dirt on Our Shoes," and a story from recently deceased Ray Bradbury, "Frost and Fire." All of the selections are worthy, making this anthology a must purchase. Other Worlds will fly off the shelves, validating Scieszka's notion that there are no "reluctant" readers, just picky ones.-Renee McGrath, Nassau Library System, Uniondale, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journal. LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Ten stories guaranteed to boldly take you where no reader has gone before, from the following earthlings (or so they claim):Tom AnglebergerRay BradburyShannon HaleD.J. MacHaleEric NylundKenneth OppelRick RiordanNeal ShustermanRebecca SteadShaun Tanwith illustrations by GregRuth; Title: Guys Read: Other Worlds | [
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2,882 | 2 | PRAISE FOR THE MYSTERY OF THE MISSING EVERYTHING: “Middle-school antics and general good humor will surely strike the right chord.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)“The plot moves along in humorous and engaging style. Winters differentiates his large cast of characters by providing insights into a variety of adolescent vulnerabilities, making this a case that will interest both solid and reluctant mystery readers.” (School Library Journal)“This zany sequel offers another fast-moving middle-school puzzler, lots of pre- and early teen humor and one relentless sleuth who’s willing to admit when she’s wrong. Fans will cheer more mystery and mayhem at Mary Todd Lincoln Middle School.” (Kirkus Reviews)“This is a just-plain-fun read that culminates in a wholly satisfying ending, and it will easily appeal to fans of Andrew Clements and Gordon Korman, as well as anyone who ever watched School of Rock or High School Musical and imagined putting on the best show ever.” (Booklist)Ben H. Winters is an author and educator who has written plays and musicals for children and adults, as well as several books in the bestselling Worst-Case Scenario Survival Guide series. He is also the author of The Secret Life of Ms. Finkleman, Bedbugs, and the parody novels Android Karenina and the bestselling Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters. He lives in Indianapolis.; Title: The Mystery of the Missing Everything | [
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2,883 | 2 | Nesbets first novel is an impressive achievement, its substance and style gracefully blended. Above all, Maya is a fully rounded, complex character, someone whose qualities and struggles are admirably and appealingly central to the fantasy. (The Horn Book)Blending elements of magic, science, and even horror with evocative prose and a confident narrative voice, Nesbet immerses readers in her contemporary Parisian setting. (Publishers Weekly)Nesbet has written a unique, interesting fantasy with just enough suspense to keep readers turning the pages long into the night. Fantasy readers of all ages, especially middle school students, will enjoy this story. (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA))Though its easy to generalize this as a coming-of-age tale, Nesbet more specifically pinpoints this as the story of a young girl coming to terms with mortality while realizing that finding her intrinsic worth makes her content and also inspires her appreciation of those around her. (Kirkus Reviews)This debut novel of intrigue, family betrayal and an unsolved case of missing children will grip readers from first page to last. Readers will be swept along by the novels swift pace and enjoy the mysterys unraveling with Maya and Valko as their companions. (Shelf Awareness)In her debut novel, Nesbet has crafted a carefully imagined, magical worldone that is shrouded in mystery and keeps the reader engaged and guessing. With imaginative alchemy, compelling action, and sensitive characterizations, this novel will undoubtedly win over fantasy fans. (Booklist)Nesbet plays on both the charm of her Parisian setting and the shadowy eeriness of a city steeped in history to create an alluring sense of place that envelops readers from the first page. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Maya is a fully realized character...and readers will be rooting for her to find her strengths and save the day. This unique fantasy will catch its audiences attention and leave them thinking about time, families, and immortality. (School Library Journal)On their first day in Paris, Maya and her little brother, James, find themselves caught up in some very old magic. Houses with bronze salamanders for door handles, statues that look too much like Maya's own worried face, a man wearing sunglasses to hide his radiant purple eyes . . . nothing is what it seems.; Title: The Cabinet of Earths | [
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2,884 | 7 | Set sail on the Dawn Treader! A Narnia adventure for beginning readers! When Edmund, Lucy, and their cousin Eustace are pulled into Narnia through a painting, they find themselves aboard the Dawn Treader, the ship of their friend King Caspian. Together, they must travel by sea to find and rescue the seven lost lords, good men whom Caspian's evil uncle Miraz banished when he usurped the throne. Let the journey begin! With simple text and photo stills from the movie on every page, this I Can Read book is the perfect choice for young Narnia fans!Clive Staples Lewis (1898-1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably the most influential Christian writer of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English literature at Oxford University until 1954, when he was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance English at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. His major contributions in literary criticism, children's literature, fantasy literature, and popular theology brought him international renown and acclaim. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include, The Chronicles of Narnia, Out of the Silent Planet, The Four Loves, The Screwtape Letters, and Mere Christianity. Visit the C.S. Lewis website at www.cslewis.com.; Title: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader: Quest for the Lost Lords (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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2,885 | 2 | ★ “A suspenseful, surprising novel of friendship and family from the creator of the popular Clementine series.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))★ “Beautifully evoked, the novel’s Cape Cod setting plays a focal role in this richly layered tale of loss, resiliency, and belonging.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))“Pennypacker is a Beverly Cleary-caliber girl-whisperer; she can weave a yarn both funny and touching, with all the beloved, timeworn themes at the ready: friendship, family, loyalty, loss and independence.” (New York Times Book Review)“Pennypacker’s marvelously tactile writing animates Stella’s narration and brings both engaging, resilient, and resourceful characters to life.” (School Library Journal)“Sara Pennypacker, author of the beloved Clementine series for younger readers, tells the story of two opposites who must find a way to work together to survive. While the situation may be extreme, young readers will relate to the challenges of having to work with people completely different from you.” (Brightly)Stella loves living with Great-aunt Louise in her big old house near the water on Cape Cod for many reasons, but mostly because Louise likes routine as much as she does, something Stella appreciates since her mom is, well, kind of unreliable. So while Mom "finds herself," Stella fantasizes that someday she'll come back to the Cape and settle down. The only obstacle to her plan? Angel, the foster kid Louise has taken in. Angel couldn't be less like her name—she's tough and prickly, and the girls hardly speak to each other.But when tragedy unexpectedly strikes, Stella and Angel are forced to rely on each other to survive, and they learn that they are stronger together than they could have imagined. And over the course of the summer they discover the one thing they do have in common: dreams of finally belonging to a real family.; Title: Summer of the Gypsy Moths | [
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2,886 | 7 | All aboard! Meet the characters on the Dawn Treader in this new Narnia I Can Read! Welcome aboard the Dawn Treader, the royal vessel of King Caspian! Meet our faithful captain, Lord Drinian, and first mate Master Rhince. King Caspian himself is also on deck with Edmund and Lucy Pevensie, their conceited cousin Eustace Scrubb, and Sir Reepicheep, the bravest and noblest of all mice. With simple text and photo stills from the movie on every page, this I Can Read book is the perfect introduction to all the characters in C. S. Lewis's The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.Clive Staples Lewis (1898-1963) was one of the intellectual giants of the twentieth century and arguably the most influential Christian writer of his day. He was a Fellow and Tutor in English literature at Oxford University until 1954, when he was unanimously elected to the Chair of Medieval and Renaissance English at Cambridge University, a position he held until his retirement. His major contributions in literary criticism, children's literature, fantasy literature, and popular theology brought him international renown and acclaim. He wrote more than thirty books, allowing him to reach a vast audience, and his works continue to attract thousands of new readers every year. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include, The Chronicles of Narnia, Out of the Silent Planet, The Four Loves, The Screwtape Letters, and Mere Christianity. Visit the C.S. Lewis website at www.cslewis.com.; Title: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader: Aboard the Dawn Treader (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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2,887 | 2 | Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: My Weirder School #4: Mr. Burke Is Berserk! | [
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2,888 | 2 | My Weirder School weirder than ever!Mr. Harrison, the tech guy at Ella Mentry School, can fix anything: computers, phones, pencil sharpeners. He can also build anything, like a solar-powered umbrella. What a nerd! But when the power goes out in the school, everyone is yelling and screaming and freaking out in the dark. Can Mr. Harrison save the day?Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: Mr. Harrison Is Embarrassin'! (My Weirder School, Book 2) | [
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2,889 | 1 | Enthusiastic and single-minded, Petunia makes delightful company; kids will recognize themselves and clamor for rereads. --Publishers Weekly"A simple, beguiling story greatly enhanced by pictures by an artist with a superb eye for line & composition. Bravo Paul!" --Maurice Sendak "...made me laugh out loud - Petunia's smile is infectious & the denouement is spot on." --Nancy PearlThe illustrations leave much white space for Petunia's personality to soar. ...expressive charcoal-rendered lines coupled with accents of purple watercolor suit the story well and add to its sophistication.--Starred review,School Library Journal...Matches a charming girl named Petunia with a thoroughly inappropriate pet...Paul Schmid is the author and illustrator of A Pet for Petunia and Hugs from Pearl. In 2010, he was awarded a month long fellowship with Maurice Sendak. Paul lives in Seattle with his wife, Linda, and their daughter, Anna. You can visit him online at paulschmidbooks.com.; Title: A Pet for Petunia | [
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2,890 | 2 | My Weirder School weirder than ever!The third grade has won a weird contest, so they get to go on a field trip to the zoo. That's how they meet Miss Child, the weirdest zookeeper in the history of the world. She thinks animals are smarter than people! She thinks elephants can paint pictures! She keeps snakes in her pockets for fun! Guess who's going to wind up in a cage with a lion?Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: Miss Child Has Gone Wild! (My Weirder School, Book 1) | [
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2,891 | 2 | “Parish has turned the clock back, making Amelia Bedelia young again and giving a new generation of readers the opportunity to enjoy her humor and self-confidence.” (Kirkus Reviews)Amelia Bedelia is sure she will love everything about the field trip to the farm.Collecting eggsMilking a cowRiding a tractorPlanting seedsThe picnic lunchAmelia Bedelia can't wait.What could be better?A class field trip!Hooray for school!Hooray for the farm!; Title: Amelia Bedelia's First Field Trip | [
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2,892 | 2 | My Weirder School weirder than ever!Its Career Day at Ella Mentry School! Mrs. Lilly is a reporter for the local paper. Shes going to come help the kids make their own newspaper, all about the school. What will happen when A.J. and the gang become investigative reporters? Whos going to get fired? Whos going to end up in jail?Dan Gutman is the New York Times bestselling author of the Genius Files series; the Baseball Card Adventure series, which has sold more than 1.5 million copies around the world; and the My Weird School series, which has sold more than 12 million copies. Thanks to his many fans who voted in their classrooms, Dan has received nineteen state book awards and ninety-two state book award nominations. He lives in New York City with his wife, Nina. You can visit him online at www.dangutman.com.; Title: Mrs. Lilly Is Silly! (My Weirder School #3) | [
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2,893 | 2 | Praise for HARRY AND HORSIE: “Young boys and space adventurers will adore this captivating, exuberant, and contagious tale.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Praise for HARRY AND HORSIE: “With dashing visuals that capture Harry’s deep-space adventure with verve to spare, and a comforting resolution, this has potential to be a bedtime favorite.” (ALA Booklist)Praise for HARRY AND HORSIE: “A delightful story with even more delightful illustrations. Agnew’s art is wonderfully retro-modern - like what the future looked like in, say, comic books of the ‘50s.” (New York Post)Agnew’s high-energy, retro look makes a dashing complement to Van Camp’s hyperpowered flight of fancy. (Booklist)Katie Van Camp is a former dancer who, at the age of eighteen, moved to Shanghai, China, to open a ballet school and teach kindergarten. A few years later she headed to New York to work as an au pair for a little boy named Harry (and his best friend, Horsie), who inspired her to write both Cookiebot! and her first picture book, Harry and Horsie. Katie is now back in Asia, writing and teaching. She currently calls Tokyo home.; Title: CookieBot! (Harry and Horsie Adventures) | [
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2,894 | 2 | Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of Russell the Sheep; Russell and the Lost Treasure; Russells Christmas Magic; Splat the Cat; Love, Splat; Merry Christmas, Splat; and Scaredy-Cat, Splat! His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist. You can visit Rob Scotton online at www.robscotton.com.; Title: Splat the Cat: Splat the Cat Sings Flat (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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2,895 | 1 | Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of Russell the Sheep; Russell and the Lost Treasure; Russells Christmas Magic; Splat the Cat; Love, Splat; Merry Christmas, Splat; and Scaredy-Cat, Splat! His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist. You can visit Rob Scotton online at www.robscotton.com.; Title: Splat Says Thank You! (Splat the Cat) | [
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2,896 | 1 | It's Valentine's Day, and Splat and his friends want to give Mrs. Wimpydimple something special. Lift the flaps to find out whatand reveal hidden holiday surprises!Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of Russell the Sheep; Russell and the Lost Treasure; Russells Christmas Magic; Splat the Cat; Love, Splat; Merry Christmas, Splat; and Scaredy-Cat, Splat! His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist. You can visit Rob Scotton online at www.robscotton.com.; Title: Splat the Cat: Funny Valentine | [
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2,897 | 1 | Splat the Cat celebrates Halloween in this fun lift-the-flap book!When Seymour gets lost in a haunted house, its up to Splat and Spike to come to his rescue. Explore the house with your favorite kooky cats as they uncover each new spooky surprise!Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator of Russell the Sheep; Russell and the Lost Treasure; Russells Christmas Magic; Splat the Cat; Love, Splat; Merry Christmas, Splat; and Scaredy-Cat, Splat! His work can also be found on greeting cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery, and glassware. An honors graduate of Leicester Polytechnic, Rob now lives in Rutland, England, with his wife, Liz, who is also an artist. You can visit Rob Scotton online at www.robscotton.com.; Title: Splat the Cat: What Was That? | [
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2,898 | 2 | Product DescriptionTrue: Delly Pattison likes surpresents (presents that are a surprise). The day the Boyds come to town, Delly's sure a special surpresent is on its way. But lately, everything that she thinks will be good and fun turns into trouble. She's never needed a surpresent more than now.True: Brud Kinney wants to play basketball like nothing anybody's ever seen. When the Boyds arrive, though, Brud meets someone who plays like nothing he's ever seen.True: Ferris Boyd isn't like anyone Delly or Brud have ever met. Ferris is a real mysturiosity (an extremely curious mystery).True: Katherine Hannigan's first novel since her acclaimed Ida B is a compelling look at the ways friendships and truths are discovered.It's all true ( sort of).Q: In your debut novel Ida B, Ida B declares, There is never enough time for fun. I suspect Delly, your protagonist in True (Sort Of) would say the same thingexcept fun for Miss Pattison often leads to trouble. What draws you to such fun-loving characters such as these two?Hannigan: First, theres this: In my experience, most children expect life to be fun, and they are constantly on the prowl for it. Delly and Ida B are just experts at finding it.But theres this, too: When Im writing a story, I spend a long, long time with the charactersIda B took one and a half years to write, True (Sort Of) took longer. So if Im going to spend that much time with somebody, she has to be fun.And finally, theres this: Life can be tough, and there are some tough times in these stories. Fun helps temper the tough times. A lot.Q: Ida B was written in first-person, but in True (Sort Of) you write from a third-person-omniscient perspectiveand on top of that youre focusing on two characters, Delly and Brud. How was the experience of writing this time around different from writing Ida B? Hannigan: Theres something wonderful about writing in the first personknowing a character so completely, and seeing the world through her eyes and with her heart (especially if shes someone like Ida B). Theres a real flow to the plot, too, when Im only considering one characters point of view. But thats the limitation of writing in the first personthe world is only as big as that characters perception.The great thing about writing a story in the third person is that the world is as big as you want it to be. You can go wherever any of the characters go, you can understand what any of them is feeling. The hard thing about that, though, is it can get pretty complicated. In True, I wanted the reader to know a town, and lots of the people in it. I especially wanted the reader to know four kids: Delly, Brud, RB, and Ferris Boyd. And I wanted to show how the four of them, with all their troubles and their talents, could come to be friends and sort of save one another. To do that really well, I needed to write True in the third person. It was harder than writing in first person, and it sure took longer, but it was worth it.Q: In both novels, a favorite teacher plays a significant role in the course of the storyoffering wisdom and encouragement at important times. Is there a teacher from elementary school that filled that role for you?Hannigan: I write about great teachers like Ms. Washington (in Ida B) and Lionel Terwilliger (in True) because I know how important teachers are. On any weekday, many children will spend more time with their teacher than with their parents. And so much learning is happening in schoolnot just cognitive or motor stuff, but social and ethical stuff, too. When a teachers really good, kids are learning things like how to be decent people, how to do the right thing after doing lots of wrongs, and how to help one another be their best. Not all the teachers in my stories are great, or even good. I focus on the wonderful ones, though, because thats what Id wish for every kid, every day.I also write about teachers like Ms. Washington and Lionel Terwilliger because while Im writing, I get to spend time with them, and they are wonderful to be around. Thats one of the gifts of writing.Q: You dont shy away from tough issues (abuse, cancer) in your novels. Do you ever struggle with how to approach such troublesome issues for a younger audience?Hannigan: Not really. Maybe because I dont see them as issues. I see them as hard things that have happened to lots of people, including me and the folks I know. I realize that kids have hard things happen in their lives all the time.What I am careful about is making sure that my characters reactions to difficulties are genuine. They all struggle, and handle things imperfectly, just like me and everybody I know. But they all have hearts that help them figure out whats right and good, as I believe we all do. And Im careful to surround all the hard times with humor and with love, because I think thats what saves us.Life is beautiful and wonderful and amazing. And sometimes its awful and ugly. In my stories, I hope Im showing kids (and maybe grownups, too) some of the ways we can be more aware of the wonderful, and come away from the awful better than we were before.Q: In Dellys world a surpresent is a present that is a surprise (the best ever, she says). What would be your best surpresent ever?Hannigan: Well, I was going to answer, My cats, because there are five of them, and all of them started as strays. So they were all surprises, and they are all presents (although sometimes I wonder about Tinken, who is 3/4 cat and 1/4 hellion). But I think the best surpresent ever was learning that I could write stories, because I didnt know that until I was almost 40-years-old. Then I wrote Ida B and it was one of the best times of my life. So that was a great and wonderful surprise.Katherine Hannigan studied mathematics, painting, and studio art and has worked as the education coordinator for a Head Start program and, most recently, as an assistant professor of art and design. She is the author of True (. . . Sort Of), Emmaline and the Bunny, and the national bestseller Ida B . . . and Her Plans to Maximize Fun, Avoid Disaster, and (Possibly) Save the World. She lives in Iowa with a bunch of cats and the occasional bunny or bird visitor. Her backyard hosts an additional array of creatures, including deer, raccoons, possums, and sometimes a skunk. But no alligators . . . yet!; Title: True (. . . Sort Of) | [
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2,899 | 2 | Jane OConnor is an editor at a major publishing house who has written more than seventy books for children, including the New York Times bestselling Fancy Nancy series. She resides (thats fancy for lives) with her family in New York City.; Title: Fancy Nancy's Gloriously Gigantic Sticker-tivity Book | [
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