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3,900 | 2 | It's a weird Halloween spooktacular!From a school secretary with a haunted house to a teaching assistant who might be a vampire, A.J. and the gang from Ella Mentry School have had some weird and wacky Halloween nights. But it's no trick: you can find all three Halloween adventures in this one great box, including My Weird School Special: It's Halloween, I'm Turning Green!, which features thirty-two pages of bonus trivia, puzzles, and games!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 Weird School Halloween 3-Book Box Set | [
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3,901 | 2 | Motherhood has rarely been summed up so succinctly or so well. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))In this beautiful celebration of motherhood, the universal message of unconditional love for a child shines through. Laurenne Sala's heartwarming text, accompanied by Robin Preiss Glasser's charming illustrations, creates a firsthand look at the powerful bond between mother and child from pregnancy to birth and beyond.; Title: You Made Me a Mother | [
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3,902 | 2 | Join Lennon and Maisy Stella, stars of the hit show Nashville, in their first-ever picture book sing-along adventure.It's the perfect day for fun in the sun as the girls prepare to set off for a sandy paradise. With boogie boards in tow and homemade lemonade in hand, they are off to splash the day away.Grab your ol' flip-flops and your sunblock, too, and sing along with Lennon and Maisy in their debut original picture book and song.Lennon and Maisy Stella star in the hit television show Nashville. Born in Ontario, Canada, the sisters now reside in Nashville, Tennessee, with their parents, MaryLynne and Brad Stella (of the country music duo the Stellas). Though Lennon and Maisy have already scored a Top 40 hit with their rendition of "Ho Hey" by the Lumineers, "In the Waves" is their first released original song.; Title: In the Waves | [
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3,903 | 0 | Batman battles the dark forces of Gotham City night after night. With Commissioner Gordon and Robin by his side, Batman stops the slickest of tricksters and the grimiest evildoers. In this collection of 12 action-packed stories, the World's Greatest Detective takes on the Joker, Penguin, Catwoman, and more! With 5 minutes of awesome adventure in each story, perfect for reading aloud, there's always time to serve up some justice!HarperCollins Publishers is a proud supporter of First Book, a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to give children from low-income families the opportunity to read and own their own new books. The primary goal of First Book is to work with existing literacy programs to distribute new books to children who, for economic reasons, have little or no access to books. In this way, First Book effectively leverages the heroic efforts of local tutoring, mentoring, and family literacy organizations as they work to reach children who need help the most. First Book distributes millions of books to hundreds of thousands of children nationwide each year. For more information on First Book, please visit www.firstbook.org.; Title: Batman Classic: 5-Minute Batman Stories | [
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3,904 | 13 | Kit and Buzz are BSFsBest Skunks Forever.Every day they rock out together. But when Kit wants to sing a song about skating and Buzz wants to sing a song about painting, the BSFs get into a HUGE fight!They try to hum, drum, and strum on their own, but it's all wrong.Will Kit and Buzz find a way to make up?Join these two rockin' punk skunks in a fun story about friendship.Dig it!Rock on!Trisha Speed Shaskan has an MFA in creative writing. Trisha has been an educator, bookseller, and has worked in a library. For fun, she loves playing the drums with her husband, Stephen, who plays guitar. Their love of music inspired this book.; Title: Punk Skunks | [
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3,905 | 2 | A boy and his dogNothing exciting ever happened to Henry Hugginsuntil the day that a dog named Ribsy walked into his life. From then on out, it's been one silly escapade after another. Whether taking a thrilling ride in a police car or going overboard on a fishing trip, Henry and Ribsy are inseparable. Relatable, inspiring, and downright hilarious, Henry and Ribsy's stories have entertained children worldwide for decades. Enjoy their most amusing adventures, now in a box set for the first time ever!Beverly 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 Henry and Ribsy Box Set: Henry Huggins, Henry and Ribsy, Ribsy | [
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3,906 | 13 | A sweet sibling outing, in both senses of the word. (Kirkus Reviews)A must-have for easy reader, maker, and picture book collections (School Library Journal)Praise for LOUISE LOVES ANDIE: Visually sophisticated in a totally accessible way (Kirkus Reviews)Praise for LOUISE LOVES ART: Lightis a confident visual storyteller with a gentle sense of comic timing (Publishers Weekly)Praise for LOUISE LOVES ART: Budding artists, those not only crazy for art but who have their eyes and heart open, will find a muse and a collaborator. (School Library Journal)Praise for LOUISE LOVES ART: A fresh and bright sibling tale...Cheerfully art-ful. (Kirkus Reviews)Kelly Light is an author and illustrator who now lives in New York but grew up down the shore in New Jersey surrounded by giant pink dinosaurs, cotton candy colors, and Skee-Ball sounds. She was schooled on Saturday-morning cartoons and Sunday funny pages. She picked up a pencil, started drawing, and never stopped. She has illustrated two chapter book series: Elvis and the Underdogs by Jenny Lee, and the Quirks by Erin Soderberg. She is the author-illustrator of Louise Loves Art and Louise and Andie.Find her online at www.kellylight.com.; Title: Louise Loves Bake Sales (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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3,907 | 15 | K-Gr 2Kuefler answers the age-old question, "What lies beneath?" in this tale of transformation and wonder. Ernest D. is a curious boy living in an ordinary house. He is also in need of something fun to do. So one day, he decides to explore the depths of his pond. His unsuccessful attempts to plumb it using a stick, a fishing pole, and a stone lead him to conclude that his pond must be bottomless. Thrilled by this realization, he gathers exploration gear and dives in with his dog. At first, they are met with familiar pond lifefish and frogsbut soon some unexpected discoveries reveal themselves: squid, sharks, and sunken treasures. Eventually, Ernest surfaces into a fantastical world. Here dinosaurs roam the Earth with squirrels, monkeys, and a mouse riding a miniature unicorn. Then these joyous sights give way to scary shadows, bats, and monsters. In a scene reminiscent of Sendak's Max and his Wild Things, Ernest D. bravely banishes the brutes and is rewarded with a magnificent rainbow sunrise. Now completely satisfied with his "exceptional" discovery, he swims back to his end of the pond, where his house and all that surround it no longer seem ordinary at all. Ernest D.'s change in perception is reflected in color and detail. In the beginning, his world is empty and gray. Upon his return, light and life abound. Kuefler uses a combination of mixed media and photographed textures in his digital illustrations on heavy matte paper to create a nearly tangible reading experience. VERDICT Fans of Mac Barnett's Sam and Dave Dig a Hole (Candlewick, 2014), visionaries, and adventurers alike will appreciate this imaginative offering.Lynn Van Auken, Oak Bluffs School, Oak Bluffs, MAA witty, auspicious debut[with] echoes of Jon Klassen and Wes Anderson. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))[A] tale of transformation and wonderreminiscent of Sendaks Max and his Wild Things. (School Library Journal)This lovely picture book is a tribute to imagination and the wonder in everyday spaceswill resonate with young readers (Booklist); Title: Beyond the Pond | [
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3,908 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2An intrepid chicken and her hungry pig pal set off on an imaginary adventure. After some planning, Zoey, a take-charge hen sporting an aviator hat and goggles, decides it's time to travel into outer space. She asks the other farm animals to come along, but only Sam the pig takes her up on the offer, though what he really wants is a pie. To every argument brought up by naysayers, Zoey finds a positive angle. When Pip the mouse warns that the trip might be dangerous, Zoey confidently responds, "Not dangerous. an adventure!" When Clara the cow points out that Zoey doesn't have a ship, the determined chicken declares, "Not a problem!. an opportunity!" Finally, Sam and Zoey lift off (in a basket tied to a large bunch of balloons) and sail high over the farm. Though readers will clearly see that the pair are barely above the treetopscertainly not in spacethey'll appreciate Zoey's penchant for make-believe. According to Zoey, a baseball whizzing by is an asteroid, a kite is a comet, and a flock of birds is an alien attack. Though hesitant initially, Sam eventually embraces the pretend adventure andonce they're both safely back on the groundrelays the exciting events to their farm friends. Young kids will be inspired by Zoey's can-do attitude and outsize imagination. Kober's digital illustrations feature softly shaded farm scenes with cartoon-style characters whose facial expressions and body language add humor. Creative design and placement of text, such as a gigantic "CRASH!" that appears behind the characters on their way down to Earth, create drama and make for a lively read-aloud. VERDICT A fun story for inspiring positive thinking, problem-solving, and old-fashioned imaginative play. A fine purchase for picture book collections, especially those in need of kindergarten read-alouds.Kiera Parrott, School Library JournalZoey isnt like the other chickens.When she has a dream, she always finds a way to make it come true.Climb aboard the spaceship with Zoey and her best pig, Sam, as they set off on an out-of-this-world adventure! Because anything is possible when you have friends, snacks, and a great imagination.; Title: Chicken in Space | [
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3,909 | 2 | The kitties on the bus say,"Come on, Pete!Come on, Pete!Come on, Pete!"The kitties on the bus say,"Come on, Pete!Hop on board!"Pete the Cat can't wait to take the school bus all the way to school! Everyone's favorite cat is groovier than ever in this way-cool adaptation of the classic kids' song "The Wheels on the Bus"!James Deans art has sold in more than ninety galleries and shops across the United States. He has devoted his paintings to Pete the Cat for fifteen years and has turned his natural love for cats into his lifes work. James published his first adult book, The Misadventures of Pete the Cat, a history of his artwork, in 2006. He illustrated his first self-published childrens book, Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, in 2008, and the follow-up book, Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes, in 2011. James lives in Savannah, Georgia, with his wife, four cats, and one dog. You can visit him online at www.petethecat.com.; Title: Pete the Cat: The Wheels on the Bus Board Book | [
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3,910 | 2 | Caleb Krisp lives in an abandoned cottage deep in the woods. For many years he has devoted himself to writing about a twelve-year-old lady's maid of no importance. His only communication with the outside world is via Morse code or kettledrum.; Title: Bring Me the Head of Ivy Pocket | [
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3,911 | 0 | Jeff Brown created the beloved character of Flat Stanley as a bedtime story for his sons. He has written other outrageous books about the Lambchop family, including Flat Stanley, Stanley and the Magic Lamp, Invisible Stanley, Stanleys Christmas Adventure, Stanley in Space, and Stanley, Flat Again! You can learn more about Jeff Brown and Flat Stanley at www.flatstanleybooks.com.; Title: Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #13: The Midnight Ride of Flat Revere | [
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3,912 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2Officer Panda sets out from the police station on his bicycle and encounters enormous fingerprints imbedded into the illustrations of haystacks, trees, clouds, animals, the moon, and even in his house. He is perplexed as to where they have come from, but possibly not as perplexed as readers will be when he turns face-out and accuses viewers of having left the prints strewn about the book. This, frankly, makes no sense, as readers are clearly not responsible. Fingerprints could well make interesting illustration elements, but they cannot carry a nonsensical plot premise to a satisfying conclusion. VERDICT A set of fingerprints does not a mystery make.Miriam Lang Budin, Chappaqua Library, NYHello, I'm Officer Panda.I've noticed some strange fingerprints in my neighborhood.Have you seen anything unusual?Can you please help me solve this case?; Title: Officer Panda: Fingerprint Detective | [
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3,913 | 13 | PreS-Gr 2In this beautifully illustrated picture book, children are introduced to the idea that wild things should be wild. Readers follow the title character, Swatch, as she catches and tames hues. With surrealist imagery and swirling colors, the artwork draws readers in. The message underlying the stunning images asks kids to consider how we should treat wild things. While the text is at times moralizing, the balance of the overall work is excellent. The pace at which the story unfolds is quick enough to keep children's attention while slow enough to beg the pondering of the work's larger themes. The high-quality value and gradation of the color pull children into Swatch's world. While the text at times seems to jump across the page, it generally adds to the tone. This is also a wonderful choice for vocabulary building. The composition and flow allow the pictures to shine, while gently pushing readers forward. VERDICT The gorgeous illustrations are enough to recommend this title, but the sweet message makes it a must-read; a great read-aloud.Lauren Lancaster, Crafton Public Library, Pittsburgh“The gorgeous illustrations are enough to recommend this title, but the sweet message makes it a must-read; a great read-aloud.” (School Library Journal)“Denos’ text is fierce and crisp, her color-characters wondrous...spellbinding.” (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Praise for JUST BEING AUDREY: “Denos’ soft pastel illustrations cut just the right Audrey outline (complete with flapping neck scarf), and fans will especially enjoy picking out the movie roles depicted in a two-page spread of costumes.” (Booklist)Praise for JUST BEING AUDREY: “Audrey Hepburn proves as irresistible a character in the pages of a children’s book as she is in those soigné roles of the silver screen.” (Publishers Weekly); Title: Swatch: The Girl Who Loved Color | [
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3,914 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2In Otter's latest escapade, a visit from the Easter Bunny prompts a lesson on sharing. When Otter discovers the bounty she's been left, she's ecstaticchocolate eggs, jelly beans, a chocolate bunny, and more. Otter Keeper encourages his ward to share the wealth with her stuffed bear, giraffe, and pig, but Otter can't bring herself to part with her goodies. After gorging on her candies, Otter nurses a stomachache and grapples with feelings of guilt. However, with a little help from Otter Keeper, the intrepid little creature soon makes things right. Garton has presented another absolutely charming installment in the series. Otter is entirely relatable to children: though she's always well-meaning, mischief has a way of finding her. Her whimsical, chipper perspective infuses the text with life ("But sharing is very hard. Because eating chocolate is very easy."). The digitally rendered illustrations have an appealing softness to them, from pudgy Otter to the brightly colored toys and objects in the household. As in previous titles, there's plenty of humor that results from the contrast between Otter's upbeat, child-centric narration and the actual events depicted (for instance, during the egg hunt that Otter organizes, the sentence, "Teddy found an egg under the bucket" is paired with an image of Otter uncovering the egg while holding her floppy stuffed bear). VERDICT Another delightful romp with Otter. Purchase where there are fans of the series or where materials on Easter or sharing are needed.Mahnaz Dar, School Library JournalGartons dry humor and carefully detailed scenes offer delights throughout, from the bunny-shaped pancake breakfast-prepared by the ever-patient Otter Keeper-that the chocolate-smeared Otter cant stomach, to the egg hunt Otter organizes for her friends, a lush backyard garden scene thats basically a gift to readers. (Publishers Weekly)Another delightful romp with Otter. Purchase where there are fans of the series or where materials on Easter or sharing are needed. (School Library Journal); Title: Otter Loves Easter! | [
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3,915 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Zoey, the chicken with a big heart and a bigger imagination; her friend Sam the pig; and their other barnyard friends, Clara the cow, Henry the dog, and Pip the mouse are back in this follow up to Chicken in Space. This time, snack-obsessed Sam dreams of going to school, largely because "There are snacks at school." Zoey, being the good and loyal friend she is, sets off to make Sam's dream happen. She sets up the barn as a classroomand proves to be a great teacher. After building a fort out of books, drawing pictures with crayons, and a quick math lesson from Clara, Zoey finally presents Sam with the pie he's been seeking all day. When Sam is asked which part of school he liked best he answers, "Everything! Because I was with you." To which Zoey responds, "If you thought that was fun, wait until you try recess." Kober's softly hued illustrations add humor through the facial expressions and expertly capture the specific personalities of each barnyard character, carried over from the previous book as well. This is sweet tale of friendship, school and appreciating your friendsquirks and all. VERDICT Give to fans of the first installment or youngsters with first-time or back-to-school jitters. This works well as a read-aloud or one-on-one.Megan Kilgallen, Packer Collegiate Institute, BrooklynHumor abounds in the appealing digital art… The short text makes this a good readaloud for prospective students, who will learn there’s more to school than snacks. (Booklist); Title: Chicken in School | [
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3,916 | 2 | Krisps sharp, fresh dialogue and the action-packed illustrations keep the story light and funny. Fans of . . . Lemony Snickets A Series of Unfortunate Events will love Ivy Pockets zany adventures.School Library Journal (School Library Journal)[Readers] will enjoy the ride, transported by Ivys amusing narration and Cantinis expressive, stylized drawings . . . A droll chapter book with a Victorian setting and a one-of-a-kind protagonist. (ALA Booklist)Ivy is hilarious. (Kirkus Reviews)Theres reward here in the period backdrop (Ivy begins in Paris, where her mistress disappears, and then returns to England) and in the Snickety self-awareness . . . A plucky orphan whos too big for her britches, and . . . ghosts, visions, and other supernatural elements. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Caleb Krisp lives in an abandoned cottage deep in the woods. For many years he has devoted himself to writing about a twelve-year-old lady's maid of no importance. His only communication with the outside world is via Morse code or kettledrum.; Title: Anyone but Ivy Pocket | [
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3,917 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1In this rhyming metafictional bedtime story, a blue monster dad puts his pink pajamaclad monster child to sleep by reading a book about how other monsters get ready for bed. Bigfoot cuddles with a "wooby," aliens have pillow fights, a dragon "talks and talks," Nessie "gets a drinkthen gets a drinkthen gets a drink." Each monster's description is followed by a lulling refrain of "even [name of the monster] needs to sleep." Finally, Dad checks under the bed "for YOU" and the little monster falls asleep, cozy in bedor so it seems! Van Dusen's vivacious gouache illustrations offer plenty of playful details that enliven Wheeler's sedate versedragon parents mournfully look at their talkative offspring, one of the Billy Goats Gruff reads a story to the boy troll, a giant clutches a tiny teddy bear. The story really begins on the wraparound cover that features the kid monster running from the dad monster, continues to the recto and verso where the little monster hides behind the curtains and then gets dragged off to bed, then finally shows the little monster tiptoeing away once again on the endpapers. VERDICT A fun and relatable bedtime romp that will hopefully inspire kids to fall asleep and stay asleep, unlike its mischievous protagonist.Yelena Alekseyeva-Popova, formerly at Chappaqua Library, NY“A worthy addition to the large canon of monster bedtime books.” (Booklist); Title: Even Monsters Need to Sleep | [
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3,918 | 2 | Gr 46In this sequel to Anyone but Ivy Pocket, Ivy's life has taken a turn for the macabre. Not only has she been recently adopted by a pair of shady coffin makers, she is also seeing ghosts on the streets of Victorian London. Ivy learns her recently deceased friend Rebecca is not actually dead; rather, she's stuck in a limbolike world that happens to be just around the corner. Ever dauntless, Ivy magics her way into this world, only to discover she's fallen into a nefarious trap. If that weren't enough adventure, she has also been enlisted by a pretty stranger to find her missing brother. Krisp takes his time to weave these seemingly disparate mysteries together, and their progress can sometimes sag with the book's hefty page count. However, this story is chock-full of ridiculous pratfalls and thrilling escapes, sure to leave any reader eager to persevere. Observant readers may well anticipate the perils around each corner Ivy turns, but that will not detract from their enjoyment of watching her fall straight down to the bottom. VERDICT The brash and riotous character of Ivy will delight readers through another grippingand laugh-out-loudadventure.Anna Murphy, Berkeley Carroll School Library, BrooklynEveryones favorite maid of mass destruction is back, so baddies beware! Krispss writing also proves to be as hilarious as ever After this book, readers will demand to know more about Ivys background, even as they clamor for her next outing. Please, nobody stop Ivy Pocket. (Kirkus Reviews)The writing has moments of brilliance and plenty of entertainment value. Dauntless, ruthless, and clueless (a dangerous combination), Ivy ricochets from one escape to the next in book two of the Ivy Pocket series. (Booklist)This story is chock-full of ridiculous pratfalls and thrilling escapes, sure to leave any reader eager to persevere. The brash and riotous character of Ivy will delight readers through another gripping and laugh-out-loud adventure. (School Library Journal); Title: Somebody Stop Ivy Pocket | [
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3,919 | 2 | Sam Garton began writing and illustrating stories about Otter and her world on the blog I Am Otter: The Unheard Ramblings of a Modern Day Domestic Otter in 2009. He lives in London. He met a real otter once. It bit him.You can visit Otter at www.iamotter.co.uk.; Title: Otter: Hello, Sea Friends! (My First I Can Read) | [
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3,920 | 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 Weird School Goes to the Museum (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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3,921 | 2 | Gr 46Twelve-year-old orphan maid Ivy Pocket is the unlikely (and deliberately unlikable) heroine embroiled in this quirky, supernatural mystery. The story begins when she is fired for submerging her employer's head in a bowl of fruit punch to cure her "brain fever." With only a single pound in her pocket, Ivy soon accepts a high-paying mission from a strange duchessshe must travel across the sea to deliver a necklace to a spoiled heiress. The necklace possesses magical powers and is highly sought after, putting Ivy through a series of madcap catastrophes. Her impulsivity and delusional hubris lead her to make one regrettable decision after the next. Ivy is superficial, judgmental, and rude; mature readers who are able to avoid taking her literally will appreciate the humor and Krisp's ironic tone. The Victorian English setting is conspicuously old-fashioned, but Krisp's sharp, fresh dialogue and the action-packed illustrations keep the story light and funny. VERDICT Fans of the irony, mild violence, and conspiracies found in Lemony Snickett's "A Series of Unfortunate Events" (HarperCollins) will love Ivy Pocket's zany adventures.Anna Murphy, Berkeley Carroll School, Brooklyn, NYKrisps sharp, fresh dialogue and the action-packed illustrations keep the story light and funny. Fans of . . . Lemony Snickets A Series of Unfortunate Events will love Ivy Pockets zany adventures.School Library Journal (School Library Journal)[Readers] will enjoy the ride, transported by Ivys amusing narration and Cantinis expressive, stylized drawings . . . A droll chapter book with a Victorian setting and a one-of-a-kind protagonist. (ALA Booklist)Ivy is hilarious. (Kirkus Reviews)Theres reward here in the period backdrop (Ivy begins in Paris, where her mistress disappears, and then returns to England) and in the Snickety self-awareness . . . A plucky orphan whos too big for her britches, and . . . ghosts, visions, and other supernatural elements. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books); Title: Anyone but Ivy Pocket | [
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3,922 | 2 | With lots of word repetition and adorable accompanying illustrations, this title is perfect for newly independent readers, who will thoroughly enjoy decoding the text in this otterly irresistible story. (School Library Journal)Sam Garton began writing and illustrating stories about Otter and her world on the blog I Am Otter: The Unheard Ramblings of a Modern Day Domestic Otter in 2009. He lives in London. He met a real otter once. It bit him.You can visit Otter at www.iamotter.co.uk.; Title: Otter: The Best Job Ever! (My First I Can Read) | [
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3,923 | 0 | The stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all around the world for over 50 years."Now, promise me you will write," Aunt Lucy said."I promise to write as soon as I get the chance," said the bear.Ever since Paddington arrived in England, he has shared his adventures with his aunt Lucy back in Peru. From meeting the Browns to discovering the sights and sounds of London, his letters tell the story of a kind-hearted bear discovering a whole new lifetold with love, from Paddington.Michael Bond began chronicling Paddingtons adventures in his first book, A Bear Called Paddington, published in 1958. Fortunately, bears dont need much encouragement, and Paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and many other projects written for the young at heart.; Title: Love from Paddington | [
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3,924 | 2 | Sam Garton began writing and illustrating stories about Otter and her world on the blog I Am Otter: The Unheard Ramblings of a Modern Day Domestic Otter in 2009. He lives in London. He met a real otter once. It bit him.You can visit Otter at www.iamotter.co.uk.; Title: Otter: Let's Go Swimming! (My First I Can Read) | [
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3,925 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Otter throws herself into preparing for Halloween with the same zest with which she approached starting her own restaurant and blasting off into space. Stuffed toys in tow, she helps Otter Keeper pick out a pumpkin, decorates the house, and designs costumes for herself and her plush pals. Everyone's all set to pass out candy to trick-or-treaters, but the visitors' costumes prove a little overwhelming for Otter, who takes shelter under the bed. Otter Keeper soothes the intrepid heroine, and all is well in the end. The first-person narration of the endearingly self-assured Otter, as she delegates responsibilities to Otter Keeper and takes it upon herself to put everything in order for Halloween (with predictably messy results), is as hilarious as ever. With a bright but gentle palette and soft, rounded shapes, Garton's digitally created cartoon images are a winning mixture of humor and tenderness. Otter is a rambunctious and comical character, and parents and kids alike will giggle at the know-it-all animal's exploits, but they'll also sympathize with her fearand smile knowingly at her insistence that it's not her but her stuffed toy Pig who's in fact afraid. The Otter tales are simple, yet through the adorable antics and fun, Garton demonstrates a deep understanding of how children think and feel. VERDICT Another wonderful outing with Otter, this latest is also a great way to encourage youngsters who are nervous about celebrating Halloween to get excited about the holiday.Mahnaz Dar, School Library JournalThe joyful chaos of everyday life with a child (or otter) permeates Gartons cartoons and should keep kids laughing from start to finish. (Publishers Weekly)Another wonderful outing with Otter, this latest is also a great way to encourage youngsters who are nervous about celebrating Halloween to get excited about the holiday. (School Library Journal); Title: Otter Loves Halloween! | [
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3,926 | 2 | “Otter’s knack for getting into trouble will amuse younger children, while simple sentences make the book perfect practice for older kids who are learning to read.” (Parents magazine)“A delightful addition to early reader shelves.” (School Library Journal)Hi! I am Otter.Teddy and I love to play in the garden. But when we get dirty, we have to do something we do not love at all: take a bath! Otter Keeper says bath time is fun, but we are not so sure. . . .; Title: Otter: Oh No, Bath Time! (My First I Can Read) | [
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3,927 | 1 | PreS-Gr 1In this read-alike for Penny Dale's Dinosaur Zoom, former police officer Crowley chronicles a case tackled by the intrepid Officer Panda. There are mysterious packages, confetti on a runway, and even a balloon that he must chase down in his helicopter, all while readers and the officer wonder what the clues will add up to (surprise! It's Panda's birthday). The brightly colored mixed-media cartoons are mediocre, but they are complemented by endpapers showing a cartoon version of a helicopter with its parts labeled, which is a plus in a book for young readers. VERDICT Not an essential purchase, but the surprise birthday party element makes the book a good follow-up to Dinosaur Zoom, and the police activity creates a winner for children who like the TV show PAW Patrol.Henrietta Verma, National Information Standards Organization, BaltimoreOfficer Panda is ready for takeoff!I found some strange clues in my neighborhood, but theyve gone missing. Will you please help me find them so we can solve the case?; Title: Officer Panda: Sky Detective | [
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3,928 | 2 | With an engaging protagonist, a fast-moving story, important themes subtly conveyed, and touches of humor, this is a richly layered story that will have wide appeal. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review)) Nellas growing awareness of endings and beginnings, the meaning of friendship, and the power of choices combine to create an unsettling, compelling, and heartwarming tale. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))A complex and rich tale, one that will have readers pondering, along with Nella, lifes big questions. (Horn Book Magazine)Springstubb admirably takes on a sensitive and difficult contemporary American issue. Sure to spark discussion in classrooms and book clubs. (School Library Journal)Rich in complex issues that include caring for the elderly, the problems of friendship, and the role of God in everyday life. (Booklist)Tricia Springstubb is the author of the acclaimed middle grade novels What Happened on Fox Street and Mo Wren, Lost and Found as well as the picture book Phoebe & Digger. The mother of three grown daughters, she lives with her husband and cats in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. You can visit her online at www.triciaspringstubb.com.; Title: Every Single Second | [
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3,929 | 0 | In this book, a boy named Nathaniel loves dragons—a ton! So he sends them an email and says, just for fun,Dear dragons from Mars, I think you’re the best! Would you like to see Earth and stay here as my guest?Will the dragons receive it? Do you think they’ll reply? And what if the dragons decide to stop by . . . Deborah Aronson is a writer of stories in rhyme. She is the author of Dragons from Mars and Where’s My Tushy? Deborah is a retired social worker and lives with her husband in Michigan.; Title: Dragons from Mars | [
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3,930 | 6 | EMPATHY; PATIENCEWaiting further cements Henkess place alongside picture book legends like Margaret Wise Brown, Crockett Johnson, and Ruth Krauss, through his lyrical text, uncluttered yet wondrously expressive illustrations, and utmost respect for the emotional life of young children. (School Library Journal (starred review))The story is all about quietly filling in the gaps...the protagonists contentment with just waiting is contagious. Waiting as a joyful activity in itself is almost never celebrated; this Zen-like meditation might win some converts. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Henkes provides no deep meanings and sends no messages; hes just showing what waiting can be like. Perhaps listeners will find a model for making long waits seem less tiresome: be still and notice the world around you. (Horn Book (starred review))Enigmatic, lovely . . . intriguing and inimitable. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))Quiet yet evocative, this is a lovely melding of artwork, design, and text... Little ones, to whom each experience is new, will know what its like to dream and wait. (Booklist (starred review))Kevin Henkes, who both illustrates and writes with a gentle and elegant style, creates an appealing cast of toys to get at the concept of waiting-a tough one to convey to a child. Calming in a way that emphasizes the theme of patience. (New York Times Book Review, Editors Choice)In his illustrations, Mr. Henkes uses soft nursery shades of pink, greenish-blue and chocolate brown on a creamy background to convey a feeling of such safety and contentment as to beguile even the most irritable adult tooth-gnasher. (Wall Street Journal)With economy, humor and warmth, Waiting quietly bridges reality and imagination, indoors and out, constancy and change, now and what comes next. (San Francisco Chronicle)Kevin Henkes is the stealthiest master of kids lit around. (Boston Globe)Waiting is a microcosm: five sentient toys on a windowsill. The picture book is visual elegant and nostalgicThe design, illustrations, and text of Waiting are exquisitely choreographed, each decision made with great care. They are waiting, just waiting. And somethings bound to happen. (Shelf Awareness); Title: Waiting | [
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3,931 | 2 | PreS-KA bright, adjective-laden work that will appeal to toddlers and preschoolers. Every day, Bill, a tugboat, pushes his friend Mabel, a barge loaded with gravel, up and down the Hudson. Mabel's hull has seen better days, but she's "loyal and brave" and does her job well. Bill and Mabel make a happy duo until some big, shiny new ships float by and disparage Mabel's appearance. Mabel pretends not to notice, but it's clear that she is affected by their unkind words. Mabel and Bill prove, however, that appearances mean nothing when they rescue a kitten who falls into the water (the snobby ships won't deign to help). When the tug and barge are hailed as heroes, the ships wish out loud that they were more like the pair. Brill's text contains rich vocabulary (Bill's captain is either "sunny or sour," depending on the day; the ships are "haughty and vain") and is filled with boat-related terms that serve to paint a vivid picture. So, too, do Carpenter's retro, flat illustrations, which are mostly done in primary colors, with occasional touches of green, black, and gray. VERDICT This delightful tale will be a hit in storytime and in one-on-one readings with young transportation fans.Mary Kuehner, Arapahoe Library District, COSure to be a favorite with young listeners, this warm and comforting selection, eminently suitable for bedtime or laptime reading, has the feeling of a classic to be savored....An old-fashioned story with timeless appeal. (Kirkus Reviews)Carpenters doughty, expressive protagonists will instantly remind readers of their own beloved bathtub toys, and his bold graphics and schoolroom palette tip their hat to the legacy of tugboat stories that have come before. (Publishers Weekly)Alliteration and playful descriptors further add to its read-aloud appeal. An uplifting story sure to tug heartstrings. (Booklist)This delightful tale will be a hit in storytime and in one-on-one readings with young transportation fans. (School Library Journal); Title: Tugboat Bill and the River Rescue | [
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3,932 | 2 | “Zany humor is Gutman’s strong suit, and Paillot’s colorful digital illustrations amplify the fun.” (Booklist)“New readers who are eager to tackle the same books as their older siblings will particularly appreciate this title. It will make a solid addition to children’s collections and serve as an introduction to the well-known chapter book series.” (School Library Journal)Mr. Cooper’s class is having a talent show. But A.J. has a problem—he doesn’t have a talent! What will he do when the big day comes?; Title: My Weird School: Talent Show Mix-Up (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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3,933 | 2 | Gr 46Eleven-year-old Toby Montrose has been shunted from one relative to another in the three years since his parents disappeared. Now, he's at the last stop before the orphanage: Uncle Gabriel, who lives on the city's famed Detectives' Row. Unfortunately, the city of Colebridge has more detectives than crime, and only Hugh Abernathy, the World's Greatest Detective, is making any money. When Abernathy announces a detectives' competition in a country house, Toby is sure it's the answer to their financial problems, but because of an old feud with Abernathy, Uncle Gabriel refuses to participate. Toby hatches a plan to get into the house party himself, hoping to solve the case on his own. When Abernathy is unexpectedly found murdered, Toby must team up with Ivy Webster, daughter of the family who own the country house and a fellow aspiring detective, to get to the bottom of the mystery. Readers who enjoy classic tales of detection complete with chemical experiments, disguises, interrogations, and surprising revelations will relish this story. Carlson expertly evokes a Sherlockian atmosphere and drops just enough clues to keep readers guessing. Hand this book to fans of Blue Balliett and Trenton Lee Stewart. VERDICT For general purchase, especially where mysteries are in demand.Misti Tidman, Mansfield/Richland County Public Library, OHToby is an instantly endearing lead, and the fictional world of Colebridge, with its sleuthing population, crimes, and Detectives Row, is sure to captivate readers. The witty dialogue, clever characters, and twists and turns are sure to keep young sleuths riveted. A dream come true for young mystery fans. (Booklist (starred review))Readers who enjoy classic tales of detection complete with chemical experiments, disguises, interrogations, and surprising revelations will relish this story. Carlson expertly evokes a Sherlockian atmosphere and drops just enough clues to keep readers guessing. Hand this book to fans of Blue Balliett and Trenton Lee Stewart. (School Library Journal); Title: The World's Greatest Detective | [
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3,934 | 2 | Jeff Brown created the beloved character of Flat Stanley as a bedtime story for his sons. He has written other outrageous books about the Lambchop family, including Flat Stanley, Stanley and the Magic Lamp, Invisible Stanley, Stanley’s Christmas Adventure, Stanley in Space, and Stanley, Flat Again! You can learn more about Jeff Brown and Flat Stanley at www.flatstanleybooks.com.; Title: Flat Stanley and the Lost Treasure (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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3,935 | 0 | A combustive delight. Fans of Snicket-ian gloom will revel in the thrill. Dastardly, heroic, and powerful roles are played by both sexes, but this tale is well-populated by members of the not-so-weaker sex who are ready to throw a punch. Piracy, pyrotechnics, prisonprodigious. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))This is a fast paced, story-driven novel that never feels like the second book in a trilogy. Ruby is a complex character rocked back and forth with her differing emotions. ...The novel ends on a cliffhanger ensuring fans will return for the final book of Rubys journey. (School Library Journal)Davis stays true to form in this incendiary sequel. Adventure is on every page, from ship fires to spy training...Readers who loved the first book will dig into this one, and new converts will reach for both, eager for the coming third. (Booklist)A Riddle In Ruby has everything you could possibly want from a story: clever heroes, fiendish villains, startling plot twists, pirates, thieves, swashbuckling, adventure, action, mayhem - and plenty of humor. This is an exceptionally enjoyable, incredibly original series.- (Stuart Gibbs, author of the New York Times-bestselling Spy School saga)Ruby Teach is a prisoner.To save her friends and family, she bargained with the terrifying captain of the kings elite guard. Now shes locked away in a fortress, training to become their greatest weapon. And the guards foremost alchemist is putting her through endless experiments to find the secret in her bloodthe secret that could turn the tides of the coming war.She has no idea where her friends are. They dont know where she is.But they are desperate to rescue her. Athena, Cram, and Henry must evade mercenaries close on their trail, dangerous wild beasts, and the perils of the wilderness itself to find the one person who can locate Rubyher mother. Yet no one has seen the mysterious, powerful woman since Rubys birth.Time is running short. War is looming. Will this motley band of friends rescue one another, or lose everything?; Title: A Riddle in Ruby #2: The Changer's Key | [
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3,936 | 2 | “Everyone’s favorite maid of mass destruction is back, so baddies beware! …Krisps’s writing also proves to be as hilarious as ever …After this book, readers will demand to know more about Ivy’s background, even as they clamor for her next outing. Please, nobody stop Ivy Pocket.” (Kirkus Reviews)“The writing has moments of brilliance and plenty of entertainment value. Dauntless, ruthless, and clueless (a dangerous combination), Ivy ricochets from one escape to the next in book two of the Ivy Pocket series.” (Booklist)“This story is chock-full of ridiculous pratfalls and thrilling escapes, sure to leave any reader eager to persevere. …The brash and riotous character of Ivy will delight readers through another gripping and laugh-out-loud adventure.” (School Library Journal)Caleb Krisp lives in an abandoned cottage deep in the woods. For many years he has devoted himself to writing about a twelve-year-old lady's maid of no importance. His only communication with the outside world is via Morse code or kettledrum.; Title: Somebody Stop Ivy Pocket | [
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3,937 | 0 | Gr 46In this alternative history adventure, the year is 1718, and colonial Philadelphia is governed by Chemystry: a blend of magic, science, and mysticism. Boston is part of the Bradfordum Colony and "Philadephi" is part of Pennswood. Slightly steampunk elements, like "gearbeasties" and automatons that look like mice, are sneakily included in a narrative that races pell-mell through adventures that would be thrilling in any world. Aruba, better known as Ruby, is the daughter of Wayland Teach, the captain of a ship full of sailors who pretend to be a pirates for the entertainment of passengersthough they may be actual pirates after all. What is real and what is pretense is a theme that runs throughout this book. Ruby's gradual understanding of why everyone is chasing her and who her real allies are is topped only by the intriguing revelations that continually astonish, such as the configuration of Philadelphi: it has a lid on its "under town" that extends across the city and the "upper town" is built above the lid, which darkens and keeps out light below. Spunky and savvy, Ruby follows her mentor Gwath's maxims, which inevitably lead her from peril to temporary respite, only to be followed by even worse peril. VERDICT The world-building is fascinating, the characters entertaining, and a sequel is assured by a cliff-hanger. Good fun!Carol A. Edwards, Denver Public Library, COThis tale of revolutionary intent, self-discovery, and double-crossing cross-dressing is worth the trip. Sailors seeking espionage and a cast of characters who cant sit still should embark on this series maiden voyage. (Kirkus Reviews)The world-building is fascinating, the characters entertaining, and a sequel is assured by a cliffhanger. Good fun! (School Library Journal)Davis debut novel promises adventure, magic, mystery, and alchemy, all of which it gleefully provides. Middlegrade readers will love the magic of the Chemystral Age and will surely be on the hook for the next two books. (ALA Booklist)Its worth suspending disbelief to enjoy following this intrepid heroine and her companions, who are full of surprises themselves, on their swashbuckling journey. (Publishers Weekly)Bound from one danger to the next with Ruby and pals, narrowly escaping bloodthirsty mechanical dogs; a terrifying, maniacal scarred man; and a haughty master of chemystry (to name just a few) Readers will happily jump on board the promised sequel. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)A Riddle In Ruby has everything you could possibly want from a story: clever heroes, fiendish villains, startling plot twists, pirates, thieves, swashbuckling, adventure, action, mayhem - and plenty of humor. This is an exceptionally enjoyable, incredibly original series.- (Stuart Gibbs, author of the New York Times-bestselling Spy School saga); Title: A Riddle in Ruby | [
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3,938 | 12 | PreS-Gr 2Rat-a-tat-tat! Make way for Joshua James and his tool belt and hard hat! In this lighthearted and innovative story, Joshua (aka Mr. Fix-It) tinkers with broken household items and manages a checklist on his clipboard. One day, he tries to concoct a mechanism that dumps his sister's smelly diapers from the house into the outdoor garbage can. Once his plan is in place, the wheels start turning and the Fix-It Man is on the case. Two silly critters, assumed to be household pets, dillydally across each page either assisting the children or taking part in mischievous activities, which adds even more humor. Some of the content is displayed in comic book layout, along with some catchy onomatopoeia to grab readers' attention. Joshua's contraptions are each illustrated in a sequential order of lettered parts that could help children follow along with the mechanics of inventive construction. The children and animals are drawn with cartoonlike characteristics, such as oversize heads and squat legs, while watercolor and ink illustrations cover each spread. The subjects of brothers and sisters and apologies are explored as the story progresses, demonstrating what can go wrong when things don't go as planned. VERDICT Pair with Andrea Beaty's Ada Twist, Scientist for a terrific session on the trial and error of tinkering and problem-solving. A recommended general purchase.Krista Welz, North Bergen High School, NJ“The brief text is in a jaunty rhyming format, and its enthusiasm is mirrored in the illustrations....This will have broad appeal.” (Booklist)“Pair with Andrea Beaty’s Ada Twist, Scientist for a terrific session on the trial and error of tinkering and problem-solving. A recommended general purchase.” (School Library Journal); Title: The Fix-It Man | [
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3,939 | 11 | PreS-Gr 2When Penguin Blue's new kite catches a strong wind, he calls to friends Jeff and Flo for help, but soon all three are aloft. Wilbur the seal and, perplexingly, a polar bear named Clive attempt to reel in the penguins only to find themselves swept away with the others. Crash-landing in the jungle, they find that the novelty of a new environment momentarily distracts them from the uncomfortable heat, but it's not long before these polar animals are piling into Clive's inflatable raft, rigging up some leaves and vines as a sail, and, with a whoosh of air from an obliging elephant, sailing back to their icy home. Biddulph's digital illustrations use clean lines and generous white space to establish an icy setting in shades of blue that contrasts nicely with the greens and yellows of the busy jungle spreads. Plenty of fun background moments, including a whale school bus and a monkey stowaway, will keep young audiences engaged, and the droll, expressionless characters add an additional element of humor. A few continuity issues mar the otherwise excellent artkite strings and washing lines end abruptly, and there is no indication of how Wilbur gets from the ice to the sky. The text struggles with a rhythm that often feels forced and rhymes, such as fear and idea, that don't quite work. Some readers may also wonder what a polar bear and penguins are doing in the same hemisphere. Overall, the appealing illustrations but weak text make this an additional purchase for larger libraries.Chelsea Couillard-Smith, Sacramento Public Library, CAA windy day.A brand-new kite.For Penguin Bluea maiden flight.This penguin's travels will thrill and delight. . . .Come on an unexpected journey with a fearless blue penguin and meet the friends he makes along the way.A brilliantly captivating and gloriously illustrated story about good ideas, homesickness, and the perils of kites from sparkling new talent Rob Biddulph.; Title: Blown Away | [
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3,940 | 11 | PreS-Gr 2Out in the forest, it's once again time for the Best Bear in the Wood contest. Fred, a grizzly with a three-year winning streak, excels in all of the eventsfish catching, hula-hooping, and scaring humans. His terrific GRRRRR of a growl, however, is gold medal plus. Fred trains hard, wins, and has a wall full of medals to show for it. But this year, Fred has some competition from a newcomer, Boris, who sports a mustache and glasses on his large blue frame. His GRRRRR is reportedly the loudest ever. But he seems rather sneaky and has been seen around Fred's cave at night. Soon it's the morning of the contest, and there is trouble for Fred. He has lost his roar. Luckily, his animal friendsOwl, Raccoon, Eagle, Beaver, and othersjoin the search for it. Alas, they do not find his roar before the start of the competition. Boris is a worthy opponent, and he and Fred are tied going into the final event of the day. Boris scores a 10, but without a GRRRRR, Fred stands a good chance of losing. So, all his friends line up and produce the loudest GRRRRR for him that they can. They are so loud, it causes Boris to jump, and out of his sweater falls Fred's GRRRRR. A repentant Boris admits that he's new and he just wanted some friends. "I hoped that if people thought I was a winner, then maybe, sometimes, they might come around for dinner." Fred forgives him and suggests that they be friends, and gives Boriswhat else?a bear hug. Biddulph's artwork was created with pencil, digital devices, and software. The nonproportional and cartoonish animals lighten the mood and add to the humor. The overall impression is upbeat. VERDICT Not the most original concept, and the plot is rather predictable. However, the message in this rhyming tale about friendship and acceptance is sweet and endearing; this title should find an appreciative audience.Roxanne Burg, Orange County Public Library, CAIt is the clever, small touches rather than the often used theme...that mark this story a cut above the typical. (Kirkus Reviews)...the message in this rhyming tale about friendship and acceptance is sweet and endearing. (School Library Journal); Title: The Grizzly Bear Who Lost His GRRRRR! | [
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3,941 | 3 | K-Gr 2The second mystery featuring the boy detective with a pie-chart body is built around shape concepts. When Margot's hat disappears, she asks Charlie and his dog assistant Watson to discover its whereabouts. Their school-wide search for a cone-shaped hat sets up opportunities to introduce and compare cylinders, spheres, and other shapes. Most of the geometry information is woven fairly seamlessly into the mystery plot. A ring of purple sparkly paint, for example, is a key clue but also demonstrates that the bottom of a cone is a circle. The backgrounds of several scenes are peppered with a variety of shapes that catch the eye and support the theme; a few of them are even clues. The mystery is not especially compelling, and the geometry content is strictly introductory, but the combination works pretty well. Retro-style illustrations lend a slightly goofy tone, adding just the right touch of humor to the otherwise straightforward narrative. Observant readers will notice visual hints about where the hat might be; even the dog figures it out before Charlie. A final scene reveals that the principal's hat has also been missing, prompting readers to trace backward to find out how it wound up on Watson's head. Two simple projects at the end have instructions for creating a hat and a rocket; both items tie in neatly to the story and to the featured shape of the cone. VERDICT A good choice for libraries in need of more STEM-related materials.Steven Engelfried, Wilsonville Public Library, ORPraise for CHARLIE PIECHART AND THE CASE OF THE MISSING PIZZA SLICE: A lighthearted tone and newcomer Comstocks playful graphics, which have a weathered, retro quality, make the lesson go down as easy as pie. (Publishers Weekly)Praise for CHARLIE PIECHART AND THE CASE OF THE MISSING PIZZA SLICE: Debut illustrator Comstocks digital artwork is a retro-modern throwback. Kids will have fun following Charlie as he solves the mystery and reinforce their fraction skills along the way. (Kirkus Reviews); Title: Charlie Piechart and the Case of the Missing Hat | [
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3,942 | 0 | Get ready for loads of adventure with the first four books in the Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures series! Whether visiting Mount Rushmore, digging for ancient artifacts in Egypt, seeing a movie star ninja in Japan, or skiing in Canada, Stanley always has fun with family and friends wherever he goes.Jeff Brown created the beloved character of Flat Stanley as a bedtime story for his sons. He has written other outrageous books about the Lambchop family, including Flat Stanley, Stanley and the Magic Lamp, Invisible Stanley, Stanley’s Christmas Adventure, Stanley in Space, and Stanley, Flat Again! You can learn more about Jeff Brown and Flat Stanley at www.flatstanleybooks.com.; Title: Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures #1-4 Box Set | [
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3,943 | 1 | A refreshing princess book that puts kissing in its place and rejoices in childhood idylls. (Kirkus Reviews)Veronica Bartles grew up in Wyoming and currently lives in Maryland with her family. As the second of eight children and the mother of four, Veronica is no stranger to the ups and downs of sibling relationships. She uses this insight to write stories about siblings who mostly love each other, even while they're driving one another crazy. When Veronica's not writing or lost in the pages of her newest favorite book, she enjoys creating delicious desserts, exploring new places, and knitting with recycled materials.; Title: The Princess and the Frogs | [
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3,944 | 13 | K-Gr 4In this unique picture book biography of the late folk musician and activist, the text is written as lyrics to a ballad. Decemberists singer/songwriter Meloy, author of the "Wildwood" series, writes of the musical legend in a style similar to Seeger's own rambling verse. In the manner of a tall tale he is described as a "Hammer bringer! River singer! Sailing soldier, lean bell ringer." While much of the text flows smoothly in this lyrical style, there are a few forced-rhymes, as well as moments where it feels more Seussian than folk song. McClure's artwork complements the subject with her signature style of impeccable and fluid cut paper. The vignettes capture Seeger's likeness and character, and are based on historical photographs and film. The cut paper is nearly all black and white; the only color is a mustard-gold that serves as the titular thread weaving its way through the illustrations as a representation of music and often containing written song lyrics. This title covers much of Seeger's long life, including his activism, musical career, blacklisting, and family. However, because of the limitations of 48 pages written in rhyming stanzas, Meloy does not go into great detail, making the book better for casual reading than information-gathering. (The reference to Goodnight Irene in the main text doesn't mention that this song was originally written by Lead Belly, though he is referenced in the illustrations, and referred to in the time line.) Additionally, while the back matter lists extensive recommended listening, no further reading is included, the bibliography only referring to two adult biographies. VERDICT This thoughtful and exquisitely-illustrated tribute to Pete Seeger comes on the tails of two more comprehensive picture book biographies, Leda Schubert's Listen and Susanna Reich's Stand Up and Sing. Purchase for larger collections or where Pete Seeger is a popular subject.Clara Hendricks, Cambridge Public Library, MA[A] gorgeous, emotionally expansive book. Meloy hails his hero in emphatic, lyric-like poetry. The dynamic spreads evoke both the historic heft of vintage newspaper photography and the soaring beauty of righteous, joyous song. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))Meloy honors the long career of this remarkable activist in words that sing and soar in joyful homage. Positively joyous. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Meloys ode to Pete Seeger celebrates his life as a performer, songwriter, union organizer, civil rights advocate, ship builder, sailor, carpenter, and environmentalist. This makes a good introduction to Seeger and his many contributions to American music. (Booklist)In this unique picture book biography of the late folk musician and activist, the text is written as lyrics to a ballad. McClures artwork complements the subject with her signature style of impeccable and fluid cut paper. [A] thoughtful and exquisitely-illustrated tribute to Pete Seeger. (School Library Journal)Praise for THE WILDWOOD CHRONICLES: A richly satisfying weave of reality and fantasy. (New York Times Book Review)Praise for THE WILDWOOD CHRONICLES: Meloys debut is the kind of delicate, elaborate fantasy that is so well versed in classic Narnian tropes that it is destined to be enthusiastically embraced. (ALA Booklist *starred review*)Praise for THE WILDWOOD CHRONICLES: Meloy has an immediately recognizable verbal style and creates a fully realized fantasy world. Elliss illustrations perfectly capture the original world and contribute to the feel of an instant timeless classic. (School Library Journal (starred review))Praise for THE WILDWOOD CHRONICLES: Meloys storytelling skills, honed on his epic ballads for The Decemberists, translate well to prose. Elliss precise, detailed style evokes a folksy charm that is just right for the overgrown natural world of Wildwood and its inhabitants. (The Atlantic)Praise for THE WILDWOOD CHRONICLES: This book is like the wild, strange forest it describes. It is full of suspense and danger and frightening things the world has never seen, and once I stepped inside I never wanted to leave. (Lemony Snicket)Praise for THE WILDWOOD CHRONICLES: Wildwood is an irresistible, atmospheric adventure - richly imagined and richly rewarding. (Trenton Lee Stewart); Title: The Golden Thread: A Song for Pete Seeger | [
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3,945 | 2 | Nate Ball is the host of the Emmy and Peabody award-winning PBS reality shows Design Squad and Design Squad Nation. An MIT graduate with a masters in mechanical engineering, Nate is also the cofounder of Atlas Devices, a two-time All-American pole-vaulter, and a competitive beatboxer. He lives with his wife in Cambridge, Massachusetts.; Title: Alien in My Pocket #7: Telescope Troubles | [
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3,946 | 0 | When you have a pair of warm mittens and a great imagination, a snowy day is an invitation to explore and have fun. Will Zoey the daring chicken and Sam the loyal pig make it to the North Pole?Adam Lehrhaupt is an award-winning author who has traveled to six continents, performed on Broadway, and lived on a communal farm. Adam currently lives near Philadelphia with his wife, sons, and two crazy dogs. Visit him at www.adamlehrhaupt.com.; Title: Chicken in Mittens (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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3,947 | 2 | Gr 58Maggie's friendship with Allie and Emily is not the only thing coming to an end. This is the last year Odawahoka Middle School will be in existence, and this year's sixth grade is the final class. Classrooms have been shuttered, programs have been suspended, and labs have been locked up tight. As Maggie's old friends are finding different interests, new girl Lena appears. Lena is a self-possessed artist, into photography and the Dada movement. She is very un-Odawahoka, and she has decided that she is going to be Maggie's best friend. The problem is that Maggie is harboring some secrets and she needs to decide how much she is going to let Lena know; she's often the one left taking care of her cranky grandfather, her mom disappears into her room at night with a bottle in hand, Maggie is maintaining a secret website selling vintage autoparts, and there is her late father's Hacker Bible. Before he died, her father was a brilliant engineer who pulled off epic hacks with aplomb, and Maggie is determined to follow in his footsteps and make this last year at Odawahoka Middle School memorable for her classmates. As controlled chaos seems to reign beneath the crumbling roof of their middle school, both girls discover more about friendship, family, school spirit, and themselves than they imagined. VERDICT This pitch-perfect start to a new series captures the power dynamics between adults and children and allows for the realization that everyone has a story worth hearing.Stacy Dillon, LREI, New York CityCaptures the power dynamics between adults and children and allows for the realization that everyone has a story worth hearing. (School Library Journal (starred review))Full of unapologetic girl power and complete with appended activities based on Maggies interest in physics and Lenas in Dadaism, [Nothing But Trouble] might especially appeal to lonely studious-and-creative types, with its reassurance that theyre not as alone as they may think. (Horn Book Magazine)A vividly realized present-day setting, distinctive, believable characters, subversive humor, and satisfying ending give this title solid kid appeal. (Kirkus Reviews)The storys high entertainment value is balanced by more serious moments. (Publishers Weekly)The more strong and independent female characters in middle grade the better. Readers are going to fall in love with Maggie and Lena... Jaqueline Davies has done it again: fascinating characters, a page turner, surprising twists and turns! NOTHING BUT TROUBLE is a winner. (Colby Sharp, Nerdy Book Club)Friendship and family fun plus lots of humor make this a real page-turner. Maggie and Lena might be Trouble with a capital T, but theyve got enough heart and moxie to change the world! (Bestselling Author Suzanne Selfors)Spearheaded by a couple of singular, funny, and complicated characters with a penchant for hacking, this a beautifully and quietly emotional story of the bravery in seeking your own voice and the triumph of connection. I cant wait to see what comes next for Maggie and Lena. Mus, sum! (Naphtali Faris, Mid-Continent Public Library)A sublimely subversive story of two resourceful girls hacking their way through sixth grade and discovering one of those extraordinary friendships that turn your world upside down and end up fundamentally changing you from the inside out forever. (Katie Bruce, Youth Services Librarian at the Princeton Public Library); Title: Nothing but Trouble | [
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3,948 | 2 | Tia Mowry-Hardrict & Tamera Mowry-Housley have been in the public eye for over twenty years, beginning with their hit ABC/WB show Sister, Sister. They’ve starred in Disney Channel’s original movies Twitches and Twitches Too as well as the Style Network’s #1 reality series, Tia & Tamera. Tia was the lead of The CW/BET’s show The Game and can most recently be seen starring in and producing the Nickelodeon series Instant Mom and on Cooking Channel’s show Tia Mowry at Home. Tamera is currently a host and producer of the hit daytime talk show The Real, which airs on FOX, and starred in the Lifetime series Strong Medicine. Tia and Tamera reside in Los Angeles with their families.; Title: Twintuition: Double Dare | [
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3,949 | 2 | Gr 58Seventh grader Callie faces many struggles: a recently unemployed father, a bullied younger brother, a rift with an old friend, a failing grade in history, and an expensive concert ticket for which she is expected to pay. Despite all this, Callie works to stay upbeat. One morning she goes to her grandmother's apartment, where she discovers magazines from 1986. Callie skips a day at her elite New York City prep school and goes to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where she meets Cassius, a young unschooled boy who she later learns has Best disease. As Callie continues to skip school for the next three days, she becomes aware of old family conflicts and prejudices, which her grandmother avoids discussing by spending time with a neighbor who collects memorabilia from the 1980s and lives in apartment 1986. The events of the week culminate when Callie must choose between taking placement tests for her school and answering a call for help from Cassius. Papademetriou's latest title is about doing the right thing and deciding what is most important in the face of being torn between two loved ones. She also touches on issues of homophobia, bullying, financial turmoil, and pressure to excel academically. Since Callie does have a problem with lying, she is not always a reliable narrator. While initially not every story line seems interconnected and at times the plot is busy, everything ties together in the end to portray satisfying but authentic character growth. Callie realizes that although being positive is important, not everything in life can be fixed. VERDICT A general purchase for most middle grade collections, especially where realistic, character-driven tales or novels featuring New York City are popular.Liz Anderson, DC Public LibraryLisa Papademetriou has created an unforgettable dynamic duo and a delightful novel bursting with humor and heart. (Sarah Mlynowski, New York Times bestselling author of the Whatever After series, and Upside Down Magic)Papademetriou is equally adept at exploring the serious undercurrents to Callies family drama and Cassius difficulties, and readers stepping up from Frances ORoark Dowells engrossing friendship stories will find Apartment 1986 a comfortable place to hang out. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Praise for A TALE OF HIGHLY UNUSUAL MAGIC: Lisa Papademetrious prose and sense of place dazzles the ear and eye, while the adventure and mystery binds us from page to page. Now thats sleight of hand! (Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor Winner Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor Winner Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor Winner)Magic! Its everywherein music, in moths, in an old handwritten book. But the real magic is the exquisite storytelling that sweeps us along until the last wonderful page. This is a book that leaves shimmers in the very air. (Kathi Appelt, New York Times bestselling author of The Underneath and Keeper Kathi Appelt, New York Times bestselling author of The Underneath and Keeper Kathi Appelt, New York Times bestselling author of The Underneath and Keeper)A lively, heartwarming, sometimes perilous tale packed with creepy elements, appealing charactersand more than a few laughs. (Common Sense Media)A rollicking adventure... Engaging and appealing, especially to those who have never quite fit in, this novel is sure to satisfy. (School Library Journal); Title: Apartment 1986 | [
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3,950 | 12 | K-Gr 2Born at the turn of the 19th century, Jane Austen is now considered one of the world's greatest writers, but she grew up simply. In a house filled with boys and books, she was encouraged in her writing by her father who ran a boarding school. Hopkinson begins her appealing introduction to this beloved writer using a familiar Austen phrase "It is a truth universally acknowledged" Most of Hopkinson's short, straightforward text focuses on the writer's childhood: her shy habit of observation; family life with her sister and many brothers; her enjoyment of family theatrical productions, reading, and writing; and her father's support. The final pages introduce her adult work, her new way of storytelling: "to hold up a mirror to the ordinary world so readers could recognize (and laugh at) themselves." Hopkinson makes clear the different expectations for men and women at the time, and points out that the four novels published in Austen's lifetime were credited to an unnamed "lady." Gentle ink and watercolor illustrations perfectly reflect the tone and understated humor of Austen's writing. Ranging from vignettes to spreads, Leng's art will help readers picture the time and place while focusing on domestic interiors, happy family occasions, and Austen at work. The back matter includes a time line and description of six novels. VERDICT Gentle, charming, and informative, this welcome addition to any library should plant a seed for later enjoyment of Austen's work.Kathleen Isaacs, Children's Literature Specialist, Pasadena, MDA charming account of pride and persistence. (Publishers Weekly)This is an up-close introduction to Austen[and] a story of a girls empowerment. (Booklist)Hopkinsons light, conversational tone and obvious appreciation for her subject combine with Qins lively ink-and-watercolor illustrations to create an engaging portrait of this talented writer. A perfectly pitched celebration of an esteemed author. (Kirkus Reviews)A lively take on a woman who, despite publishing conventions that favored male writers, refused to let her authorial voice remain mute. This manages to successfully introduce Austens characteristic wit and social commentary to an audience who would otherwise be too young to digest the original works. A delightful read. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books); Title: Ordinary, Extraordinary Jane Austen: The Story of Six Novels, Three Notebooks, a Writing Box, and One Clever Girl | [
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3,951 | 2 | Gr 47A single narrator, using alternating chapters, tells the tale of two 12-year-old girls: Kai, who is visiting her unusual but lovable great-aunt Lavinia in Texas for the summer, and Leila, who is spending her summer in Pakistan, her father's birthplace. Kai, voted weirdest in her class that year, is a loner, overly protected by her mother and expected to practice her violin at all hours. While unpacking in the guest room, Kai finds an old book titled The Exquisite Corpse. Excited to read it, she is disappointed that it contains an odd introduction and only one line of handwritten text, a name: Ralph T. Flabbergast. Guided by some strange intuition, she pens the words "was a complete fool" after his name. This is her first mistake. Now, each time she opens the book, more writing appears. At the same time in Pakistan, Leila, who reads far too many romantic novels and is hoping for an "authentic cultural experience" in her father's land, discovers the very same text in her great-uncle's library. Leila sets out to read the strange handwritten story of Ralph T. Flabbergast but is soon distracted as a beautiful silver and green moth floats in through her window. Momentarily stunned by its luminescence, Leila forgets all about the book. When the moth flies back out the window, Leila is astounded to see a new sentence on the bottom of the page, "Wasn't that beautiful?" It's as if the book is talking to her. Back in Texas, Kai meets Doodle, a young girl out to catch the Celestial Moth, rumored to be almost extinct in this part of the world. Her adventures with Doodle and their subsequent search for the elusive moth, as well as Leila's cultural gaffes around her family, lead readers on a rollicking adventure, complete with a suspiciously operated casket company, a (sort of) pet goat, and an obsession with Pakistani Idol. In the meantime, the story of The Exquisite Corpse unfolds, telling a tale of forbidden love and magic. Papademetriou's tale is sure to please readers who love a fast-paced, clever mystery. VERDICT With magic and humor, this is an excellent addition to middle grade collections.Carol Connor, Cincinnati Public Schools, OHLisa Papademetrious prose and sense of place dazzles the ear and eye, while the adventure and mystery binds us from page to page. Now thats sleight of hand! (Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor Winner)Magic! Its everywherein music, in moths, in an old handwritten book. But the real magic is the exquisite storytelling that sweeps us along until the last wonderful page. This is a book that leaves shimmers in the very air. (Kathi Appelt, New York Times bestselling author of The Underneath and Keeper)A lively, heartwarming, sometimes perilous tale packed with creepy elements, appealing charactersand more than a few laughs. (Common Sense Media)A rollicking adventure... Engaging and appealing, especially to those who have never quite fit in, this novel is sure to satisfy. (School Library Journal)Begging to be read aloud, this is a fun book for middle grade readers, and it will surely inspire them to readand writemore. (Booklist)A beguiling tale of... enduring love and nascent self-discovery. (Kirkus Reviews)The developing mystery and the promise of new friendships and second chances make for emotionally satisfying engagement Despite the contemporary setting, the book has an old-fashioned quality of domestic fantasy that will appeal to fans of E. Nesbit and Edward Eager. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)I, for one, did not want the story to end. (Time for Kids); Title: A Tale of Highly Unusual Magic | [
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3,952 | 2 | K-Gr 4As the book begins, sequential panels depict a ginger-haired boy having a horrible day; the next set shows a police officer taking a lost Labrador retriever to an animal shelter. When Frank gets Lucky, their mutual joy in learning about each other quickly transfers to other arenas. The dog is particularly interested in science: he wonders about squirrels and observes snow. When Lucky is covered in burdocks and ticks, Frank learns about botany and entomology. In six views of bedtime, readers are invited to measure the fraction of the bed filled by Frank or Lucky. Using a conversational tone, Perkins simultaneously narrates their discoveries and speaks directly to readers, exploring topics ranging from art and geography to foreign languages (Spanish and Duck). After the black Lab encounters a skunk, chemistry experiments change stinky molecules into "not-so-smelly" ones. Some questions do not have an immediate answer, so Perkins segues to new ideas, ultimately resolving them in consequent pages. Discovering school subjects through imaginative scenarios makes learning a delight for the two characters and their audience. Light-infused ink and watercolor panels, spot art, and spreads present additional information; labels and thought bubbles allow insight into Lucky's perspective. VERDICT This is foremost a story of love between a boy and dog, but even readers who don't have pets will want to get schooled with Frank and Lucky.Wendy Lukehart, District of Columbia Public LibraryDiscovering school subjects through imaginative scenarios makes learning a delight for two characters and their audience. This is foremost a story of love between a boy and dog, but even readers who dont have pets will want to get schooled with Frank and Lucky. (School Library Journal (starred review))Ideas, motifs, and characters pop in and out in surprising but logical ways, and Perkins varies the page designto keep everybodys thinking caps firmly affixed. The strands of school and life, boy and dog, and curiosity and investigation are firmly, joyfully, braided throughout. (Horn Book (starred review))Newbery Medalist Perkins (Criss Cross) offers a simultaneously lighthearted and insightful look at education, in this story starring a boy and his newly rescued dog[Perkins] brings a warm, conversational tone to the narrative[and] demonstrates the value and rewards of investigating ones world, whether human or dog. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))When an unlucky boy and a lost dog find each other, their friendship leads to a lot of learning. Perkins pen-and-ink-and-watercolor illustrations use vignettes and speech/thought bubbles to marvelous effect. this book should open readers eyes to the learning all around them. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Perkinss lighthearted pen-and-ink and watercolor vignettes take the pair through the seasons and multiple small escapades. This gentle, funny, engaging way of demonstrating how the world fits together and how living creatures understand it in their own ways is a fine celebration of learning. (Wall Street Journal)Perkins has a knack for elegantly, playfully distilling the essence of the world, and in doing so, making readers feel lucky to be alive. This delightful story of a boy and his beloved pooch...[is] fresh, profound, and just plain fun. (Shelf Awareness)An endearing riff on life with a dog and a humorous take on early education...The breadth and easy local applicability makes this perfect for homeschoolers, but the combination of humor and gentle wonder will perk up any classroomor young mind. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books (starred review))Informative and entertaining, Frank and Lucky Get Schooled is an A+ picture book in every way. (BookPage)Perkins playful, multidisciplinary picture book follows the boy and his dog as they get to know each other and learn about the worldThe wide variety of subjects is engrossing, but its the bond between Frank and Lucky that steals the show. (Booklist)Perkins gives young readers the story of a dog and his boy, and gives adults a terrific opportunity to show that you can learn things in all sorts of ways! This is a charmer! (Shelf Awareness); Title: Frank and Lucky Get Schooled | [
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3,953 | 2 | Identical twins Cassie and Caitlyn Waters have finally adjusted to life in the small town of Aura, Texas, but theyre still not used to seeing visions of the future. And their Sight is only getting stronger as their twelfth birthday nears!But even with this new gift, neither girl could have predicted what the mysterious package they received would containa connection to the father they know nothing about and the grandmother they never knew they had. Why hasnt their mom told them anything about their dad? What reason could she have for keeping the girls away from his side of the family? And does it have anything to do with the Sight?As the twins struggle to discover more about their own history, they distract themselves by planning their birthday party. Their visions of the big event promise a lot of fun aheadalong with a big fiasco. Cassie and Caitlyn must work together to keep everything running smoothly so their birthday can stay on track!Tia Mowry-Hardrict & Tamera Mowry-Housley have been in the public eye for over twenty years, beginning with their hit ABC/WB show Sister, Sister. Theyve starred in Disney Channels original movies Twitches and Twitches Too as well as the Style Networks #1 reality series, Tia & Tamera. Tia was the lead of The CW/BETs show The Game and can most recently be seen starring in and producing the Nickelodeon series Instant Mom and on Cooking Channels show Tia Mowry at Home. Tamera is currently a host and producer of the hit daytime talk show The Real, which airs on FOX, and starred in the Lifetime series Strong Medicine. Tia and Tamera reside in Los Angeles with their families.; Title: Twintuition: Double Trouble | [
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3,954 | 1 | Everyone's favorite bedtime book now in a bilingual edition.El libro favorite para dormer ahora en edicin bilinge.Margaret Wise Brown, cherished for her unique ability to convey a childs experience and perspective of the world, transformed the landscape of childrens literature with such beloved classics as Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny. Other perennial favorites by Ms. Brown include My World; Christmas in the Barn; The Dead Bird; North, South, East, West; and Good Day, Good Night.; Title: Goodnight Moon/Buenas noches, Luna | [
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3,955 | 2 | Gr 46Everyone in Vermont knows far more about Maggie's dad, John Austin, than she does. It's not really surprising, since Maggie saw him only once, when she was four. Upon her father's recent death, he left his 2,000-acre farm to Maggie with the proviso that she has to live there for one year. After that, Maggie can sell the farm and live anywhere her picky mom wants. Though reluctant, Maggie agrees to move from Georgia to Vermont. She becomes fast friends with six siblings (five girls and a boy, some of whom are adopted, others of whom are foster kids) and their two moms. As Maggie adjusts to her new surroundings, she begins learning about the life, art, and legacy of her late father. Conversations with her mother also allow the protagonist to understand why her parents divorced and the toll that serving in the war in Afghanistan took on her dad. In addition to witnessing Maggie's own emotional journey, readers get to see her mom change over the course of the book. She becomes less selfish and for the first time puts Maggie's needs above her own. VERDICT A tender coming-of-age story about forgiveness and growing up. A solid purchase for most middle grade collections.Lillian Hecker, Town of Pelham Public Library, NYThis book soars as it details the fractious and frustrating relationship between Maggie and her mother, and the way it makes Vermont, and its beauty throughout the seasons, a character of its own...there is also determination and revelation, giving this more heft than usual for a middle-grade novel. (Booklist (starred review))[A] singular, intricately woven story of peoples complicated, rule-surpassing existences. This book gives young readers a useful perspective on the negotiation of power in their own lives, and it sheds a soft light on the imperfections of adults, creating space for honest and open dialogue. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)A tender coming-of-age story about forgiveness and growing up. (School Library Journal)A Bank Street College of Education Best Childrens Book of the Year (;); Title: Georgia Rules | [
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3,956 | 2 | This is a summer neither Annabel nor readers will ever forget. (School Library Journal)This powerful tale of friendship and hope, made especially poignant by each girls struggle to repair family relationships, will capture hearts. Add an injured dog...woods made for adventures, and heartbreak that never becomes mawkish, and you have a story about so much more than summer fun. (Booklist)This will please country girls at heart, those needing to be brave, and those wanting a good summer story of friendship and growth. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Nanci Turner Steveson grew up in Connecticut, England, and Texas, always with a book in one hand, the reins of a pony in the other. She wrote her first novel at the age of nine about a wild horse named Liberty. Nanci works with the Off Square Theatre Company as a stage manager and youth-performer shepherd. She is a reading fairy to book-hungry children and a riding instructor. The mother of two grown sons, Nanci lives in a meadow at the foot of the Grand Tetons in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, with her Arabian horse and a 100-pound rescue dog named Story. She is the founder of the Literacy for Hope project, dedicated to getting books into the hands of the homeless. Visit her online at www.nanciturnersteveson.com.; Title: Swing Sideways | [
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3,957 | 2 | Franciss bubbly illustrations of overeager Clark and his friends create a lively undersea environment, and similarly rowdy kids may find Clarks rhyming technique a useful tool. (Publishers Weekly)Most especially, enthusiastic kids will appreciate the message that there is a time and a place for everything-they neednt stay cool round the clock. (Kirkus Reviews)Clark the Shark is ready for his first big sleepover! He's nervous about sleeping outside without his glow-fish night-light, but he doesn't want anyone to know that he's just a teeny-tiny bit afraid of the dark. So Clark makes up a rhyme to help him stay cool!"Take heart, be smart, sharks aren't afraid of the dark."But when the sun sets and his friends begin telling spooky stories, Clark's voice sounds quiet and small and not brave at all. In this empowering tale about conquering nighttime fears, Clark the Shark learns how friendship can help light the way through the dark.; Title: Clark the Shark: Afraid of the Dark | [
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3,958 | 2 | Praise for My Weird School: Talent Show Mix-Up ICR (;)Zany humor is Gutmans strong suit, and Paillots colorful digital illustrations amplify the fun. (Booklist)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 Weird School: Class Pet Mess! (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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3,959 | 2 | PreS-Gr 2The humorously mismatched duo from Goodnight, Already! (HarperCollins, 2014) are back with more banter. Looking forward to a peaceful day of lounging at home, Bear hunkers down in his easy chair with stacks of books and a cup of tea by his side. Duck, his impetuous neighbor, has other ideas. Despite Bear's many excuses, Duck insists on a morning stroll, exhorting, "You don't look busy!. No arguments. Chop-chop!" On their walk, the hyper Duck volleys a steady stream of questions at taciturn Bear, whose one-word replies make Duck fret that he doesn't like him. Bear's repeated reassurances of "I LIKE YOU ALREADY!" fall on deaf ears, until Duck falls out of a tree and his pal shows concern. Each character has a distinct voice that is enhanced by the use of different typefaces. Davies's cartoon illustrations also playfully capture this introvert and extrovert dichotomy, with frenetic Duck's feathers in a perpetual flap and lumbering Bear seeking quiet respite beside a tree. VERDICT The comedic timing in this exploration of personality types and friendship is spot-on, and the wry patter is great fun to read aloud.Linda Ludke, London Public Library, Ontario, Canada"John's humor shines; Davies makes the pair's quirks ridiculously endearing." -- The New York Times, November 6, 2015"Another stand-out hilarious picture book [by] Jory John and Benji Davies, and the perfect way to say I love you all year round." -- Children's Book Council"Fast-paced interplay between the relentless Duck and curmudgeon-like Bear translates to a lively and humorous story complemented by richly drawn illustrations that precisely represent each character's personality. Kids will want to read this again and again, and will look forward to the pair's next adventure." -- The Washington Post; Title: I Love You Already! | [
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3,960 | 1 | John and Davies team up for a third (and possibly the best) tale of reluctant, one-sided friendship. The story...[is] dynamic and begs to be hammed up during read-alouds. (Kirkus Reviews)Davies bright and funny illustrations are equal partners in the telling of the tale and its humorBears expressions say it all. This odd Duck and grouchy Bear make an excellent pair. (Kirkus Reviews)Daviess background as an animator is evident in his wonderfully contrasting, ever-changing colors and kinetics. The use of varied panels, poses, and fonts keeps the eyes and mind moving through the action. (School Library Journal)Children will enjoy the light, satirical humor in this story of two unlikely companions. A hilarious choice for most libraries. (School Library Journal)Come Home Already! ...[will] have you smiling as soon as you see the dust jacket and youll be laughing out loud at the book case. The story inside will have your sides aching from pure glee. (Librarians Quest (blog))Readers are going to thank you for reading it during story time and ask you to read it again. You will certainly want a copy for your professional collection and your collection at home. (Librarians Quest (blog))Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and wonderfully expressive illustrations, the tales of offbeat Duck and grumpy Bear beg to be read aloud again and again. (Brightly)From the creators of Goodnight Already! and I Love You Already!Duck wants to hang out with Bear.But Bears gone fishing for a whole week.What will Duck do while Bear is gone? How will he survive without his best pal?!; Title: Come Home Already! | [
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3,961 | 0 | Here are the details you need to know:Who: The Flashback FourLuke, Julia, David, and IsabelWhat: Despite her misgivings, billionaire Miss Z is sending the team on another mission through historythis time, to photograph the eruption of Mount Vesuvius!Where: The Roman city of PompeiiWhen: August 24, AD 79Why: Because these kids dont know when to quit!In this explosive installment of bestselling author Dan Gutmans action-packed series, four thrill-seeking friends travel back in time to document one of the most devastating natural disasters the world has ever seen. Can the Flashback Four shoot their photo and get home before they become ancient history?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: Flashback Four #3: The Pompeii Disaster | [
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3,962 | 2 | Nate Ball is the host of the Emmy and Peabody award-winning PBS reality shows Design Squad and Design Squad Nation. An MIT graduate with a masters in mechanical engineering, Nate is also the cofounder of Atlas Devices, a two-time All-American pole-vaulter, and a competitive beatboxer. He lives with his wife in Cambridge, Massachusetts.; Title: Alien in My Pocket #8: Space Invaders | [
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3,963 | 15 | This book has become a classic because it it a book of procedures. I did every experiment in the book and wrote what I did and what I discovered. This leaves room for the reader to vary the procedures and see the differences in the results. There are no correct or incorrect result--you can learn from everything you do. This edition contains many new experiments including a discussion of nutrition and that 70 % of the American diet is made up of processed food--science experiments we buy and eat regularly.Science never tasted so good!Dig into a feast of funwhere youre the scientist and the kitchen is your laboratory! Discover what it takes to make sugar crystallize into rock candy, what moisture has to do with popping popcorn, and how proteins are essential in making cakes and muffins rise. And after youve tested your theories and made some amazing discoveries, you can actually eat your results!Vicki Cobbs Science Experiments You Can Eat has stood the test of time, filling the mindsand stomachsof kids for more than forty years. Now with revised and updated material that includes clever new procedures, many new experiments, and vital information on nutrition, a whole new generation of readers can devour this cornucopia of food for thought.; Title: Science Experiments You Can Eat | [
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3,964 | 0 | Laura Ingalls Wilder (18671957) was born in a log cabin in the Wisconsin woods. With her family, she pioneered throughout Americas heartland during the 1870s and 1880s, finally settling in Dakota Territory. She married Almanzo Wilder in 1885; their only daughter, Rose, was born the following year. The Wilders moved to Rocky Ridge Farm at Mansfield, Missouri, in 1894, where they established a permanent home. After years of farming, Laura wrote the first of her beloved Little House books in 1932. The nine Little House books are international classics. Her writings live on into the twenty-first century as Americas quintessential pioneer story.; Title: Christmas Stories: Reillustrated Edition (Little House Chapter Book) | [
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3,965 | 1 | Toddler-PreSAn alphabetical romp that tells what happens when Dog accidentally rolls his ball into Mouse's house. Dog is irritated about the missing ball and winds up chasing Mouse out of his den and all through the house. The story resolves with Mouse wrapping the ball up and giving it to Dog. Dog unwraps it, thinks it's very cool, wags his tail, sends "XOXO," and finally says yes. Then the two of them happily take a nap together: Zzzzz. Twohy's fast-paced book is spare, with simple line illustrations, few colors, and one or two words per page. Felt-tip pens and India ink were used to create these illustrations, and the lines Twohy uses in his drawings convey Dog's curiosity and Mouse's panic to escape, as well as the energetic antics of the story. This book will work nicely as a one-on-one read but will also be a good pick for toddler storytimes. VERDICT A general purchase for early childhood collections.Liz Anderson, DC Public LibraryGive this alphabet caper an F for Fun. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))An alphabetical romp...a good pick for toddler storytimes. (School Library Journal)The crisp, uncluttered design and playful story line make letter identification plenty of fun. (Booklist)Primary-grade classrooms and libraries will find plenty of curricular use for this, and kids will enjoy the lively story and opportunities for full-voice exclamation. (Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books)Incredibly charmingA must-have for day-cares, primary classrooms, and alphabet-book collections everywhere. (The Booklist Reader); Title: Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run!: An Alphabet Caper | [
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3,966 | 2 | Tom ODonnell is the author of the Hamstersaurus Rex books as well asSpace Rocks! and its sequel, Space Rocks! 2: For the Love of Gelo! He has written for the New Yorker, McSweeneys, and the television shows TripTank and Billy on the Street. He lives with his wife in Brooklyn, New York. Read more about him at www.tomisokay.com.; Title: Hamstersaurus Rex Gets Crushed | [
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3,967 | 2 | It’s almost time for Nancy to start school! She’s thrilled, even though she will miss playing with her dog, Frenchy. But when Frenchy starts acting naughty, it’s time for her to go to school, too—puppy school!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: Time for Puppy School (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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3,968 | 0 | Laura Ingalls Wilder (18671957) was born in a log cabin in the Wisconsin woods. With her family, she pioneered throughout Americas heartland during the 1870s and 1880s, finally settling in Dakota Territory. She married Almanzo Wilder in 1885; their only daughter, Rose, was born the following year. The Wilders moved to Rocky Ridge Farm at Mansfield, Missouri, in 1894, where they established a permanent home. After years of farming, Laura wrote the first of her beloved Little House books in 1932. The nine Little House books are international classics. Her writings live on into the twenty-first century as Americas quintessential pioneer story.; Title: Laura & Nellie: Reillustrated Edition (Little House Chapter Book) | [
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3,969 | 2 | Gr 36The story of Sam Gibbs and the mutant classroom pet who acts as his sidekick continues. In this volume, Sam and Hamstersaurus Rex face off against a giant squirrel who appears to have ties to the shady SmilesCorp, which, in turn, seems to be linked to everything from Sam's school (especially one suspiciously cool teacher, Mr. Duderotti) to the Antique Doll Museum to Sam's mom (she works for SmilesCorp, and she's a very nice lady). O'Donnell includes even more jokes and action this time around and also cleverly reprises the most memorable characters, such as Hamster Monitor Martha Cherie and bully Kiefer "Beefer" Vanderkopf and his pet snake Michael Perkins. Sam's drawings are less prominent on this go-round, while O'Donnell's spoofs of adult behaviorincluding the maniacal, vengeful delusions of former SmilesCorp employee Roberta Fast and the latest lifestyle choices of the deeply sad Coach Weekesare funnier and more pointed than ever. Like Louis Sachar and Dav Pilkey, O'Donnell writes joyful silliness for readers with a budding adolescent sense of humor, and Squirrel Kong's absurdism may resonate even with grumpy, neurotic adults. VERDICT A pure blast of fun for readers who want something amusing and fast-paced.Abigail Garnett, Brooklyn Public LibraryTom O’Donnell is the author of the Hamstersaurus Rex books as well as Space Rocks! and its sequel, Space Rocks! 2: For the Love of Gelo! He has written for the New Yorker, McSweeney’s, and the television shows TripTank and Billy on the Street. He lives with his wife in Brooklyn, New York. Read more about him at www.tomisokay.com.; Title: Hamstersaurus Rex vs. Squirrel Kong | [
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3,970 | 0 | Gr 35Four modern-day Boston tweens each receive a mysterious yellow envelope promising them "a very special, once-in-a-lifetime experience": the chance to time travel to 1863 and photograph President Abraham Lincoln delivering the Gettysburg Address. Things don't go quite as smoothly as planned, however, and the four find themselves knee-deep in an adventure wilder than they could have imagined. Fiction featuring Abraham Lincoln will always grab readers, and this middle grade entry into the genre should be no different; the protagonists meet Honest Abe, his firecracker son Tad, and even the infamous John Wilkes Booth. Gutman offers solid middle grade historical fiction with a briskly moving, if at times slightly rushed, story that leaves readers ready for a sequel. Non-genre fans will enjoy both its silly sci-fi flourishes and the fish-out-water humor of having 21st-century tween protagonists navigate Gettysburg's stinky 19th-century streets. Add in Gutman's broad fan base, and this will be a high-demand title. In addition, Gutman does a commendable job of at least somewhat incorporating the issues of slavery and the equality of all people at the root of the Civil War into his story, and his inclusion of a black protagonist gives the narrative additional resonance. VERDICT A fine purchase for middle grade fiction collections that will entice a wide audience and circulate well.Ted McCoy, Springfield City Library, MAHistory can be hilarious, at least in the hands of author Dan Gutman. (Washington Post)Breezy, good-natured fun and a fair amount of history, too (Kirkus Reviews)A fun and fast read, illustrated with photos of the past that really do exist. (Booklist)This will be a high-demand title. (School Library Journal); Title: Flashback Four #1: The Lincoln Project | [
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3,971 | 2 | JoJo and Daddy are busy baking a cake. Theyve mixed the batter, put the cake in the oven, and frosted itbut who is the cake for? Shh . . . its a surprise!Beginning readers will love joining Fancy Nancys little sister, JoJo, in her own My First I Can Read series.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: JoJo and Daddy Bake a Cake (My First I Can Read) | [
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3,972 | 2 | Cassie and Caitlyn Waters may be identical twins, but everything else about them is completely different. The only thing they can agree on is that neither of them is happy that they have to move to middle-of-nowhere Aura, Texas. Caitlyn tries to put a positive spin on getting a fresh start, but Cassie's busy plotting how to convince their mom they should move back to the big city as quickly as possible.But being the new kids isn't their only challenge. As the girls' birthday nears, they start experiencing strange visions and what they see starts coming true! Caitlyn and Cassie first use this new sight for their own fun, but when they each see something serious, the twins must work together to change the future before it can happen."Tia Mowry-Hardrict & Tamera Mowry-Housley have been in the public eye for over twenty years, beginning with their hit ABC/WB show Sister, Sister. Theyve starred in Disney Channels original movies Twitches and Twitches Too as well as the Style Networks #1 reality series, Tia & Tamera. Tia was the lead of The CW/BETs show The Game and can most recently be seen starring in and producing the Nickelodeon series Instant Mom and on Cooking Channels show Tia Mowry at Home. Tamera is currently a host and producer of the hit daytime talk show The Real, which airs on FOX, and starred in the Lifetime series Strong Medicine. Tia and Tamera reside in Los Angeles with their families.; Title: Twintuition: Double Vision | [
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3,973 | 13 | Fancy Nancy and her class are going to see The Big Bubble Show! Nancy and Bree can’t wait to go. But when Bree gets sick and misses the show, Nancy and her classmates put on a bubble show of their own!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: Bubbles, Bubbles, and More Bubbles! (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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3,974 | 13 | 5SOS, as they are affectionately referred to by their ever-burgeoning fan base, first met in the schoolyard in a small town in the western suburbs of Sydney, Australia. Luke (18), Mikey (19), Calum (19), and Ash (20) were brought together by a mutual love of pop-punk and the adrenaline-fueled super rock of turn-of-the-millennium America.They started posting videos on YouTube and within six months had amassed 50,000 Facebook fans, 100,000 Twitter followers, and more than 5 million YouTube views. The band relocated to London in September 2012 with one eye on world domination.Fast-forward eighteen months, and, having spent 2013 and 2014 touring the globe, 5SOS released their debut album, which immediately reached #1 on iTunes in 71 countries and topped charts around the world, including the US Billboard chart. With more than 1.5 million albums sold worldwide and total single track sales in the US alone surpassing two million, it's been a busy year for 5SOS.; Title: Hey, Let's Make a Band!: The Official 5SOS Book | [
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3,975 | 2 | Gr 36Entering the extended family that includes Timmy Failure, Otis Dooda, and Greg Heffley, Sam Gibbs is a lovable, misunderstood outsider. Sam is down and out because of an ill-fated foray into caricature drawing that turns his classmates against him and leaves him ripe and ready for a magical sidekick. He finds one when the class hamster consumes a bit too much of their gym teacher's bodybuilding powder and transforms into a mutant creature with a voracious appetite and physical characteristics of a small but incredibly strong dinosaur. O'Donnell's comedy bona fides include writing for the TV show Billy on the Street and penning essays for McSweeney's and The New Yorker. As with most successful kid-centric comedy, he gets lots of mileage out of the communication breakdown between kids and adults, which enables Sam to hide his wild, snack food-wolfing pal much longer than he should be able to. O'Donnell's farcical stock characters (nicely complemented by Miller's cartoon-style illustrations), such as the teacher's pet and the secretly sad gym teacher, are another source of amusement. The more major characters, including Sam's disc golf-playing BFF Dylan and swirlie-loving bully, Beefer Vanderkoff, are only modestly fleshed outnot necessarily a bad thing, since O'Donnell is aiming for rapid-fire amusement in the form of briskly deployed gags. O'Donnell misses an opportunity by not giving Hamstersaurus Rex, the character, a voice of his own. That would have made Sam's alone time with the swiftly changing animal more satisfying (and potentially funnier). Still, adults and kids alike will find that O'Donnell's deadpan, mildly absurdist writing style will generate some satisfying laughs. VERDICT A funny, lighthearted option for fans of Tom Angleberger.Abigail Garnett, Brooklyn Public Library; Title: Hamstersaurus Rex | [
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3,976 | 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 Weird School: Teamwork Trouble (I Can Read Level 2) | [
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3,977 | 6 | Fancy Nancy can’t wait for Easter. And this year, the family is in for a treat. JoJo’s class pet, Nibbles the bunny, is staying at the Clancys’ house for the weekend! Once the Easter baskets have been decorated and the eggs have been hidden, Bree and Freddy come over to begin the Easter egg hunt. But when Nibbles goes missing, it’s up to Nancy to find her before anyone notices she’s gone. This book comes complete with a fabulous set of stickers!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 and the Missing Easter Bunny | [
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3,978 | 0 | A Riddle In Ruby has everything you could possibly want from a story: clever heroes, fiendish villains, startling plot twists, pirates, thieves, swashbuckling, adventure, action, mayhem - and plenty of humor. This is an exceptionally enjoyable, incredibly original series. (Stuart Gibbs, author of the New York Times-bestselling Spy School saga)In this latest installment, Ruby and her crew must save the city of Philadelphi from a mad scientist. The books are action-packed and filled with great friendships, terrible villains, plot twists, and plenty of humor. (San Antonio Express-News)[The] highly anticipated trilogy capper...Ruby has been a fun protagonist through the Riddle in Ruby trilogy, with the kind of wherewithal that would cause fans to welcome her appearance in any future tales. This one is a delightfully dangerous romp, and a good end to our heroines wild story. (Booklist)Kent Davis is the author of A Riddle in Ruby. He is also an actor, a game designer, and a teacher. He lives in Bozeman, Montana, with his wife and a wily dog ninja named Bobo. www.kentishdavis.com; Title: Riddle in Ruby #3: The Great Unravel, A | [
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3,979 | 2 | Gr 13As an imaginary friend, Fred comes to Earth when lonely children wish for him, becoming whatever they need him to be, whether a companion to throw a ball with or someone willing to become the ball. When his friends outgrow him, finding real friends, Fred starts to disappear and his blue pixelated form vanishes until there is barely a scrap of him left, "just enough for the wind to catch and whisk him into the sky." Jeffers's clean, expressive black lines serve to contrast the corporeal world of Fred's friends and the world around them with Fred himself, who has substance but no outline. One day a boy named Sam wishes for Fred, and at last Fred finds someone who shares his interests and might just be a real friend. Eventually, though, Sam finds a real friend and, once again, Fred feels himself start to disappearuntil, that is, he meets Sam's imaginary friend, Frieda. Together, Fred and Frieda form an imaginary friendship so real they never fade away. Tongue-in-cheek details in Jeffers's illustrations, such as a pig getting hit by lightning in order to summon Fred to Sam's side, juxtapose ironically with Colfer's simple text in a manner that will doubtless please child readers, especially those fond of the artist's other work. VERDICT An effervescent bit of fun.Anna Stover, Poughkeepsie Day School, NYIn this smart collaboration, Colfer and Jeffers introduce Fred, a seasoned imaginary friend. Jefferss spidery vignettes are perfectly synced to Colfers bubbly, confiding narrative. (Publishers Weekly (starred review))An effervescent bit of fun. (School Library Journal); Title: Imaginary Fred | [
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3,980 | 2 | Ooh la la—Nancy has a new buddy! Violet is in fifth grade, and she and Nancy read together. But when a few weeks go by without being able to meet, Nancy is sad. Will Nancy and Violet find a way to read together again?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: Best Reading Buddies (I Can Read Level 1) | [
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3,981 | 3 | K-Gr 2There are worse ways to ingest the study of fractions than by reading a book about pizza, which must have been the thinking behind this extremely slight mystery. Fractions are interjected into the text at every opportunity, as when Charlie invites of his friends for dinner, which must be shared with his five family members. The small crisis when 1/12 of the pie goes missing is resolved when Charlie's improbably magnanimous parents content themselves with 1 slices apiece. The retro-spectrum digital illustrations are serviceable, just like the math lesson. VERDICT Less peppy than pepperoni.Miriam Lang Budin, Chappaqua Library, NYA lighthearted tone and newcomer Comstocks playful graphics, which have a weathered, retro quality, make the lesson go down as easy as pie. (Publishers Weekly)Debut illustrator Comstocks digital artwork is a retro-modern throwback. Kids will have fun following Charlie as he solves the mystery and reinforce their fraction skills along the way. (Kirkus Reviews); Title: Charlie Piechart and the Case of the Missing Pizza Slice | [
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3,982 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1Drift is a snowman who was made early in the winter, with stick arms and five rocks to form his face. He envies other snowmen adorned with hats, scarves, mittens, and carrot noses. He is scorned and ridiculed by well-dressed snowmen who participate in group activities. Sadly, he is left to solitary pursuits. One day, children give him a hat, mittens, scarf, and a carrot nose, and Drift happily plays with them. But he later discovers that he has lost his hat and mittens. When a bunny creeps by at the onset of a snowstorm, Drift demonstrates his warm heart as he bundles the creature in his scarf and feeds him his carrot nose. Distinctive illustrations rendered in watercolor, acrylic, and Tombow pencil depict emotions, movement, and lots of engaging details. The fantastical story will generate thoughts and conversations about the value of appearance, group engagement, empathy, and generosity. VERDICT A perfect addition to seasonal picture book collections.Laura Scott, Farmington Community Library, MIBoth imaginative and appealing...a good, wintry read-aloud experience. (Booklist)Moving and memorable (Publishers Weekly)A perfect addition to seasonal picture book collections. (School Library Journal); Title: The Most Perfect Snowman | [
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3,983 | 2 | Garth Stein is the author of Enzo Races in the Rain!, based on the New York Times bestselling novel The Art of Racing in the Rain (and its tween adaptation, Racing in the Rain). His other works include A Sudden Light, How Evan Broke His Head and Other Secrets, Raven Stole the Moon, and a play, Brother Jones. He is the cofounder of Seattle7Writers.org, a nonprofit collective of sixty-two Northwest authors dedicated to fostering a passion for the written word. Garth lives in Seattle with his family and his dog, Comet.; Title: Enzo and the Fourth of July Races | [
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3,984 | 1 | A good time! (Kirkus Reviews)Lets take a trip.A trip to where?Well take a trip from here to there.Come along with Cat and Dog as they travel by bike, boat, plane, and more, and realize that theres no place quite like home.; Title: Take a Ride by My Side | [
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3,985 | 2 | Gr 46Besties Olivia and Piper have spent a great deal of their 11 years together, and now it's time to tag team middle school. The girls pass a notebook back and forth to stay connected when their daily face time is limited to one measly French class. They fill the pages with notes, text message printouts, a classmate's blog posts, gratitude lists, and other keepsakes for posterity. When Piper's parents promise her a birthday party with 12 friends, the girls admit they must branch out in order to populate a gathering filled with enough drama to rival Piper's favorite soap opera. They capitalize on an eclectic list of school club offerings to expand their duo, in a quest that will determine whether differing interests lead to different friends. A cousin to Rachel Rene Russell's "Dork Diaries" (S. & S.) and the like, this is a gentler version of middle school, as the girls support each other through familiar trials such as overcoming shyness, making new friends, dealing with lunchroom anxiety, and coping with crushes. While the sweet protagonists may be refreshing to some, the book lacks the drama that makes other chronicle-style tales so popular, until the action picks up near the very end. The main characters' lengthy notes often contain too much backstory to be believable correspondence between two best friends, and the secondary characters disappointingly lack diversity. VERDICT An additional purchase that will be enjoyed by strong readers eager to devour realistic fiction with a multimedia slant.Lindsay Jensen, Nashville Public Library; Title: The Pages Between Us | [
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3,986 | 17 | Gr 14Framed in terms of the fight for equal opportunities for women, this picture book biography depicts Hillary Rodham Clinton's story as one of endless heroic struggles on behalf of the oppressed. Clinton is described as an excellent student who took an early leadership role among her peers, was inspired by hearing a speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and later fearlessly advocated on behalf of women, people of color, children, and the poor. Her challenges in balancing work and family life, as well as the criticism she's received as a woman, make her willingness to conquer each new hurdle even more impressive. Employing deft and engaging prose, Markel covers much of the same ground Kathleen Krull did with Hillary Rodham Clinton: Dreams Taking Flight (S. & S., 2008) but provides far more specific details, though Krull's book offers a more impressionistic main text and extensive endnotes. The tone is relentlessly positive, making it difficult to get a well-rounded sense of Clinton as a person, and there is no reference to any of the political controversies surrounding her or Bill Clinton. Pham's evocative illustrations steal the show, varying in mood from whimsical to uplifting to sobering. Particularly effective is the contrast between the opening spread, which features well-known (and sepia-toned) men of the 1950s, and the concluding pages, which depict many vibrantly diverse and notable women of the 20th and 21st centuries. VERDICT A beautifully produced, if excessively laudatory, biography of a significant contemporary political figure; recommended for general collections.Laura Simeon, Open Window School Library, WA“Smart and snappy…as inspiring as it is delightful.” (Booklist (starred review))“Concisely outlines Clinton’s journey from activist to First Lad of Arkansas and on to Washington, D.C….Pham’s (the Freckleface Strawberry series) watercolors are steeped in period detail.” (Publishers Weekly)“Both for fun and education…go-girl power and a good read.” (Kirkus Reviews)“[An] honest and open portrayal” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “The zingy images masterfully (and appropriately) incorporate fabric and stitches as well as old images of checks and time cards … This book has fighting spirit in spades-you go, Clara!” (Booklist (starred review))Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “Readers are treated to solid information with a buoyant message about standing up for what is right. Sweet has created an outstanding backdrop for Markel’s text with a vibrant collage of watercolor, gouache, blank dress-pattern paper, bookkeeping pages, stitches, and fabric pieces.” (School Library Journal (starred review))Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “Sweet incorporates images of assorted fabrics and stitch patterns into her tender illustrations, brightening the lives of workers whose reality was bleak.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “In her simple but powerful text Markel shows how multiple arrests, serious physical attacks, and endless misogyny failed to deter this remarkable woman as she set off on her lifelong path as a union activist.” (The Horn Book)Praise for BRAVE GIRL: “Markel ably brings to life the plight of immigrant garment workers and Clara’s courageous advocacy.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)Praise for TYRANNOSAURUS MATH: “This is a clever addition to the growing number of books that make a sometimes daunting subject both more understandable and just plain fun.” (School Library Journal); Title: Hillary Rodham Clinton: Some Girls Are Born to Lead | [
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3,987 | 6 | PreSThis title uses various animals to present the idea of color. The animals are drawn in black-and-white, but each has an accessory in a specific color. For example, the story opens with a cute zebra. "Most zebras wear stripes,/but this one does not./She much prefers dressing in pink polka dot!" The illustrations are perfect for the text. The stark contrast between the black-and-white and full-color drawings makes it easy for children to understand the concept. For instance, the zebra is wearing a pink flower on her head and a pink polka-dot skirt. There is a stripe on the top of the page that also emphasizes the color being highlighted. Another strength of this offering is that it covers some more complex colors, such as lavender, aqua, and maroon. Not only do preschoolers learn about these hues, they are also introduced to new vocabulary. The rhyming text is light and playful and makes for a fun read, whether in an individual or group setting. "Dalmatians are sprinkled with spots of all shapes./But some pups feel braver in flowing red capes!" VERDICT This is a winner for teaching children colors and a solid choice for storytimes.Robin Sofge, Alexandria Library, VAAnimation sensibilities are reflected in the quirky silliness this brother and sister team brings to their first original picture book. (Kirkus Reviews)The rhyming text is light and playful and makes for a fun read, whether in an individual or group setting....this is a winner for teaching children colors and a solid choice for storytimes. (School Library Journal); Title: Not Quite Black and White | [
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3,988 | 2 | Gr 35Oscar cheers on his baseball team, the Wildcats, but his coach never puts him in the game. When he finally has a chance at bat against their rivals, he ends up using a powerful watch to stop time and hit a homerun. Oscar soon discovers that stealing time has broken the universe. To save the world, he must hit a bona fide home run and beat the other team, fair and square. The Wildcats is made up of a diverse line-up that includes players Kamran Singh, Bobby Farouk, and Oscar's new friend Lourdes Mangubat, whose family is from the Philippines. Lourdes is brave and athletic, and is one of many strong female characters. Oscar himself is humorous, supportive, and kind: he enjoys helping his elderly neighbor, Ethel Ellington, with chores. The game scenes are suspenseful, and the time travel plot is as logical as it is inventive, making this an accessible and entertaining read. Like many middle grade books, the story contains valuable life lessons: Oscar and Lourdes not only learn how to win gracefully, but how to play without fear of losing. VERDICT This sporty science fiction story's suspense, humor, and likeable characters give it broad appeal for middle grade readers.Lisa Goldstein, Brooklyn Public LibraryTeague weaves the tale with gentle expressions of teamwork, friendship, honesty, and compassion. Suspend all disbelief and enjoy. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))This sporty science fiction storys suspense, humor, and likeable characters give it broad appeal for middle grade. (School Library Journal)Praise for HENRY CICADAS EXTRAORDINARY ELKTONIUM ESCAPADE: Wry, bizarre, and as audacious as Henry himself, this is one fantasy/adventure not to be missed. (School Library Journal)Praise for HENRY CICADAS EXTRAORDINARY ELKTONIUM ESCAPADE: Teagues creative use of language and imagination and his mix of science, science fiction, fantasy, and adventure make this worthwhile and captivating reading. (Booklist)Praise for HENRY CICADAS EXTRAORDINARY ELKTONIUM ESCAPADE: A perfect read-out-loud. (Meridian Magazine online); Title: How Oscar Indigo Broke the Universe (And Put It Back Together Again) | [
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3,989 | 2 | PreS-Gr 1A funny, exuberant rhyming bedtime story about what really goes on at the zoo at night. When kids visit the animals during the day, the gorillas are all lethargic. It turns out, they have been dancing all night. The zookeeper Jed tries to get them to go to sleep but eventually joins the dance party, too. The pictures have deep, vibrant colors and lots of action. The gorillas do lots of different kinds of dancing, such as the tango, the Charleston, reggae, funk, and even the robot. Some of the gorillas also act as disc jockeys and swing from the trees. The friendly gorillas look like they are having a great time. Kids will enjoy the rhymes in this funny, busy picture book, and the vibrant artwork adds to the fun. VERDICT A rollicking read-aloud for storytime, but parents might want a quieter selection for bedtime.Debbie Tanner, S D Spady Montessori Elementary, FLPatrick Wensink is the author of Go Go Gorillas and Gorillas Go Bananas and is also the bestselling author of a bunch of boring books for grown-ups that have no pictures in them whatsoever! He lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife and son. Much like a certain baby gorilla, Patrick was a picky eater as a boy. His favorite way to have a banana is in a pancake. You can visit him online at www.patrickwensink.com.; Title: Go Go Gorillas: A Romping Bedtime Tale | [
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3,990 | 2 | “The new version retains the lively combination of fact and narrative that has made this a great title for easy reading and for sharing aloud.” (Booklist)“A chart of “rules for good health” reinforces healthful living. But what really enhances the text are the delightful color illustrations. The pictures are funny, but informative.” (Science Books and Films)Winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science SeriesHow are you feeling?Most of the time you feel fine, but sometimes you get sick. Sometimes a germ catches up with you.Germs are all around you, but they are too small for you to see. Many germs are harmless, but two kinds, viruses and bacteria, can make you sick. Read and find out about germs, how they can make you sick, and how your body works to fight them off and keep you healthy.; Title: Germs Make Me Sick! (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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3,991 | 2 | Gr 46Lester loves two things: science and homeschooled life with his devoted mother. So it's a shock when Mom announces that Lester will be attending fifth grade in public school because she is going back to work full-time. The pair have been especially close since the tragic, mission-related death of Lester's astronaut father five years earlier; unresolved grief still haunts the family. Lester's behaviors make his transition to public school a challenge (he later discovers he has autism), but caring staff and a kindhearted classmate, Abby, offer support. Then the annual science fair gives Lester both a way to fit in and an opportunity he's been longing for: a chance to study space and flying, taboo subjects at home. Emphasizing characterization over action, the first-person narrative helps readers understand the social difficulties experienced by a child on the autism spectrum. In Lester and his mother, debut author Davis creates genuine, emotionally engaging characters who, over the course of the novel, grow and move toward heartfelt triumphs. While Lester's mother is aware of his behavioral issues, it is not clear whether she sought services for him before he received a diagnosis and IEP from his new school. This may lead to comparisons with Lynda Mullaly Hunt's Fish in a Tree, but Ally's and Lester's home lives are quite different. The book also overlooks Davis's larger story of a family recovering from devastating loss. VERDICT Give to sensitive readers who enjoy rooting for the underdog and to fans of realistic stories with scientific themes.Marybeth Kozikowski, Sachem Public Library, Holbrook, NYI LOVE LESTER. And I did right from the start. Lesters story is beautiful, honest, and just the right amount of funny. Mandy Davis is a superstar. (Linda Urban, author of Milo Speck: Accidental Agent and A Crooked Kind of Perfect)Lesters first-person narrative is honest and pure. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))Debut author Davis creates genuine, emotionally engaging characters who, over the course of the novel, grow and move toward heartfelt triumphs Give to sensitive readers who enjoy rooting for the underdog and to fans of realistic stories with scientific themes. (School Library Journal); Title: Superstar | [
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3,992 | 0 | Little Critter loves this exciting time of year full of new experiences and festive gatherings. With so much to learn and share, this treasury is sure to become a storytime favorite. Join this classic character as he attends a fall festival, visits the firehouse, and so much more!This collection includes:The Fall Festival Just a Big Storm Going to the Firehouse The Best Show & Share Snowball Soup The Lost Dinosaur Bone Just Critters Who CareMercer Mayer is the creator of the enduringly popular Little Critter books. Drawing from his own childhood adventures for inspiration, Mayer has created a beloved and classic character in Little Critter. You can visit him at www.littlecritter.com.; Title: Little Critter Fall Storybook Collection: 7 Classic Stories | [
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3,993 | 7 | An exclusive box set containing three Neil Gaiman classics, including the Newbery Medal and Carnegie Medal winner The Graveyard Book; Coraline; and Fortunately, the Milk, all illustrated by acclaimed and award-winning artist Chris Riddell.These editions, containing the British illustrationswhich are both hilarious and movinghave never before been published in the United States.Neil Gaimanis the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books, including Norse Mythology, Neverwhere, and The Graveyard Book. Among his numerous literary awards are the Newbery and Carnegie medals, and the Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, and Will Eisner awards. Originally from England, he now lives in America.; Title: Neil Gaiman/Chris Riddell 3-Book Box Set: Coraline; The Graveyard Book; Fortunately, the Milk | [
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3,994 | 2 | Jennifer Mascharis debut novel is a work-out for the heart. Charlie Price has to make a terrible choice between what has been and what could be, and readers will stick with him every poignant, suspenseful step of the way. Charlies journey is more than remarkable. Its unforgettable. (Tricia Springstubb, author of Moonpenny Island)What a beautiful book Jen Maschari has writtena brave and big-hearted exploration of the sustaining power of friendship and the infinite treasure of memory our loved ones give us. (Anne Ursu, author of Breadcrumbs and The Real Boy)Beautifully crafted sentences read almost as if they were poetry...Fans of both fantasy and realistic fiction will appreciate this painful but ultimately triumphant, multilayered novel. (School Library Journal (starred review))A beautifully written meditation on grief Reminiscent of Neil Gaimans Coraline (Booklist); Title: The Remarkable Journey of Charlie Price | [
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3,995 | 15 | “Once again the Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out-about Science series takes on a really difficult concept and dramatizes it with hands-on examples from everyday life” (Booklist)Can you make an ice cube disappear? Put it on a hot sidewalk. It melts into water and then vanishes! The ice cube changes from solid to liquid to gas. This Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out picture book is a fascinating exploration of the three states of matter.Now rebranded with a new cover look, this classic picture book features rich vocabulary and uses simple, fun diagrams to explain the difference between solids, liquids and gases. This book also includes a find out more section with experiments designed to encourage further exploration and introduce record keeping. Both text and artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. Leonard Fine, formerly of Columbia University, and Dr. Karin Block of the Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the City College of New York.This is a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts perfect for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.; Title: What Is the World Made Of?: All About Solids, Liquids, and Gases (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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3,996 | 1 | Winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science SeriesWhat's inside that pretty blue egg?A baby bird is growing inside that egg. Slowly the bird develops, until one day it cracks through the shell. Safe inside the nest, under the care of its parents, the chick grows stronger. Soon it will learn how to fly and take care of itself. By next spring it will be ready to build its own nest and raise chicks of its own.Priscilla Belz Jenkins is the author of two other books in the Lets-Read-and-Find-Out Science series: A Nest Full of Eggs, illustrated by Lizzy Rockwell, and Falcons Nest on Skyscrapers, illustrated by Megan Lloyd. Ms. Jenkins lives in San Rafael, CA.; Title: A Nest Full of Eggs (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1) | [
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3,997 | 0 | JoJo wants to do magic. She has her magic wand and her magic cape ready to go. But how can she make flowers appear? Doing magic may not be as easy as she thought!Beginning readers will be delighted by JoJo’s can-do attitude in this My First I Can Read, JoJo and the Magic Trick.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: JoJo and the Magic Trick (My First I Can Read) | [
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3,998 | 15 | Given the usefulness of this book in the classroom, public and school libraries will want to have at least one copy of the new edition. (Booklist)Follow that garbage truck!...to the landfill to see how trash keeps piling up...to the incinerator to see how trash can be turned into energy ... to the recycling center to see how a soda bottle can be turned into a flowerpot. Filled with graphs, charts, and diagrams, Where Does the Garbage Go? explains how we deal with the problem of too much trash and provides ideas for easy ways to be a part of the solution.; Title: Where Does the Garbage Go? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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3,999 | 0 | What does your skeleton do?Your skeleton helps you leap, somersault, and touch your toeswithout it, you would be as floppy as a beanbag! There are over 200 bones living and growing inside you that make up your skeleton. There are also ligaments and joints that hold your bones together, and cartilage in your bendable parts like your ears and your nose. Learn all about what a skeleton can dobecause this isn't some make-believe Halloween skeleton, this is the real skeleton inside you.True Kelley has illustrated many favorite books for children in her fun-filled watercolor style, including several in the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series. She and the author previously collaborated on What Makes a Magnet? and What the Moon is Like?True Kelley lives in Warner, New Hampshire.; Title: The Skeleton Inside You (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) | [
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