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Children's Picture and Board Books September 2019
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The pigeon has to go to school!
by Mo Willems
The irrepressible Pigeon from the Caldecott Honor-winning Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! throws a fit over his worries about the first day of school, from heavy backpacks to finger paint on his feathers. 500,000 first printing
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I Am Love : A Book of Compassion
by Susan Verde
A latest entry in the best-selling series that includes I Am Human celebrates love in all of its forms, inviting readers to overcome fears by looking inward, acting with compassion and living with gratitude. 150,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Taxi Ride With Victor
by Sara Trofa
Victor is everyone's favorite extraterrestrial taxi driver, but he has a big problem. His memory is terrible! He can never remember his way around the galaxy. When he drops off his passengers at the wrong locations, there are some unexpected and hilarious high jinks. Elsa Klever's wonderful drawings incorporate every day experiences--like going to the dentist, the library, or the post office--into otherworldly scenes with friendly aliens, talking clouds, grumpy ghosts, and an enormous octopus.
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Skulls!
by Blair Thornburgh
Revealing how skulls are more than just spooky Halloween symbols, an introduction to the human skull and its importance combines upbeat, engaging facts with kid-friendly artwork by the award-winning illustrator of Zombie in Love. 40,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations
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Fly!
by Mark Teague
When Mama bird decides it is time for Baby bird to leave the nest and learn how to fly south, an apprehensive Baby considers whimsical alternatives, in a wordless picture book by the best-selling creator of the Dear Mrs. LaRue series. 100,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Count on me
by Miguel Tanco
A little girl explains how math is her passion and how it can be found everywhere in the world
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This book of mine
by Sarah Stewart
The husband-and-wife team behind the Caldecott Honor-winning The Gardener presents an evocative celebration of the connection between readers of all ages and backgrounds and the books they love. Illustrations
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The Couch Potato
by Kerry Lyn Sparrow
"When Mr. Russet finds a large, lumpy potato on the couch he is outraged and begins a potato protest, refusing to do any more tidying up. Other family members see the spud differently, playing with it, dressing it up, and even giving the potato its own cushion on the couch. As the house gets messier and messier, Mr. Russet can't take it any longer. He picks up the potato, tidies up and then serves his family a most surprising supper..."- |
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Just ask! : be different be brave, be you
by Sonia Sotomayor
The boundary-breaking Supreme Court Justice and the award-winning author of Book Fiesta present a celebration of the world’s diversity that explains why different people make the world more vibrant and wonderful, just the way a variety of plants and flowers enhance a garden. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Small in the city
by Sydney Smith
A contemplative story told from the perspective of a child searching for a beloved lost pet in a big city conveys the child’s gentle but experienced advice on how to navigate the area safely, from avoiding dark alleys to hiding under a bush. Illustrations.
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Spencer's new pet
by Jessie Sima
Looking forward to participating in fun pet activities, Spencer becomes discouraged when his pet, a balloon twisted into the shape of a puppy, is too fragile to bring to the dog park or the veterinarian. By the creator of Not Quite Narwhal. 100,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Who wet my pants?
by Bob Shea
Triggering a blame game upon discovering that his pants are wet in an embarrassing way, young Reuben the bear is reassured by his friends that sometimes accidents happen and that there is no reason to be ashamed. By the author of the Dinosaur vs. series. 50,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Alma and the beast
by Esmé Shapiro
Alma lives happily in her hairy world, where she can pet the trees and comb the grass, until one day when she encounters a hairless beast who has lost her hairless home
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Mr. Nogginbody gets a hammer
by David Shannon
In a picture book inspired by the familiar parable, silly Mr. Nogginbody buys a hammer and begins mistaking, and smashing up, everything that looks like a nail to him, with wacky results. By the Caldecott Honor-winning creator of No, David! Illustrations.
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Boonoonoonous Hair!
by Olive Senior
In this vibrant and exquisitely illustrated picture book, written by Commonwealth Prize-winning Jamaican-Canadian Olive Senior, and with pictures by the acclaimed artist Laura James (the team that created Anna Carries Water), a young girl learns to love her difficult-to-manage, voluminous and boonoonoonous hair.
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Why?
by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
Illustrations and simple text reveal that, even when a pesky rabbit annoys his bear friend with too many questions, their friendship remains strong
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Five Minutes : That's a Lot of Time - No, It's Not - Yes, It Is
by Audrey Vernick
Participating in such family activities as visiting the dentist, playing a game and waiting in line for the roller coaster, a little boy discovers that five minutes can feel both short and long. Co-written by the Caldecott Honor-winning author of All the World. Illustrations.
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The Great Pumpkin Contest
by Angela Rozelaar
Competing against each other in a local pumpkin contest, two adorable cat neighbors discover that their burgeoning friendship is more important than winning. 40,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Three cheers for Kid McGear!
by Sherri Duskey Rinker
Told in rhyme, the big construction trucks are skeptical when Kid McGear the skid-steer shows up on the big construction site, after all a skid-steer is rather small--but when the big trucks run into trouble on a steep incline, Kid McGear proves that sometimes a small, all-purpose truck may be just what is needed to save the day
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Once upon a goat
by Dan Richards
When a proper king and queen ask their fairy godmother for a child, they find themselves gifted instead with a baby goat
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Pete the cat and the perfect pizza party
by Kim Dean
Wanting to organize a perfect pepperoni pizza party, Pete the Cat learns a helpful lesson about compromise when he discovers that his friends all want different pizza toppings. By the best-selling creators of Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses. 250,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Pete the cat checks out the library
by James Dean
Complemented by more than 3 stickers, a latest Pete the Cat adventure finds him visiting the library for the first time and settling into a cozy spot to enjoy cool and favorite books. 125, first printing. Original. Simultaneous eBook.
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Nuts!
by Lou Peacock
Two squirrels argue over the nuts they find on the ground, and must learn to share
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Our Favorite Day
by Joowon Oh
A picture book debut celebrates the bond between grandparents and grandchildren, depicting the peaceful love of a devoted Papa who adjusts his daily routine once a week to visit the craft store, get a take-out treat or pick flowers with his family. Illustrations.
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What's your fancy?
by Krista Tucker
Inspired by the classic picture books and based on the Disney Junior series, an original story finds Nancy learning about the different ways that other people express their perceptions of being fancy. 200,000 first printing. TV tie-in. Simultaneous eBook.
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Two for Me, One for You
by Jorg Muhle
Bear finds three tasty mushrooms on her way home through the woods. Her friend Weasel cooks them up in the frying pan. But the friends have a problem: how to share three between two? Bear and Weasel each come up with one argument after another for why they should have more: I found them! I cooked them. With my recipe! I like mushrooms more than you. I'm bigger. I'm still growing... Until the fox comes around the corner and snatches a mushroom. That solved the problem. They eat the two mushrooms and it's time for dessert. Here comes Weasel with the scrumptious wild strawberries, three of them to share... |
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As warm as the sun
by Kate McMullan
Toby, a French bulldog who dreams of being warm all the time, is not pleased when Pinkie arrives and takes his favorite warm spots
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Save it! : a moneybunny book
by Cinders McLeod
An introduction to simple money concepts features a little bunny who busily babysits her five rowdy siblings while learning about the power and satisfaction that come with saving money. By the author of Earn It!. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Listen
by Holly M. McGhee
A lyrical picture book intends to inspire empathy by showing how everything and everyone on Earth is connected
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Hey Grandude!
by Paul McCartney
A high-energy celebration of the fun times shared between grandparents and their grandchildren introduces super-cool Grandude, who whisks his four grandkids away on whirlwind adventures around the globe. Written by the superstar former member of The Beatles. Illustrations.
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The Hundred-Year Barn
by Patricia MacLachlan
A timeless celebration of generations of family life features a little boy who helps during the construction of a red barn, which becomes a symbol of ancestry, community and peace for more than a century. 40,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Save your friends!
by Hyewon Kyung
A lively tribute to friendship, empathy and courage is told through repetitive text bubbles that prompt readers to protect their marine-animal friends from a playground bully of a shark, who has complaints of his own. 40,000 first printing.
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Snail & Worm : three stories about two friends
by Tina Kügler
Three episodic short features combine simple art with clever wordplay that explore themes ranging from adventuring to having pets and features friends who engage in silly antics. Simultaneous eBook. 15,000 first printing.
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Snail and Worm All Day : Three Stories About Two Friends
by Tina Kugler
The stars of the Geisel Honor-winning Snail and Worm Again share three laugh-out-loud adventures that find them discovering the amazing power of cooperation and discovery. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The Many Colors of Harpreet Singh
by Supriya Kelkar
"Harpreet Singh has a different color for every mood and occasion, from pink for dancing to bhangra beats to red for courage. He especially takes care with his patka--his turban--smoothing it out and making sure it always matches his outfit. But when Harpreet's mom finds a new job in a snowy city and they have to move, all he wants is to be invisible. Will he ever feel a happy sunny yellow again?" |
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A Crazy-Much Love
by Joy Jordan-Lake
A debut picture book by the award-winning author of A Tangled Mercy finds a parent recounting the early milestones of an adopted daughter’s life, including her first bath, her first tricycle ride and her first day of school. Illustrations.
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What if everybody thought that?
by Ellen Javernick
Clear prose and lighthearted artwork combine in a companion to the best-selling What If Everybody Did That? that explores the preconceived notions we should challenge about the world and why it is important to think before judging someone. Illustrations
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My grandma and me
by Mina Javaherbin
The award-winning author of Soccer Star presents the true story of a young girl in Iran and her grandmother, in a heartwarming ode to families that celebrates small moments of love that become lifelong memories. Illustrations.
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My shape is Sam
by Amanda Jackson
In a world where everyone is a shape and knows their job, a square who longs for softer corners, rounded edges and the ability to roll takes an unexpected tumble before discovering to his delight that he does not have to be what others expect. Illustrations.
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The Cutest Thing Ever
by Amy Ignatow
"Want to see the cutest thing ever? Is it a fluffy monster? A kitten? Kittens in a hat? What about a unicorn? These things are cute but are they really the cutest thing ever?
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Bruce's big storm
by Ryan T Higgins
Bruce finds the limits of his overcrowded home tested when a big storm brings all his woodland neighbors to his door for shelter. By the award-winning creator of We Don’t Eat Our Classmates. 300,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Little Sock
by Kia Heise
Becoming tired of a daily routine of being worn, getting dirty and getting washed, Little Sock longs for a change and escapes from his drawer in search of the mysterious and exciting Sock City. Simultaneous eBook.
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Stormy : A Story About Finding a Forever Home
by Guojing
In this heartwarming, wordless picture book that's perfect for dog lovers, a woman visits a park and discovers a pup hiding under a bench--scruffy, scared, and alone. With gentle coaxing, the woman tries to befriend the animal, but the dog is too scared to let her near. Day after day, the woman tries--and day after day, the dog runs away. With perseverance and patience--and help from an enticing tennis ball--a tentative friendship begins. But it's not until a raging storm forces the two together that a joyous and satisfying friendship takes hold. Guojing poignantly explores how trust doesn't always come easily, but how, over time, and with kindness and determination, forever love can grow. |
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Ginny Goblin cannot have a monster for a pet
by David Goodner
A riotous follow-up to Ginny Goblin Is Not Allowed to Open This Box finds Ginny Goblin’s efforts to become more responsible through pet care limited by restrictions against her owning a monster. 35,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations
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There was a black hole that swallowed the universe
by Chris Ferrie
"From the #1 bestselling science author for kids comes a hilarious new take on the universe and everything in it. Using the familiar rhythm of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly," follow along as the black hole swallows up everything that exists,from the biggest to the smallest pieces of matter. The silly, vibrant artwork is sure to make stargazers of all ages smile. Included in the book will be instructions for revealing secret, invisible text and artwork that reverses the story from nothing tothe scientific creation of everything!"
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You're in Good Paws
by Maureen Fergus
"When Leo arrives at the hospital, he is surprised to find it run by animals! A hilarious story featuring animals in human situations, perfect for fans of Zootopia and A Sick Day for Amos McGee. Two slightly distracted parents accidentally send their son, Leo, to the animal hospital to get his tonsils out. It's right next to the people hospital, so it's an easy mistake to make. Luckily this animal hospital is open-minded and willing to take in this strange patient. The chicken behind the intake desk is very kind, the bear orderly gives Leo a dog treat and Dr. Stan, who is a mouse, is a very skilled and caring doctor. It IS a little weird when the nurse comes clip-clopping in, pats him on the head and gives him a flea collar. Leo has to wear a plastic cone around his neck after surgery too. And are the nail clipping and shampooing and brushing really necessary? This is a hilarious, sweet and accessible story about a child's first visit to the hospital, even if the hospital isn't QUITE up to code . . ."-- Provided by publisher. | n
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Dumbo : read along storybook and CD
by Sarah Miller
Complemented by a CD recording featuring word-for-word narration, character voices and sound effects from the beloved animated film, a read-along storybook based on the classic Dumbo is designed to promote early vocabulary and independent reading. 100,000 first printing. Original
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Grace goes to Washington
by Kelly DiPucchio
Learning about the branches of the U.S. government during a field trip to Washington, D.C., Grace joins her fellow student council members to use government approaches in a debate about how best to spend fundraising money. 35,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Llama Llama mess, mess, mess
by Anna Dewdney
When Llama Llama ignores Mama Llama after she tells him it’s time to clean up his toys, Mama has an imaginative response of her own that will have children laughing out loud! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Christmas Tree Book
by Tomie dePaola
"While two children help their family cut down and trim a Christmas tree, they learn a lot of fascinating things about it: how trees became part of Christmas in America, when people started to decorate them, why lights replaced candles, why a president's son hid a Christmas tree in his closet!" --from dust cover. |
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Bunny in the middle
by Anika Denise
A timeless celebration of middle children and self-acceptance depicts an adorable bunny who may not be the biggest or smallest sibling but is always loved all around. By the creators of Baking Day at Grandma's
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Daniel goes to the dentist
by Alexandra Cassell Schwartz
Daniel Tiger is a little nervous about visiting the dentist, Dr. Plat, for his first check-up, until Dr. Plat shows him the tools she will use to clean and polish his teeth, explaining how each works
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Explorers
by Matthew Cordell
A visit to a museum culminates in unexpected adventure when a boy loses something important before an act of forgiveness bonds two families and introduces a new friend. By the Caldecott Medal-winning creator of Wolf in the Snow. Illustrations.
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The Word Pirates
by Susan Cooper
When a ravenous band of word-eating pirates targets the super-delicious words in her extra-juicy stories, the irrepressible Word Wizard and the kids who love her stories save precious words by proving that the pen is mightier than the sword. Illustrations.
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The balcony
by Melissa Castrillón
Moving to an apartment in the city, a little girl brings her pretty plants with her and tends them lovingly until they grow, bloom and transform the lives of everyone in her new community. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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What's your favorite food?
by Eric Carle
Eric Carle and 13 other beloved children's book artists share illustrations of their favorite foods and explain why they love them, in a series entry that includes contributions by Brigette Barrager, Greg Pizzoli and Dan Santat.
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Snowmen at Halloween
by Caralyn Buehner
Building snowmen after an early Halloween snowfall, a few kids depart to go trick-or-treating, leaving their creations to enjoy a Halloween festival of candy, apple-bobbing and costume contests. By the best-selling creators of Snowmen at Christmas. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations
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Bad Kitty does not like Thanksgiving
by Nick Bruel
Complemented by a sheet of colorful stickers, a seasonal Bad Kitty story by the award-winning creator of Bad Kitty: Searching for Santa finds the irrepressible Bad Kitty struggling with her decided dislike of the Thanksgiving holiday in spite of her absolute love for turkey. Original. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The buddy bench
by Patty Brozo
Having seen children being left out of joining the fun on the school playground, Miss Mellon's students convince her to let them build a buddy bench where their classmates can wait for a friend or a buddy to meet
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That's So Rude!
by Mike Berenstain
A latest addition to the Berenstain Bears Life Lessons program finds Mama Bear using wisdom and laughter to teach the squabbling cubs that getting up on the wrong side of the bed is no excuse for poor manners. 50,000 first printing. Original. Illustrations.
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All the Ways to Be Smart
by Davina Bell
A tender, funny, and exquisitely illustrated picture book celebrating all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are. |
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Mr. Pumpkin's tea party
by Erin Barker
A seasonally themed counting story combines deep-hued watercolor artwork with bouncing rhymes in the tale of Mr. Pumpkin, who throws a whimsical tea party in the crisp chill autumn air for his ghoulish friends. A first picture book. Illustrations.
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Unicorns 101
by Cale Atkinson
Unicorn professors Glitter Pants, Sprinkle Steed, Star Hoof and Sugar Beard, and their trusty lab assistant, Pete, reveal secret unicorn facts, from the identity of the first unicorn to trot on Pluto to the time a unicorn triggered an accidental week-long waffle rainstorm. Illustrations.
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Merry Christmas, Peppa!
by Melanie McFadyen
Peppa loves the family time, fun, and presents on Christmas, but this year she gets hurt playing with her new presents and must take a trip to the hospital
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Across the Bay
by Carlos Aponte
"Carlitos lives in a happy home with his mother, his abuela, and Coco the cat. Life in his hometown is cozy as can be, but the call of the capital city pulls Carlitos across the bay in search of his father. Jolly piragüeros, mischievous cats, and costumed musicians color this tale of love, family, and the true meaning of home"-- Provided by publisher. |
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I want a dog
by Jon Agee
Searching for a dog to adopt from a wonderfully eccentric animal shelter, a little girl is introduced to such pet candidates as an aardvark, a goose and a python before falling in love with an adorable seal. By the award-winning creator of Life on Mars. Illustrations.
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Beautiful oops!
by Barney Saltzberg
Demonstrates the many ways that torn, crinkled, and smudged bits of paper can be transformed into various shapes and images
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Are you my monster?
by Amanda Noll
The monster-loving boy from I Need My Monster tries to find his monster. He compares his drawing—showing a green monster with a long tail, pointy nails and big teeth—with an assortment of amusing monsters, until he finds the perfect match. This turns out to be his beloved STUFFED monster toy. Children will love comparing colors, checking if tails are long or short, if nails are pointy or round, if teeth are big or small until they, too, find the monster who is a perfect match. Illustrations
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Kindness rules!
by Eunice Moyle
A hip and playful first etiquette book reveals how elephants are known for their impeccable manners and depicts a heroically exuberant elephant who uses the almost magical power of respect and kindness to make positive things happen. 75, first printing.
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From 1 to 10
by Mies van Hout
Colorful animals illustrate the numbers from one to ten
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Old Macdonald Had a Truck
by Steve Goetz
"Old MacDonald had a farm E - I - E - I - O. And on that farm he had a ...truck?! With a dig dig here and scoop scoop there, this classic folk song just got revved up! Beloved construction vehicles, like the excavator, dump truck and bulldozer, will have the vehicle-obsessed of all ages singing along"
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Dinosnores
by Sandra Boynton
The award-winning creator of Philadelphia Chickens presents an original board book that combines her signature artwork with giggle-inducing rhymes describing how noisy little dinosaurs get ready for bed before snoring all night long. 100,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Silly lullaby
by Sandra Boynton
The award-winning creator of Philadelphia Chickens presents a giggle-inducing bedtime board book that combines Boynton’s signature silly animals with rhyming text to depict unexpected bedtime routines, from wearing a duck on one’s head to putting sneakers in the freezer. 150,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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Feminist Baby : he's a feminist too!
by Loryn Brantz
The award-winning creator of Harvey the Child Mime presents the story of Feminist Baby Boy, who toots, hoots, wiggles and giggles his way through a barrier-breaking modern childhood. 50,000 first printing
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