October 2020 list by K. Pearson
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Beatrix Potter, Scientist
by Lindsay H. Metcalf
Reveals Beatrix Potter’s less-recognized achievements as a scientist and how her field studies, nature specimens and research as an amateur mycologist shaped her development as an artist and storyteller.
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Blue-Footed Boobies
by Alicia Z. Klepeis
In this book, early fluent readers will learn how blue-footed boobies get blue feet and how male boobies dance and use them to attract mates. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about blue-footed boobies and the science behind their blue feet.
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Disney Maps: A Magical Atlas of the Movies We Know and Love
by Disney Book Group
From the fairytale forest of Snow White to the contemporary world of Toy Story, Disney and Pixar movies do an amazing job of introducing unique worlds. Those worlds have now been mapped out. Each of the twenty-four beautifully illustrated maps brings to life the movies we know and love, and each comes with further information about the movie and the characters.
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DK Findout Oceans
by Inc. Dorling Kindersley
A vibrantly illustrated guide describes the biological and geographic features of our planet’s great oceans, profiling a wide variety of undersea life while sharing insights into the everyday practices that can help protect ocean environments.
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Earth
by Emanuela Pagliari
Join an intergalactic explorer named Bip and learn about our very own Earth! Bip’s mission is to visit our planet, and this friendly alien has lots to talk about. Kids just need to lift the flaps of this book to see Bip’s amazing discoveries: each page asks several questions, such as how many tentacles an octopus has, with the answer appearing under a beautifully illustrated flap.
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Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns: A Mesoamerican Creation Myth
by Duncan Tonatiuh
This pre-Columbian creation myth tells the story of Quetzalcoatl, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica, and his quest to create humankind. The gods tried to make humans during each sun, or age, but each time failed. So when they grew tired, only one did not give up: Quetzalcoatl, also called the Feathered Serpent.
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The Halloween Cookbook
by Mary Lou Caswell
Teaches readers how to make simple and delicious Halloween treats through clear directions and illustrated steps.
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In Great Numbers: How Numbers Shape The World We Live In
by Olejníková Daniela
Engaging depictions of the ubiquitous role of numbers in everyday life transition from a three-scoop ice-cream cone to computer binary language, explaining how people throughout history have counted and measured their way through the building of cities and civilizations.
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Insects for Kids
by Sharman Johnston
Like a little caterpillar transforming into a beautiful butterfly, get ready to embark on an incredible journey of the mind and imagination. From bugs in your own backyard to ones that live in far-off jungles, take flight with these creepy crawly airborne insects.
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Jurassic Dinosaurs
by Dougal Dixon
From allosaurus to stegosaurus, this book reveals amazing facts about the dinosaurs and other amazing reptiles who ruled the planet for 150 million years. With amazing images and jaw-dropping facts, learn all about Jurassic dinosaurs.
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Learn to Draw Disney Celebrated Characters
by Walter Foster Jr. Creative Team
With Learn to Draw Disney Celebrated Characters, you can draw characters from Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, Wreck-It Ralph, Moana, and more! The easy-to-follow instructions in this book will guide you through the process of drawing your favorite Disney characters.
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The Mighty Mechanics Guide to Marvelous Vehicles
by John Allan
Mighty Mechanics is a must read book showcasing a gallery of vehicles that appeal to fact hungry children. Follow the mighty mechanics as they look after TRACTORS, TRUCKS, MONSTER & EMERGENCY VEHICLES, EXCAVATOPRS and much, much more…
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Pumpkin Patch
by J. P. Press
Explore the pumpkin patch, from how pumpkins grow, to what kinds of yummy treats you can make from ripe pumpkins. Going to the pumpkin patch makes fall fun!
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Smelly Science Experiments
by Harriet Mcgregor
Science stinks in these four sensory science experiments. Pinch your nose and make science fun with hands-on experiments that kids will love.
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Strange Sights in the White House and Other Hauntings in Washington, D.C.
by Megan Cooley Peterson
As the First Family sleeps, something spooky goes bump in the night. History knows the White House as the symbol of the American presidency. Could it also be America's most haunted house? Learn more about the White House's most talked-about ghosts and about other paranormal activity running wild in the nation's capital.
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Trains Coming Through!: My First Book of Trains
by Stephanie Morgan
Chugga, chugga choo―can you hear the train coming through? Take your train-loving toddler on a ride through the wide world of locomotives. From a chuffing, puffing steam train to a cargo-carrying diesel train to a lightning-fast bullet train, your child will meet some of the coolest trains from early days to modern times.
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We Love K-pop: All the Hottest K-pop Groups!
by Mortimer Children's Books
We Love K-Pop is a true celebration of Korean Wave music. Packed with vibrant photos, readers will journey through the songs, styles and stories behind all their favourite K-Pop groups and solo artists. Discover more about the process of transforming from trainee to idol, rate the best music videos, and compare key stats.
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Where Is Chichen Itza?
by Paula K. Manzanero
A Who HQ introduction to the city of Chichen Itza describes its historical role as a vital center of religious, political, scientific and artistic activity for the Maya, in a series entry that also explores the remarkable architectural achievements of the Castillo pyramid and the Temple of the Warriors.
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