September 2019 list by K. Pearson
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The 100 Hats of the Cat in the Hat
by Tish Rabe
A Seussian introduction to elementary math finds the Cat in the Hat celebrating the 100th Day of School by visiting Sally and Dick's classroom, where he uses such simple tools as a hundreds chart, ten frame and number line to make learning fun.
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Bet you didn't know!: Outrageous, Awesome, Out-of-This-World Facts 2
by National Geographic Kids
Complemented by striking photography and spot art, a second National Geographic Kids collection of incredible facts and mind-boggling tidbits is organized under such headers as “Extreme Weirdness,” “Strange Places” and “What’s the Difference?”
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Big Nate: Hug It Out!
by Lincoln Peirce
Collects more of Nate Wright's sixth-grade adventures as he is bombarded with useless trivia, gets knocked out of a ballgame and into the emergency room, is tutored by arch enemy, Gina, and has a chance encounter with a girl at an amusement park.
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Cat Science Unleashed: Fun Activities to Do With Your Feline Friend
by Jodi Wheeler-Toppen
Unleash the power of science! Have fun with 22 safe and cat-friendly activities that let you work alongside your cat to discover what makes her tick. Learn how catnip affects your kitty and how she can see so well in the dark. Find out what kind of toys your cat loves by making a feather flyer. How does your cat balance so well and always land on all fours?
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DC Ultimate Character Guide
by Melanie Scott
An updated edition of an illustrated encyclopedia features more than 200 character and team profiles, including Batman, Harley Quinn and the Justice League, providing essential details about each character's origins and latest storylines.
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Mermaids
by Cari Meister
Look out across the crashing waves! It's a mysterious, beautiful mermaid diving into the ocean. Have you wondered what a mermaid eats? What does a mermaid really look like? Where do they sleep? Wonder no more! Striking illustrations and matter-of-fact text take you on a deep-sea journey to learn all about mermaids.
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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.
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Princess: The Essential Guide
by Victoria Saxon
Takes a look at ten Disney princesses, including Snow White, Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, and Tiana through cross-sections, maps, and background information on each character.
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So Cool! Sharks
by Crispin Boyer
Provides information about one of the world's top predators, including hunting habits, behaviors, and where they live.
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Star Wars Character Encyclopedia
by Inc. Dorling Kindersley
The definitive guide to more than 200 heroes, villains, aliens, and droids of the Star Wars galaxy is now packed with new characters from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and Solo: A Star Wars Story.
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Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff
by Stephanie Warren Drimmer
Who invented pizza? Why do people shake hands? Why do we wear underwear? You'll find the answers to these questions and more in this new series from National Geographic Kids!
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The Ultimate Guide to Yo-yo Tricks: More Than 80 Tricks and Tips for Beginners, Pros, and Everyone in Between!
by Mark McBride
This essential guide features tons of lessons to get yo-yo novices set up as well as insider tips to help seasoned yo-yoers hone their skills. It addresses pertinent topics such as the anatomy of the yo-yo, the basic terminology, the science behind the toy, as well the lingo spoken by those in the inner circle. In addition to the instructions are cool black-and-white illustrations and diagrams that give readers visuals to aid in trick development and mastery, and instructions to teach yo-yoers more than four dozen awesome tricks.
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A Visit to Fairyland
by Shirley Barber
Tells the story of a girl named Laura who believes there are fairies at the bottom of her garden—she has seen a little green door at the base of the willow tree, and thinks fairies might live on the other side. So she and her brother Daniel wait by the door, and sure enough, some fairies come out to greet them. Then they take them through to the other side, and so begin Laura and Daniel's adventures in Fairyland.
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What is the Story of Wonder Woman?
by Steven Korté
She is a founding member of the Justice League, a goddess, and an ambassador of the Amazonian people. Wonder Woman burst onto the comic book scene during World War II. For more than seventy years, she has been fighting for equality, power, and truth with her lasso of truth in one hand and her sword in the other.
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Why Don't Cars Run on Apple Juice?: Real Science Questions From Real Kids
by Kira Vermond
What keeps the stars from falling from the sky? Why do metal boats float? And more importantly, why don’t cars run on apple juice?! All these questions and more are found in the pages of this science Q & A book with questions from the most inquisitive of science center visitors—kids. With help from a slew of scientists, author Kira Vermond serves up the answers to more than 50 quizzical queries in a fun and engaging style.
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The Wonders of Nature
by Ben Hoare
Collects over one hundred specimens of the natural world, profiling rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, and animals.
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