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New Books in Youth Services December 2019
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Love, Mama by Jeanette BradleyMissing his traveling mama even though he knows she will soon return, a baby penguin finds his Pillow Mama, Picture Mama and Snow Mama not quite measuring up, until a special delivery provides comforting reminders of love.
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I Look Up To... Misty Copeland by Anna MembrinoA latest entry in the series that includes I Look Up To… Malala Yousafzai explores the important qualities that shaped the achievements of the iconic ballet artist, inspiring kids to follow her example to make the world a better place.
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Bathtime Mathtime - Shapes by Danica McKellarA concept-themed follow-up to Bathtime Mathtime, by the best-selling author of Kiss My Math, makes baths both squeaky clean and sneaky smart, prompting kids on how to scrub up while recognizing the shapes all around them.
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Red Sled by Lita JudgeA cast of unlikely woodland friends discover a well-loved sled outside a cozy cabin before embarking on a whimsical nighttime joy ride, in a board book edition of an evocative picture book that combines minimal text with bold watercolor artwork. By the award-winning creator of Flight School.
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The Friendship Book by Mary Lyn RayCombining poetic verses with evocative illustrations, a companion to The Thank You Book celebrates the myriad ways that friendships are formed and what it means to be a friend.
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The Serious Goose by Jimmy KimmelComplemented by a mylar mirror for making faces, a picture-book debut by the late-night host depicts a whimsically tongue-in-cheek goose who rediscovers its sense of humor while reminding young readers to take “serious” approaches to silliness.
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This Book Is Gray by Lindsay WardDeciding to create a book of his own when the Primary and Secondary colors keep leaving him out, Gray draws pictures of imaginative characters in neutral hues, in a celebration of fitting in, appreciating differences and seeing things from other perspectives.
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One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
by Jane Cabrera
A creative adaptation of the popular counting rhyme finds little Rabbit getting ready to help neighbor Mommy Hen prepare a yummy surprise for the little pigs’ birthday party, while four little chicks get into giggle-inducing mischief.
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Off I Go!by Kelly GreenawaltUsing her magical curls to travel the world with her little brother and pug sidekick, Princess Truly swims with South Pole penguins, explores the wonders of the rainforest and observes fantastical qualities in her everyday world.
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Hooray for Friends! by Delphine FinneganComplemented by stickers, a leveled reader based on Nickelodeon’s Top Wing television series finds cadets Swift, Rod, Penny and Brody zooming into action to prepare for a friendship party.
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Racing the Waves by Jane YolenA school of fish works together to share a wonderful field day of sports-themed games and races, in a skill-building, rhyming reader by the Caldecott Medal-winning author of Owl Moon.
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Where is the Sun? by Eric CarleWhere is the sun? Beginning readers will love learning to read and love learning about the sun's position in the sky, and the opposites between night and day.
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Pug’s Snow Day : A Branches Book by Kyla MayA sequel to Pug Blasts Off finds an exuberant Bella looking forward playing outdoors when school is canceled for a snow day, before Bub’s dislike of the slippery, cold and wet weather challenges their fun.
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I, Cosmo
by Carlie Sorosiak
A golden retriever narrates a hilarious, heartwarming tale about how he faithfully works to keep his human family together in the face of a sheepdog rival, his own aging body and his young human’s ambitions for a kid-and-pet dance contest.
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Minecraft Novel: The Endby Catherynne M. ValenteWritten by the award-winning author of Space Opera, a latest official Minecraft novel from game-creator Mojang continues the adventures that began in The Island and The Crash.
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All the Colors of Magic
by Valija Zinck
Distinguished from her peers for her gray hair, rainy birthdays and ability to predict what her mother is going to say, young Penelope wakes up one day with sparkling red hair before learning that her long-absent father is actually a wizard.
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Sisterlandby Salla SimukkaFollowing a rare winter dragonfly into a fantastical summer world, young Alice makes friends with the enchanting Marissa before discovering that the world’s endless summer is linked to a devastating winter back on Earth.
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Dog Driven by Terry Lynn JohnsonMcKenna Barney is trying to hide her worsening eyesight and has been isolating herself for the last year. But at the request of her little sister, she signs up for a commemorative mail run race in the Canadian wilderness - a race she doesn't know if she can even see to run. A page-turning adventure about living with disability and surviving the wilderness, Dog Driven is the story of one girl's self-determination and the courage it takes to trust in others.
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Dog Man 8: Fetch-22 by Dav PilkeyDog Man and a rehabilitated Petey the Cat are challenged to set aside their differences and work as a team in the face of a dangerous threat that has challenged Li’l Petey’s sense of right and wrong.
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Karen's Witch: A Graphix Book by Ann M. MartinA graphic novel rendering of the first entry in the early chapter book spin-off of the best-selling series is told from the perspective of Kristy’s younger stepsister, Karen, who becomes suspicious of a neighbor who has gray hair and a black cat.
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The Future of Energy: From Solar Cells to Flying Wind Farms by M. M. Eboch Our world runs on energy! But traditional fossil fuels are doing great damage to the environment, and they will eventually run out. How might solar, water, wind and geothermal power come to our rescue? Readers can discover how different the world could look in the future with energy sources that are clean and renewable.
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The Future of Transportation: From Electric Cars to Jet Packs by Alicia KlepeisHuman transportation has come a long way since the invention of the wheel. Vehicles of all sorts have us speeding across land, through water, and in the skies. What might be next? From self-driving cars to jet packs, readers will discover exciting new ways they may get around in the future.
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Turn It Up!: A Pitch-perfect History of Music That Rocked the World by National Geographic KidsThe high notes and biggest moments in music history are covered in this fun compendium. You'll learn about the world's most famous musicians through the eras, from Bach to the Beatles to Beyonce -- and beyond. Many major music genres are playfully explained, from tribal, classical, jazz, folk, rock ... all the way to today's modern forms, such as k-pop, hip-hop, and rap. Instruments and sounds are explored, along with places and events in history that inspired the evolution of music. Kids will also get a sense of music theory, instrumentation, and the artistry of distinctive musical styles. Song recommendations help readers open their ears to what they've learned. Add to that amazing images, a rockin' glossary of musical terms, and a timeline that plots each genre on its path from ancient history to today, and this book is bound to top the charts!
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DC Brave and Bold!: Female DC Super Heroes Take on the Universe by Sam MaggsProfiles the inspirational examples of diverse women DC Super Heroes, from Hawkgirl to The Flash of China, in a fan’s reference that combines illustrations by leading genre artists with explanations of the power of such qualities as courage and compassion.
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Climbing Trees and Muddy Knees: The Kids Guide to Getting Unplugged and Getting Outside by Chris OxladeEveryone should learn survival skills and be able to navigate by the stars. It is fun to track animals and recognize poo! Who doesn’t want to explore and build a dam and in times of need, know how to build an emergency stretcher. Devised and tested by an expert in outdoor activities, these 50 projects are perfect to help you become an adventurer, tracker, survivor and explorer, using nature’s resources and some of your own!
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Great Invention Fails by Barbara KrasnerWithout inventors, we wouldn't have cars, airplanes, or light bulbs. Inventors build devices that make our lives better. But not all inventions succeed. In fact, the history of inventions is filled with missteps and blunders. Learn about the biggest goofs—from flying cars to Smell-O-Vision. Discover how invention mistakes have also led to brand-new products, such as Bubble Wrap and sticky notes.
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My Survival: A Girl on Schindler's List, A Memoir by Rena FinderA memoir by a Jewish girl from Krakow, Poland, describes how she was separated from loved ones and forced to work as a slave laborer before Oskar Schindler helped her escape from the Auschwitz concentration camp.
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It's Up to You, Ben Franklin by Leila HirschfeldA lighthearted introductory biography of the American diplomat, innovator and Founding Father explores 11 critical decisions that shaped Ben Franklin’s remarkable life and is complemented by archival illustrations and engaging historical trivia.
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Under the Milky Way: Traditions and Celebrations Beneath the Stars by Frané LessacBeneath a blanket of stars, crowds cheer at Little League games, campers share fireside stories, bull-riders hold on tight, and sled dogs race through falling snow — all under the Milky Way. Vivid artwork, engaging verses, and facts about the United States and Canada will captivate readers of all ages in a joyful offering from Frané Lessac.
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Nazi Saboteurs: Hitler's Secret Attack on America by Samantha SeipleBlack-and-white historical photographs complement the gripping story of a lesser-known Nazi plot involving an attack on American soil that was prevented by brave individuals who helped the FBI capture eight dangerous criminals.
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The Fierce 44: Black Americans Who Shook Up the World by Stephen ReissA dynamic collective biography presents succinct portraits of 44 African Americans who shaped history in remarkable ways, from Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass to Aretha Franklin and Barack Obama.
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Into the Blizzard: Heroism at Sea During the Great Blizzard of 1978 by Michael J. TougiasThe best-selling author of The Finest Hours presents a riveting account of the heroic efforts of Captain Frank Quirk and his four-man crew to rescue a tanker and Coast Guard boat that became trapped on the Salem Sound shoals by the Blizzard of 1978.
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Mamá Goose: Bilingual Lullabies / Nanasby Alma Flor AdaThis bilingual board book by acclaimed authors Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy presents popular and beloved lullabies from all over the Spanish-speaking world. Full of charm and humor, and rich with the diversity of Latinx cultures, Mamá Goose is the perfect introduction to Latinx lullabies for English speakers, and a trove of familiar favorites for Spanish speakers.
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