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New Books in Youth Services November 2019
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Breathe Like a Bear by Kira WilleyWith this board book, kids will learn to control their breathing and soothe themselves slowly to sleep, just like a bear in hibernation! Best of all, it can be performed anywhere: in the backseat of a car, at home, or even at a child's desk at school.
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A Potato on a Bike by Elise GravelThis delightful board book will make little ones in your life laugh.
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Huggle Wuggle, Bedtime Snuggle by Della Ross FerreriIt's time to calm down and get ready for bed, then chaos erupts! The playful, rhyming words by Della Ross Ferreri come to life in Mette Engell's cheerful illustrations of a father putting his toddler to bed. Their goofy antics and sweet interactions will inspire all families to put a little fun into the bedtime routine. Perfect for children ages 0-3.
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Elbow Grease by John CenaMeet Elbow Grease, a little monster truck with a big problem! He's smaller than his four brothers, but wants to prove that he has the guts and the grit to do big things. He decides that entering the Demolition Derby is the perfect way to show everyone that what he lacks in horsepower he makes up for in gumption. From multi-talented mega celebrity John Cena comes this exciting story about the importance of believing in yourself and never giving up.
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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis CarrollAlice tumbles down the rabbit hole and enters a magical place called Wonderland, where she meets some curious characters before awaking to find it was all a dream.
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Sisters First by Jenna Bush HagerA young girl receives her wish of getting a baby sister, and as the siblings become inseparable, playing and dancing together, they make one another smarter and braver.
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One Snowy Morning by Kevin TsengTwo woodland friends, a squirrel and a chipmunk, encounter a snowman without recognizing it and use its top hat, carrot nose and mittens as helpful objects that they turn into a rowboat, yummy soup and funny fish puppets.
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I'm Not Millie! by Mark PettSomeone is causing a lot of trouble during and after supper, but Millie is certainly not the guilty one!
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Snowy Farm by Calvin ShawLyrical text and evocative illustrations depict a humble farming family that shares a simple life of work and love in their shimmering, frosty home, where they need nothing more than each other to be warm and cozy.
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Nothing Wee About Me!: A Magical Adventure by Kim ChaffeeEquipped with her trusty magical ladle, Liesel is ready to embark on an epic adventure…and be home in time for dinner. She saves a prince from a dragon and an island from an exploding volcano in this whimsical, clever story chock full of girl power and creativity. Spunky Liesel’s heroics encapsulate the joy of imaginary play as she reclaims what it means to be a wee girl.
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A Day for Skating by Sarah SullivanJoining other children on the frozen pond for a day of skating and playing ice hockey, a child enjoys wonderful outdoor fun before returning home, rosy cheeked, for cocoa and a soothing bedtime routine, while mysterious friends go skating in the night.
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I See by Joe CepedaI see an ant. I see a snail. I see a butterfly. I see a nest. I see eggs. I see birds. With high-energy artwork by an award-winning author-illustrator, this book is perfect for first-time readers and kindergarten readers.
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Disney's Frozen II by RH DisneyThis Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader is based on Disney's Frozen 2--which is in theaters November 22, 2019!
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Stuffed by Liz Braswell Clark's dad is under attack by a nefarious, shadowy monster called a King Derker, and only Clark's stuffies are able to fight him off. The problem is, no one believes Clark, and when his mom attempts to rid the house of stuffed animals to try to get him to grow up, she's actually putting Clark's dad and the entire household in mortal peril. Now it's up to Clark's grandma-made sock animal, Foon, to save the day. Luckily, being handmade by a loved one gives Foon extra battle points, but he's still a brand-new stuffy. Does he have what it takes to rid Clark's house of all its monsters?
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Shine! by J. J. GrabensteinA new student at a posh private school struggles with poor self-esteem when she perceives that everyone around her is more talented, before finding inspiration in the achievements of her astronaut heroine. Co-written by the best-selling author of Escape From Mr. Lemoncello’s Library.
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The Princess Who Flew With Dragons by Stephanie BurgisTwelve-year-old Princess Sofia of Drachenheim enjoys freedom from her sister's manipulations during a diplomatic mission to far-off Villenne, until she and her dragon friend, Jasper, are forced to face ice giants.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball by Jeff KinneyWhen an unexpected inheritance gives Greg Heffley's family a chance to make big changes to their house, they soon discover that renovations may not be worth the effort.
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The Fowl Twins by Eoin ColferLeft in the care of house security a week after their 11th birthday, the Fowl twins befriend a troll who needs their help escaping from two villains who would use his magic for their own gain.
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The Forgotten Girl by India Hill BrownOn a cold winter night, Iris and her best friend, Daniel, sneak into a clearing in the woods to play in the freshly fallen snow. There, Iris carefully makes a perfect snow angel -- only to find the crumbling gravestone of a young girl, Avery Moore, right beneath her. They discover that Avery's grave is actually part of a neglected and forgotten Black cemetery, dating back to a time when White and Black people were kept separate in life -- and in death. As Iris and Daniel learn more about their town's past, they become determined to restore Avery's grave and finally have proper respect paid to Avery and the others buried there. But they have awakened a jealous and demanding ghost, one that's not satisfied with their plans for getting recognition. One that is searching for a best friend forever -- no matter what the cost.
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Cryptozoology for Beginners by Matt HarryOnly six weeks after a handful of teenage sorcerers defeated a team of anti-magic mercenaries called the Euclideans, Trish, Owen, and Perry are called back into action when they discover that the world’s cryptids (aka magical creatures) are disappearing. They’re partnered with brusque team leader Jacinda Greyeyes and their former nemesis Bryan Ferretti in a mission to travel all over North America, collecting famous cryptids like the jackalope, the chupacabra, and the altamaha-ha. But when another team of teenage sorcerers suddenly vanishes, the spell casters set out for Germany, Egypt, and the Seychelles to uncover why the Euclideans have been abducting and experimenting on magical creatures like the unicorn and the sphinx. The secrets they uncover threaten to divide them, and reveal a truth that will permanently upend the way the world sees sorcery.
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Ali Cross by James PattersonPublished to coincide with the release of the 25th entry in Patterson’s best-selling Alex Cross thrillers, a series debut starring Alex’s son, Ali, follows his desperate search for a missing friend and clues proving his father’s innocence against a backdrop of neighborhood burglaries.
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Edison Beaker, Creature Seeker: The Lost City by Frank CammusoAfter escaping evil Baron Umbra, the sticky Underlings, and other creepy creatures of the Underwhere, Edison Beaker and his young sister, Tesla, are safe at home. And then their creature friend Knox comes calling. She needs help--back on the other side of the Night Door.
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The Unicorn Whispererby Dana SimpsonAs the magic spells Marigold casts to help Phoebe navigate the challenges of school life mount up, both Phoebe and Marigold begin to wonder if sometimes they might be taking things just a little too far.
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The Book of Queens: Legendary Leaders, Fierce Females, and Wonder Women Who Ruled the World by Stephanie Warren DrimmerThey're queens wielding scepters and sitting on thrones, they're revolutionaries on the front lines of change, they're presidents and prime ministers leading their nation, or they're CEOs, scientists, sports legends, and artists who are have risen to the top of their fields. Welcome to The Book of Queens, where being a mighty monarch doesn't just mean wearing a crown. Leaders like these come from all over the globe and have different talents. But most of all? They rule!
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The Book of Kings: Magnificent Monarchs, Notorious Nobles, and Distinguished Dudes Who Ruled the World by Caleb MagyarThey're kings wielding scepters and sitting on thrones, they're revolutionaries on the front lines of change, they're presidents and prime ministers leading their nations, or they're CEOs, scientists, sports legends, and artists who rose to the top of their fields. Welcome to The Book of Kings, where being a mighty monarch doesn't just mean wearing a crown. Leaders like these come from all over the globe and have different talents. But most of all? They rule!
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Winter Science by Katie CoppensWhen a melting snowman raises her awareness about climate change, STEAM ambassador Acadia Greene looks for ways to reduce her carbon footprint while discovering scientific principles behind helium balloons, paper airplanes and sledding.
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The Book of Flying Machinesby Neil ClarkCogz, and his mice sidekicks, Nutty and Bolt, are up in the sky, looking different flying machines. But how do they work? Discover all about forces, learn about wings, find out about the fastest planes in the world, and much more! Covering key STEM themes of engineering, physics, and inventions, and with a fun quiz to test your knowledge, this book will get your child engaged and hands-on with learning.
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The Book of Diggers and Dozersby Neil ClarkC ogz, and his mice sidekicks, Nutty and Bolt, are at a building site, looking at all the different parts of a digger. But how do they work? Discover all about hydraulics, learn about tractors and the jobs they can do, find out about the biggest machines ever made, and much more! Covering key STEM themes of engineering, physics, and inventions, and with a fun quiz to test your knowledge, this book will get your child engaged and hands-on with learning.
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Idols of K-pop: Your Must-have Guide to Who's Who by Malcolm MacKenzie Whether you’re new to K-Pop or a die-hard super fan, Idols of K-Pop is your essential guide to the current K-Pop scene. This unofficial guide features the biggest names in the Korean music genre, including BTS, Blackpink, Twice, Exo, and many more. This guide contains 64 full-color pages all about the world of K-Pop, with up-close photos of the idols, facts, personal info and gossip, candid commentary, and so much more!
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Spies, Lies, and Disguise: The Daring Tricks and Deeds That Won World War II by Jennifer SwansonPoison the cattle that the Germans eat? Deliberately float a corpse dressed up as a spy across the water to have it wash up on Germany’s shore? Create a unit of top secret commandos with a license to kill? These were all real tactics attempted with the ultimate goal of defeating Hitler. In this off-center look at history, readers will be captivated by the classified and covert efforts made by each side as they tried to gain the upper hand and win the war. Restricted access is lifted to give the reader a peek into the top secret operations of the daring men and women who fought the war under a cloak of secrecy.
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Buzzing With Questions: The Inquisitive Mind of Charles Henry Turner by Janice N. HarringtonCharles Henry Turner's mind itched with questions. Fascinated by animals, bugs, and crustaceans, Turner studied their lives. When books didn't answer his questions, he researched, experimented, and looked for answers on his own, even when faced with racial prejudice. Author Janice Harrington and artist Theodore Taylor III capture the life of this scientist and educator, highlighting his unstoppable curiosity and his passion for insects and biology.
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¡Shhh! Tenemos un planby Chris HaughtonUnos amigos intentan repetidamente cazar un pájaro, pero el más pequeño lo estropea siempre saludando con un "¡Hola!" a la presunta presa, que tiene la oportunidad de huir. Los mayores le mandan callar todo el tiempo, diciéndole: "¡Shhh! Tenemos un plan". Pero resulta que este pequeño sabe mejor que nadie cómo se atrae a lo s pájaros...
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Mario y el Agujero en el Cielo: Cómo Un Químico Salvó Nuestro Planeta by Elizabeth RuschMario Molina es un científico mexicoamericano y un héroe de nuestros días que ayudó a resolver la crisis de la capa de ozono de la década de 1980. Se crió en la Ciudad de México y desde niño sintió curiosidad por los mundos ocultos que estudiaba a través de un microscopio. De joven, ya viviendo en California, descubrió que el clorofluorocarbono, o CFC, que se usa en millones de refrigeradores y aerosoles, estaba haciendo un agujero en la capa de ozono que protege la Tierra. Mario tuvo que alertar al mundo... ¡y rápido! Mario fue galardonado con el premio Nobel y con la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad. Su inspiradora historia es una esperanza en la lucha contra el calentamiento global.
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