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I am Sonia Sotomayor

Brad Meltzer · Dial Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, is the subject of the sixteenth picture book in the New York Times bestselling series of biographies about heroes.This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire...
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The Season of Styx Malone

Kekla Magoon · Wendy Lamb Books
Pages: 304
Format: Hardcover

This lively and diverse middle-grade story from the award-winning author of How It Went Down has the warmth of a modern-day The Watsons go to Birmingham--1963.Caleb Franklin and his big brother Bobby Gene have the whole summer for adventures in the woods behind their house in Sutton, Indiana....
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Inkling

KENNETH OPPEL · Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages: 240
Format: Hardcover

From the acclaimed author of The Nest, The Boundless, and Airborn comes a brilliantly funny, breakout book about a boy who discovers an ink blot that's come to life! Perfect for those who love Hoot and Frindle and sure to be a hit with kids everywhere!The Rylance family is stuck. Dad's...
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Start Now!: You Can Make a Difference

ANONYMOUS. · Philomel Books
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

For the youngest activists among us, a book geared just for them full offacts, stories, and tips on how to change the world, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Chelsea Clinton.What can I do to help save endangered animals? How can I eat healthy? Why do Ineed to cover my mouth when...
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My Family Celebrates Thanksgiving

Lisa Bullard · Lerner Pub Group
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Turkey! Mashed potatoes! Pie! These things help make Thanksgiving great, but the holiday is about much more than eating. Learn all about the origins of Thanksgiving and why it's celebrated.
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Valentine's Day

JULIE MURRAY · Abdo Kids Junior
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Valentine's Day celebrates the feast day of St. Valentine. People other than Christians celebrate it because it has become more about showing ones fondness for friends and loved. Readers will learn that many people celebrate this holiday by giving cards and gifts, baking sweet treats,...
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Basketball

Julie Murray · Abdo Kids Junior
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Kids love reading about and playing basketball! This simple title will introduce young readers to the basic rules of the game and what gear is needed to play. Diagrams of the court or field and photos of both professional and kid athletes make these titles extra fun.Aligned to Common Core...
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Earth Day

Erika S Manley · Jump!, Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

In Earth Day, young readers will learn about this holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
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Labor Day

ERIKA S MANLEY · Jump!, Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

In Labor Day, young readers will learn about this American holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.
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Octopuses

Mari C Schuh · Amicus
Pages: 16
Format: Library Binding

A countdown of five of the most fascinating beetles provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these solitary, widespread insects.
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Jellyfish

Mari C Schuh · Amicus
Pages: 16
Format: Library Binding

A countdown of five of the most fascinating ants provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these hairy, biting insects.
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Track and Field

Kaitlyn Duling · Jump!, Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Let's compete! Through large, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text, Track and Field introduces beginning readers to the basics of the sport and encourages them to try track and field themselves. A labeled diagram helps readers identify the events adn equipment, and a picture...
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Figure Skating

ERIKA S MANLEY · Jump!, Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Lace on skates and head to the ice rink! Through large, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text, Figure Skating introduces beginning readers to the basics of the sport and encourages them to try figure skating themselves. A labeled diagram helps readers identify basic figure skating...
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Sun! One in a Billion

Stacy McAnulty · Henry Holt and Co.
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From the author of Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years comes a new picture book about space -- this time starring our Sun!Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star -- he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible. With characteristic humor and charm,...
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The Big Book of the Blue

Yuval Zommer · Thames & Hudson
Pages: 61
Format: Hardcover

After The Big Book of Bugs and The Big Book of Beasts, the hugely successful seriesFollowing the wild success of The Big Book of Bugs and The Big Book of Beasts, The Big Book of the Blue is the third installment in Yuval Zommer's beloved series. Alongside everything the young oceanographer...
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A Day With Firefighters

Jodie Shephard · Children's Press
Format: Book

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a police officer or a firefighter? Turn to the Rookie Read-About Community series to find out! Simple, engaging text and vivid photographs show you what various workers in our communities do—and the contributions they make to our daily...
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Cool Castles

Sean Kenney · Holt
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Attention young LEGO brick builders: Sean Kenney is back with new ideas and instructions for medieval creations! The "Castle" series is one of the strongest selling brands in the LEGO line. This activity book highlights animals, medieval castles and the knights who stand guard...
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Governor

JULIE MURRAY · Abdo Kids Junior
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Where a governor works and what he or she does are two of the important questions that are answered in this title. Readers will learn other basic information about governors with the simple text and fun photographs that this title has to offer. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
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Mayor

JULIE MURRAY · Abdo Kids Junior
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Where a mayor works and what he or she does are two of the important questions that are answered in this title. Readers will learn other basic information about mayors with the simple text and fun photographs that this title has to offer. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
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