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The Secret Life of Squirrels: A Love Story

Nancy Rose · Little
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Love is in the air with the third book in the popular series featuring photographs of wild squirrels "The Secret Life of Squirrels: A Love Story "is the companion to the picture books "The Secret Life of Squirrels "and "Merry Christmas, Squirrels "Featuring...
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The Riddlemaster

Kevin Crossley-Holland · Tradewind Books
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Anouk, Ben and Cara dream of a fabulous treasure buried on the golden island across the harbor. A mysterious and grizzled old man offers them passage on his boat, but only if they can solve seven vexing riddles. If they succeed, a strange and magical prize awaits them. Enchanting illustrations...
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My Quiet Ship

Hallee Adelman · Albert Whitman & Company
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Whenever the yelling in his house starts, Quinn runs to a special hiding place. There he becomes captain of the Quiet Ship, where he can get far, far away from the yelling that hurts his ears and makes him feel scared. But one day the Quiet Ship is broken and Quinn needs a new plan, one that...
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Dentist Trip

Scholastic · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Paperback

Peppa and George are going to the dentist today. It's George's first visit, so he's a little nervous--but Peppa shows him that a trip to the dentist can be lots of fun!
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Hello School!

Priscilla Burris · Nancy Paulsen Books
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Cozy illustrations make this the perfect introduction to the joy of school.A diverse class of excited youngsters are about to start school and experience all its wonders! Small moments like discovering one's own cubby space and big moments like a first nature walk are all brought to life...
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Have You Seen My Dragon?

Steve Light · Candlewick Press
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Enter a fascinating, ornately drawn cityscape and help a boy find his dragon while counting objects from hot dogs to traffic lights.In the heart of the city, among the taxis and towers, a small boy travels uptown and down, searching for his friend. Readers will certainly spot the glorious...
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Thank You, Mr. Panda / Gracias, Sr. Panda

Steve Antony · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback

Generous Mr. Panda is giving away presents to all his animal friends, including a mouse, an octopus, an elephant, and a lemur, but they aren't being very grateful about the gifts they receive. It may be because the presents aren't quite right. Mouse receives a sweater that's...
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Mermaid School

JoAnne Wetzel · Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Starting school is always exciting... especially when you're a mermaid! From schools of fish to the A B Seas, this whimsical underwater tale puts a fun twist on what to expect on the first day of school.It's Molly's first day at mermaid school, and there's so much to learn! Follow the mermaids...
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This Little President: A Presidential Primer

Joan Holub · Little Simon, 2016.
Pages: 26
Format: Print book

Learn all about the US presidents with this fun and colorful board book perfect for leaders-in-training!Leading our country. Helping you and me. Keeping all fifty states safe, happy, and free. Little presidents have a great big job. Now even the youngest patriots can learn about America's...
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Bob Books Set 3- Word Families

Bobby Lynn Maslen · Scholastic Paperbacks
Pages: 12
Format: Paperback

Bob Books Set 3 adds something new for young readers. Consonant blends gently introduce new concepts to the progressing reader. Consistent vowel sounds and lots of three-letter-word practice mean your child continues to enjoy reading success. In addition to eight story books, two Activity...
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Mouse's First Fall

Lauren Thompson · Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

One cool day Mouse and Minka venture out to play. From leaves of all colors -- red, yellow, orange, and brown -- to leaves of all shapes and sizes -- from pointy to round -- Mouse learns that fall is a season full of fun! And before the day is done he just might take the biggest "leap"...
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Our New Kittens

Theo Heras · Pajama Press
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover

These two young brothers have waited weeks to welcome their new kittens, and they are determined to do a good job taking care of them. They help their new pets explore their food and water dishes, their litter boxes, and a comfy bed, trying to keep quiet and gentle so the kittens will feel...
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Do Not Bring Your Dragon to the Library

Julie Gassman · Picture Window Books
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Have you ever thought about bringing your dragon to the library? Don't do it! You might have the best intentions, but that dragon will cause nothing but trouble. Using rhyming text and a diverse cast of characters, this charming picture book will provide some important and some not so important...
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Bouncing Berry Hunt!

COURTNEY CARBONE · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 24
Format: Paperback

A storybook starring Nickelodeon's Nella the Princess Knight and her friends!Are you ready for a royal scavenger hunt? Join Nickelodeon's Nella the Princess Knight as she searches for feathers, keys, and bouncing berries. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will love this full-color storybook,...
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Richard Scarry's A Day at the Fire Station (Pictureback(R))

Richard Scarry · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 24
Format: Paperback

Drippy and Sticky the house painters have come to paint the Busytown Fire Station. But with Smokey and the other brave firefighters rushing in and out to rescue people, there are quite a few wet paint mishaps! Filled with information about firefighters and Scarry’s sense of fun, this...
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