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Picnic

John Burningham · Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

The renowned John Burningham is in classic form with a simple story of a boy, a girl, and some animal friends that invites the child listener to join in. One day, Boy and Girl head down the hill with a picnic basket and meet a fancily dressed Sheep, Pig, and Duck. They all set off to find...
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There's a Bear on My Chair

Ross Collins · Nosy Crow
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Poor Mouse! A bear has settled in his favorite chair, and that chair just isn't big enough for two. Mouse tries all kinds of tactics to move pesky Bear, but nothing works. Once Mouse has gone, Bear gets up and walks home. But what's that? Is that a mouse in Bear's house?
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The Ugly Dumpling

Stephanie Campisi · Mighty Media Kids
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

"A whimsical story about being different, and the power of love." - Wendy Orr, author of Nim's Island and The Princess and Her PantherIt's not easy being the ugliest dumpling in a dim sum restaurant. Uneaten and ignored, the ugly dumpling is down in the dumps. But when...
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Night Job

KAREN HESSE · Candlewick
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

With lyrical narration and elegant, evocative artwork, Newbery Medalist Karen Hesse and illustrator G. Brian Karas share the nighttime experience of a father and child.When the sun sets, Dad's job as a school custodian is just beginning. What is it like to work on a Friday night while the rest...
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Hare and Tortoise

Alison Murray · Candlewick Press
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Alison Murray offers an enchanting retelling of a much-loved Aesop's fable with a mischievous twist.Hare (Leapus swifticus) can barely stay still for a minute. He's the fastest on the farm. Tortoise (Slow and steadicus) can stay still for a very long time. She has occasionally...
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Alphaprints: Easter Fun!

Roger Priddy · Priddy Books
Pages: 12
Format: Print book

There are bouncing bunnies, dancing daffodils, and shiny Easter eggs inside this charming touch-and-feel board book for babies and toddlers. The fun Alphaprints pictures are created by adding photographs of everyday things to big, bold, embossed fingerprints, and little hands will love...
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Disney Guess Who, Sofia!

Sofia the First Disney · Reader's Digest; BRDBK edition
Format: Hardcover

The next book in the bestselling Guess Who series features Disneys newest princess, Sofia with five peek-a-boo flaps and glitter cover! Sofia is learning how to become of princess with the help of her family and animal friends. As they read, kids will love guessing who is hiding under each...
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Mitzi Tulane, Preschool Detective in The Secret Ingredient

LAUREN MCLAUGHLIN · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Not even the smallest clue gets past this preschool private eye!Just as Mitzi is about to enjoy a nice muffin her Dad made, her friend Max stops her in her tracks! He has a sneaking suspicion that there is something funny about this muffin -- so the two of them set off on an investigation...Kids...
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Groundhug Day

Anne Marie Pace · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Moose is having a Valentine's Day party, and all his friends are so excited! Everyone except Groundhog, that is. If Groundhog sees his shadow outside, he'll hide in his hole for six more weeks and miss the party! Determined to help their friend join them, Moose, Squirrel, Bunny,...
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Presents Through the Window: A Taro Gomi Christmas Book

TaroÌ? Gomi · Chronicle Books
Pages: 36
Format: Print book

Pink suit. Moustache. Helicopter. This may not be your ordinary Santa, but it's still a daunting Christmas Eve challenge! There are so many presents to deliver, and so little time. It's a good thing Santa has a plan. He'll just peek into every window and toss in a gift. Done! The trouble...
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Little Big Girl

Claire Keane · Dial Books
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

A touching picture book about an older sister's unconditional love for her new baby brotherMatisse is a little girl in a big world. Despite her size, she gets to have all sorts of grand adventures, like seeing the big sights of the city, making big messes, and taking big naps when her little...
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Bringing the Outside In

Mary McKenna Siddals · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

A rollicking book that reminds young readers to go outside and play! "We're bringing the outside in, oh, bringing the outside in. . . ." Nothing takes the place of splashing in a puddle or jumping into a pile of autumn leaves. Along with the mud and sand that gets tracked...
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Caillou Takes a Nap

Anne Paradis · Caillou; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Caillou is absorbed in his construction project. He is building a magnificent castle that he wants to surround with a fortress. But as the day goes on, Caillou has more and more trouble with his project. A nap restores Caillous energy so that he can finish his work. A nap is a healthy and necessary...
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Me and My Dad!

Alison Ritchie · Tiger Tales
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Little Bear and his dad do wonderful things - exploring high in the mountains, swimming in the rain, and telling stories. And best of all, they do everything together! A warm, funny celebration of the special bond between father and child.
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Goldilocks and the Just Right Potty

LEIGH HODGKINSON · Nosy Crow
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Little Goldilocks wants to wear underwear - big-girl underwear that's not too silly and not too frilly, but just right. But that means she also needs to find the "just right" potty. Will she know when she needs to go? And will she get to the potty in time? Find out in this lighthearted...
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