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Max Attacks

Kathi Appelt · Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Fish and birds and lizards and socks ... is there anything Max won't attack? Watch your ankles and find out in this clever, rhyming picture book about a very naughty kitty cat.Max is a cat. He attacks. From socks to strings to many a fish, attacking, for Max, is most de-lish. But how many...
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Someday, Narwhal

Lisa Mantchev · Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

In this charming companion to the award-winning picture book Strictly No Elephants, a tiny narwhal discovers that sometimes the difference between staying home and a big adventure is a group of loving friends.Red front door. Potted plant. Umbrella stand. Piano. Red front door. Potted plant....
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Who Hatches the Egg?: All About Eggs

Tish Rabe · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

The Cat in the Hat introduces young readers to nature's perfect package! Young readers will be delighted to join the Cat in the Hat as he cracks open the science of eggs - from the different animals that lay them to the amazing shapes, sizes, and colors they can be! An ideal choice...
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Turning Pages: My Life Story

Sonia Sotomayor · Philomel Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor tells her own story for young readers for the very first time!As the first Latina Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor has inspired young people around the world to reach for their dreams. But what inspired her? For young Sonia, the answer was books!...
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Fresh-Picked Poetry: A Day at the Farmers' Market

Michelle Schaub · Charlesbridge
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

This collection of poems takes young readers to a day at an urban farmers' market. Who to see, what to eat, and how produce is grown - it's all so exciting, fresh, and delicious. Readers are invited to peruse the stands and inspect vendors' wares with poems like "Farmer Greg's Free-Range...
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Princess Posey and the First-Grade Boys

Stephanie Greene · Puffin Books
Pages: 84
Format: Print book

"Posey is the perfect fictional friend for any first-grade girl." - Kirkus ReviewsPosey takes on boys (and bullying) in the eighth book in this charming chapter book series for first grade readers!Will Posey ever be able to get along with boys? Probably not. They barely ever...
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President Squid

Aaron Reynolds · Chronicle Books
Pages: 44
Format: Hardcover

Join Aaron Reynolds and Sara Varon as they explore the ideal qualities of leaders, diplomats...and giant squid. Squid knows all about being president. It means living in a big house, doing all the talking - oh, and having a tie is crucial. He's all set! In the next election, make a more...
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Jinx and the Doom Fight Crime!

Lisa Mantchev · Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

"An exuberant picture book ... Fabulously fun artwork ... Fighting crime definitely takes imagination." - The Wall Street Journal "This tale offers the refreshing twist of sibling friendship that parents will applaud. Jinx and the Doom will captivate readers with their irresistible...
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Jerome By Heart

Thomas Scotto · Enchanted Lion Books
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

This story follows a little boy named Raphael, whose daily rhythm is steeped in his immense affection for his friend Jerome. The two boys share jokes and snacks and plan future adventures to the Himalayas. Even when Raphael's constant talk of Jerome is driving his parents crazy, he remains...
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We Came to America

Faith Ringgold · Alfred A. Knopf
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

A timely and beautiful look at America s rich history of diversity, from Faith Ringgold, the Coretta Scott King and Caldecot Honor winning creator of "Tar Beach" "" From the Native Americans who first called this land their home, to the millions of people who have flocked...
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Pete the Cat and the Lost Tooth

JAMES DEAN · HarperCollins
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers along for a fun and surprising adventure with Pete the Cat!In Pete the Cat and the Lost Tooth, the tooth fairy asks Pete for some help. But it's not easy being the tooth fairy for Pete when a tooth goes missing - will...
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I am Gandhi

Brad Meltzer · Dial Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Gandhi's peaceful revolution is the focus of this picture book, part of the inspiring New York Times bestselling biography series about heroes. As a young man in India, Gandhi saw firsthand how people were treated unfairly. Refusing to accept injustice, he came up with a brilliant way to fight...
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Wild Insects and Spiders!

Chris Kratt · Random House
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

PBS's successful animated show Wild Kratts joins the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as they travel to animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education with fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love...
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Why Is the Sea Salty?: And Other Questions about Oceans

Benjamin Richmond · Sterling Children's Books
Format: Book

What kinds of animals live in the sea? What causes tides and waves? And exactly how deep is the ocean, anyway? From the water cycle and  ocean zones to fun facts about how some lost rubber duckies ended up helping ocean scientists, this Good Question! book teaches kids about the life...
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True Stories of Animal Heroes

Arnold Ringstad · Child's World
Format: Print book

From School Library Journal Gr 2-4-Each of these title includes nine narratives about unusual animal events. The lesser-known stories, such as a bike-riding dog (Animal Tricks and Talents) and a water-squirting octopus (Animal Antics) , are mixed with more widely known...
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