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The Epic Adventures of Huggie & Stick

Drew Daywalt · Philomel Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From Drew Daywalt, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit, comes a hilarious buddy-comedy picture book starring a grouchy stuffed bunny and a happy-go-lucky stick.When super cheerful Stick and grumpy stuffed bunny Huggie get thrown from a backpack, the adventure...
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Hello, Fall!: A Picture Book

Deborah Diesen · Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

A grandfather and his granddaughter welcome fall in this sweet, whimsical story about finding beauty and wonder in every moment. Fall is here! Colorful leaves whisper to each other. Geese honk as they flock across the sky. Pumpkins listen patiently from their patch. The season announces...
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Anna at the Art Museum

HAZEL HUTCHINS · Annick Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Going to the art museum with her mom is no fun at all for Anna. Everything is old and boring and there are so many rules: Don't Touch! Do Not Enter! Quiet! A vigilant guard keeps a close eye on the energetic little girl, but even so, Anna manages to set off an alarm and almost tip over...
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Go to Sleep, Little Creep

David Quinn · Crown Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

A rhyming picture book with humor and heart that's a wonderful bedtime addition for the "little monster" in your life. Includes illustrations from bestselling author/illustrator Ashley Spires of The Most Magnificent Thing.Even monsters have to go to sleep. But before little...
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I Am Not a Fox

Karina Wolf · G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

A curious creature that looks like a fox but acts like a dog sets out to find where he belongs in this charming tale of self-discovery and friendship perfect for fans of Gaston and Not Quite Narwhal.When Luca first arrives at the dog park, the other dogs turn him away. "You're...
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We Love Dinosaurs

Lucy Volpin · Nosy Crow
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Whether they're big, small, fast, slow, striped, spotted, or anything in between, dinosaurs are just so lovable! With rhyming text and bright watercolor illustrations, this joyful read is perfect for little ones who love dinosaurs.
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Who Will I Be?

NOT AVAILABLE. · HarperCollins
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

This inspiring debut picture book from Fox & Friends anchor - and new mom! - Abby Huntsman explores the value of service and the extraordinary power of giving back. When Isabel's teacher asks her students who they want to be when they grow up, Isabel doesn't have an answer....
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Something Smells!

Blake Liliane Hellman · Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Elliot wakes up one morning to the most terrible smell. But what could it be? Find out in this gentle introduction to hygiene that's stinkin' adorable!One morning, Elliot wakes up and smells something awful. Is it the trash? No ... The dog? No ... Dad? His sister? The baby? Grandma's...
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Simon and the Big, Bad, Angry Beasts: A Book about Anger

Ian De Haes · Flyaway Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

When Simon gets mad, he gets REALLY mad. So mad that big, bad, angry beasts appear. At first Simon loves having the beasts around to help scare off anyone who upsets him, but over time he realizes that no one wants to be around him or the beasts. This makes Simon sad, so he decides to try to still...
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Super Manny Cleans Up!

Kelly DiPucchio · Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Manny and his pal Gertie stand up for the environment - because every superhero needs a planet worth saving - in this companion to Super Manny Stands Up! from New York Times bestselling author Kelly DiPucchio and illustrator Stephanie Graegin.Every weekend, Manny and Gertie put on their...
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That's Not Hockey!

Andree Poulin · Annick Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

The legendary goalie who revolutionized the game of hockey. Young Jacques Plante's way of playing hockey may look different from everyone else's. Instead of a puck, he uses a tennis ball, and his shin pads are made out of potato sacks and wooden slats. But that's not going to stop...
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Quiet Please, Owen McPhee!

TRUDY JEAN LUDWIG · Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From the author-illustrator team who brought you The Invisible Boy comes the story of a boy who won't stop talking--until he gets laryngitis. You don't have to be a chatterbox to appreciate this tale of listening and learning.Owen McPhee doesn't just like to talk, he LOVES to talk....
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Duck on a Disco Ball

Jeff Mack · Two Lions
Format: Hardcover

Every night it's the same old story. A boy wants to stay up late, but his parents won't let him. But sometimes in the morning, he notices things look a little off - like when he sees a disco ball in the kitchen ... with his toy duck on it. So one night he decides to stay up. And that's...
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Mixed: A Colorful Story

Arree Chung · Henry Holt & Company
Pages: 40
Format: Print book

Each believing that their hue is the best, the three primary colors live in separate parts of the city until Yellow and Blue meet, fall in love, and decide to mix.
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I'm Tough!

KATE MCMULLAN · Balzer + Bray
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From the popular creators of I Stink! and I'm Dirty! comes the perfect tough addition to their noisy series: a pick-up truck!I'm not the BIGGEST TRUCK in the parking lot . . . but when my cargo bed's PACKED and STACKEDI've got what it takes to HAUL it ALL! You can count on me - I'll get the job done!...
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Monster Boogie

Laurie Berkner · Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Laurie Berkner, "the queen of children's music" (People) , pairs the lyrics of her infectious hit song with Ben Clanton's whimsical illustrations in this groovy and adorable picture book - a must-have for fans of Laurie, dancing, and all things monstrous!I'm the biggest...
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Winter Is Here

Kevin Henkes · Greenwillow Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From Caldecott Medalist and Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes and acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, the bestselling and award-winning creators of When Spring Comes and In the Middle of Fall, this picture book about winter celebrates the sights, sounds, and smells of the season. Snow falls,...
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The Gift That I Can Give

Kathie Lee Gifford · Thomas Nelson
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

God, will You show meThe gift that I can giveAs I grow and loveAnd learn how to live?Help your children discover that they don't have to wait until they are grownups to make the world a better place! The Gift That I Can Give helps children find unique ways to make a difference today...
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Even Superheroes Make Mistakes

SHELLY BECKER · Sterling Children's Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

What do young superheroes do when they've blundered and bungled? They don't get mad; they get SMART! This fun follow-up to Even Superheroes Have Bad Days teaches kids another humorous lesson in overcoming adversity. Even superheroes sometimes slip up and err. And when that happens,...
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Elbow Grease

John Cena · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From superstar entertainer John Cena comes a new picture-book series all about perseverance and believing in yourself, featuring a little monster truck named Elbow Grease!Meet Elbow Grease, a little monster truck with a big problem! He's smaller than his four brothers, but wants to prove...
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I Just Like You

Suzanne Bloom · Boyds Mills Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

From the author-illustrator of the award-winning Goose and Bear series comes an endearing picture book about friendship and tolerance for children ages 3-7. A sweet group of young animals shows readers that even though others might look, talk, or walk differently, we can like each other...
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Pete the Cat: Three Bite Rule

NOT AVAILABLE. · HarperFestival
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Based on the Amazon Prime Video original series that was inspired by the classic bestselling picture book series!Pete the Cat is whipping up a delicious dish for his class's potluck. Pete can't wait to share his banana casserole with his classmates. It's his favorite lunch!But...
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Small Walt and Mo the Tow

Elizabeth Verdick · Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Small Walt befriends a tow truck when he comes across a car in need of help in this irresistible companion to Small Walt, which Kirkus Reviews called "charming and endearing" in a starred review.We're Gus and Walt We plow and we salt We clear the snow so the Cars can go! A bitter...
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So Many Sounds

TIM MCCANNA · Abrams Appleseed
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover

Listen! Do you hear a sound? Noises come from all around. Soft and gentle, loud and clear. Oh so many sounds to hear! SoMany Sounds is a wonderful rhyming read-aloud featuring everyday sounds and a refrain that children will love repeating. The playful text and illustrations are sure to delight...
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Thank You, Omu!

Oge Mora · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

In this remarkable author-illustrator debut that's perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street and Extra Yarn as well as for the Thanksgiving season, a generous woman is rewarded by her community.Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they...
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