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Blip!: TOON Level 1

Barnaby Richards · Toon Books
Pages: 40
Format: Print book

Using the sparsest vocabulary, Barnaby Richards creates a visually stunning world explored by a robot whose language consists solely of the word "Blip". As readers follow the robot's journey, they will delight in the surreal vistas and remarkable inhabitants of the planet,...
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Persuading Miss Doover

Robin Pulver · Holiday House
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Miss Doover struggles to teach her students how to write persuasive essays--with hilarious results--in this picture book filled with laughter and helpful tips. Samir and Jack are in the doghouse after an incident involving a whoopee cushion and an unflattering drawing of the principal....
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Sally Ride

Erin Edison · Capstone Press
Format: Book

Explore the life and achievements of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space.
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Marvel's The Avengers Reading Adventures

Marvel · Little, Brown & Company, 2015.
Pages: 190
Format: Print book

Read six awesome Super Hero stories in this Marvel's Avengers leveled reader collection. Join the action with Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Hawkeye, Black Widow, and Nick Fury as they fight against evil and protect humankind! 2015 MARVEL
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Game Over, Super Rabbit Boy! A Branches Book

Thomas Flintham · Branches/Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 80
Format: Print book

Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina....
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Grumpy Feet

Lisa Stubbs · Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

The imaginary friend of a very grumpy little girl is determined to cheer her up in this lovely story that celebrates imagination, friendship, and sharing.Lily loves to draw, but today something feels different. Things feel a little frumpy and bumpy, just not so and not quite right. Her pencils...
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Paper Beads from Africa: Charities Started by Kids!

Melissa Sherman Pearl · Cherry Lake Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Kids can make a difference too! In this How Do They Help? collection featuring charities started by children, readers will explore the ways Paper Beads from Africa contributes positively to the world. Discover this nonprofit's work and what problems they look to solve while fostering...
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Sol-Ray Man and the Freaky Flood #2

Jane Kelley · Grosset & Dunlap
Pages: 96
Format: Paperback

Zing, zong, zing. Brain flash! A visiting superhero. Broken water pipes. Alligators? It's time for an Escapade!Clint McCool always has a lot of great ideas. That's what makes him such a great hero. But sometimes he has too many great ideas. Armed with his super-powered cap, his brain...
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My Pet Human Takes Center Stage

Yasmine Surovec · Roaring Brook
Pages: 112
Format: Print book

The adorable My Pet Human series continues at school, where Oliver and Freckles star in the pet club's talent show.Freckles is new at her elementary school, and Oliver wants to be sure she finds her niche. So when she joins the pet club and gets roped into putting on a talent show to raise...
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The Moon's Almost Here

Patricia MacLachlan · Margaret K. McElderry Books
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Newbery medalist Patricia MacLachlan and Caldecott Honor and Newbery Honor winner Tomie dePaola have joined forces to create a stunning and lyrical new bedtime picture book that's sure to become an instant classic.The moon's almost here. Robin sings in her nest. Babies fly back to her,...
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My Very First Mother Goose

Iona Opie · Candlewick Press
Pages: 108
Format: Print book

To a small child, words are magical. And the most magical of all are the beloved, venerable words of Mother Goose. Now folklorist Iona Opie has gathered more than sixty treasured rhymes in their most perfect, honest form. From "Hey Diddle, Diddle" and "Pat-a-Cake"...
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The Thumbtack Dancer

LESLIE TYRON · Alazar Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Gus is a most promising, most energetic and most talented young dancer who figures out how to make enough money to upgrade his tip-a-tap thumbtack sneakers to a new pair of real tap shoes that could slap-a-dee-dap, slap-a-dee-dap on a real dance floor. He uses his public street dancing...
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SUPER TURBO VS. THE PENCIL POINTER

LEE KIRBY · LITTLE SIMON
Format: Print book

He's not just the class pet hamster, he's SUPER TURBO! Super Turbo battles the evil Pencil Pointer in this third book of the Super Turbo chapter book series.You know Turbo as the hamster sidekick from the Captain Awesome books. But ever wonder what actually goes on when the last school...
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Visiting U.S. Symbols Golden Gate Bridge, Grades PK - 2

K.A. Robertson · Ready Readers
Pages: 16
Format: Paperback

In Golden Gate Bridge, readers will explore the meaning behind this world famous suspension bridge located in San Francisco, California. This 16-page book uses colorful images and informative text to explain the history and symbolism of this structure as a symbol of creativity in the United...
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Hugs and Kisses for the Grouchy Ladybug

Eric Carle · HarperCollins
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

From the World of Eric Carle comes a brand-new book starring the Grouchy Ladybug, a favorite character for over 40 years!Perfect for fans of Love from the Hungry Caterpillar, this reminds us that that hugs and kisses truly make the world go 'round and that we all need love, even when we're...
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