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Who Wants a Tortoise?

David Keane · Alfred A. Knopf
Pages: 40
Format: Print book

"A sweet read-aloud for first-time tortoise owners." --Kirkus, starred reviewCould there be any better pet than a puppy? One young girl is about to find out. From beloved author Dave Keane and acclaimed illustrator K.G. Campbell, a laugh-out-loud story of unexpected friendship!...
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Aardvarks

Megan Borgert-spaniol · Bellwether Media
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces aardvarks to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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Mixed Me!

Taye Diggs · Feiwel and Friends
Pages: 40
Format: Print book

Mom and Dad say I'm a blend of dark and light:
"We mixed you perfectly, and got you just right."

Mike has awesome hair. He has LOTS of energy! His parents love him. And Mike is a PERFECT blend of the two of them.

Still, Mike has to answer LOTS of questions...

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Wild Winter Creatures!

CHRIS KRATT · Random House Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback

The Wild Kratts take off to investigate how different animals survive in the cold in this leveled reader featuring shiny stickers! 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....
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First Words - French

Lonely Planet Kids · Lonely Planet Kids
Pages: 24
Format: Board book

This handy board book is perfect for introducing very young children to the French language. Coming in a convenient travel size, it features 12 words to learn - from sun and shoes to beach and book. Each word is accompanied with a beautiful illustration and pronunciation guide to make the vocabulary...
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Heidi Heckelbeck Gets the Sniffles

Wanda Coven · Little Simon
Format: Hardcover

Everyones favorite witch has the sniffles! Will she be able to sneeze out a spell to cure herself in time for the fall harvest festival? Heidi Heckelbeck is all excited about Brewsters fall festival. She cant wait to go through the haunted barn with her friend Lucy. But when Heidi starts...
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Passenger Trains

Christina Leighton · Bellwether Media
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Passenger trains have all kinds of carsbaggage cars, lounge cars, dining cars, and sleeper cars. They often need to keep riders comfortable for multi-day trips. This title shows beginning readers a train type that works day and night to take passengers long distances.
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Welcome to Yosemite National Park

Pamela Dell · Childs World Inc
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

A tour through California's Yosemite National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Half Dome, El Capitan, the Merced River, Tuolumne Meadows, and John Muir are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table...
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Take a Closer Look at Your Heart

Janet Slike · Child's World
Format: Print book

Takes a closer look at the heart's role in the circulatory system and our every day actions. Explains how to find your own pulse, how the heart pumps blood, and offers heart-healthy exercising and eating tips.
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Bikes Go!

Sean MacDumont · Gareth Stevens Pub
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Explains how bikes work, why people ride them, and names some places people go on their bikes.
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When the Wind Blew

Petra Brown · Sleeping Bear Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

While Big Bear and Little Bear are snuggled up for the night, a wild storm rages. The bears wake up to find that the wind has knocked down all of the trees in their forest, they'll have to move. Little Bear is distraught. He loves their home! But Big Bear helps him understand that home...
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Children's Illustrated Dictionary

DK · DK Children
Format: Hardcover

With new photography and added words, DKs well-loved Childrens Illustrated Dictionary is now revised and updated! Featuring thousands of entries and definitions, including core vocabulary and relevant words for young people in the modern world, this comprehensive guide includes a unique...
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Fancy Nancy: JoJo and the Twins

JANE O'CONNOR · HarperCollins
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover


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Heidi Heckelbeck Is the Bestest Babysitter!

Wanda Coven · Little Simon
Format: Hardcover

Heidi Heckelbeck wants to prove she can make it in the babysitting business, but shell need a little magic and a lot of help from her friends! Heidi Heckelbeck is eager to start babysitting, but her mom doesnt think shes old enough yet. To prove shes ready to be responsible, Heidi teams...
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It's Springtime, Mr. Squirrel

Sebastian Meschenmoser · NorthSouth Books
Pages: 64
Format: Hardcover

It's springtime and bees, flowers, and love are in the air!

When Mr. Squirrel's friend, the hedgehog, catches sight of an attractive lady hedgehog, he isn't sure what to do to win her heart. What a stroke of luck that he has a friend like Mr. Squirrel, who can help him.

Mr....
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