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Telephone

Mac Barnett · Chronicle Books
Pages: 40
Format: Print book

It's time to fly home for dinner! In this witty picture book from award-winning and bestselling author Mac Barnett, a mother bird gives the bird next to her a message for little Peter. But passing messages on a telephone line isn't as simple as it sounds. Each subsequent bird understands...
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Slingshot and Burp

Richard Haynes · Candlewick Press (MA)
Pages: 112
Format: Hardcover

Yippee-ki-yay! Saddle up and hit the dusty trail with the wildest bike-ridin' kid cowboys west of the Mississippi!Slingshot and Burp - two pea-shootin', slingshot-totin' cowhands on two wheels - are on the lookout for action. Bleached bones? Bring 'em on! Lost outlaws? Let's...
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My First Horse and Pony Care Book

Judith Draper · Kingfisher
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Because even city kids dream of owning a pony someday! Award-winning author Judith Draper clearly explains every aspect of horse care, from feeding and grooming to tack cleaning and first aid. Packed with top tips, safety hints, and step-by-step instructions, this book ensures that young...
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National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Birds

Catherine D Hughes · National Geographic Kids
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

This beautiful book is the latest addition to the "National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book" series. These colorful pages will introduce young children to the wonders of space, with colorful illustrations by David Aguilar and simple text that is perfect for beginning readers...
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Easter

Rebecca Pettiford · Jump!
Format: Hardcover

In Easter, early readers will learn about the Christian holiday of Easter and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday.,
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Even More Parts

Tedd Arnold · Dial
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

A young boy is worried about what will happen to his body when he hears such expressions as "I'm tongue-tied," "don't give me any of your lip," and "I put my foot in my mouth."
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Viking It and Liking It

Jon Scieszka · Viking Juvenile
Pages: 73
Format: Hardcover

Did you know that our word Thursday comes from the Viking god Thor . . . as in Thor's Day? Neither did the Time Warp Trio. Did you know that if you say "Thursday" over and over again too close to a certain magic Book, you will get sucked back to a. d. 1000 when the Vikings...
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Horses (Animals That Live on the Farm)

JoAnn Early Macken · Weekly Reader Early Learning Library
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Neigh! Neigh! Horses call to one another as they race across a field. These animals are strong and can run very fast. Some people ride horses for fun. Farmers use horses for workto pull wagons or carry loads. Read more about this amazing animal in Horses.
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Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote: A Migrant's Tale

Duncan Tonatiuh · Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Book

In this allegorical picture book, a young rabbit named Pancho eagerly awaits his papa s return. Papa Rabbit traveled north two years ago to find work in the great carrot and lettuce fields to earn money for his family. When Papa does not return, Pancho sets out to find him. He packs Papa...
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Big Mean Mike

Michelle Knudsen · Candlewick Press
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

A laugh-out-loud funny story about not worrying what others think - even if you're big and tough, and your friends are fuzzy and cute.Big Mean Mike is the biggest, toughest dog in the whole neighborhood. He has a big, mean car that he likes to drive around the big, mean streets. Everyone...
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Lionel's Birthday (Easy-to-Read, Dial)

Stephen Krensky · Dial
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

It's a time of questions, wishes, and a search for hidden presents as Lionel prepares to celebrate his birthday. He wonders what it will be like to be older, if there's any way to be sure a birthday wish will come true, and which is more important-getting the right present, or being...
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As an Oak Tree Grows

G. Brian Karas · Nancy Paulsen Books
Format: Hardcover

This inventive picture book relays the events of two hundred years from the unique perspective of a magnificent oak tree, showing how much the world can transform from a single vantage point. From 1775 to the present day, this fascinating framing device lets readers watch as human and animal...
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Bella The Bunny Fairy

Daisy Meadows · Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 65
Format: Paperback

Jack Frost has stolen the Pet Fairies' magical pets! Can Rachel and Kirsty help find them? Or will the pets be lost forever?The Pet Fairies have one of the most important jobs in Fairyland! They work with their special pets to make sure that all animals find safe homes. But now Jack...
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Mermaids

Charlotte Guillain · Read Me!
Format: Print book

This book introduces readers to what mermaids are, how mermaid stories differ across the globe, and where mermaid stories come from.
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