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The Pencil

Susan Avingaq

Susan and her sister, Rebecca, love watching their mother write letters to people in other camps. Their mother has one precious pencil, and she keeps it safe in her box for special things.One afternoon, their mother leaves the iglu to help a neighbour, and Susan, Rebecca,
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Hi, Jack!

Mac Barnett · Viking Books for Young Readers
Pages: 80
Format: Hardcover

From New York Times bestselling author Mac Barnett and Geisel Award-winning illustrator Greg Pizzoli, an uproarious early reader series about a mischievous rabbit, a cranky old lady, and a lovable dog. Meet Jack: He lives in a tree house. His interests include snacks, petty theft, and lipstick...
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Chick and Brain: Smell My Foot!

Cece Bell

From Newbery Honor winner Cece Bell comes an offbeat, pitch-perfect storybook for beginning readers that will have them in fits of giggles."Maybe your foot smells good. Maybe your foot smells great. But I will not smell your foot until you say
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Here and Now

Denos, Julia

Explore identity and connection, inspire curiosity, and prompt engaging discussions about the here and now.
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Grace Goes to Washington

Kelly DiPucchio · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

"Who's in charge here?"When Grace learns about the three branches of the United States government, she and the rest of the student council put the lesson into practice as they debate how to spend the money from a school fund-raiser. Should they buy new sports equipment? Books...
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The Scarecrow

Ferry, Beth

All the animals know not to mess with old Scarecrow. But when a small, scared crow falls from midair, Scarecrow does the strangest thing. . . . Bestselling author Beth Ferry and the widely acclaimed Fan Brothers present this tender and affectionate tale that reminds us o
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Bruce's Big Storm

Ryan T. Higgins · Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Bruce's home is already a full house.But when a big storm brings all his woodland neighbors knocking, he'll have to open his door to a crowd of animals in need of shelter-whether he likes it or not.Readers will love this next installment of the uproarious, award-winning Mother Bruce...
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Two Brothers, One Tail

Richard T. Morris · Philomel Books
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

A sweet and charming picture book about the unending love between a boy and his dog.Two brothers, two handsTwo brothers, four pawsTwo brothers, ten fingersTwo brother, ten clawsWith simple rhyming text by Richard T. Morris and charming illustrations from Jay Fleck, Two Brothers, One Tail...
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Swan Lake

New York City Ballet

In this stunning follow-up to the bestselling The Nutcracker and The Sleeping Beauty, the New York City Ballet presents another timeless tale for a modern ballet lover with Swan Lake.This lavishly illustrated book follows the storyline, choreography, c
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Once Upon a Goat

Richards, Dan

A twisted fairy tale about a king and queen who wish for a child of their own . . . and end up with a baby goat. Perfect for readers of Children Make Terrible Pets and Wolfie the Bunny.Once upon a time, a very prim and proper king and queen begged their fairy
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Mr. Nogginbody Gets a Hammer

David Shannon · Norton Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Beloved picture book creator David Shannon introduces a new character in a satisfyingly silly and subversive take on a familiar parable.If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. After snagging his toe, Mr. Nogginbody makes a visit to his local hardware store in search of solutions....
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Spencer's New Pet

Jessie Sima · Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 56
Format: Hardcover

From the creator of Not Quite Narwhal comes a classic tale of a boy and his dog - except in this unique story, one of them is a balloon!When Spencer gets a new pet, he's excited to do all the things that pets do - taking walks in the park, going to the vet, and attending parties together....
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Tow Truck Joe

June Sobel · HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Joe the Tow and his pup, Patch, are on the go - and always there for a car or truck in need - in this rhyming picture book sure to appeal to fans of Little Blue Truck and Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site!One for all! All for one! We can fix it! Let's have fun! Welcome to Drivedale,...
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This Book of Mine

Stewart, Sarah

A dazzling depiction of the connection between diverse readers of all ages and their books, from beloved author-illustrator team Sarah Stewart and David Small. This Book of Mine is a celebration of the power of reading, of the ways in which books launch our adventure
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A Stone Sat Still

Brendan Wenzel · Chronicle Books
Pages: 56
Format: Hardcover

In this moving companion to the Caldecott Honor-winning They All Saw a Cat, Brendan Wenzel tells the story of a seemingly ordinary stone. But it isn't just a stone - to the animals that use it, it's a resting place, a kitchen, a safe haven...even an entire world. With stunning illustrations...
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