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Clean-Up Time (Toddler Tools)

Elizabeth Verdick · Free Spirit Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Board book

Toddlers will look forward to clean-up time with this simple rhyming book that encourages them to chant along as they tidy up. Young children learn to work together to put items in their place, make a neater space, keep a smile on their face—and make room for more fun. Delightful illustrations...
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Buggy Bug

Chris Raschka · Abrams Appleseed
Format: Hardcover

Theme: Wanting attention. Buggy Bug has something to say. But what could it be? We may never know, in this pitch-perfect portrait of the inconsistencies of toddlerhood. Buggy Bug’s insistence on attention—and then denial of attention—will prompt giggles upon each reading....
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Out and About: A First Book of Poems

Shirley Hughes · Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

The internationally acclaimed Shirley Hughes offers a treasury of seasonal poems that evoke the day-to-day experiences of the very young.In this joyous collection of poems, Katie and her little brother, Olly, are ready for whatever each day offers—sunshine, wind, rain, mist, or snow....
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Little Boo

Stephen Wunderli · Henry Holt and Company, 2014.
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

The leaves fall, the wind blows, and one little pumpkin seed tries and tries to be scary. But he doesn't scare anyone . . . not the snowflakes in winter, not the bees in spring, not even the watering can!The wind tells him to be patient -- he'll be scary soon enough. But waiting is hard....
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Hello Kitty, Hello Summer!

Jean Hirashima · Harry N. Abrams; Brdbk edition
Format: Book

Hello Kitty, hello seasonal fun! This sunny board book depicts our favorite star and her cast of friends enjoying all that summer has to offer: swimming, ice cream cones, and more! With sparse text and irresistible original scenic art, this title is part of the newest series of Hello Kitty...
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Isa's Flower Garden

Random House · Random House Childrens Books
Pages: 12
Format: Hardcover

Girls ages 0 to 3 will frolic with Nickelodeon's Dora the Explorer in this spring-themed board book featuring sparkly glitter on the cover and on every page.
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A Mammoth in the Fridge

Micha? Escoffier · 21st Century Publishing
Pages: 1
Format: Hardcover

A hilarious picture book with a surprise twist at the end! Noah discovers a mammoth in the fridge. At first, his father doesn't believe him - but the evidence is too strong. It's sitting in the fridge! They call the fire department, but the mammoth slips past their net and hides...
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The Cat in the Hat Comes Back

Dr. Seuss · Random House Books for Young Readers; Book Club Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

The Cat in the Hat returns for more out-of-control fun in this wintry Beginner Book by Dr. Seuss. Its a snowy day and Dick and Sally are stuck shoveling . . . until the Cat in the Hat arrives to liven things up to say the least!. Featuring the Cats helpers Little Cat A, Little Cat B, and so on, and ending...
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I Play

David McPhail · Roaring Brook Press
Pages: 12
Format: Hardcover

Run, sing, dance, and hop--follow Bear on his energetic romp! From David McPhail comes a board book of early concept words. In I Play, a charming bear demonstrates children's favorite action verbs, allowing children to replicate Bear's movements and learn the words for the things...
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Everywhere a Moo, Moo

Scholastic Inc. · Childrens Pr; Brdbk edition
Format: Hardcover

Sing Along Toddler books are sure to have youngsters from 18 months to 3 years old tapping their toes and singing along! A parent note with suggested activities in each book extends the learning fun.,
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Princesses Are Not Just Pretty

Kate Lum · Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Format: Hardcover

Princesses Mellie, Allie, and Libby are back in another rollicking, royal adventure. When the girls begin to argue about which princess is the prettiest in the land, they decide to hold a contest. But of course, the girls get side-tracked helping others on their way to the contest leaving...
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Bella and Stella Come Home

Anika Denise · Philomel Books
Pages: 40
Format: Book

After Bella says good-bye to her old house, it's time to meet her new one. But this house isn't anything like Bella expected. The entranceway has ten steps instead of three, the bathtub has feet, and worst of all, it does not feel like home. But Bella knows how to be brave, and with her imaginary...
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Little Tug

Stephen Savage · Roaring Book Press
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Little Tug may not be very tall or very fast, but when the big ships in the harbor need help, they know they can count on him to be there with a push, a pull, and a ride to safety. But what happens when Little Tug gets tired? This simple, endearing book with a charming retro feel and an emotional...
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Make It Change!

Anna Claybourne · Raintree
Format: Book

Welcome to the world of Whiz Kid Science! Find out all there is to know about the science of sound with these fun and easy-to-do experiments. Make noise travel through a table, measure the speed of a boom, and make a cup squawk like a parrotall in the name of science!
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