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Mountain Lions

Meryl Magby · Powerkids Pr
Format: Book

Despite their name, mountain lions are actually found in a wide range of habitats. Mountain lions are also known as cougars, pumas, and panthers. Readers will learn how these formidable hunters stalk their prey and mark their territory. Human-mountain lion interaction is another topic of discussion....
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Two for Joy

Gigi Amateau · Candlewick Press (MA)
Pages: 96
Format: Hardcover

When an adored - and very independent - aunt suffers a fall and comes to live with them, Jenna and her mom discover what makes a family bond unbreakable.Eight-year-old Jenna is dreaming of playing Olympic soccer when the phone call wakes her. Great-Great Aunt Tannie has broken her ankle,...
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Great Britain

Cath Senker · Smart Apple Media
Format: Book

Meet Jake and find out about his country, Great Britain. Hell introduce you the weather, landscape, the people who live there and much more!,
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Memoirs of an Elf

Devin Scillian · Sleeping Bear Press
Pages: 32
Format: Book

It's Christmas Eve and Spark Elf has the very important job of keeping Santa Claus on schedule as he travels the globe in 24 hours delivering presents. Small in stature with pointy ears and stopwatch in hand, Spark lets Santa know it's time to go. He programs the GPS while the other elves...
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Earth Verse: Haiku from the Ground Up

SALLY M WALKER · Candlewick
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Rocks, fossils, earthquakes.Seventeen short syllables?Earth Science haiku!In a stunning combination of haiku and impressionistic (but accurate) art, this one-of-a-kind book encourages readers to think playfully about our planet and its wondrous processes. Sibert Medal-winning author Sally...
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On Our Street: Our First Talk About Poverty

Jillian Roberts · Orca Book Publishers
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues in a straightforward and accessible way. These illustrated nonfiction picture books tackle global concerns and initiate conversations about subjects that are difficult, sad or overwhelming...
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Warm Hearts Day

Rebecca Elliott · Branches/Scholastic Inc.
Pages: 72
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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Thomas Jefferson: The 3rd President

Josh Gregory · Bearport Publishing
Format: Print book

The Fourth of July is often called our countrys birthday. What important role did Thomas Jefferson have in making this American holiday possible? Young readers will find out as they read about his writing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as his early life, his ideas for shaping...
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Halloween's Spooky History

Theodore Jones · Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Costumes, jack-o-lanterns, and trick-or-treatingthese are all parts of the modern traditions of Halloween. Readers might wonder where this strange but fun holiday came from. This informative volume has the surprising answers. Both ancient beliefs and modern customs are covered in this comprehensible...
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Heidi Heckelbeck Tries Out for the Team

Wanda Coven · Little Simon
Pages: 128
Format: Print book

In the nineteenth Heidi Heckelbeck adventure, Heidi looks for the perfect sport to play.It's time to sign up for sports at school and Heidi is excited (and a little nervous) to find the perfect fit. Lucy is great at soccer. Bruce is great at baseball. Heidi, well, the only thing she's...
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Origami Dinosaurs: Easy & Fun Paper-Folding Projects

ANNA GEORGE · SUPER SANDCASTLE
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Kids can learn the art of paper folding with Origami Dinosaurs. They will start by practicing basic origami folds. Then they can make a towering T. rex, a brave Brachiosaurus, and more. The crafts in this book are easy and super fun Each project includes colorful photos and step-by-step...
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Wombat's Burrow

Dee Phillips · Bearport Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

"In this book, young readers will learn about the diet, life cycle, behavior and habitat of wombats. Special emphasis is placed on the wombat's burrow habitat"--
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As a Boy

Plan · Second Story Press
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Boys around the world are treated differently than girls just because of their gender. They are given an education and choices, but are also expected to be men, to work, to fight, to be brave. Amazing photographs of children are paired with simple text showing that these boys wish for the same...
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Cockroaches

Aaron Carr · Weigl
Format: Hardcover

Learn about cockroaches, their body features, where they live, what they eat, and their role in nature.
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Terrific Veggies on the Side

Kari Cornell · Lerner Publishing Group
Pages: 33
Format: Library Binding

Want to cook up some yummy veggie side dishes? You can be the chef with easy-to-follow recipes such as sweet potato oven fries, crispy kale chips, sensational stuffed squash, and easy refrigerator pickles. You'll find simple drawings of important steps as well as photographs of the finished...
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