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Aaron is a Good Sport

P.D. Eastman · Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback

P. D. Eastman's classic character Aaron the Alligator makes his early-reader debut! Aaron can get into trouble doing just about anything - playing ball, planting seeds . . . even walking! Kids will giggle along as they tackle the simple words and sentences all on their own. Aaron is a star...
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Concrete Mixers

Kathryn Clay · Capstone Press
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Rumble, rumble! Here comes the concrete mixer. Large, colorful photographs and easy-to-read text gives young learners an up-close look at their favorite construction vehicles.
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Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning

Amadee Ricketts · Free Spirit Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

La, la, la! Shake up your story time with these twelve sing-along songs based on classic tunes kids already know and love. This beautifully illus­trated songbook teaches important social-emotional skills for everyday life. Favorite songs like "Frère Jacques" and "B-I-N-G-O"...
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Paddington 2: Paddington's Family and Friends

Thomas Macri · HarperCollins
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback

Paddington 2 comes to theaters on January 12, 2018, with all of the friendship, humor, and marmalade that made the first film a critical and box office hit!Since Paddington first arrived in London, he has warmed the hearts of many with his curious nature and earnest good intentions. Filled...
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When a Wolf Is Hungry

Christine Naumann-Villemin · Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Pages: 34
Format: Hardcover

A darkly humorous tale with a twist ending Edmond Bigsnout, lone wolf that he is, loves his solitary cabin in the woods. But lately he's been craving urban rabbit for dinner, so he travels into the city to catch one. Unfortunately, the rabbit has a lot of neighbors - who mistake Edmond...
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Midnight: A True Story of Loyalty in World War I

Mark Greenwood · Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

At once sobering and inspiring, here is the true tale of a World War I cavalry soldier and his heroic horse, Midnight.Guy Haydon raised and trained Midnight from the time she was a foal. The two had such a strong bond that when World War I broke out, Lieutenant Haydon slipped away from...
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Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code: A Navajo Code Talker's Story

Liz Amini-Holmes · Albert Whitman & Company
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

As a young Navajo boy, Chester Nez had to leave the reservation and attend boarding school, where he was taught that his native language and culture were useless. But Chester refused to give up his heritage. Years later, during World War II, Chester - and other Navajo men like him - was recruited...
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Trouble Next Door: The Carver Chronicles, Book Four

Karen English · Clarion Books
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover

In the fourth book in the Carver Chronicles series, third grader Calvin is dealing with his next door neighbors moving away - and the school bully moving in. Meanwhile, competition at the school science fair is heating up, and Calvin must decide what to do when his data doesn't prove his theory....
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Benjamin Bear in Brain Storms!: TOON Level 2

Philippe Coudray · Toon Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Praise for Philippe Coudray's Benjamin Bear series:"A visually formatted joke book to inspire thinking as well as laughs." - Kirkus Reviews"A marvel of economy in setup, delivery, and payoff." - BOOKLIST , starred review"This book rewards what six-year-olds...
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My Friends Make Me Happy!

JAN THOMAS · HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

Can you guess what makes Sheep really happy? Here's a clue . . . it starts with the letter F. It is NOT fish or fans. And it is especially not turnips! That doesn't even start with the letter F! Featuring Jan Thomas's wonderfully wacky humor, rowdy repetitions, and hilarious characters,...
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Indi Surfs

Chris Gorman · POW!
Format: Hardcover

From surfer dad and photographer Chris Gorman comes Indi Surfs, the story of a little girl who braves the ocean to find the perfect wave. Gormans evocative images and text capture the essence of beach culture and the surfers journey in the story of a young girl who takes to the waves....
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A Campfire Tail

Sarah Glenn Marsh · Sterling Children's Books
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Ever been stuck with a friend who's totally uncool - and worried that it will rub off on you? Welcome to Camp Wildwood! It's Dragon's first day, and his buddy would LIKE to show him a good time. But Dragon doesn't seem to fit in with the boys and girls. He overturns the boat,...
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The Fix-It Friends: Three's a Crowd

Nicole C Kear · Imprint
Pages: 151
Format: Paperback

Because no one likes to feel left out.Friends are like sprinkles on a birthday cake -- you can never have too many! So when a new girl named Margot joins the class, Veronica and her BFF, Cora, welcome her with open arms. Everything about Margot is super exciting -- from her fashion designer...
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LEGO The LEGO Movie: Emmet's Guide to Being Awesome

Ace Landers · Scholastic Inc.; Gift edition
Format: Hardcover

Emmet Brickowski, the star of the LEGOR Movie, is back and ready to share his awesome advice!The LEGOR Movie continues to dazzle and delight children everywhere! Now readers can discover Emmets best tips and tricks for having an awesome day with this hilarious guide book.Whats the best...
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Practice Good Hygiene!

Katie Marsico · Cherry Lake Publishing
Format: Print book

Practice Good Hygiene! focuses on hygiene skills while discussing steps children can take to practice healthy lifestyles. Readers are introduced to basic body care and why cleanliness is important. Body odor, bad breath, germs, and self-esteem are discussed. Callouts prompt inquiry, further...
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