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Batman Is Trustworthy

Christopher L Harbo · Picture Window Books
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

Batman is reliable, always working to protect Gothom City. He is loyal to his friends like Robin, always watching his back. He is courageous when he fights against villians like the Joker. Discover what else makes Batman trustworthy in this vividly illustrated picture book.
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How to Trick the Tooth Fairy

ERIN DANIELLE RUSSELL · Aladdin
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

From the coauthor of Dork Diaries comes a witty and engaging picture book about a prankster who wants to pull off the best prank of all - pranking the Tooth Fairy!Kaylee loves pulling pranks: from dropping water balloons on passers by to even tricking Santa Claus, she's a prize-winning...
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We Are the Dinosaurs

Laurie Berkner · Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Laurie Berkner, "the queen of children's music," (People) pairs the lyrics of her beloved hit with Ben Clanton's whimsical illustrations in this winning, adorable picture book - a must-have for fans of Laurie, dinosaurs, and all things cute.We are the dinosaurs Marching, marching...
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Big Dog and Little Dog Tales of Adventure

Dav Pilkey · HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages: 120
Format: Hardcover

From the creator of Dog Man and Captain Underpants comes a collection of capers with canine companions Big Dog and Little Dog. These simple beginning reader stories include bonus skill-building activities like word scrambles, mazes, spot-the-difference games, and more! With simple text,...
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Civil Engineer

Nikole Brooks Bethea · Jump!
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

In Civil Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a civil engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work...
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The Spy Who Played Baseball

Carrie Jones · Kar-Ben Publishing
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

Moe Berg is not a typical baseball player. He's Jewishvery unusual for the major leagues in the 1930shas a law degree, speaks several languages, and loves traveling the world. He also happens to be a spy for the U.S. government. When World War II begins, Moe trades his baseball career...
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I Love Trucks

AMANDA MILLER · Childrens Pr
Pages: 12
Format: Board book

For the young truck-enthusiast! Name and point to favorites like a monster truck, a diggerand even an ice cream truck.
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Dear Professor Whale

Megumi Iwasa · Gecko Pr
Pages: 104
Format: Hardcover

Now that Professor Whale has retired, he writes many letters to "You, Whoever You Are, Who Lives on the Other Side of the Horizon". Seal and Pelican are busy delivering the letters and Penguin is now teaching. Although he is happy his friends are doing so well, Whale wants a special...
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Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race

Margot Lee Shetterly · HarperCollins
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover

Based on the New York Times bestselling book and the Academy Award-nominated movie, author Margot Lee Shetterly and illustrator Laura Freeman bring the incredibly inspiring true story of four black women who helped NASA launch men into space to picture book readers!Dorothy Vaughan, Mary...
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Gekko Saves the City

May Nakamura (Adapted by) · Simon Spotlight
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

When Gekko's pet lizard is turned into a monster, he must spring into action to save the city in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read based on PJ Masks, the hit preschool series airing on Disney Junior!Romeo has turned Gekko's pet lizard, Lionel, into a huge monster! Lionel starts to destroy...
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Where Is Robin? Washington, DC

Robin Barone · Diplomat Books
Pages: 46
Format: Hardcover

Join Robin on her trip around the capital of the United States as she learns about history and government. Robin visits the Senate, White House, and Memorials for Lincoln, Jefferson, and Vietnam, along with the Library of Congress, Smithsonian Museums, the zoo, and so many more national...
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Guatemala

Joanne Mattern · Jump!, Inc.
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Guatemala. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling...
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Mary Wears What She Wants

Keith Negley · Balzer + Bray
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

From the award-winning creator of My Dad Used to Be So Cool and Tough Guys Have Feelings Too comes a charming picture book inspired by the true story of Mary Edwards Walker, a trailblazing 19th-century doctor who was arrested many times for wearing pants.Once upon a time (but not that long...
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Camping Guide

Laura K Murray · Creative Educ
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding

What do you want to be when you grow up? Would you dare to fight wildfires or dive into the oceans mysterious depths? Employing real-life examples to introduce readers to six thrilling occupations, Wild Jobs divulges the purpose and importance of these potentially perilous professions....
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