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Is It Sukkot Yet?

Chris Barash - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Print book

The first sights of fall arrive -- pumpkins, gourds, and colorful leaves -- and that means that Sukkot is almost here. Sukkot is the Jewish holiday celebrating the fall harvest and commemorating the time when the children of Israel spent forty years wandering the desert and living in temporary...
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A Prayer for the Animals

DANIEL KIRK - Abrams Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

May all of the animals of the earth And the animals of the sky And the animals of the sea Be at peace. This lyrical picture book from bestselling author and illustrator Daniel Kirk encourages young children to be kind to all the animals of the world. Kirk's loving and hopeful verse blesses...
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Zimbabwe

Kristine Spanier - Pogo
Format: Library Binding

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Zimbabwe. 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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I Dig

Joe Cepeda - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover

Two brothers and a dog have fun at the beach! This Level C book is perfect for kindergarteners and rising first graders.Look. I dig. I see a crab. I see stars. I see a dog.Easy-to-read text and fun pictures that support comprehension.This book features Hispanic characters and recognizes...
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Hello, Love!

Taro Miura - Chronicle Books
Format: Board book

How do animals show their love? By touching trunks, beaks, and noses! Toddlers will delight in adorable pairs of fish, ducklings, elephants, and monkeys as they splash, swim, dance, and swing, all while showing affection. Author-illustrator Taro Miura brings a playfulness and verve to this...
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Mechanical Engineer

Nikole Brooks Bethea - Jump!
Format: Library Binding

In Mechanical Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a mechanical engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare...
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The Flash Is Caring

Christopher L Harbo - Picture Window Books
Format: Library Binding

The Flash works hard to protect Central City, helping people in need. He is grateful for the awesome teamwork of the Justice League. His super speed makes him a super hero, but being kind and compassionate makes him a great friend. The Flash is caring in this DC Super Heroes picture book!
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King & Kayla and the Case of the Unhappy Neighbor

Dori Hillestad Butler - Peachtree Publishing Company
Format: Paperback

A lovable dog helps his human girl solve a mystery.Thor has been accused of wrecking Mr. Gary's yard -- knocking over trash cans, eating the vegetables out of the garden, and pooping. But King and Kayla, with the help of some other neighbors, are determined to clear his name, using...
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Lemon Pirates!

MARY MAN-KONG - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

This all-new Step 2 deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader features the characters from Nickelodeon's Top Wing--plus shiny stickers!In this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader, Rod, Swift, Penny, and Brody, the bird cadets from Nickelodeon's Top Wing, take to the sky in an exciting...
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Bye Bye Pesky Fly

Lysa Mullady - Magination Press
Format: Hardcover

Pig is having a good, happy day - until he's bothered by a Pesky Fly. Pig needs to figure out the best way to handle it, instead of yelling or swatting ... that wouldn't be kind! Fly needs to figure out how to better interact with his friends and respect Pig's space, and decides...
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