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Adelaide's Secret World

Elise Hurst - Knopf Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A gorgeously illustrated picture book about creativity, making connections, and finding friendship. Sure to appeal to fans of Shaun Tan or Aaron Becker.With a poetic story and lush paintings, Elise Hurst conveys how a bit of bravery, empathy, and imagination can transform our lives.Adelaide...
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Rain of Fear!

Brandon T. Snider - Picture Window Books
Format: Library Binding

When Scarecrow fires his fear cannon into the clouds, Batman and Robin find themselves awash in a . . . Rain of Fear! Will the heroes save the day? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for young readers.
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Chick and Brain: Egg or Eyeball?

Cece Bell - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

Newbery Honoree Cece Bell follows her offbeat Chick and Brain: Smell My Foot with an even wackier story for beginning readers, sure to elicit eye-rolling squeals of delight.Oh! Oh, oh, oh! Look what Brain found. Chick and Spot say it is an egg. Brain says it is an eyeball. Is it an egg or an eyeball?...
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Rags: Hero Dog of WWI: A True Story

Margot Theis Raven - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover

During World War I, while stationed overseas in France with the United States Army, Private James Donovan literally stumbles upon a small dog cowering on the streets of Paris. Named Rags for his disheveled appearance, the little stray quickly finds a home with Donovan and a place in his heart....
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THOMAS AND THE PIGLETS

RANDOM HOUSE. - RANDOM HOUSE

Thomas the Tank Engine's friend Farmer McColl asks him to fetch some hay to make a bed for some soon-to-be-born piglets. Train-loving boys and girls ages 4 to 6 who are reading with help will be charmed by this Step into Reading Step 2 story of Thomas' good intentions, which go a little...
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Seven Rules You Absolutely Must Not Break If You Want to Survive the Cafeteria

John Grandits - Clarion Books
Format: Hardcover

Addressing kids' anxiety about unfamiliar situations, this irreverent book lists and explains the rules a kid must follow to survive the perilous world of the school cafeteria. Warnings about the pitfalls lurking in the lunchroom have Kyle imagining and fearing the worst, as the server,...
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We Came to America

Faith Ringgold - Dragonfly Books
Format: Hardcover

Acclaimed artist and Caldecott-winning picture book creator Faith Ringgold shares an inspiring look at Americas lineage in this stunning ode to our country--past, present, and future. . America is a land of diversity. Whether driven by dreams and hope, or escaping poverty or persecution,...
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Driven to Win!

RH DISNEY. - RH/Disney
Format: Library Binding

A Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader based on Disney/Pixar Cars 3 - cruising into theaters June 16, 2017!Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back...
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Born in the Wild: Baby Mammals and Their Parents

Lita Judge - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Hardcover

What do grizzly bear cubs eat? Where do baby raccoons sleep? And how does a baby otter learn to swim?Every baby mammal, from a tiny harvest mouse "pinky" to a fierce lion cub, needs food, shelter, love, and a family. Filled with illustrations of some of the most adorable babies...
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Humphrey's School Fair Surprise

Betty G. Birney - Puffin Books
Format: Paperback

Everyone's favorite classroom pet is now starring in chapter books!Longfellow School is having a school fair! They will have bouncy castles, bean bag games, painted faces, and delicious treats. And there's also a contest for best class spirit. Of course Mrs. Brisbane's class...
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