Calling upon only the BRAVEST detectives with the STRONGEST noses - do you dare to scratch 'n' sniff and help solve this foul mystery?! There's been a robbery at the Museum of Very Bad Smells! Somebody stole the world-famous rotten egg . . . and everybody is a suspect. It's up to YOU to help sniff out the culprit and bring the prized exhibit back before the museum's grand opening. From award-winning creator Monica Arnaldo comes a hilarious and interactive mystery about a robbery at the Museum of Very Bad Smells, with five stinky scratch elements in this hilarious picture book that encourages kids to scratch, smell, and - of course - pass it along to a friend.
Katherine Tegen Books
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9780063271449
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Hardcover
Sister Day
By Gopal, Jyoti Rajan
Dawn breaksnew dayhearts lightsisters play.. In this lyrical and spare picture book with beautiful illustrations from Fanny Liem, author Jyoti Rajan Gopal tells the story of two sisters who are excited to go on a backyard adventure. But when their make-believe meets with disaster, the sisters take some time apart. They learn to forgive each other's mistakes, and soon the sisters are combining their ideas to make the most beautiful backyard kingdom of all. Because now they know:. Sister spiritsister strongsister heartsister strong.
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
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9780374390129
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Hardcover
The Island Before No
By Uss, Christina
When a kid who can say NO visits an island of walruses who can only say YES, chaos ensues in this hilarious debut picture book. For fans of NO Is All I Know!. When you're a walrus living on an island where the answer to every question is YES, life is pretty simple, especially when that's all you've ever known. It's great when you want a slice of birthday cake for breakfast . . . and not so great when someone asks you to wear an itchy shirt.. But one day, a kid shows up, brandishing an entirely new word: NO. NO is heavy like a bookcase, solid as a boulder. It's not shaped like YES, but somehow, it's still an answer. The kid calls his friends to come visit the island too, and it's not long before they've eaten up all of the yummiest food without sharing.
Tundra Books
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9780735272415
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Hardcover
Supernatural
By Ostow, Micol
Join Sam, Dean, and Castiel as they work together to dust a very spooky monster in this officially licensed book inspired by the hit television series.. Sam and Dean Winchester are more than brothers - they are brothers who hunt and fight demons together! They learned from the best and are practically pros, so when Dean finds their dad's journal and the tale of the haunted Waverly Hills Boarding House, the brothers just have to check it out. Dean and Sam meet up with their friend Castiel at the house and are eager to get to work defeating whatever is luring inside; however, after an encounter with a powerful yellow-eyed demon, the brothers can't seem to agree on how to solve the problem and send this monster packing. As they explore the house, they encounter even more demons and creatures, (and even run into a few less spooky faces) , but will Sam and Dean be able to stop fighting and listen to each other in order to break the curse on the house and save the day? Follow the Winchester brothers on their adventure in this officially licensed book inspired by the beloved television show Supernatural.
Running Press Kids
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9780762482580
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Hardcover
How to Eat a Mango
By Santos, Paola
Abuelita teaches Carmencita that you can't rush mango-eating: it takes five steps to appreciate the gift and feel the love.. Carmencita doesn't want to help Abuelita pick mangoes; she doesn't even like them! They're messy, they get stuck in her teeth, and it's a chore to throw out the rotten ones. . But Abuelita adores mangoes, and patiently, she teaches Carmencita the right way to eat them. Together, they listen to the tree's leaves, feel its branches and roots above and below, and smell and feel the sweet, smooth fruits. Each step is a meditation on everything Mamá Earth has given, and in the Earth's love, Carmencita feels the love of her Mami, her Papi, her little brother Carlitos, and of course, Abuelita. . When they finally bite in, the juice running down their arms, Carmencita understands.
Neal Porter Books
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9780823453887
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Hardcover
Sinclair, the Velociraptor Who Thought He Was a Chicken
By Rees, Douglas
An action-packed and hilarious picture book about a family of chickens with one member who is a little different from the rest.. Edna the very first chicken is hatching her very first eggs!. With long, sharp teeth and claws, one of her chicks, Sinclair, is an unusual chicken. But when Gorgosaurus threatens his family, Sinclair might just prove to be the best chicken ever.. Heartfelt and humorous, this delightful picture book celebrates dinosaurs, chickens, the importance of family, and the joy of accepting who we are.
Henry Holt and Co.
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9781250781994
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Hardcover
Dare to Be Daring
By Wallace, Chelsea Lin
From rising star Chelsea Lin Wallace comes a rhyming, rollicking picture book read-aloud about facing your fears, big or small - perfect for fans of I Am Courage and Max the Brave. Today I will dare to be daring. You say this is pea and beef stew? It's green and it's grimy. It moved! And it's slimy! "I did it! I ate something new!". From tasting a new food to a trip to the dentist (or the basement!) , this picture book is an invitation to be brave in the face of what feels scary. Big or small, fears can feel overwhelming. What if I say "hi" but my new friend doesn't say "hi" back? What if I get back on my bike and I fall again? What is that sound in the basement, anyway?!. Kids are courageous at heart, and every time they dare to be daring, they learn - with a little bit more certainty - that they are brave enough to try just about anything.
Abrams Books for Young Readers
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9781419760679
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Hardcover
We Are a Class
By Sanders, Rob
A celebratory declaration of what it means to be part of a diverse class of students.We're movers and shakers. Mammoth change makers. Friends. Learners. Achievement earners.An icebreaker and friend-maker, We Are a Class is an inclusive, aspirational story to be read aloud responsively, collectively, or as spoken-word performance. In rhyming verse, We Are a Class is a pledge, a commitment, a promise among the members of a single class and every class.Perfect for the first day, the 100th day, the final day, and any day of school.
Beaming Books
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9781506489216
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Hardcover
The Quacken
By Colón, Justin
Fans of The Bad Seed and Creepy Carrots will flock to this hilarious, lightly spooky picture book about a boy who unwittingly unleashes a ferociously fuzzy beast on his campground!. Lurking in the lake at Cucumonga Campground is a fearsome and frightening creature. Legend says that it swallows kids, canoes, and even whales whole. But all Hector sees are cute, cuddly, quacking ducks. Until he breaks the campground's most important rule - Don't Feed the Ducks - and releases ... the Quacken.
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
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9781665922487
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Hardcover
The Reindeer Remainders
By Howes, Katey
A delightful rhyming picture book for back-to-school about working together and including others!A class of a dozen reindeer is preparing for the big showcase night event when a new student arrives. This isn't a big deal until it's time to divide in groups, and there's a leftover reindeer every single time. How will the class make sure everyone feels included? And what will they learn in the process?Back matter includes facts about division and prime numbers and practical tips for what to do when you or someone else is left out of the group.An excellent read-aloud for both school and home libraries, this is a perfect gift for back-to-school or any time of year!
The Museum of Very Bad Smells
By Arnaldo, Monica
Calling upon only the BRAVEST detectives with the STRONGEST noses - do you dare to scratch 'n' sniff and help solve this foul mystery?! There's been a robbery at the Museum of Very Bad Smells! Somebody stole the world-famous rotten egg . . . and everybody is a suspect. It's up to YOU to help sniff out the culprit and bring the prized exhibit back before the museum's grand opening. From award-winning creator Monica Arnaldo comes a hilarious and interactive mystery about a robbery at the Museum of Very Bad Smells, with five stinky scratch elements in this hilarious picture book that encourages kids to scratch, smell, and - of course - pass it along to a friend.
Sister Day
By Gopal, Jyoti Rajan
Dawn breaksnew dayhearts lightsisters play.. In this lyrical and spare picture book with beautiful illustrations from Fanny Liem, author Jyoti Rajan Gopal tells the story of two sisters who are excited to go on a backyard adventure. But when their make-believe meets with disaster, the sisters take some time apart. They learn to forgive each other's mistakes, and soon the sisters are combining their ideas to make the most beautiful backyard kingdom of all. Because now they know:. Sister spiritsister strongsister heartsister strong.
The Island Before No
By Uss, Christina
When a kid who can say NO visits an island of walruses who can only say YES, chaos ensues in this hilarious debut picture book. For fans of NO Is All I Know!. When you're a walrus living on an island where the answer to every question is YES, life is pretty simple, especially when that's all you've ever known. It's great when you want a slice of birthday cake for breakfast . . . and not so great when someone asks you to wear an itchy shirt.. But one day, a kid shows up, brandishing an entirely new word: NO. NO is heavy like a bookcase, solid as a boulder. It's not shaped like YES, but somehow, it's still an answer. The kid calls his friends to come visit the island too, and it's not long before they've eaten up all of the yummiest food without sharing.
Supernatural
By Ostow, Micol
Join Sam, Dean, and Castiel as they work together to dust a very spooky monster in this officially licensed book inspired by the hit television series.. Sam and Dean Winchester are more than brothers - they are brothers who hunt and fight demons together! They learned from the best and are practically pros, so when Dean finds their dad's journal and the tale of the haunted Waverly Hills Boarding House, the brothers just have to check it out. Dean and Sam meet up with their friend Castiel at the house and are eager to get to work defeating whatever is luring inside; however, after an encounter with a powerful yellow-eyed demon, the brothers can't seem to agree on how to solve the problem and send this monster packing. As they explore the house, they encounter even more demons and creatures, (and even run into a few less spooky faces) , but will Sam and Dean be able to stop fighting and listen to each other in order to break the curse on the house and save the day? Follow the Winchester brothers on their adventure in this officially licensed book inspired by the beloved television show Supernatural.
How to Eat a Mango
By Santos, Paola
Abuelita teaches Carmencita that you can't rush mango-eating: it takes five steps to appreciate the gift and feel the love.. Carmencita doesn't want to help Abuelita pick mangoes; she doesn't even like them! They're messy, they get stuck in her teeth, and it's a chore to throw out the rotten ones. . But Abuelita adores mangoes, and patiently, she teaches Carmencita the right way to eat them. Together, they listen to the tree's leaves, feel its branches and roots above and below, and smell and feel the sweet, smooth fruits. Each step is a meditation on everything Mamá Earth has given, and in the Earth's love, Carmencita feels the love of her Mami, her Papi, her little brother Carlitos, and of course, Abuelita. . When they finally bite in, the juice running down their arms, Carmencita understands.
Sinclair, the Velociraptor Who Thought He Was a Chicken
By Rees, Douglas
An action-packed and hilarious picture book about a family of chickens with one member who is a little different from the rest.. Edna the very first chicken is hatching her very first eggs!. With long, sharp teeth and claws, one of her chicks, Sinclair, is an unusual chicken. But when Gorgosaurus threatens his family, Sinclair might just prove to be the best chicken ever.. Heartfelt and humorous, this delightful picture book celebrates dinosaurs, chickens, the importance of family, and the joy of accepting who we are.
Dare to Be Daring
By Wallace, Chelsea Lin
From rising star Chelsea Lin Wallace comes a rhyming, rollicking picture book read-aloud about facing your fears, big or small - perfect for fans of I Am Courage and Max the Brave. Today I will dare to be daring. You say this is pea and beef stew? It's green and it's grimy. It moved! And it's slimy! "I did it! I ate something new!". From tasting a new food to a trip to the dentist (or the basement!) , this picture book is an invitation to be brave in the face of what feels scary. Big or small, fears can feel overwhelming. What if I say "hi" but my new friend doesn't say "hi" back? What if I get back on my bike and I fall again? What is that sound in the basement, anyway?!. Kids are courageous at heart, and every time they dare to be daring, they learn - with a little bit more certainty - that they are brave enough to try just about anything.
We Are a Class
By Sanders, Rob
A celebratory declaration of what it means to be part of a diverse class of students.We're movers and shakers. Mammoth change makers. Friends. Learners. Achievement earners.An icebreaker and friend-maker, We Are a Class is an inclusive, aspirational story to be read aloud responsively, collectively, or as spoken-word performance. In rhyming verse, We Are a Class is a pledge, a commitment, a promise among the members of a single class and every class.Perfect for the first day, the 100th day, the final day, and any day of school.
The Quacken
By Colón, Justin
Fans of The Bad Seed and Creepy Carrots will flock to this hilarious, lightly spooky picture book about a boy who unwittingly unleashes a ferociously fuzzy beast on his campground!. Lurking in the lake at Cucumonga Campground is a fearsome and frightening creature. Legend says that it swallows kids, canoes, and even whales whole. But all Hector sees are cute, cuddly, quacking ducks. Until he breaks the campground's most important rule - Don't Feed the Ducks - and releases ... the Quacken.
The Reindeer Remainders
By Howes, Katey
A delightful rhyming picture book for back-to-school about working together and including others!A class of a dozen reindeer is preparing for the big showcase night event when a new student arrives. This isn't a big deal until it's time to divide in groups, and there's a leftover reindeer every single time. How will the class make sure everyone feels included? And what will they learn in the process?Back matter includes facts about division and prime numbers and practical tips for what to do when you or someone else is left out of the group.An excellent read-aloud for both school and home libraries, this is a perfect gift for back-to-school or any time of year!