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Humpback Whale: Marvelous Musician

Paige V Polinsky - Super Sandcastle
Format: Print book

Being a marvelous musician is just one of the things that make humpback whales superstars! Did you know humpbacks eat up to 3,000 pounds of food per day or that they can grow longer than a school bus? This fact-packed title with high-impact visuals, including maps and infographics, will...
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Home by Another Way: A Christmas Story

Barbara Brown Taylor
Format: Hardcover

"In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, "Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage. " --Matthew 2:1-2 This...
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Say Hello!

Linda Davick - Beach Lane Books
Format: Hardcover

Howdy! Hi! Hello! This friendly and fun picture book celebrates the greatness of greetings.Say HELLO! It's lots of fun. And here are ways it can be done. With a hug. With a shake. With a curtsy. With a cake. With a whisper. With a kiss. With a dance of happiness!With zippy, rhyming...
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Layer by Layer: Discovering Dinosaurs

Suzanne Carpenter - Silver Dolphin Books
Format: Hardcover

Using an innovative format, Layer by Layer: Discovering Dinosaurs presents young readers with six interactive scenes depicting prehistoric creatures in natural settings with atmospheric sound recordings. Each spread includes several layers for readers to peel back so they can follow the movements...
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The Ancient Greeks

Elizabeth Andrews - ?Discoverroo
Format: December 15

This book introduces readers to the ancient Greek civilization. Dive into the complex history and accomplishments of the Greeks. Their mythology, philosophy, geography, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes...
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Miracle Moments in Basketball

Kenny Abdo - Fly!
Format: August 1

This title takes a look at some of the greatest moments in basketball history! It highlights the origin of the sport, the miracles that have happened on the court throughout the decades, and the impact they left on the game. This hi-lo title is complete with thrilling and colorful photographs,...
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Eek! Halloween!

Sandra Boynton - Workman Publishing
Format: Print book

Boynton celebrates Halloween! A new addition to the Boynton on Board series, with over 21 million copies sold, Eek! Halloween! is all treat and no tricks, a journey with Boynton and her nutty characters through the tradition of Halloween. It starts with an uh-oh - the chickens are nervous!...
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Hockey in the Wild

Nicholas Oldland - Kids Can Press
Format: Hardcover

The lovable Life in the Wild trio can't wait to get out on the ice to play hockey. Except, well, they're going to have to!It's wintertime, and the bear, the moose and the beaver can't wait for hockey season to start. They're so eager, in fact, they head out onto the ice before...
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Areli Is a Dreamer: A True Story by Areli Morales, a DACA Recipient

Areli Morales
Format: Hardcover


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Tales of Rapunzel #2: Opposites Attract

RH Disney - RH/Disney
Format: Library Binding

Tangled: The Series on Disney Channel is set between the events of the original film and the start of Tangled Ever After. The series follows the long-locked Rapunzel (voiced by Mandy Moore) as she acquaints herself with her parents, her kingdom, and the people of Corona. Realizing there...
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