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The U.S. Army in World War II

Peter Benoit - C. Press/F. Watts Trade
Format: Book

As the largest, deadliest conflict in history, World War II was one of the defining events of the 20th century. Between 1939 and 1945, this massive conflict affected almost every corner of the globe. Readers will get an up-close look at the battles, weapons, and military forces that drove...
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Skelly's Halloween

David Martin - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover

Snap my fingers and rattle my bones -- it's Halloween!Get ready for a spooktacular time with Skelly's Halloween, a playful read aloud with a Humpty Dumpty-like hook, sure to become a Halloween staple.Skelly B. Skeleton lives for Halloween: the trick-or-treating, the costumes ... the TRICK-OR-TREATING!...
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In the Middle of Fall

Kevin Henkes - Greenwillow Books
Format: Hardcover

Everything is yellow, red, orange.Everything is chilly, frisky, gusty.Everything is changing, turning.It's the middle of Fall.Can you see it?Can you taste it?Can you smell it?Can you imagine it?
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Louise Trapeze Is Totally 100% Fearless

Micol Ostow - Random House
Format: Print book

Spunky, sweet, and totally brave (mostly) ! Louise Trapeze dazzles and delights emerging young readers. Ladies and gentleman! Boys and girls! Feast your eyes on the one, the only, Louise Trapeze! Louise performs with her parents and her best friend, Stella, in the Sweet Potato...
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Otis the Owl

Mary Holland - Arbordale Publishing
Format: Hardcover

In beautifully detailed photographs, Mary Holland captures the first few months of a baby barred owl s life. The huge eyes and fluffy feathers will steal the hearts of readers as they learn how barred owl parents ready their young owlets for the big world outside the nest. Follow along...
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Flying Colors: A guide to flags from around the world

Robin Jacobs - Cicada Books
Format: Hardcover

By exploring the designs of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that only the flag of Nepal has more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Robert Fresson's vintage-inflected...
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Digger and Daisy Go to the City

Judy Young - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover

Meet Digger and Daisy! They are brother and sister. These dogs like to explore their world and see new things. Sometimes they agree with each other. Sometimes they disagree. But no matter the situation, one thing always stays the same--their love for each other. In playful, simple stories...
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There's a Pest in the Garden!

Jan Thomas - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

There's a pest in the garden and he's eating all the vegetables! But Duck has a plan to save the day (well, sort of) . Featuring Jan Thomas's wonderfully wacky humor, rowdy repetitions, and hilarious characters, this book is sure to have young readers laughing out loud!
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Snack, Snooze, Skedaddle: How Animals Get Ready for Winter

Laura Purdie Salas - Millbrook Press TM
Format: Library Binding

There is more than one way for animals to prepare for winter. Some, such as mice, foxes, and moose, simply tolerate the cold. Of course black bears hibernate, but chipmunks, wood frogs, and garter snakes do too. And then there are the creatures that migrate, including hummingbirds, blue...
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The Thank You Book

Mo Willems - Hyperion Books for Children
Format: Hardcover

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.Gerald and Piggie are best friends.In The Thank You Book!, Piggie wants to thank EVERYONE. But Gerald is worried Piggie will forget someone . . . someone important.
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