Back Ages 4-8 | February Newsletter

SelectReads News
Simple News Pro
  Ages 4-8  
The Scarecrow

Beth Ferry - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover

All the animals know not to mess with old Scarecrow. But when a small, scared crow falls from midair, Scarecrow does the strangest thing. . . . Bestselling author Beth Ferry and the widely acclaimed Fan Brothers present this tender and affectionate tale that reminds us of the comforting...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Dog Man: From the Creator of Captain Underpants

Dav Pilkey - Graphix
Format: Hardcover

New from the creator of Captain Underpants, it's Dog Man, the #1 New York Times bestselling, crime-biting canine who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!George and Harold have created a new hero who digs into deception, claws after crooks, and rolls over robbers. When Greg the police...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Chu's First Day of School

Neil Gaiman - Harper
Format: Hardcover

A brand-new picture book adventure about the New York Times bestselling panda named Chu from Newbery Medal-winning author Neil Gaiman and acclaimed illustrator Adam Rex! Chu, the adorable panda with a great big sneeze, is heading off for his first day of school, and he's nervous. He hopes...
Read More check catalog
 
 
The Warrior's Road Series 13: Targro the Arctic Menace

Adam Blade - Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback

Second in the Warrior's Road subseries Tom must brave the mysterious Warrior's Road to prove that he is Master of the Beasts. His journey takes him to a freezing wasteland, where Targro the Arctic Menace lies in wait under the snow.
Read More check catalog
 
 
Alvin Ho: Allergic to the Great Wall, the Forbidden Palace, and Other Tourist Attractions

Lenore Look - Schwartz & Wade Books
Format: Hardcover

Here's the sixth book in the beloved and hilarious Alvin Ho chapter book series, which has been compared to Diary of a Wimpy Kid and is perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers. Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is taking his fears to a whole...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Such a Good Boy

Coppo, Marianna - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover

The ultimate kids' book about dogs, being good, being bad, and being yourself!From the award-winning, critically acclaimed author of Petra.Meet Buzz the dog.He's such a good boy.Buzz seems to have a perfect life .. . and a lot of very well-behaved friends.Buzz would never dream of being...
Read More check catalog
 
 
The Color Monster Goes to School

Anna Llenas - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A fun and inviting back-to-school story that stars the lovable, mischievous hero from the international bestseller The Color Monster.The Color Monster feels a little nervous. Today is his first day at school...and he doesn't even have a clue what school is! But, guided by his young...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Eight Candles and a Tree

Simone Bloom Nathan - Beaver's Pond Press
Format: Hardcover

Eight Candles and a Tree is for all children and families who celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah. Sophie introduces her blend of Hanukkah and Christmas traditions to her friend Tommy, in vibrant illustrations and fun-to-read text. Ultimately, what matters most to both children is that...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Samson: The Piranha Who Went to Dinner

Tadgh Bentley - Balzer Bray
Format: Print book

A charming and funny story of friendship, fine dining, and being true to yourself, from Tadgh Bentley, the author/illustrator of Little Penguin Gets the Hiccups - perfect for fans of Love Monster and I Don't Want to Be a Frog!Samson wasn't like other piranhas.While other piranhas...
Read More check catalog
 
 
Hamster Holmes, A Big-Time Puzzle

Albin Sadar - Simon Spotlight
Format: Paperback

Hamster Holmes and his firefly sidekick, Dr. Watt, solve a new mystery in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read story perfect for beginning readers!When Hamster Holmes and Dr. Watt spend the day at a fair, they don't expect to go to work. The detectives are invited to join their friends in a race...
Read More check catalog