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Britta Teckentrup - Candlewick Pr
Format: Hardcover

Britta Teckentrup is a fine artist who has written and illustrated many well-loved books for children. Born in Hamburg, Germany, she studied at St. Martin's College of Art and the Royal College of Art in London.Which bird has caught the worm? Where is the queasy monkey? And can you spot...
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Pepper & Poe

Frann Preston-Gannon - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover

Maurice Sendak Fellowship Award Winner Frann Preston-Gannon makes her US picture book debut with this hilarious yet touching story about two soon-to-be sibling cats, Pepper & Poe.Pepper is an old cat. He's set in his ways, and used to his normal routine in the house that he rules--or...
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NOPE

Drew Sheneman - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A nurturing mama bird, a fearful baby, and a nest in a tall, tall tree. Ready, set, soar? Nope!Sweetly and humorously told, here is a sparkling debut about the joys that come from embracing new experiences, written and illustrated by nationally-syndicated cartoonist Drew Sheneman.
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Dinotrux Dig the Beach

Chris Gall - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Surf's up in the third picture book about the Dinotrux! Fed up with steamy summertime Jurassic jungles, the mighty monsters are getting hot and grumpy, and they need a vacation.... Time to roll on down to the beach! Tyrannosaurus Trux might be able to "hang ten" on his surfboard,...
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The Very Fairy Princess: Graduation Girl!

Julie Andrews - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

The end of the school year is here, and Very Fairy Princess Gerry is getting ready to graduate! She always loves a celebration, but cant help but feel a little sad as she empties her cubby, takes down her art projects, and says goodbye to her class pet, Houdini the hamster. Shes also a little...
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The Whale in My Swimming Pool

Joyce Wan - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Hardcover

One sunny day, a little boy heads outside for a swim, but his pool is already taken . . . There's a big whale in the water and it's not budging! The boy tries everything to get the whale to leave. Nothing seems to work. Not fetch. Not tag. Not even offering his allowance. What's a boy to do? Luckily,...
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Bloom

Deborah Diesen - Farrar
Format: Print book

From the New York Times Bestselling author of The Pout-Pout Fish seriesDig holes in the autumn soil. Drop the bulbs in one by one. Cover them with dirt. Come spring, the bulbs will flower! In this lushly illustrated story from Deborah Diesen that celebrates life and growing up, a mother...
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Worm Weather

Jean Taft - Grosset & Dunlap, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Format: Print book

Drip,drop,skip and hop.Splish, splash,sidewalk dash!It's worm weather! Join in the rainy-day fun, as kids splash through the puddles, affecting another weather enthusiast, a nearby worm. An imaginative and playful story, readers will love seeing the worm delight in the weather just...
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One Busy Day: A Story for Big Brothers and Sisters

Lola M Schaefer - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

An imaginative companion to One Special Day finds little Mia, frustrated in her desire to have her busy older brother play with her, spending alone time painting, dancing and exploring while thinking of ways she and her brother can be busy together. 25,000 first printing.
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Does a Camel Cook Spaghetti

Harriet Ziefert - Blue Apple Books
Format: Hardcover

How animals and humans get food and feed themselves is explored in this Think About title.
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World of Reading: Sofia the First The Missing Necklace: Level 1

Disney Book Group - Disney Pr
Format: Paperback

When the Amulet of Avalor goes missing, Sofia loses her ability to understand her animal friends. Longing to talk to her friends again, Sofia sets off to find it. Cedric is also after the missing amulet to use its power to take over the kingdom! Will Sofia be able to follow the clues and track...
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My Pen

Christopher Myers - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover

My pen rides dinosaursand hides an elephant in a teacup.What can your pen do?Acclaimed author and illustrator Christopher Myers uses rich black-and-white illustrations to bring a sketchbook to life, showing that with a simple pen, a kid can do anything!
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In, Over and On the Farm

Ethan Long - G. P. Putnam's Sons, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) , 2015.
Format: Print book

It's time for fun on the farm with the Geisel Award-winning author of Up, Tall, and High!Why is Pig inside Chicken's coop? How many animal friends can fit on top of a tractor?Lift the flaps to find out in three easy-to-read stories that will take readers all over the farm!
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Steve, Raised by Wolves

Jared Chapman - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

A wild little boy learns how to fit in--and how to stand out!"Be yourself!" Steve's mom tells him on the first day of school, and he knows just what to do. After all, wolves are great at HOWLING in class, SHREDDING homework, and POUNCING on new friends! But Steve's classmates...
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Ellie

Mike Wu - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover

The zoo is closing!Ellie and her friends want to save their home, but Ellie's just a baby elephant, and she doesn't know what she can do to help.While the other animals are busy working, Ellie finds a brush and some paints, and gives the zoo a big splash of color! Will her bright new talent...
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The Almost Fearless Hamilton Squidlegger

Timothy Basil Ering - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

An endearing tale of a boy overcoming his bedtime fears with a little help from Dad - and the promise of wormcake in the morning. Hamilton Squidlegger is fearless! Well, almost. During the day he can best all the frackensnappers, skelecragons, and bracklesneeds in the swamp, but at night...
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Explore My World Koalas

Jill Esbaum - National Geographic Children's Books
Format: Print book

Curious kids ages 3 to 7 will about a day in the life of a koala, from mamas pouch to the great world beyond. These engaging Explore My World picture books on subjects kids care about combine simple stories with unforgettable photography. They invite little kids to take their first big steps...
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Monster Needs a Christmas Tree

Paul Czajak - Mighty Media Press
Format: Hardcover

It's almost Christmastime, and Monster needs a tree. But the holidays are filled with joy and so many fun things to do! After snowballs, sleds, and Santa Claus, will he find a tree in time? In this festive, rhyming story, Monster shows young readers that with a little creativity, a tree...
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School Days Around the World

Margriet Ruurs - Kids Can Press
Format: Hardcover

Author Margriet Ruurs begins this engaging informational picture book by posing an intriguing question: "What is a school? Is it a building with classrooms? Or can it be any place where children learn?" The fascinating stories that follow will expand how young readers think of school,...
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Hank Has a Dream

Rebecca Dudley - Peter Pauper Press
Format: Hardcover

In this poetic tale, Hank dreams that he can fly. Come along for the ride as he recreates the dream for his little friend. How far will Hank fly? What will he see? How high will he go? These dreamland mysteries capture his friends imagination and they will capture yours too. The enchanting...
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Just Itzy

Lana Krumwiede - Candlewick Press (MA)
Format: Hardcover

A spider on a quest to drop the "Bitzy" and become "just Itzy" runs up against some challenges - and a few familiar nursery-rhyme characters.Itzy the spider is tired of being called "Itzy Bitzy." On his first day of spindergarten, Itzy decides to prove to everyone...
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Ten Hungry Pigs: An Epic Lunch Adventure

Derek Anderson - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover

From Derek Anderson, the illustrator of the bestselling Little Quack series! In Ten Pigs: An Epic Bath Adventure, Anderson created a funny up-and-down counting story. Ten Hungry Pigs brings more piggy counting fun! One pig sets out to make a perfect peanut butter and jelly...
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Edible Numbers

Jennifer Vogel Bass - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Hardcover

Juicy apples! Plump, ripe pears! Twisted mushrooms! Counting your way through the farmer's market has never been so much fun. Discover a world filled with exciting fruits and vegetables in this bright, bold follow-up to Edible Colors. This simple concept counting book will leave your...
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Caillou, Storybook Treasury: Ten Bestselling Stories

Chouette Publishing - Chouette
Format: Print book

Caillou has been part of children's lives since 1989, first accompanying them on their daily journey with the books and then enchanting them with the superb animation of the television series.The twenty-fifth anniversary storybook is embellished for this special occasion with foil edges...
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Secret Garden A BabyLit® Flowers Primer

Jennifer Adams - Gibbs Smith; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

As seen in the New York Times "Will delight bookish babes of all ages." -- COOL MOM PICKS "The simplicity of these books is its genius." -- KID LIT REVIEWS BabyLit is a fashionable way to introduce your toddler to the world of classic literature. With clever, simple...
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Miles to the Finish

Jamie Harper - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

The creator of Miles to Go heads over to the preschool Grand Prix, where a little girl is about to give the boys a run for their money.It's race day at the Red Apple School, and Miles and Otto can't wait. But what's that fancy Speedster doing here? It belongs to a girl named Indie, and the boys...
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Just Like Daddy

Ovi Nedelcu - POW!
Format: Hardcover

A vivdly illustrated day in the life of a little boy and his daddy, this charming picture book paints a gently ironic comparison of how the day unfolds for each of them. The toddler is filled with glee as he tackles each new challenge, while the dad faces his day with a a more grown-up...
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Race Car Count

Rebecca Kai Dotlich - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover

Race car 1 honks look at me!He zooms in front with the turn of a key.. Race car 2 is close behind.The sound of vroom is on his mind.. This simple, rhyming text is perfect for reinforcing counting with young children, and the vibrant, energetic illustrations make this a terrific package...
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I Say, You Say Colors!

Tad Carpenter - LB Kids; Ltf edition
Format: Board book

I say, Colors! You say, Fun! Explore the world of colors with lift-the flaps.These colorful, playful books encourage interactive learning through prediction and repetition but most importantly, they look really fun. --Dr. Robert Needlman, co-founder of Reach Out and Read and author of Dr. Spocks...
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A Is for Awesome

Dallas Clayton - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

Inspirational artist Dallas Clayton infuses his trademark whimsical art and positive message into an absolutely awesome alphabet book. Alliterative and rhyming words of wisdom surrounded by all new art fill this energetic alphabet book by Dallas Clayton. Bursting with color and life, each...
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It's the First Day of Preschool, Chloe Zoe!

Jane Smith - Albert Whitman
Format: Print book

Chloe Zoe is starting preschool today, but she's a little nervous. What if she doesn't like it? Mommy tells her that she will get to sing songs, read stories, and paint pictures. But Chloe Zoe isn't so sure. She'd rather stay at home and play with her little sister. Will...
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Caillou Goes Apple Picking

Danielle Patenaude - Caillou

Caillou and his playschool friends are going on a field trip to the apple orchard. The adventure gets off to a good start with a fun bus ride. Then the children learn about apples and pick some too. They drink fresh apple juice and discover a variety of ways to use apples. By the time they...
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Mr. Postmouses Rounds

Marianne Dubuc - Kids Can Press
Format: Hardcover

In this bustling picture book, Mr. Postmouse carefully loads up his wagon and sets off to make the days mail deliveries to all the animals on his route. Via cross-section drawings, readers get to peer inside each home Mr. Postmouse stops at, and every one is different, depending on the animals...
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Merry Moosey Christmas

Lynn Plourde - Islandport Pr Inc
Format: Hardcover

Another year, another Christmas Eve. This year, Rudolph just wants to enjoy the holiday without having to work. So he convinces Santa to accept a substitute. The search for the perfect replacement results in an eager and resourceful moose, who knows just how to use a headlamp and a GPS....
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Caillou: Where Is Teddy?

Joceline Sanschagrin - Caillou; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Oh no, Caillou has lost his favorite stuffed animal! Now it's bedtime, and Teddy is nowhere to be found. Daddy gets a new bear for Caillou, but it's just not the same. Teddy is irreplaceable.Caillou will find a way to cope with his anxiety.A favorite stuffed animal often makes...
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A Fairytale Adventure

Mary Tillworth - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback

Dora the Explorer goes on a magical fairytale adventure in an all-new Nickelodeon TV special! Girls ages 3 to 7 will fall under the spell of this full-color storybook based on the special.
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Oliver and his Egg

Paul Schmid - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover

In this follow-up to Oliver and his Alligator, Oliver spots a rock on the playground. But it's not just any rock-he's sure it's a dinosaur egg. And once it hatches, he has the best new friend he could ask for. They sail to a deserted island and even launch into outer space....
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I can build that! STEAM.

Findaway World LLC. - Findaway World
Format:  Computer file : Preschool : English

"These interactive games and learning tools will give preschoolers the foundation they need to explore, build, and create a world all their own. Feed creativity and exploration ; Develop hand-eye coordination ; Learn numbers, geometry, and measurement ; Practice shape recognition"--Publisher...
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Bad Kitty Does Not Like Video Games

Nick Bruel - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Print book

All Kitty wants to do is play her favorite video game. But Kitty has been playing her video game for FIVE hours. Now it's time for Kitty to:go outside,draw a picture, read a book,do anything other than play video games.Kitty doesn't want to do any of these things. . . but eventually...
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Love Is

Diane Adams - Chronicle Books
Format: Print book

Perfect for Valentine's Day - or any tender moment - this story of a girl and a duckling who share a touching year together will melt hearts old and young. In this tenderly funny book, girl and duckling grow in their understanding of what it is to care for each other, discovering that love...
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World of Reading: Sheriff Callie's Wild West Peck's Trail Mix Mix-Up: Level Pre-1

Annie Auerbach - Disney Press

Pecks favorite trail mix is slowly disappearing throughout the day! Help him catch the trail mix thief in this Level Pre-1 reader!,
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Where's the Party?

Ruth Chan - Roaring Brook Press, 2016.
Format: Print book

Georgie the cat loves throwing parties for his friends. All his parties have balloons, lights, delicious cake, and most importantly, everyone has an unforgettable time.One day, Georgie decides to throw the ultimate bash, so he puts on his party hat and races through the city to invite...
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A Special Day with Dad

Natalie Shaw - Simon & Schuster Books
Format: Paperback

Olivia finds the perfect way to spend a perfect day with her father in this storybook with foil on the cover.When Mom takes Baby William to see Ian's soccer game, Olivia and Dad get to spend the whole day together! What can they do on their special day to make it especially special...
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Dinnertime for Chickies

Janee Trasler - HarperFestival
Format: Board book

Wash your wings, and take a seat. What will these tiny chickies eat? With the help of Cow, Pig, and Sheep, soon the chickies learn to cheep, "Pass the carrots. Pass the peas. Pass those yummy broccolis!" With engaging rhymes, endearing illustrations, and a soft padded cover, this...
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Disney Christmas Storybook Collection

Elle D. Risco - Disney Press; 3 edition
Format: Hardcover

Celebrate the season with favorite Disney and Disney Pixar characters! This updated edition of the top-selling storybook collection includes new stories with popular characters from films like Frozen, Wreck-It Ralph, and Tangled. This enchanting volume of 18 tales brings the magic of Christmas...
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I Hatched!

Jill Esbaum - Dial Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

From the illustrator of Little Pea comes a gleeful, goofy, gorgeous celebration of being new, curious, and ready to take on the world--perfect for fans of Duck and GooseA baby chick bursts from his egg and into the world with hilarious enthusiasm, awe, and I-can't-help-myself energy,...
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Little Red's Riding 'Hood

Peter Stein - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover

When Little Reds Granny Putt Putt gets sick, the tiny moped scooter races over the river and through the dark woods to bring her a basket of get-well goodies.But when Little Red crosses paths with Tank, the biggest, loudest, meanest machine around, that no-good monster truck has plans of his own.Why,...
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SpongeBob's Slap Shot

Random House - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback

Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants laces up his skates and takes to the ice for some super-silly hockey action in this full-color Pictureback that's sure to score with boys and girls ages 3 to 7. 
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Allie's Garden

Sabra Chebby - blue manatee press
Format: Board book

Eating your vegetables has never been so fun! When Allie goes out to pick vegetables in the garden, she finds all kinds of surprising critters hiding there: an eggplant crow in the cornfield, a potato rabbit sniffing the lettuce and more. But with so many curious creatures around, will...
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More or Less

Childrens Press - C. Press/F. Watts Trade; Brdbk edition

These board books are bursting with the enthusiasm of a toddler exploring the world for the first time. Engaging text and adorable photos introduce toddlers to familiar first experiences in these playful die-cut board books. Colorful photos of familiar objects paired with repetitive text...
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A Crow of His Own

Megan Dowd Lambert - Charlesbridge
Format: Hardcover

Clyde is the new rooster at Sunrise Farm. But hes having trouble fitting in and replacing Larry - the beloved rooster whose wake-up calls were legendary. The cow, the gaggle of hens, and the sheep reminisce about Larry while poor Clyde fails to croon the farmyard awake with the same finesse....
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How to Pee: Potty Training for Boys

Todd Spector - Henry Holt
Format: Hardcover

Out with the old and in with the new! Family physician Dr. Todd Spector presents a fresh and outrageously fun way to encourage little boys to give up their diapers. They can try it freestyle (in the backyard!) , or give the potty a try with the help of a few props and plenty of imagination....
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Magical Mermaid Adventure

Mary Man-Kong - Random House Childrens Books
Format: Paperback

Girls ages 3 to 7 will love this full-color storybook based on the latest Barbie movie: BarbieTM The Pearl Princess.
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I Love You, Blankie

Sheryl Haft - LB Kids; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

A flowing sail, a hot air balloon, a fluffy cloud, a glowing moon... with a little imagination, a blankie can be anything!
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The Numberlys

William Joyce - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

From the team who brought you The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore comes an alphabet tale extraordinaire!Once upon a time there was no alphabet, only numbers ... Life was ... fine. Orderly. Dull as gray paint. Very ... numberly. But our five jaunty heroes weren't willing...
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100 Hungry Monkeys!

Masayuki Sebe - Kids Can Press
Format: Hardcover

This playful picture book encourages pre-readers and early readers to explore the concept of 100. Unusual in that it is a narrative-driven counting book, it offers a delightful and lively story about 100 hungry monkeys who set out to find themselves some food. Once their bellies are full,...
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Rodeo Red

Maripat Perkins - Peachtree Publishers
Format: Hardcover

Rodeo Red and her hound dog Rusty are happier than two buttons on a new shirt ... until Side Swiping Slim shows up. Red is sure that anyone who hollers that much will be hauled to the edge of town and told to skedaddle, but her parents seem smitten. When that scallywag sets his eye on Rusty,...
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The Very Cranky Bear

Nick Bland - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover

Four animal friends cheer up a very cranky bear.Nick Bland's expressive, adorable illustrations complement delightful, rhyming, read-aloud text in this lesson about the importance of sharing with others.Moose, Lion, Zebra, and Sheep take shelter in a cave on a cold and rainy day, only...
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All the Colors We Are/Todos los colores de nuestra piel: The Story of How We Get Our Skin Color/La historia de por qué tenemos diferentes colores de piel

Katie Kissinger - Redleaf Press
Format: Hardcover

The essential resource for 20 years!. Celebrate the essence of one way we are all special and different from one another - our skin color! This bilingual (English/Spanish) book offers children a simple, scientifically accurate explanation about how our skin color is determined by our ancestors,...
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Duck's Vacation

Gilad Soffer - Feiwel and Friends
Format: Print book

Duck is finally going on vacation. He has a beach chair, a book, and peace and quiet. Well, almost.When you - yes, YOU - turn the pages of this book, Duck's vacation gets really interesting!
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Small smaller smallest

Corina Fletcher - Sterling Children's Books, 2015.
Format: Print book

"This irresistible little book is all about measuring. Pull the tabs and have fun as you learn!"--Page 4 of cover.
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The Midnight Library

Kazuno Kohara - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Hardcover

Perfect for bedtime reading, pay a visit to the Midnight Library where you can snuggle up for a nighttime story. There is a little library that only opens at night. In the library there is a little librarian--and her three assistant owls--who helps everyone find the perfect book. The library...
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Baseball Opposites

Christopher Jordan - FENN-TUNDRA
Format: Hardcover

In these Major League Baseball licensed books, children are introduced to exciting early concepts through two engaging titles that teach young readers about opposites and introduce them to various animals unique to the world of professional baseball. Children and parents alike will enjoy...
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Templeton Gets His Wish

Greg Pizzoli - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover

Templeton the cat doesn't like his parents telling him to clean up, and he really doesn't like when his brothers steal his toys. So, he makes a wish on a magic diamond, and his family disappears!At first, Templeton is over the moon. He's free to lounge and play all day, and he never...
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The Turnip

Jan Brett - G. P. Putnam's Sons
Format: Hardcover

In a rollicking, cumulative tale, a badger family and their friends-Hedgie, Mr. Ram and Vanya, the horse-struggle to pull up a giant turnip. A cocky rooster steps in and pulls, sending him into the air, holding onto the turnip. No one knows that a mother bear in her underground den has kicked...
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Look!

Jeff Mack - Philomel Books
Format: Hardcover

This hilarious tale of a friendship that develops over a love of books is the perfect picture book for fans of IT'S A BOOK and OFFICER BUCKLE AND GLORIA!Everyone needs a little attention from time to time. Just ask our gorilla who will stop at nothing to be noticed by the boy with his eyes...
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Don't Splash the Sasquatch!

Kent Redeker - Disney Hyperion
Format: Book

When Senor Sasquatch decides to spend the day by the pool, he hopes that he doesn't get splashed. Water can make his fur all squizzilefied, and Senor Sasquatch does not like to be squizzilefied! But when the other swimmers take the plunge, Senor Sasquatch finds that staying dry is not so easy.
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Florence Nightingale: Mother of Modern Nursing

Carol Alexander - Childrens Pr
Format: Print book

Rookie Biographies offer an in-depth look at some of the most influential people in history. They might be some of America's earliest heroes, like Paul Revere and Sacagawea. Or they could be people who work every day to make the world a better place, like Jane Goodall. No matter what...
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A Great Big Cuddle: Poems for the Very Young

Michael Rosen - Candlewick Press (MA)
Format: Hardcover

Curl up with a playful collection of poems from best-selling children's author and poet Michael Rosen, perfect for sharing with young friends.In this exuberant compilation, Michael Rosen invites children to joyfully celebrate sounds and the infinite possibilities of language. Nonsense...
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The Last Christmas Tree

Stephen Krensky - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover

A "heartwarming, magical tale"--SLJAmong the grand balsam firs and pines at the Christmas tree lot is a little hunched tree that is missing several branches. Still, no tree is more filled with the spirit of Christmas. As the weeks go by, many others are selected but still the little...
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Red Pepper, Yellow Squash: A Book of Colors

Bettina Takacs - Childrens Pr; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Delicious, nutritious veggies in a rainbow of hues help toddlers learn about colors — and healthy eating. These board books are bursting with the enthusiasm of a toddler exploring the world for the first time. Engaging text and adorable photos introduce toddlers to familiar first...
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World of Reading: Sheriff Callie's Wild West Callie Asks For Help: Level Pre-1

Annie Auerbach - Disney Press
Format: Paperback

Leapin' Lassos! Helping others is what Sheriff Callie does best! But when she tries to help too many townsfolk at once, she and Sparky end up stuck at the bottom of a deep canyon. Who will come to Sheriff Callie's rescue in this rootin' tootin' Level Pre-1 Reader?
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John Henry: An American Legend

Ezra Jack Keats - Knopf Books for Young Readers; 50 Anv edition
Format: Hardcover

Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Caldecott Medalist Ezra Jack Keatss vibrant retelling of the popular African American folk ballad in this beautiful hardcover edition. Have you heard the tale John Henry was born with a hammer in his hand. He was taller and stronger than anyone around....
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The Lion Guard Return of the Roar: Purchase Includes Disney eBook!

Disney Book Group - Disney Press
Format: Hardcover

Learn how the Lion Guard came to be in this beautifully illustrated picture book based on the upcoming Disney Junior movie event. Includes a free download of the Disney eBook!
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Bugs, Bees, and Other Buzzy Creatures

Dk Publishing. - Dk Publishing
Format: Print book

What's the buzz? Learn all about the insect world with fun activities and amazing facts in Bugs, Bees, and Other Buzzy Creatures. Discover why bees buzz and why ladybugs are red as you complete different fun craft activities. Each page has clear, engaging photographs with clear text...
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Planes Go

Steve Light - Chronicle Books; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

The helicopter goes, "PITTATATATA PITTATATATA PITTATATATA." The jumbo jet goes, "Wheeeeeeeee VRRRRRRRRRRUUUHHHHHHHHHMMM." The propeller plane goes, "HUK HUK HUK WHIRRRRRRR WHIRRRRRR." Prepare for liftoff with 8 exciting aircraft and the noises they make in this...
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Daddy Hugs

Nancy Tafuri - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Gift edition
Format: Hardcover

Little ones love daddy hugs.
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The Wonderful Things You Will Be

Emily Winfield Martin - Random House
Format: Print book

The New York Times bestseller that celebrates the dreams, acceptance, and love that parents have for their children . . . now and forever! From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin's rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when...
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Sleepless Knight

Alexis Frederick-Frost - First Second
Format: Hardcover

The Knight can't wait for her first camping trip! She and her horse Edward pack everything they need--including her beloved Teddy--and head out into the woods. But when it's time for bed, Teddy is nowhere to be found! A helpful rabbit thinks this "Teddy" sounds familiar,...
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Where's the Pumpkin?

Frankie Jones - little bee books; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Follow Spook the cat across the farm on her Halloween adventure!Spook, the black cat, has heard about pumpkins, but she isn't sure what a pumpkin is. She sets out across the farmyard to try to find out. Each animal she meets tells her something different about pumpkins. "A pumpkin...
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Sand Sister

Amanda White - Barefoot Books
Format: Print book

When Miranda wants a sister to play with at the beach, she draws a girl in the sand and wishes with all her might. To her surprise, Old Daddy Rock gives her "Sandy", a sister to play with until the tide comes in. They have lots of fun, but at the end of the day, Miranda must say goodbye.
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There's a Bear on My Chair

Ross Collins - Nosy Crow
Format: Print book

Poor Mouse! A bear has settled in his favorite chair, and that chair just isn't big enough for two. Mouse tries all kinds of tactics to move pesky Bear, but nothing works. Once Mouse has gone, Bear gets up and walks home. But what's that? Is that a mouse in Bear's house?
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Little Tiger Picks Up

Michael Dahl - Picture Window Books; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Little Tiger thinks playtime is over. But wait! Playtime ends with a simple job. Little Tiger must pick up his toys, games, and books. Part of the Hello Genius series, this simple board book helps toddlers learn important social skills.
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Teachers Rock!

Todd Parr - Little
Format: Print book

A celebration of the countless ways teachers change the world-with a free Back-to-School poster! Teachers are amazing! They teach you new things, make you laugh, and help you meet new friends. They always encourage you to do your best. They make the classroom a great place to be! From...
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Good Night Owl

Greg Pizzoli - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Owl tries his best to wrap up his night and settle in for a long sleep-after moving past a few bumps in the road - in this Geisel Honor-winning, giggle-worthy bedtime story.Will Owl ever get a good nights sleep? Hes ready for bed, but as soon as he settles in, he hears a strange noise....
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You're Still You!

Maggie Testa - Simon Spotlight
Format: Print book

Join Daniel Tiger for another adorable adventure in this sturdy board book based on a special episode of Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood!Lots of Daniel's friends look different today: Prince Wednesday isn't wearing his glasses, Teacher Harriet changed her hair, and even Daniel couldn't...
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Little Owl's Day

Divya Srinivasan - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Chikit-chikit-chik!A squirrel is chittering. Bees are buzzing. The sun is high in the sky. And Little Owl is supposed to be asleep, but when he wakes up early, he's just too curious to close his eyes again. The forest he knows so well at nighttime is completely different - and exciting...
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This Is the House That Monsters Built

Steve Metzger - Cartwheel Books
Format: Print book

"This is the skeleton who nailed down the floor, That upset the werewolf who put in a door, That stopped the spider who started to crawl, That shocked the mummy who raised the wall, Inside the house that monsters built." "This Is the House That Monsters Built" uses the building...
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Buddy and the Bunnies in: Don't Play with Your Food!

Bob Shea - Disney Pr
Format: Print book

Rah! Buddy's a monster, and he's hungry! Time for all cute little bunnies to hop into his mouth. "Oh no!" they say. "There are cupcakes in the oven!" They offer Buddy some, and he becomes too full to eat the bunnies. He'll have to come back tomorrow. And so it goes...
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Lucky Tucker

Leslie McGuirk - Candlewick; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Lucky dog! Life is a romp in the park after Tucker rolls in clover in this gleeful new tale about a charmingly expressive pup.When Tucker the terrier wakes up on Saint Patricks Day, he gets off on the wrong paw. Nothing is going his way until he rolls in a bed of clover - a bed of four-leaf...
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Music Class Today!

David Weinstone - Farrar Straus Giroux
Format: Hardcover

Hooray!Music class is underway!As soon as the teacher starts to play his guitar and sing, the kids are whirling and twirling and having a blast. But for one hesitant little music maker, it is all a bit overwhelming at first. With energetic and bright illustrations, this reassuring story...
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The Wheels on the Bus

Melanie Willamson - Barefoot Books; Rei/Com edition
Format: Book

Multicultural Approach: In a great ew twis on a well-know song, this lively, multicultural singalong set in Guatemala brings a fun new aspect to a an old favourite. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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I Can Do Anything!

Natalie Shaw - Simon Spotlight
Format: Print book

Reach for the stars with Olivia in this adorable 8x8 storybook perfect for graduations and celebrations!Perry is graduating from a dog-training class, which makes Olivia wonder, what does she want to be when she graduates? Should she be an astronaut or a ballerina? What about a ballet-dancing...
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Spot Loves School

Eric Hill - Warne; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Enjoy the first day of school with Spot! It's Spot's first day of school! He and his friends sing together, play together, and read together. When it's time to go home, Spot can't wait to come back tomorrow! Young readers will love going to school with their favorite puppy...
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National Geographic Readers: Sleep, Bear!

Shelby Alinsky - National Geographic Kids
Format: Library Binding

Follow a bear cub and its family as they prepare to hibernate for the winter. Through engaging text features, such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups -- helping them make connections between words and expanding their...
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Bears and a Birthday

Shirley Parenteau - Candlewick; Nov edition
Format: Hardcover

In their fourth endearing escapade, four small bears prepare a celebration for Big Brown Bear's birthday.Mmm, something smells good in the kitchen. Big Brown Bear is curious - what are those little bears up to? Are they making something special? No peeking, Big Brown Bear! Floppy and Fuzzy,...
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Get Well Soon, Spot

Eric Hill - Warne
Format: Print book

Oh no! Everyone's favorite puppy is sick.Spot isn't feeling well. But with a little help from Mom and his friends, Spot discovers that being ill isn't all bad.
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World of Reading: Doc McStuffins Peaches Pie, Take a Bath!: Level Pre-1

Disney Book Group - Disney Press
Format: Paperback

One sweet-smelling peach! Alma's doll, Peaches Pie, always smells lovely until Alma's dog, Rudy, drags her through the mud! Suddenly, Peaches Pie doesn't smell so peachy anymore! Can Doc help? Find out in this sweet treat of a Level Pre-1 Reader!
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Swimming Is Fun!

Robin Nelson - 21st Century
Format: Book

From learning the crawl to doing the backstroke, swimming is fun! Learn the basics of the sport while building reading skills with these supportive texts.
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Flight of the Jaquins

Rh Disney. - Disney Books For Young Re
Format: Print book

Elena is a clever, action-minded teenage princess who was locked inside an amulet for years. Now she's free and ready to rule the Latin kingdom of Avalor! Elena of Avalor is a new Disney Channel animated series, launching summer 2016. This beautifully animated Big Golden Book retells...
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How to Cheer Up Dad

Fred Koehler - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover

A hilarious book about parent and child relationships for fans of Ian Falconer and Jon Agee--a perfect gift idea for Fathers Day and beyond!Little Jumbo just cant understand why his dad is having such a bad day. It couldnt be the raisins Little Jumbo spit out at the ceiling or the bath...
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National Geographic Kids Look and Learn: Ocean Creatures

National Geographic Kids - National Geographic Children's Books; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Look at the beautiful creatures of the sea in this adorable board book featuring sea creatures kids will love. Paired with beautiful photos and approachable, colorful design, this board book is sure to inspire your child to want to learn more about the oceans.
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My Body Belongs to Me from My Head to My Toes

Dagmar Geisler - Sky Pony Press; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover

As a child, there are constantly people trying to pick you up, hug you, or tickle you. Sometimes, though, children fall victims to people who try to touch them inappropriately. But how do you tell someone, most likely an adult, that you dont want to be touched? Or, if it has already happened,...
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Extraordinary Jane

Hannah E Harrison - Dial Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book

For anyone with a beloved pet, this delightful and heartwarming story set at the circus shows that quiet qualities like friendship, kindness, and loyalty are important and worthy. Jane is an ordinary dog in an extraordinary circus. She isn't strong, graceful, or brave like her family. When...
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Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night?

Brianna Caplan Sayres - Random House Books for Young Readers; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

The bedtime ritualsof little diggers and dump trucks at a construction site should be quite familar to kids saying goodnight. Young readers will identify with fire engines, tractors and monster trucks as the vehicles ask for one more storywhiletheir mommy trucks tuck them in, and their...
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What's So Yummy?: All About Eating Well and Feeling Good

Robie Harris - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

Acclaimed New York Times best-selling author Robie H. Harris introduces preschoolers to the pleasures of eating healthy, being active, and feeling good.Gus, Nellie, and baby Jake can't wait to go on a picnic! In the morning the family heads to their community garden, then to the farmer's...
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Duck, Duck, Moose!

Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen - Disney Editions
Format: Hardcover

Duck and Duck are preparing for a party, and each step of the way, Moose inadvertently messes things up. When he disappears in shame, Duck and Duck must go find him so he can join in the party-which was for him! The slapstick physical humor of Duck, Duck, Moose will have kids overcome with...
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Hummingbirds

Bonnie Bader - Grosset & Dunlap
Format: Print book

Hummingbirds are some of the most beautiful, tiniest birds in nature. They are the only creatures that can fly forward, backward, sideways - even upside down! Their hearts beat anywhere from 500 to 1200 times every minute; their wings flap as many as 52 times per second; and they breathe...
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Send for a Superhero!

Michael Rosen - Candlewick Press
Format: Hardcover

Comic-book action meets picture-book adventure in this exciting and funny new outing from beloved author Michael Rosen and illustrator Katharine McEwen. Tune in as a father reads his children a bedtime story about the exploits of two villains, Filth and Vacuum, and their wicked plan to suck...
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Peek-A-Zoo!

Nina Laden - ‎Chronicle Books; Illustrated edition
Format: Board book

Read the clue . . . guess the animal . . . giggle wildly . . . and repeat! At long last, board book virtuoso Nina Laden has created a companion to her beloved classic Peek-a Who?...
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I Can Smell

Julie Murray - Abdo Kids,
Format: Print book

Presents the sense of smell using simple text and colorful illustrations.
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Flashlight

Lizi Boyd - Chronicle Books (CA)
Format: Hardcover

Inside a tent it's cozy. But what is going on outside? Is it dark? Is it scary? Not if you have your trusty flashlight! Told solely through images and using a spare yet dramatic palette, artist Lizi Boyd has crafted a masterful exploration of night, nature, and art. Both lyrical and humorous,...
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Maple & Willow Apart

Lori Nichols - Nancy Paulsen Books
Format: Print book

Funny, relatable sibling dynamics make this story a wonderful way to address navigating big changes. Lori Nichols's expressive artwork beautifully portrays Maple and Willow's strong bond, and children will love the creative, kid-powered solution. Maple and Willow have always been inseparable....
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Good-Night, Owl!

Pat Hutchins - Little Simon
Format: Hardcover

Owl can't get to sleep in this Classic Board Book edition of Pat Hutchins's beloved Good-Night, Owl!How is Owl supposed to sleep the day away with the bees buzzing, the woodpecker pecking, the doves cooing, and the squirrels crunching? But when night falls and everything is finally...
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Bones and the Apple Pie Mystery

David A. Adler - Penguin Young Readers
Format: Print book

Detective Jeffery Bones and Grandpa visit Grandpa's friend Sally - the best apple pie baker around. Today, she's practicing for the pie contest held at the county fair. But when it's finally time to eat the pies, they are nowhere to be found - not in the oven, on the counter,...
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Introducing Teddy: A gentle story about gender and friendship

Jess Walton - Bloomsbury Usa
Format: Print book

Errol and his teddy, Thomas, are best friends who do everything together. Whether it's riding a bike, playing in the tree house, having a tea party, or all of the above, every day holds something fun to do. One sunny day, Errol finds that Thomas is sad, even when they are playing in their...
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Chicks

Laura Ellen Anderson - Boxer Books; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

What's cute and fluffy and goes "cheep, cheep, cheep?" Chicks! These sweet creatures love each other and mom very much, and they're having a great time dancing in puddles, hiding among the flowers, peck-peck-pecking in the dirt, and playing with some friendly bunnies....
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What Is Pink?

Keith Plechaty - Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic, Inc., 2016. 2016
Format: Print book

Rookie Toddler celebrates a toddler's world of first words, first discoveries, and more. These books are the perfect size for little hands. And they're bursting with the enthusiasm of a toddler just beginning to explore the world. Engaging text and adorable photos introduce toddlers...
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Squid Kid the Magnificent

Lynne Berry - Disney/Hyperion Books
Format: Print book

Oliver isn't an ordinary squid; he's Squid Kid the Magnificent! But his sister, Stella, will tell you otherwise. While Oliver performs various feats of magic-like vanishing in ink, or making dozens of squids suddenly appear-Stella sees right through each illusion, and is far from impressed....
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D Is for Dress Up: The ABC's of What We Wear

Maria Carluccio - Chronicle Books LLC
Format: Print book

Maria Carluccio's playful fashion alphabet celebrates the fun of getting dressed - and getting dressed up! From a sophisticated bow tie to a warm wool hat, this diverse celebration of what we wear from A to Z invites kids to get creative and embrace their own unique style.
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The Grasshopper & the Ants

Jerry Pinkney - Little, Brown and Company, 2015.
Format: Print book

In this stunning companion to the Caldecott Medal-winning The Lion & the Mouse and the highly acclaimed The Tortoise & the Hare, a playful grasshopper wonders why the busy ants around him won't join in his merrymaking as the seasons pass by. But when winter arrives, he soon...
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Baby's Busy Year: A Book of Seasons

Dave Aikins - Grosset & Dunlap; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

Mom, dad, and baby will love our new line of board books from Sassy, the award-winning and innovative toy company. This $6.99 board book teaches babies all about the four seasons with the use of fun diecuts throughout the book. It's perfect for newborn babies and up!
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Are You Sure, Mother Bear?

Amy Hest - Candlewick Press
Format: Print book

Will everything I love still be there when I wake? Mother Bear's absolute reassurance - and an unexpected outing - enables a little cub to sleep in a masterful bedtime story.On the first night of winter, Little Miss Bear will not go to sleep. She simply refuses. "Winter is for sleeping,"...
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Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb

Al Perkins - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover

Illus. in full color. A madcap band of dancing, prancing monkeys explain hands, fingers, and thumbs to beginning readers.
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Little Baby Buttercup

Linda Ashman - Nancy Paulsen Books
Format: Hardcover

In this delightful love letter to a growing child, Linda Ashman and You Byun celebrate the magic of those fleeting days of early childhood. Their lively read-aloud shows the delight to be found in the world of a toddler. Every day brings new milestones and adventureand little Buttercup...
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Sofia the First: A Royal Mouse in the House

Disney Book Group - Disney Press
Format: Hardcover

It's the day of the Enchancia Pet Show, and everyone is excited. The pet-owning students of Royal Prep are all there including Hildegard and her mink, Lulu. Suddenly, Lulu jumps out of Hildegard's arms and runs away. While trying to find her pet, Hildegard is turned into a mouse!...
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Mini Myths: Be Patient, Pandora!

Joan Holub - Harry N. Abrams; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book

When Pandora is warned by her mother not to open a box, her spirited curiosity trumps her obedience. Pandora harmlessly touches the box, innocently leans on the box, and eventually, albeit accidentally, bursts the box open! The cupcakes that were hidden inside are ruined, except for one last...
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If You Were a Dog

Jamie Swenson - Farrar Straus Giroux
Format: Print book

If you could be any kind of animal, what would you be? Would you be a dog that goes ARRRROOOOOOO? Or maybe you would be a sharp-toothed dinosaur that can CHOMP, STOMP, ROAR! Perhaps you might want to be a hopping frog that goes BOING, BOING, RIBBET! But maybe you would want to be the best...
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What Pet Should I Get?

Dr. Seuss - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Library Binding

A never-before-seen picture book by Dr. Seuss! This never-ever-before-seen picture book by Dr. Seuss about making up one's mind is the literary equivalent of buried treasure! What happens when a brother and sister visit a pet store to pick a pet? Naturally, they can't choose just...
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Cuddly Princess Pals

Andrea Posner-Sanchez - Random House Disney
Format: Paperback

Welcome to the magical world of Palace Pets! Each Disney Princess has a furry pet to love and care for. Girls ages 2 to 5 will love reading about Cinderella's puppy, Sleeping Beauty's kitty, Rapunzel's pony, and Snow White's bunny in this full-color storybook!
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Run, Dog!

Cecile Boyer - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover

Wherever a buoyant red ball goes, a dog follows close behind, running, jumping, and wreaking delightful havoc in its wake! Turn the distinctive pages to discover what happens as the ball and the dog enter each new scene. Children and adults alike will be amused by this simple story featuring...
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Here Comes Destructosaurus!

Aaron Reynolds - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover

Watch the unstoppable destructive force of a raging temper tantrum! Tremble at the enormous mess and disrespectful roaring! Despair as no amount of scolding can stem the heedless fury! Someone is heading for a time-out, Mister! Anyone who has witnessed (or been) a toddler in the throes...
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Who Can Swim?

Sebastien Braun - Candlewick Press.
Format: Hardcover

Who can swim? Babies will be eager to lift the flaps in this bold, simple board book to see if their guesses are right. Dive with a dolphin, wallow with a whale, and paddle with a polar bear. Who else might be in the water? An engaging board book invites babies to lift its shaped flaps...
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Oh So Brave Dragon: A Picture Book

David Kirk - Feiwel & Friends
Format: Hardcover

Dragon knows he is supposed to be brave -- because thats what dragons do. Hes so brave and valiant, hes ready to try out his fearsome roar! But when he hears something that scares him, he turns to his forest friends to find the noise, and to help him be brave. . Young readers will relate...
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Where Are You, Blue?

Sonali Fry - Little Simon
Format: Hardcover

When Blue Dot is running late, his whereabouts get caught up in a hilarious chain of miscommunication."Okay! Blue Dot is on his way." "What? Blue Dot has joined the ballet?" "Wait no - he said he'd be here soon." "Why did Blue Dot go to the moon?"Blue...
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Leaps and Bounce

Susan Hood - Disney*HYPERION, 2016.
Format: Print book

Change comes to all who grow. Even tiny tadpoles. Follow them as they start out as small, rounded eggs, and then sprout wiggly tails, before leaping their way into the big wide world!
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Say Hello Like This

Mary Murphy - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover

The creator of a Kiss Like This offers an exuberant concept book about the irresistible sounds that animals make. The perfect baby gift!Different kinds of animals say hello in their own way. And who better than Mary Murphy to introduce their voices to the youngest of listeners? Full...
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