A story of pluck and determination inspired by the real events of 1815-17, when a young man named Karl Drais invented the very first bicycle.Before there were trains, or cars, or planes, people rode horses to travel from place to place.Then came the Year without a Summer, when a cloud of volcanic ash blocked the sun and crops withered across half the world. With no oats to eat, horses grew too weak to walk. Everyone despaired - how would they get around?But one day, a young forester had a bright idea in the darkness...Inspired by true events, The Running Machine shows how resilience in the face of adversity can lead to something wondrous.
Balzer Bray
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9780063119826
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Hardcover
The Big Bang Theory
By Cohen, Ivan
Exploding with fan-favorite characters and jokes from The Big Bang Theory, this picture book is perfect for readers of all ages, including the hit TV show's biggest fans and the smallest science enthusiasts! Leonard, Sheldon, and their super smart friends are competing in the Siebert Science Fair! The first prize? An appearance on everyone's favorite show, Professor Proton! Who will make their big debut? Will it be Howard and Raj for their rocket? Amy and Bernadette for their research on the human brain? Leonard for his laser? Or Sheldon for one of his four projects - maybe his comparison of soft kitty and warm kitty? When a scientific catastrophe disrupts the event and jeopardizes everyone's chances at stardom, though, a solution comes from a new and different kind of friend.
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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9780316506878
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Hardcover
Just What to Do
By Lukoff, Kyle
A tender picture book about grief and the many ways to offer comfort in sad times, from Newbery Honor-winner Kyle Lukoff.. When you see someone sad, it's only natural to want to cheer them up. But how? Some people like hugs but others don't. Sometimes a joke is more comforting than a card. How can you do the just-right-thing if you don't know what it is? . With its spare, poignant text and unexpectedly levitous illustrations, Just What to Do offers an important lesson about how to offer comfort to loved ones by setting aside your assumptions and following their lead.
Dial Books
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9780593462942
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Hardcover
When Beavers Flew
By Tracy, Kristen
This fascinating picture book tells the unique, quirky, and true story of how one man in Idaho saved 76 beavers from destroying a town by parachuting them into uninhabited wetlands.. In 1948, the town of McCall, Idaho was growing rapidly. World War II was over, and the little town tucked away in the mountains began to boom. There was only one problem. As the town expanded, they found beavers everywhere. A beaver here, a beaver there, and it didn't take long to realize that humans and beavers weren't great cohabitators. But one clever and resourceful Fish and Game Warden named Elmo Heter had an idea.. Heter knew that the beavers were integral to the wetlands, so keeping the well-being of the beavers in mind he set out to find a way to relocate them. After a few failed attempts, he finally landed on a wild idea .
Random House Studio
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9780593647523
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Hardcover
Seeker of Truth
By Venkat, Srividhya
The inspiring story of Kailash Satyarthi, whose lifelong battle against child labor garnered him to a Nobel Peace Prize alongside Malala Yousafzai in 2014.. "My only aim in life is that every child is free to be a child.". Kailash Satyarthi has fought injustice his whole life. As a young boy, he raised money so poor children could attend school. When he was a teen, combatted caste discrimination by sharing a meal with "untouchables." And as an adult, he fought against child labor and for increased education, ultimely rescuing hundreds of thousands of children worldwide. In 2014, he was recognized for his efforts, winning a Nobel Peace Prize alongside Malala Yousafzai. This inspiring picture book shows that anyone can strive for change in their community that make a big difference around the world.
little bee books
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9781499815696
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Hardcover
Poppy's Perfect Crayons
By Garland, Sally Anne
Poppy's fancy new crayons were perfect . . . perhaps too perfect?As Poppy's classmates are having fun coloring, she doesn't want to ruin her perfect-looking crayons by using them. Seeing her reluctance, each of her friends lends her one of their crayons, which happen to be short, broken, chewed, paperless, or even bent. But when no one has the color Poppy needs, will her own crayons do, or are they just too perfect?For kids who struggle with perfectionism or fear making mistakes, Poppy's Perfect Crayons offers a colorful story about how much fun "imperfect" things can be!
Beaming Books
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9781506490151
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Hardcover
Down the Sleepy River
By Drage, Emma
A calming picture book filled with mindfulness techniques perfect for bedtime.. As you float along the sleepy river, say good night to the animals who are mindfully getting ready for bed. The soothing text helps little ones settle down for a good night's sleep by copying the rhino, the lion, and other sleepy animals as they take deep breaths to calm the body and the mind in preparation for bedtime.
Templar
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9781536234978
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Hardcover
The Secret Gardens of Frances Hodgson Burnett
By Carpenter, Angelica Shirley
Publisher: n/a
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9781638191506
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Sea Wolves
By Benedict, Megan
This lyrical, stunningly illustrated book explores the sea wolf - an apex marine mammal evolved from the gray wolf - as it navigates the coastline, eats seafood, and lives its extraordinary, unusual life.. Sea Wolves: Keepers of the Rainforest is the astonishing story of a wolf species that calls the shores of western Canada and southeastern Alaska home. Here, wolves crack clams, feast on fish roe, swipe salmon from rivers, and swim miles between islands - as long observed by the First Nations communities that have lived alongside them for thousands of years. . However, with the rise of industrial logging, pipeline projects, and other threats, sea wolves face a troubled future. Wildlife experts and First Nations members agree: these majestic creatures are a vital part of the ecosystem and need to be protected.
Astra Young Readers
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9781662620119
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Hardcover
There Are No Ants in This Book
By Mosco, Rosemary
This hilarious meta picture book from the author of Butterflies Are Pretty . . . Gross! shows us that ants aren't so bad. In fact, they're pretty amazing, and with their humongous families, they might turn your picnic into a party!. Nothing can ruin a picnic faster than a bunch of ants. It's a good thing there are no ants in this book . . . well, maybe there's only one. Or two. . . . Or ten??. Maybe it's not so bad. Ants are kind of cool, after all - especially the ones with amazing butts, like the Acrobat Ant that waves its back end around to scare off enemies. Or the Slender Leaf Ant that can glide through the air. Or the Dinosaur Ant, which is the biggest ant in the world! Okay, so a picnic with ants is actually lots of fun!. But what if an anteater also wants to join the picnic?.
The Running Machine
By Negley, Keith
A story of pluck and determination inspired by the real events of 1815-17, when a young man named Karl Drais invented the very first bicycle.Before there were trains, or cars, or planes, people rode horses to travel from place to place.Then came the Year without a Summer, when a cloud of volcanic ash blocked the sun and crops withered across half the world. With no oats to eat, horses grew too weak to walk. Everyone despaired - how would they get around?But one day, a young forester had a bright idea in the darkness...Inspired by true events, The Running Machine shows how resilience in the face of adversity can lead to something wondrous.
The Big Bang Theory
By Cohen, Ivan
Exploding with fan-favorite characters and jokes from The Big Bang Theory, this picture book is perfect for readers of all ages, including the hit TV show's biggest fans and the smallest science enthusiasts! Leonard, Sheldon, and their super smart friends are competing in the Siebert Science Fair! The first prize? An appearance on everyone's favorite show, Professor Proton! Who will make their big debut? Will it be Howard and Raj for their rocket? Amy and Bernadette for their research on the human brain? Leonard for his laser? Or Sheldon for one of his four projects - maybe his comparison of soft kitty and warm kitty? When a scientific catastrophe disrupts the event and jeopardizes everyone's chances at stardom, though, a solution comes from a new and different kind of friend.
Just What to Do
By Lukoff, Kyle
A tender picture book about grief and the many ways to offer comfort in sad times, from Newbery Honor-winner Kyle Lukoff.. When you see someone sad, it's only natural to want to cheer them up. But how? Some people like hugs but others don't. Sometimes a joke is more comforting than a card. How can you do the just-right-thing if you don't know what it is? . With its spare, poignant text and unexpectedly levitous illustrations, Just What to Do offers an important lesson about how to offer comfort to loved ones by setting aside your assumptions and following their lead.
When Beavers Flew
By Tracy, Kristen
This fascinating picture book tells the unique, quirky, and true story of how one man in Idaho saved 76 beavers from destroying a town by parachuting them into uninhabited wetlands.. In 1948, the town of McCall, Idaho was growing rapidly. World War II was over, and the little town tucked away in the mountains began to boom. There was only one problem. As the town expanded, they found beavers everywhere. A beaver here, a beaver there, and it didn't take long to realize that humans and beavers weren't great cohabitators. But one clever and resourceful Fish and Game Warden named Elmo Heter had an idea.. Heter knew that the beavers were integral to the wetlands, so keeping the well-being of the beavers in mind he set out to find a way to relocate them. After a few failed attempts, he finally landed on a wild idea .
Seeker of Truth
By Venkat, Srividhya
The inspiring story of Kailash Satyarthi, whose lifelong battle against child labor garnered him to a Nobel Peace Prize alongside Malala Yousafzai in 2014.. "My only aim in life is that every child is free to be a child.". Kailash Satyarthi has fought injustice his whole life. As a young boy, he raised money so poor children could attend school. When he was a teen, combatted caste discrimination by sharing a meal with "untouchables." And as an adult, he fought against child labor and for increased education, ultimely rescuing hundreds of thousands of children worldwide. In 2014, he was recognized for his efforts, winning a Nobel Peace Prize alongside Malala Yousafzai. This inspiring picture book shows that anyone can strive for change in their community that make a big difference around the world.
Poppy's Perfect Crayons
By Garland, Sally Anne
Poppy's fancy new crayons were perfect . . . perhaps too perfect?As Poppy's classmates are having fun coloring, she doesn't want to ruin her perfect-looking crayons by using them. Seeing her reluctance, each of her friends lends her one of their crayons, which happen to be short, broken, chewed, paperless, or even bent. But when no one has the color Poppy needs, will her own crayons do, or are they just too perfect?For kids who struggle with perfectionism or fear making mistakes, Poppy's Perfect Crayons offers a colorful story about how much fun "imperfect" things can be!
Down the Sleepy River
By Drage, Emma
A calming picture book filled with mindfulness techniques perfect for bedtime.. As you float along the sleepy river, say good night to the animals who are mindfully getting ready for bed. The soothing text helps little ones settle down for a good night's sleep by copying the rhino, the lion, and other sleepy animals as they take deep breaths to calm the body and the mind in preparation for bedtime.
The Secret Gardens of Frances Hodgson Burnett
By Carpenter, Angelica Shirley
Sea Wolves
By Benedict, Megan
This lyrical, stunningly illustrated book explores the sea wolf - an apex marine mammal evolved from the gray wolf - as it navigates the coastline, eats seafood, and lives its extraordinary, unusual life.. Sea Wolves: Keepers of the Rainforest is the astonishing story of a wolf species that calls the shores of western Canada and southeastern Alaska home. Here, wolves crack clams, feast on fish roe, swipe salmon from rivers, and swim miles between islands - as long observed by the First Nations communities that have lived alongside them for thousands of years. . However, with the rise of industrial logging, pipeline projects, and other threats, sea wolves face a troubled future. Wildlife experts and First Nations members agree: these majestic creatures are a vital part of the ecosystem and need to be protected.
There Are No Ants in This Book
By Mosco, Rosemary
This hilarious meta picture book from the author of Butterflies Are Pretty . . . Gross! shows us that ants aren't so bad. In fact, they're pretty amazing, and with their humongous families, they might turn your picnic into a party!. Nothing can ruin a picnic faster than a bunch of ants. It's a good thing there are no ants in this book . . . well, maybe there's only one. Or two. . . . Or ten??. Maybe it's not so bad. Ants are kind of cool, after all - especially the ones with amazing butts, like the Acrobat Ant that waves its back end around to scare off enemies. Or the Slender Leaf Ant that can glide through the air. Or the Dinosaur Ant, which is the biggest ant in the world! Okay, so a picnic with ants is actually lots of fun!. But what if an anteater also wants to join the picnic?.