A young boy tries to find his voice with the help of some four-legged friends in this novel from the Newbery-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall.Zoe's family rescues dogs in need. There is always the sweet smell of dog and a warm body looking to cuddle or play. There is always a new dog to be saved and loved. Fur flies everywhere. It covers everything. Zoe's house is never silent. But the house across the street is always silent these days. A new family has moved in and Phillip, the boy, has stopped speaking. He doesn't even want to try. Zoe knows that saving dogs and saving boys are different jobs, but she learns that some parts are the same. Both take attention and care, understanding and time. And maybe just a bit of white fur flying. From Newbery Medalist Patricia MacLachlan, White Fur Flying is an endearing tale of companionship and hope.
Margaret K. McElderry Books
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9781442421714
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Hardcover
Rabbit & Possum
By Wulfekotte, Dana
Rabbit likes to leap before she looks. Possum is a little more cautious. Together, they are a dynamic duo ready to charm fans of Frog and Toad or Toot & Puddle! Rabbit has been preparing all day for her best friend Possum's visit, but when the time comes she finds Possum fast asleep. No matter what Rabbit does, she just can't wake him up. But then a rustle in the bushes frightens Possum and sends him up a tree - where he gets very, very stuck. Rabbit has any number of ideas to get him down. Unfortunately, they all make Possum a little...uneasy. But best friends never give up. With a little creativity - and a big surprise - Rabbit just might be able to save the day. These unlikely friends and their upbeat humor are just right for fans of Eric Rohmann's My Friend Rabbit and Kelly Bingham's Z Is for Moose.
Greenwillow Books
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9780062455819
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Hardcover
Star Wars A Jedi You Will Be
By Chhibber, Preeti
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and learn how to use the Force in this hilarious and stylized picture book narrated by everybody's favorite Jedi Master, Yoda!
Disney Lucasfilm Press
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9781368057240
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Hardcover
Pirate Stew
By Gaiman, Neil
Long John has a whole crew of wild pirates in tow, andfor one boy and his sisterhe's about to transform a perfectly ordinary evening into a riotous adventure beneath a pirate moon. It's time to make some PIRATE STEW.
Marvelously silly and gloriously entertaining, this tale of pirates, flying ships, doughnut feasts and some rather magical stew is perfect for all pirates, both young and old.
With a deliciously rhyming text from master storyteller Neil Gaiman and spellbinding illustrations by the supremely talented Chris Riddell, this is the picture book of the year!
Quill Tree Books
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9780062934574
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Hardcover
How to Catch a Unicorn
By Wallace, Adam
This newest book in the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series features one of the world's most elusive mythical creatures the unicorn! Filled with zany traps and lots of rainbow unicorn fun, this is the unicorn book of the year!Can you catch the unicorn You'll have to use your brain, So set your traps and prep your teamTo pet that rainbow mane!
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
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9781492669739
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Hardcover
The Secret World of Mermaids
By Quinn, Jordan
Prince Lucas discovers underwater secrets when he gets a glimpse of the mermaids' kingdom in this eighth chapter book in the fantastical Kingdom of Wrenly series.Lucas and Clara are floating on a raft when a wave hits and throws Lucas into the sea. Before being pulled up to the surface, Lucas catches a glimpse of a coral kingdom filled with castles, towers, and ... mermaids! King Caleb tells him that the mermaids have always treasured their privacy, and everyone should respect that. But despite his father's advice, Lucas is determined to find out more about the mermaids' secret world!With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Kingdom of Wrenly chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Little Simon
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9781481431231
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Print book
Baz & Benz
By Mckinnon, Heidi
This engaging and vividly illustrated picture book playfully explores the loyalty between best friends who will continue to love each other - no matter what."Benz, are we friends?" "Yes, Baz, we are best friends." "For how long?" "For ever and ever." But what do you do when your best friend is...kind of annoying? A delightfully funny and warmhearted story about a little owl exploring the boundaries of friendship, and the best friend who loves them anyway.
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
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9781534468023
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Hardcover
Pete the Cat
By Dean, James
New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic children's bedtime song "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," sung by cool cat Pete - now available in sturdy board book format.Pete the Cat's wide appeal lends itself to fresh adaptations of classics (Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins was a New York Times bestseller) . The Pete the Cat: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star board book is sure to be a hit with the youngest fans of everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete.
HarperFestival
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9780062381613
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Hardcover
It's Valentine's Day
By Prelutsky, Jack
These fourteen silly, sweet poems by nationally bestselling author Jack Prelutsky are perfect for Valentines Day. This Level 4 I Can Read title is ideal for readers who are ready for wordplay, exciting themes, and fun vocabulary words! Fourteen easy-to-read poems go straight to the heartand the funny boneof the fourteenth of February. Jack Prelutsky, the nations first childrens poet laureate and a popular and bestselling poet, does for Valentines Day what he has already done for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Halloweenand the results are delectable. Publishers Weekly said, Cheers for Prelutsky, ingenious rhymester beloved by children who recognize themselves in collections like this. Its Valentines Day! is illustrated in full color, and it is a perfect choice for independent readers as well as a perfect bridge to chapter books.
Greenwillow Books
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9780060537128
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Hardcover
Frog Can Hop
By Gehl, Laura
From Laura Gehl, author of Dog Can Hide and Cat Sees Snow, comes another side-splitting Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read about an energetic frog and unhurried pig.. Frog can hop. Pig likes to flop. When Frog makes a big drop, will Pig help? Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Frog Can Hop was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains around 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills.
White Fur Flying
By Maclachlan, Patricia
A young boy tries to find his voice with the help of some four-legged friends in this novel from the Newbery-winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall.Zoe's family rescues dogs in need. There is always the sweet smell of dog and a warm body looking to cuddle or play. There is always a new dog to be saved and loved. Fur flies everywhere. It covers everything. Zoe's house is never silent. But the house across the street is always silent these days. A new family has moved in and Phillip, the boy, has stopped speaking. He doesn't even want to try. Zoe knows that saving dogs and saving boys are different jobs, but she learns that some parts are the same. Both take attention and care, understanding and time. And maybe just a bit of white fur flying. From Newbery Medalist Patricia MacLachlan, White Fur Flying is an endearing tale of companionship and hope.
Rabbit & Possum
By Wulfekotte, Dana
Rabbit likes to leap before she looks. Possum is a little more cautious. Together, they are a dynamic duo ready to charm fans of Frog and Toad or Toot & Puddle! Rabbit has been preparing all day for her best friend Possum's visit, but when the time comes she finds Possum fast asleep. No matter what Rabbit does, she just can't wake him up. But then a rustle in the bushes frightens Possum and sends him up a tree - where he gets very, very stuck. Rabbit has any number of ideas to get him down. Unfortunately, they all make Possum a little...uneasy. But best friends never give up. With a little creativity - and a big surprise - Rabbit just might be able to save the day. These unlikely friends and their upbeat humor are just right for fans of Eric Rohmann's My Friend Rabbit and Kelly Bingham's Z Is for Moose.
Star Wars A Jedi You Will Be
By Chhibber, Preeti
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and learn how to use the Force in this hilarious and stylized picture book narrated by everybody's favorite Jedi Master, Yoda!
Pirate Stew
By Gaiman, Neil
Long John has a whole crew of wild pirates in tow, andfor one boy and his sisterhe's about to transform a perfectly ordinary evening into a riotous adventure beneath a pirate moon. It's time to make some PIRATE STEW. Marvelously silly and gloriously entertaining, this tale of pirates, flying ships, doughnut feasts and some rather magical stew is perfect for all pirates, both young and old. With a deliciously rhyming text from master storyteller Neil Gaiman and spellbinding illustrations by the supremely talented Chris Riddell, this is the picture book of the year!
How to Catch a Unicorn
By Wallace, Adam
This newest book in the New York Times bestselling How to Catch series features one of the world's most elusive mythical creatures the unicorn! Filled with zany traps and lots of rainbow unicorn fun, this is the unicorn book of the year!Can you catch the unicorn You'll have to use your brain, So set your traps and prep your teamTo pet that rainbow mane!
The Secret World of Mermaids
By Quinn, Jordan
Prince Lucas discovers underwater secrets when he gets a glimpse of the mermaids' kingdom in this eighth chapter book in the fantastical Kingdom of Wrenly series.Lucas and Clara are floating on a raft when a wave hits and throws Lucas into the sea. Before being pulled up to the surface, Lucas catches a glimpse of a coral kingdom filled with castles, towers, and ... mermaids! King Caleb tells him that the mermaids have always treasured their privacy, and everyone should respect that. But despite his father's advice, Lucas is determined to find out more about the mermaids' secret world!With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Kingdom of Wrenly chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Baz & Benz
By Mckinnon, Heidi
This engaging and vividly illustrated picture book playfully explores the loyalty between best friends who will continue to love each other - no matter what."Benz, are we friends?" "Yes, Baz, we are best friends." "For how long?" "For ever and ever." But what do you do when your best friend is...kind of annoying? A delightfully funny and warmhearted story about a little owl exploring the boundaries of friendship, and the best friend who loves them anyway.
Pete the Cat
By Dean, James
New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic children's bedtime song "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," sung by cool cat Pete - now available in sturdy board book format.Pete the Cat's wide appeal lends itself to fresh adaptations of classics (Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins was a New York Times bestseller) . The Pete the Cat: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star board book is sure to be a hit with the youngest fans of everyone's favorite blue cat, Pete.
It's Valentine's Day
By Prelutsky, Jack
These fourteen silly, sweet poems by nationally bestselling author Jack Prelutsky are perfect for Valentines Day. This Level 4 I Can Read title is ideal for readers who are ready for wordplay, exciting themes, and fun vocabulary words! Fourteen easy-to-read poems go straight to the heartand the funny boneof the fourteenth of February. Jack Prelutsky, the nations first childrens poet laureate and a popular and bestselling poet, does for Valentines Day what he has already done for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Halloweenand the results are delectable. Publishers Weekly said, Cheers for Prelutsky, ingenious rhymester beloved by children who recognize themselves in collections like this. Its Valentines Day! is illustrated in full color, and it is a perfect choice for independent readers as well as a perfect bridge to chapter books.
Frog Can Hop
By Gehl, Laura
From Laura Gehl, author of Dog Can Hide and Cat Sees Snow, comes another side-splitting Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read about an energetic frog and unhurried pig.. Frog can hop. Pig likes to flop. When Frog makes a big drop, will Pig help? Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Frog Can Hop was written for children who have learned the alphabet and are ready to start reading! And what better way to get kids excited than with a fun story with words they can actually read? Each Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read includes a note to parents explaining what their child can expect, a guide at the beginning for readers to become familiar with the words they will encounter in the story, and reading comprehension questions at the end. Each Ready-to-Go! story contains around 100 words and features sight words, rhyming words, and repetition to help children reinforce their new reading skills.