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Your Mama
by NoNieqa RamosA sweet twist on the age-old “yo mama” joke, celebrating fierce moms everywhere with playful lyricism and gorgeous illustrations, Your Mama is an essential Mother’s Day read.Yo’ mama so sweet, she could be a bakery. She dresses so fine, she could have a clothing line. And, even when you mess up, she’s so forgiving, she lets you keep on living.Heartwarming and richly imagined, Your Mama twists an old joke into a point of pride that honors the love, hard work, and dedication of mamas everywhere.A Kirkus Prize FinalistKirkus Most Joyous Picture Book of 2021School Library Journal Best Picture Books of 20212022 NCTE Notable Books in Poetry2021 Nerdy Book Club AwardVirginia Center for the Book Great Read 2021
Your Mind Makes Thoughts Like Your Butt Makes Farts
by Todd Strauss-SchulsonMost mindfulness books for kids are calm and soothing; this one is funny and gross—just what kids like! Sometimes we have nightmares, or we&’re filled with anxiety and fear. And when you&’re a kid, you don&’t always understand why or what to do about it. Your Mind Makes Thoughts Like Your Butt Makes Farts is funny and gross, but more importantly, it gives kids the big tools they need to cultivate a relationship with their mind, to become its friend and understand that they don&’t have to listen to everything it says—to realize that thoughts (like gas) will pass.
Your Muscular System Works! (Your Body Systems Ser.)
by Flora BrettThe muscular system is the movement control center of the body. With engaging text, fun facts, and infographics, learn how muscles are responsible for walking, talking, and even breathing.
Your Nervous System Works! (Your Body Systems Ser.)
by Flora BrettThe nervous system is the communication control center of the body. With engaging text, fun facts, and infographics, learn how messages go through the nervous system from the busy brain to ticklish toes.
Your Own Safety (Stay Safe)
by Sue BarracloughWhat should you do if a stranger asks for help? Read this book to find out--and learn all about keeping yourself safe!
Your Pet Dog: A True Book
by Elaine LandauA great resource for reports on animals. A complete glossary of important words to know is included, and key words appear in boldface in the text for easy reference. - Meets Reading First initiative. Grades K-4 Science Standards Life Science - C-1. The Characteristics of Organisms: a. Organisms have basic needs. - C-2. Life Cycles of Organisms: a. Plants and animals have life cycles that include being born, developing into adults, reproducing, and eventually dying. - C-3. Organisms and the Environment: c. All organisms cause changes in the environments where they live.
Your Respiratory System Works! (Your Body Systems Ser.)
by Flora BrettThe respiratory system is the breathing control center of the body. With engaging text, fun facts, and infographics, learn how oxygen goes from your lungs to your cells.
Your School Is the Best! (The Curious Cockroach)
by Maggie HutchingsThis picture book follows the story of an eager cockroach and his family who hitch a ride to school — with hilarious results. For fans of I Don't Want to Be a Frog.Everyone&’s favorite cockroach from Your Birthday Was the Best! is back, and this time he&’s going to school . . . and bringing his whole family along for the ride!From show-and-tell to arts and crafts, this little stowaway can&’t wait to try it all . . . and maybe become the new teachers' pet!Charming, hilarious and just a tiny bit disgusting, this is a school tale with a twist.
You're in Good Paws
by Maureen FergusWhen Leo arrives at the hospital, he is surprised to find it run by animals! A hilarious story featuring animals in human situations, perfect for fans of Zootopia and A Sick Day for Amos McGee.Slightly distracted parents accidentally take their son, Leo, to the animal hospital to get his tonsils out. Luckily, taking care of a human doesn't ruffle any feathers among the hospital staff. The chicken at the admissions desk is welcoming, the bear orderly is friendly and wise Dr. Stan inspires tremendous confidence despite being a mouse. Is the plastic cone really necessary, though? In this sweet and hilarious story, a child discovers that a trip to the hospital can be a positive experience--even when the hospital isn't quite up to code . . .
You're Invited to a Moth Ball: A Nighttime Insect Celebration
by Loree BurnsRSVP and have a ball--a moth ball--while studying moths in your own backyard!Kids are usually asleep when moths come out at night. But discovering the diverse moth population is simple--stay up late and set up a party for moths! Nature centers and museums host events called moth balls each summer, but kids can create their own right at home. Captivating photographs show how to lure in moths to study them. Direct address to the reader shows kids the magic of science found at home.
You're Lovable to Me
by Kat Yeh Sue AndersonIN THIS WARMHEARTED tale of multigenerational love, repentant bunnies apologize to their mama for the day's shenanigans. Mama Bunny gathers her children together and reassures them that she will always love them: "No matter what your feelings are, whatever they may be . . . I'm your mama. You're my bunnies. And you're lovable to me." After the young bunnies are tucked in, Mama Bunny's papa drops by for tea and to tell her that she, too, is his bunny and infinitely lovable to him. Old-fashioned illustrations and a gentle rhyme will endear readers to this bedtime picture book that has the making of a love-classic.From the Hardcover edition.
You're on the Trail! (Reach Into Phonics Ser.)
by Donovan Brock Deanne W. Kells Deborah J. ShortNIMAC-sourced textbook
Yours Sincerely, Giraffe (Gecko Press Titles Ser.)
by Megumi IwasaNew York Public Library, Top 10 2017 The international bestselling and award-winning illustrated chapter book for ages 6–8. Giraffe, who lives in Africa, is bored as usual. He’d love a friend to share things with. So he writes a letter and sends it as far as possible across the other side of the horizon. There he finds a pen pal—Penguin. But it’s hard to imagine someone you’ve never seen... Giraffe knows nothing about penguins and his letters are full of questions. What does a penguin look like? Where is a penguin’s neck? And so the letters begin to fly from horizon to horizon. Emerging readers will love this absurd and funny story about what connects us, and finding friendship in unlikely places. With simple line drawings—including handwritten letters—on every page, this witty and accessible story is a perfect book to start independent readers on a lifetime love of reading. Originally published in Japan where it is a much-loved classic, Yours Sincerely, Giraffe is now a popular success all around the world. “This is a rare book: joyful, ingenuous, playfully earnest” —Kirkus Megumi Iwasa studied graphic design and lives in Tokyo. Jun Takabatake is one of Japan’s best-loved children’s illustrators. His illustrations have been exhibited throughout the world, and he has won many international awards. Awards • New York Public Library, Top 10, 2017 • Chicago Public Library, Best Fiction for Younger Readers, 2017 • German Youth Literature Prize Winner, 2018 • USBBY Outstanding International Book List, 2018 • 11 Best Books for 4 to 7-year-olds, The Independent, 2016 Praise for Yours Sincerely, Giraffe “With beautifully simple illustrations and a hope-filled ending, it is an ideal introduction to Japanese literature.” —The Independent “The combination of short narrative, dialogue, letters, and humorous pen-and-ink drawings is a winning one.” —Booklist starred review “A lovely story such as this, presented so well, is the kind of book to set a pre-teen youngster on a lifelong romance with books and literature.” —Magpies Magazine “This Japanese import will charm beginning readers who enjoy a bit of witty humor with their animal adventures. The pen-and-ink illustrations are simple yet have a Quentin Blake feel that rounds out the characters and their quirky behaviors.” —School Library Journal starred review
You've Got Dragons
by Kathryn CaveWorries, fears, and anxieties are all dragons that sneak up on most of us at one time or another. Sometimes you need some help defeating your dragons.Lots of people get dragons. Even really really good people get them. And sometimes they're hard to get rid of. So what can a young boy with a bad case of the dragons do? He can pretend they are not there, or that they are really quite harmless. Hugs from his mom help. Looking his dragon straight in the eye at least once every day helps even more. But most reassuring of all is the reminder that dragons don't stay forever.You've Got Dragons provides real, actionable advice on handling stress and provides good inspiration for conversation and creative coping.
The Yuckiest, Stinkiest, Best Valentine Ever
by Brenda FerberEven boys will fall in love with this valentine! Leon has a crush. A let-her-cut-in-line-at-the-water-fountain kind of crush. And he's got the perfect valentine. But this valentine has no intention of getting caught up in any romantic conspiracy. "Love is yucky, kid! Valentine's Day is all about CANDY!" the card yells at Leon, before leaping out the window and running away, leaving Leon to chase it across town, collecting interested kids along the way. Here is a hilarious take on the holiday that boys love to hate, the most complex holiday of them all. Saying "I love you" has never been so yucky or so sweet.
The Yucky Reptile Alphabet Book (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaFind out why boa constrictors swallow their meals whole, learn why gila monster's tails are so fat, and meet a lizard that is larger than most people.As young readers turn the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, they will find that reptiles aren't really so "yucky." In fact, reptiles are among nature's most exotic and intriguing animals.Jerry Pallotta's well-researched text and Ralph Masiello's vivid illustrations will enthrall young and not-so-young readers alike.
Yugen
by Mark ReibsteinTold in haiku-based American Sentences and pictures, Yugen is the story of a boy and his mother, inspired by the profound concept of "yugen," a Japanese word for the mystery and beauty of the universe and of human experience. The second collaboration between Caldecott-winning illustrator Ed Young and Mark Reibstein after their award-winning 2008 debut, Wabi Sabi, Yugen is a book of longing and remembrance that is unequaled in its beauty and poetic simplicity.
Yum Yum: (early Reader) (Early Reader Ser.)
by Francesca SimonEarly Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.Lola the cat is fed up of eating the same old stuff for dinner. There has to be better food out there somewhere, and she's off to find it . . .
The Yummy Alphabet Book: Herbs, Spices, and Other Natural Flavors (Jerry Pallotta's Alphabet Books)
by Jerry PallottaWelcome to a delectable alphabet adventure. While on your way to "Z is for Zatar," relish the savory Mustard, the aromatic Spearmint, and the spicy Wasabi. You'll also want to try the Kola, the Vanilla, and especially the Xocoatl!Mouth-watering illustrations and informative, child-appealing text makes this a delicious treat for hungry readers.
Yummy Yoga: Playful Poses and Tasty Treats
by Joy BauerWritten by beloved health expert Joy Bauer, Yummy Yoga is a fun and fresh introduction to yoga and nutrition. Playful photographs feature a diverse group of kids demonstrating yoga poses. On the opposite sides of the spreads, imaginatively sculpted fruits and vegetables mirror the same poses! Lift the gatefold flaps to find simple, child-friendly recipes incorporating all of the healthy ingredients featured in each photo.
Z Goes Home
by Jon AgeeEverybody has a job to do, and so does the letter Z. But when the workday's done, Z goes home. On the way Z must pass an Alien, a Bridge, a Cake, and 22 other 'characters,' each of them suggesting a familiar shape in Jon Agee's delightful illustrations. After running into a Viper by a Woodpile, some Xeroxes, and a Yoga master, Z does arrive home, finally. Home sweet home, where Z fits right in. Includes image descriptions. JON AGEE is the author/illustrator of The Incredible Painting of Felix Clousseau (an ALA Notable) , The Return of Freddy Legrand (an SLJ Best Book) , and Dmitri the Astronaut, each chosen by The New York Times as one of the ten best picture books of the year. He has also created six popular books of wordplay, among them Go Hang a Salami! I'm a Lasagna Hog! He lives in San Francisco.
Z is for Moose
by Kelly BinghamZebra thinks the alphabet should be simple. A is for Apple. B is for Ball. Easy! But his friend Moose is too excited to wait his turn, and when M isn't for Moose (Mouse gets the honor), the rest of the letters better run for cover. Exuberant and zany storytelling brings to life two friends and one laugh-out-loud comedy of errors that's about friendship, sharing, and compromise. The incomparable Paul O. Zelinsky's artwork is bursting at the seams—literally—with child appeal. Breaking the borders of the page, and creating the art both digitally and traditionally, Zelinsky turns convention on its head. The result is a picture book that is innovative, hilarious, and begging to be read over and over again.
Zach King: My Magical Life (Zach King Trilogy)
by Zach KingAward-winning digital media star Zach King brings his unique brand of magic to the first installment of a lively, fun-filled trilogy about Zach, a middle schooler in search of his magical powers while navigating the crazy, confusing world of public school.Big Nate meets DanTDM in a debut middle grade adventure by social media superstar Zach King. The book comes complete with a code for a downloadable app that brings Zach’s vibrant world to fully animated, three-dimensional life. Zach King: My Magical Life is also coming to theaters soon, as the project has been picked up by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment.Everyone in Zach King’s family has a magical power. His father can turn back time, his sister can turn invisible, and his mother can transform any object into something else. And Zach…well, he hasn’t found his magical power yet and his family is growing worried that he’s been “skipped.”So his parents decide to stop homeschooling him in magical arts and send him instead to a regular middle school with regular kids. To Zach, it’s the worst news ever. Who wants to be ordinary when everyone around them is extraordinary?But Zach quickly learns that going to regular school with regular kids isn’t all that bad. Who knew having real friends would be so much fun? And just when Zach least expects it, he discovers a pair of magical snapbacks that might just be the magical thing he’s been looking for his whole life. The only thing standing in his way is the school bully, Tricia Stands. She’s determined to make sure Zach doesn’t get more popular than she is, and so she plans a prank so awful, so evil, it could cause the biggest disaster Horace Greeley Middle School has ever seen.For fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Timmy Failure, and DanTDM: Trayaurus and the Enchanted Crystal and anyone who’s ever wondered where they belong, this is the perfect book for you.