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The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-be
by Mini GreyWhen it comes to sorting out a Real Princess from a Fake Princess, the famous pea-under-the-mattress test is tried-and-true. But for those of you who may have wondered how anyone could feel a tiny garden-variety pea under the weight of twenty mattresses, this book will put that question to rest once and for all. This witty spoof was shortlisted for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in the UK. It was Mini Grey's first book and a worthy predecessor to such favorites as Traction Man is Here!From the Hardcover edition.
Voyage to the Volcano (The Magic School Bus Ser. #Vol. 15)
by Judith Stamper John SpeirsGet ready for some serious science fun when the Friz takes the kids on an explosive journey into the heart of a volcano! Hi, I'm Dorothy Ann, one of the kids in Ms. Frizzle's class. When we started learning about volcanoes, I thought we'd just be studying them in books -- but Ms. Frizzle had other ideas. She took us all the way to Hawaii, where we waded through lava and saw a real volcano blow its top. We had a great time -- even though the trip was sometimes almost too hot to handle! One thing's for sure: This was one explosive adventure that none of us will ever forget! Lexile Measure: 680L
Water: Up, Down, And All Around (Amazing Science Ser.)
by Natalie M. RosinskyDescribes the water cycle and the importance of water, explaining evaporation and condensation, dew and frost, and the three states of water.
We Look (Dick and Jane #1)
by Penguin Young ReadersMillions of Americans remember Dick and Jane (and Sally and Spot, too!). Now Dick and Jane and all their pals are back with revised editions of these classic readers for a whole new generation of readers to enjoy! We Look Look, Jane. Look, Dick. See funny Sally. Funny, funny Sally.
We Love Our Families (Peppa Pig)
by ScholasticCelebrate all types of families with Peppa and friends in this 24-page storybook based on the hit TV show!Madame Gazelle wants Peppa and her friends to draw pictures of their families! Suzy Sheep and Mummy Sheep are a family. Freddy Fox lives with Mr. Fox. Penny Polar Bear has two mommies in her family. Every family is different, and every family is special!Join Peppa and her friends to celebrate all types of families in this sweet storybook based on the viral Peppa Pig episode "Families"!
We Love You, Daddy Pig! (Little Golden Book)
by Golden BooksCelebrate Father&’s Day with Peppa Pig, George, Mummy Pig, and Daddy Pig in this all-new Little Golden Book!Children ages 2 to 5 will love to read this Little Golden Book about Peppa Pig and George sharing a special day with Daddy Pig to celebrate Father&’s Day or any day. Peppa Pig is a loveable little piggy who lives with her younger brother, George; Mummy Pig; and Daddy Pig. Peppa loves playing games, dressing up, visiting exciting places, and making new friends--but her absolute favorite thing is jumping up and down in muddy puddles! Peppa Pig airs daily on Nick Jr. and focuses on strong brand values that parents and kids identify with: family, friendship, trust, humor, and life experiences
What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?
by Steve JenkinsA nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Explore the many amazing things animals can do with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet, and tails in this beautifully illustrated interactive guessing book by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page.<P><P> <b>Winner of the Caldecott Honor</b>
When I Grow Up (Peppa Pig Ser.)
by Marilyn EastonPeppa and her friends imagine the different jobs they could have when they grow up in this story based on the hit Nick Jr. show!One day at playgroup, Peppa Pig and her friends play dress up and imagine what they would like to be when they grow up. Emily Elephant would like to be a teacher and Suzy Sheep might be a doctor. But what about Peppa? She isn't sure what she wants to be -- but she does know her favorite thing in the whole world . . .
Where's Harley? (Math Matters)
by Carol Felton Amanda FeltonDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. Nate and Mandy discover that their pet rabbit Harley is missing. Surely they'll find him—or will Harley stay one hop ahead of them?With engaging stories that connect math to kids&’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers&’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Ordinal Numbers)
Wood and Paper: FOSS Science Stories
by Lawrence Hall of Science University of California at BerkeleyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Yo puedo hablar con Dios
by Debby AndersonIlustrado a todo color para niños de 3 a 7 años. En Yo puedo hablar con Dios los niños aprenderán que pueden hablar con Dios y que Él siempre escucha sus oraciones. Además incluye referencias a las Escrituras para ayudar a los padres y a los niños a conocer mejor la Biblia. A beautifully illustrated book in full color for children ages three to seven. In this book the author explains to children how they can talk with God and that He will always listen to their prayers. She includes Scripture references to help parents and readers know the Bible better.
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.
My Lucky Day
by Keiko KaszaAn award-winning story time favorite with a hilarious twist at the end.When a delicious-looking piglet knocks on Mr. Fox's door, the fox can hardly believe his good luck. It's not every day that dinner just shows up on your doorstep. It must be his lucky day!But as the piglet is quick to point out, shouldn't the fox give him a bath first? And wouldn't it be best to fatten him up a little, and give him a massage so he'll make for a nice tender roast?Preparing this feast is a lot of work, but the fox is sure it will be worth it. After all, it's his lucky day. Or is it?In a funny trickster tale of her own, Kasza keeps readers guessing until the surprise ending when they'll realize it was piglet's lucky day all along.
Falling for Rapunzel
by Leah Wilcox"The course of true love never did run smooth." --William ShakespeareWhen the prince spies Rapunzel high in her tower, he's convinced she is the girl of his dreams. Of course he thinks he can save her the traditional way, but this is no traditional Rapunzel.She throws down everything but what the princ asks for--including a surprise that makes all his dreams come true. A hilarious fractured fairy tale with clever page-turns and vibrant, eclectic art that is perfect for funny Valentine's Day story hours.
Aladdin (Little Golden Book)
by Karen KreiderWhat do you get when you combine a magic lamp, a flying carpet, a beautiful princess, and a young man who wants to be a prince? Disney's Aladdin! All the fun and adventure of the hit movie is retold in the classic Little Golden Book. It's perfect for children ages 2 to 5, and available just in time for the film's Diamond Edition DVD and Blu-ray release in fall 2015.
The Alamo (Pull Ahead Books -- American Symbols)
by Kristin L. NelsonBriefly presents the story of the Alamo and its significance in Texas history
Alia's Mission: Saving the Books of Iraq
by Mark Alan StamatyThe inspiring story of an Iraqi librarian's courageous fight to save books from the Basra Central Library before it was destroyed in the war.It is 2003 and Alia Muhammad Baker, the chief librarian of the Central Library in Basra, Iraq, has grown worried given the increased likelihood of war in her country. Determined to preserve the irreplacable records of the culture and history of the land on which she lives from the destruction of the war, Alia undertakes a courageous and extremely dangerous task of spiriting away 30,000 books from the library to a safe place.Told in dramatic graphic-novel panels by acclaimed cartoonist Mark Alan Stamaty, Alia's Mission celebrates the importance of books and the freedom to read, while examining the impact of war on a country and its people.
Animal Offspring: Elephants and Their Calves
by Margaret HallThe Animal Offspring series supports national science standards related to life science. This book describes and illustrates elephants and their calves.
Animal Treats
by Carol Pugliano-Martin Barbara LevadiThis book is about making inferences about the types of food different animals eat.
Annie Oakley Saves the Day
by Anna DiVitoAs young Annie Oakley -- then Annie Mosey -- sees her father off to the mill, she notices the gray sky. It looks like snow, which means a dangerous trip for Father. To take her mind off her worries, Annie shows her brother how to build a trap, just the way their father showed her. Little does she realize just how important this lesson will soon be....
April Foolishness
by Teresa Bateman Nadine Bernard WestcottIt's a spring morning on the farm. Grandpa is fixing breakfast for his visiting grandkids. Suddenly his grandson reports that the cows have got loose! He thinks Big Brown Bessie just stepped on a goose! But Grandpa isn't at all upset at this news- he just pours himself a glass of milk! Why is Grandpa so cool? Because he knows the kids are trying to play an April Fool's trick! And then Grandma steps in with a trick of her own.
Are You a Dragonfly? (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level L)
by Judy AllenThe most colorful wings on the pond belong to the nimble dragonfly, but this delicate flying insect didn't begin life in the air. In Backyard Books: Are You a Dragonfly? by Judy Allen with illustrations by Tudor Humphries, the secrets of metamorphosis are unfurled through the story of a familiar backyard creature.
Are You a Grasshopper? (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue #Level L)
by Judy AllenDid you know that a grasshopper makes its distinctive sound by rubbing its bristly hind legs together? Amazing discoveries abound in Backyard Books: Are You a Grasshopper? by Judy Allen with illustrations by Tudor Humphries, an intriguing tale of a day in the life of a grasshopper.