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Series: Anywhere Farm Paperback Phyllis Root 9781536210552 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 23, 2020

“ ‘You can grow your own farm anywhere’ is the empowering message of this inclusive picture book.” — School Library Journal (starred review)You might think a farm means fields, tractors, and a barnyard full of animals. But you can plant a farm anywhere you like! A box or a bucket, a boot or a pan — almost anything can be turned into a home for green, growing things. Windows, balconies, and front steps all make wonderful spots to start. Who knows what plants you may choose to grow and who will come to see your new garden? Phyllis Root delivers a... + Read More
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Series: Seagulls Soar Hardcover April Pulley Sayre 9781684371976 $23.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Apr 14, 2020

Award-winning author April Pulley Sayre explores everyone’s favorite impertinent birds—seagulls—examining their intelligence, behavior, and surprisingly widespread habitat in this STEAM nonfiction picture book.Did you know that seagulls sometimes live far from the sea—near a lake or farm, or even in a desert? Or that they are omnivores, eating everything from fish and clams, to grasshoppers and mice, and even to blueberries? Or that they dance? These birds are full of surprises! Join April Pulley Sayre as she poetically describes the curious be... + Read More
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Series: In the Woods Hardcover David Elliott 9780763697839 $23.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Apr 07, 2020

A New York Times best-selling author shares his love for woodland animals in a revealing, beautifully illustrated collection of verse for poetry lovers and budding naturalists.The animals in the dark woods are secretive, their inner lives a mystery. The stealthy bobcat, the inquisitive raccoon, and the dignified bear waking up from his winter nap are just a few of the glorious animals featured in this clever collection of poems and woodland scenes. This companion to In the Sea, In the Wild, and On the Farm is the first collaboration between Dav... + Read More
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Series: Circle Paperback Jeannie Baker 9781536210576 $12.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Mar 24, 2020

“It’s hard to imagine a more powerful treatment of migration: Baker conveys the strength of the birds and the fragility of their habitat with equal care.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)Each year, bar-tailed godwits undertake the longest unbroken migration of any bird, flying from their breeding grounds in the Arctic to Australia and New Zealand and back again. They follow invisible pathways — pathways that have been followed for thousands of years — while braving hunger and treacherous conditions to reach their destination. In Circle, Jea... + Read More
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Series: The Seedling That Didn't Want to Grow Hardcover Britta Teckentrup 9783791374291 $19.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 24, 2020

This story about a reluctant seedling packs a powerful message about the benefits of being different.It’s early spring and below the earth’s surface seeds are just starting to sprout. One by one they stretch through the dirt and towards the sun, extending their shoots and leaves and growing tall. All except for one seedling, who isn’t quite ready. Each page of this gentle but powerfully evocative book demonstrates how some of us are different. As most of the seeds transform into strong flowers, they block out the sun from the one left behind. B... + Read More
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Series: Alba and the Ocean Cleanup Hardcover Lara Hawthorne 9781536210446 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 17, 2020

Alba the fish has spent her entire life collecting precious objects that drift down to the ocean floor. From delicate shells to brightly colored coral, each year on her birthday she gathers one more precious item. But over the years, Alba notices her collection is losing its sparkle and that the world is changing. There is trash everywhere! When, on her birthday hunt, something unthinkable happens, it seems like the plastic may have changed her ocean home forever. Is it too late?Alba and the Ocean Cleanup is a beautifully illustrated picture bo... + Read More
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Series: Kaia and the Bees Hardcover Maribeth Boelts 9781536201055 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Mar 10, 2020

The author of Those Shoes and an award-winning illustrator team up for the story of a girl who tries to overcome her fear of bees to see how amazing they are.Kaia is the brave type. Like hottest-hot-pepper brave. But there is one thing that scares her: BEES! And right now, thousands of bees live on her roof because Kaia’s dad is a beekeeper. Her dad says that the world needs bees and that’s why they are beekeepers. But only he goes on the roof, not Kaia — unless she can find a way to be the brave girl she always says she is. Against a sunny cit... + Read More
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Series: Welcome to Your World Hardcover Smriti Prasadam-Halls 9781536206227 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 10, 2020

Traverse the animal kingdom for a gorgeous celebration of the joys of a new baby — and the pleasure of introducing that baby to the wide world — in the perfect gift for new parents.Welcome, little baby,round your mama curled.Welcome, little baby.Welcome to your world.With lyrical language and stunning illustrations, Welcome to Your World takes readers from ice-capped mountains to the depths of the sea. Tender scenes between animals and their babies encourage families to join in the loving bond that connects them to one another and to the wonder... + Read More
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Series: Thank You, Bees Board book Toni Yuly 9781536211689 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 10, 2020

“Nature's gifts are recognized and celebrated in this minimalist picture book that links gratitude with life itself.” — Kirkus ReviewsClouds bring the rain that makes puddles to splash in. Sheep give us wool for our sweaters and hats. The honey that sweetens our bread comes from bees (thank you, bees). With spare, repetitive text and bright, torn-paper collage artwork, this picture book gives even the youngest readers a subtle sense of how everyday things are related — and inspires an appreciation for life’s simple gifts.
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Series: The Journey Home Hardcover Frann Preston-Gannon 9781843654490 $22.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Feb 11, 2020

A beautifully illustrated story, now available in hardcover, from a star in children’s books with a powerful message of conservation and protection of animal welfare.When a solitary Polar Bear realizes there is no food for him in the Arctic, and that all the ice is melting, he decides to go for a swim to find some. Along the way, he finds a boat and sails across the ocean to the city, where he meets other endangered animals who all climb into the boat with him: an Orangutan who is surrounded by tree stumps, an Elephant who is trying to out-run ... + Read More
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Series: My Green Day: 10 Green Things I Can Do Today Paperback Melanie Walsh 9781536211313 $10.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 03, 2020

Even the youngest of eco-warriors can make every day a green day with ten simple things to do between breakfast and bedtime.Did you remember to put your eggshell in the compost bin after breakfast? Help hang the laundry out to dry? Bring your own cloth bags for shopping? Put on a sweater instead of asking to turn on the heat? Discover ten ways that every child can make the day greener and help the environment. With bold, bright pictures and a simple explanation to back up every activity, this is the perfect picture book for teaching very young ... + Read More
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Series: Honeybee The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera Hardcover Candace Fleming 9780823442850 $24.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Feb 04, 2020

Robert F. Sibert Medal Winner Take to the sky with Apis, one honeybee, as she embarks on her journey through life!An Orbis Pictus Honor BookSelected for the Texas Bluebonnnet Master ListFinalist for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books A tiny honeybee emerges through the wax cap of her cell. Driven to protect and take care of her hive, she cleans the nursery and feeds the larvae and the queen. But is she strong enough to fly? Not yet! Apis builds wax comb to store honey, and transfers pollen from other bees into the storag... + Read More
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Series: Earth Hour A Lights-Out Event for Our Planet Hardcover Nanette Heffernan 9781580899420 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jan 21, 2020

Click flashlights, light lanterns, and get ready to turn electric lights out to celebrate Earth Hour! Wherever you come from, you can help our planet.Kids around the world use electric energy to do all kinds of things—adults do, too! From cleaning the clothes we play in, to lighting up our dinner tables, to keeping us warm and toasty when the weather is cold, electricity is a huge part of our lives. Unfortunately, it can also have a big impact on our planet.Earth Hour—a worldwide movement in support of energy conservation and sustainability—tak... + Read More
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Series: Loony Little The Ice Cap Is Melting Hardcover Dianna Hutts Aston 9781623541170 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jan 14, 2020

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with this clever, climate-focused twist on the classic “Chicken Little” story.Loony Little and her friends set off to tell the Polar Bear Queen that the polar ice cap is melting. Sly Foxy Loxy attempts to lead the animals to his lair to eat them, but Loony Little saves the day, tricking the fox into being devoured by the Polar Bear Queen. Includes information about climate change and the animal species in the book.
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Series: Dr. Seuss's I Am Board Books I Am the Lorax Board book Courtney Carbone 9780593119143 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Jan 14, 2020

A board book based on The Lorax for Dr. Seuss's youngest fans—perfect for encouraging a love of nature!The Lorax shares his love of animals and plants and need to "speak for the trees" in this simple, sturdy board book about caring for the environment. Printed on recycled board and written in rhymed verse, it's an ideal introduction to the story for toddlers and preschoolers too young for the classic picture book. Now everyone in the family—even pre-readers—can take pleasure in the frolics of the Brown Bar-ba-loots, Swomee-Swans, and Humming-Fi... + Read More
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Series: Start Now! You Can Make a Difference Paperback Chelsea Clinton 9780525514381 $11.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 - 10 Jan 14, 2020

For the youngest activists among us, a book geared just for them full of facts, stories and tips on how to change the world, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Chelsea Clinton.What can I do to help save endangered animals? How can I eat healthy? Why do I need to cover my mouth when I cough? What do I do if I’m being bullied?With information on problems both large and small, Chelsea Clinton breaks down the concepts of health, hunger, climate change, endangered species and bullying, so that readers can understand the world around them and ... + Read More
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Series: Hello, World! Hello, World! Rainforest Animals Board book Jill McDonald 9781984896728 $10.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Jan 07, 2020

Learn from home and explore the world with these fun and easy board books!This bright and exciting Hello, World! board book teaches toddlers all about the amazing world of a rainforest—with easy-to-understand facts about the incredible animals who make their home there.Hello, World! is a series designed to introduce first nonfiction concepts to babies and toddlers. Told in clear and easy terms (“Croak! What’s that sound? It’s the red-eyed tree frog.”) and featuring bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning fun for young child... + Read More
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Series: Hello Winter! Paperback Shelley Rotner 9780823444342 $10.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Nov 12, 2019

Vivid photographs of frozen wonderlands and cold-weather fun come together in a lively tribute to winter by an acclaimed author-photographer.In crystal clear photographs and a spare text, Shelley Rotner notes changes in the physical earth as winter approaches as well as animal and plant adaptations. Rotner’s acclaimed photography beautifully captures the curiosity and engery of a diverse group of youngsters as they explore and learn about the natural world. This third book in the celebrated, STEM-focused Hello Seasons! series is the perfect gui... + Read More
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Series: Coral Reefs (New & Updated Edition) Paperback Gail Gibbons 9780823443574 $11.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Nov 12, 2019

What is life like in a coral reef? What do corals eat? Why are corals more colorful at nighttime? Learn about some of the most beautiful locations in the natural worldMarine biologists believe coral reefs existed 400 million years ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Today this active environment is home to about 20,000 kinds of brilliantly colored corals, plants, and animals—more sea creatures than are found anywhere else in the world. The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is so large that astronauts can see it from outer space! Children in ear... + Read More
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Series: Not a Butterfly Alphabet Book It's About Time Moths Had Their Own Book! Paperback Jerry Pallotta 9781580896900 $9.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Nov 05, 2019

This nature alphabet book from best-selling author Jerry Pallotta features moths (not butterflies!) of all shapes and sizes.Meet dozens of moths—and a few bonus creatures—with engaging text and a laugh-out-loud narrative, from A (Atlas Moth) to G (Green Lips Moth—no kissing allowed!) to J (Jersey Tiger Moth, whose underwings are a completely different color than their upper wings, not to be confused with their underwear) to Z (Zigzag Moth). Readers of all ages will be entertained (and learning!) with every page turn.Series Overview: The Jerry P... + Read More
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Series: Mario and the Hole in the Sky How a Chemist Saved Our Planet Hardcover Elizabeth Rusch 9781580895811 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Nov 05, 2019

The true story of how a scientist saved the planet from environmental disaster.Mexican American Mario Molina is a modern-day hero who helped solve the ozone crisis of the 1980s. Growing up in Mexico City, Mario was a curious boy who studied hidden worlds through a microscope. As a young man in California, he discovered that CFCs, used in millions of refrigerators and spray cans, were tearing a hole in the earth’s protective ozone layer. Mario knew the world had to be warned—and quickly. Today Mario is a Nobel laureate and a recipient of the Pre... + Read More
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Series: Penguin Readers Level 3: Climate Change Paperback HRH The Prince of Wales 9780241397862 $14.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 Oct 29, 2019

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exe... + Read More
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Series: National Geographic Kids Ultimate Weatherpedia The most complete weather reference ever Hardcover Stephanie Warren Drimmer 9781426335433 $33.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 - 10 Oct 29, 2019
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Series: Adventures on Earth Hardcover Simon Tyler 9781843654278 $26.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 Oct 08, 2019

The wonderful graphic illustrator Simon Tyler is back with a book all about the extremes of our planet - and the people who venture there. Bursting with information and illustrated in bold and colourful graphics, this book will grab the attention of all avid explorers - big and small.Follow in the footsteps of the world’s most famous explorers and travel to the extremes of our environment on Earth—learn about the highest and deepest, hottest and coldest places on Earth. Discover the world’s most wild terrain—deserts, mountains, volcanoes, river... + Read More
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Series: Family Pack Paperback Sandra Markle 9781580892186 $9.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Sep 24, 2019

A real-life story of adaptation and survival. Acclaimed science writer Sandra Markle and celebrated artist Alan Marks team up for the fifth time in this fascinating real-life story of a wolf and her pack. Years ago, an effort had been made to eliminate wolves from Yellowstone National Park. Recently, conservationists decided to reintroduce the animal to the area, relocating wolves from Canada. Family Pack introduces readers to Female 7 and Male 2, the founders of the Leopold wolf pack—the first naturally formed pack after the relocation effort.... + Read More
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Series: Ordinary People Change the World I am Caring A Little Book about Jane Goodall Board book Brad Meltzer 9781984814258 $10.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Sep 10, 2019

The littlest readers can learn about Jane Goodall in this board book version of the New York Times bestselling Ordinary People Change the World biography.This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great—the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. In this new board book format, the very youngest readers can learn about one of America’s icons in the series’s signature lively, conversational style. The short text focuses on drawing inspiration from these iconic heroes, and includes... + Read More
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Series: 1,001 Ants Hardcover Joanna Rzezek 9780500652084 $22.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Sep 03, 2019

In the vein of the best-selling Big Book of Bugs, a beautifully illustrated, informative book introducing children to the world of ants. We’re on an adventure with 1,001 ants! Come visit the ants in their home, meet their queen, and discover how they look after their colony. Then join them on a walk through the countryside, discovering plants, insects, mushrooms, and animals that live outside and in our yards. Spot the ant with red socks hidden on every double page, and enjoy a pleasant stroll through the undergrowth—seeing things that humans a... + Read More
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Series: The Seekers Hardcover Hari & Deepti 9781524701529 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Aug 06, 2019

A small band of brave adventurers journey to save their village in this stunning debut picture book from papercut artists Hari & Deepti. Perfect for fans of Aaron Becker’s Journey.Mio and Nao live in the valley of Krum, above a great river that provides everything they need to survive. As children, their grandfather told tales of the Silver Fox and Fire Wolf, tales everyone else believed were only legends—everyone, that is, but Mio.When the life-giving river that flows through their village is mysteriously threatened, Mio and Nao set out beyond... + Read More
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Series: Little Smokey Hardcover Robert Neubecker 9781984851048 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Aug 06, 2019

For a brave firefighting airplane, the sky’s the limit! This timeless story of teamwork and determination is perfect for kids who loved The Little Engine That Could and shows how even unlikely heroes can help their community in times of need.When forest fires blaze, the airplanes at Nif-C spring into action! Some swoop low to spray water on the flames. Others drop bright red fire retardant. Little Smokey hasn’t quite figured out her job yet, but she wants to help…. And when a fire like no other flares up—a fire that none of the other planes can... + Read More
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Series: The Green Giant Hardcover Katie Cottle 9781843654308 $22.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jul 02, 2019

A beautiful eco-tale encouraging us to put down our devices and save the planet; written by an award-winning author and illustrator.You've met the Iron Giant, the Big Friendly Giant and the Selfish Giant. Now meet the Green Giant!A young girl, Bea, and her dog, Iris, are staying with her grandpa in the country. Bea is bored, but Iris's adventures lead them to the small and rusty old greenhouse next door. Inside the greenhouse, Bea finds... a giant. A giant made entirely of plants and greenery. Bea is scared, but the giant reassures her and expl... + Read More
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Series: And the Bullfrogs Sing A Life Cycle Begins Hardcover David L. Harrison 9780823438341 $23.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 May 21, 2019

Rumm . . . rumm . . . rumm. A male bullfrog sings. A female bullfrog likes his song. And a life cycle begins. Eggs hatch and become tadpoles. The tadpoles nibble plants. They grow legs and start to breathe. Now they are little bullfrogs. They eat flies, fish, and spiders. In the winter they hibernate. And after three years, they are adult bullfrogs. Rumm . . . rumm . . . rumm. Lyrical prose and elegant art depict the life cycle of a bullfrog in this nonfiction picture book by an award-winning poet-biologist.A Bank Street Best Book of the Year
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Series: The Not-So Great Outdoors Hardcover Madeline Kloepper 9780735264175 $21.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 May 14, 2019

A reluctant camper discovers that the (not-so) great outdoors can be just as exciting as screens and skyscrapers in this playful picture book celebration of the pleasures of unplugging and embracing nature.What’s so great about the “great outdoors”? A grumpy urban kid begrudgingly accompanies her family on a summer camping trip, missing all the sublime sights right under her nose as she longs for the lights and stimulation of the city. But as she explores forests, lakes and mountains, and encounters bears, beavers and caribou, she slowly comes ... + Read More
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Series: How to Grow a Friend Board book Sara Gillingham 9781984848222 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 May 14, 2019

This cheerful, graphic summery board book teaches a mindful approach to making friends!This lovely metaphor teaches valuable lessons in how to treat others and make friendships blossom! Making a friend takes patience, care, and room to bloom -- just like a flower. This board book edition is a perfect primer in mindfulness; it teaches patience and awareness of others in a way that will benefit a child meeting and interacting with someone new. Soon your little gardener will have their very own green thumb in this most important of life skills.Sar... + Read More
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Series: The Up and Down Book Board book Mary Blair 9780375830051 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 May 07, 2019

THE BUG CRAWLS UP. The bug crawls down…. My umbrella goes up when the rain comes down. Mary Blair’s bright, whimsical artwork captures the wonderment of children exploring their world. Sturdy board pages will let children enjoy this classic again and again.
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Series: Wilderness Earth's Amazing Habitats Hardcover Mia Cassany 9783791373720 $25.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Apr 16, 2019

This brilliantly illustrated book takes young readers to the planet's wild regions, including forests, jungles, tundras, and deserts to discover the animals that call it home.This captivating book brings the natural world into sharp focus. Beautifully colored and intricately detailed illustrations depict places as exotic and wide-ranging as Senegal's Niokolo-Koba National Park, Russia's Sikhote-Alin mountain range, the Sinharaja Forest Reserve in Sri Lanka, Daintree National Park in Australia, the Mexican desert, and China's bamboo forests. The... + Read More
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Series: Predator and Prey: A Conversation in Verse Hardcover Susannah Buhrman-Deever 9780763695330 $24.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Apr 09, 2019

Who is the predator, and who is the prey? Illuminating poetry and vivid artwork capture the awe-inspiring ways that creatures use their resources to stay alive.Who wins, the assassin bug or the spider? The bat or the frog? The ant or the honey bee? The male firefly…or the female? The battle for survival between predator and prey is sometimes a fight, sometimes a dance, and often involves spying, lying, or even telling the truth to get ahead. Biologist and debut author Susannah Buhrman-Deever explores these clashes in poems and prose explanation... + Read More
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Series: Hello Seasons! Hello Summer! Hardcover Shelley Rotner 9780823439775 $22.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Apr 09, 2019

Capture the essence of summer with kids having fun and enjoying nature's wonders in this book filled with a National Geographic photographer's eye-catching photos!Whether biting into a juicy peach, dropping a fishing line in a pond, or splashing at the beach, these crisp, gorgeous photos of children celebrate quintessential moments of summer. In a simple but lyrical text, Rotner documents iconic warm-weather activities as well as changes to plants, animals, and weather that occur during a temperate summer. This fourth and final book in a well-r... + Read More
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Series: Good Night Our World Good Night Seashore Board book Adam Gamble 9781602196650 $9.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Apr 02, 2019

Good Night Seashore features beaches, the ocean, crabs, shorebirds, marshes, dunes, starfish, sea turtles, seaweed, urchins, seashells, clams, lobster boats, plants, jellyfish, minnows, seaglass, fishermen, dune buggies, surfers, swimmers, sand castles, and more. Grab your bathing suit and towel--it's time to explore the fabulous seashore. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.This adorable board book takes young readers on an exciting a... + Read More
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Series: Don't Let Them Disappear Hardcover Chelsea Clinton 9780525514329 $23.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Apr 02, 2019

From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted comes a beautiful book about the animals who share our planet—and what we can do to help them survive.Did you know that blue whales are the largest animals in the world? Or that sea otters wash their paws after every meal? The world is filled with millions of animal species, and all of them are unique and special. Many are on the path to extinction.In this book, Chelsea Clinton introduces young readers to a selection of endangered animals, sharing what makes them special, and als... + Read More
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Series: Hey, Water! Hardcover Antoinette Portis 9780823441556 $23.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Mar 26, 2019

Splash! A spunky little girl plays a spirited game of hide-and-seek with water, in this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book.A Robert F. Sibert Honor BookAn ALA Notable Children’s BookHey, water! I know you! You’re all around.Join a young girl as she explores her surroundings and sees that water is everywhere. But water doesn’t always look the same, it doesn’t always feel the same, and it shows up in lots of different shapes. Water can be a lake, it can be steam, it can be a tear, or it can even be a snowman. As the girl discovers wat... + Read More
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Series: The Little Green Hen Hardcover Alison Murray 9781536206104 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 19, 2019

A timely retelling plays off "The Little Red Hen" with an environmental slant.On top of a hill, inside an old and very fruitful apple tree, lives Little Green Hen. She prunes the tree’s branches, rids it of pests, and sows its seeds so that more trees will grow. But soon the work proves too much, and Little Green Hen seeks some help. Dog (who loves sticks), Sparrow (who loves bugs), and Squirrel (who loves burying things) are glad to pitch in. But Peacock, Fox, and Cat have far more important things to do — until the storms roll in, the rain co... + Read More
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Series: The Night Flower: The Blooming of the Saguaro Cactus Hardcover Lara Hawthorne 9781536206166 $22.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 12, 2019

An exquisitely illustrated nonfiction picture book about a desert flower that blooms for just one night a yearAs the summer sun sets over the Sonoran desert in Arizona, wildlife gathers to witness a very special annual event. The night flower is about to bloom. For a few short hours, the desert is transformed into a riot of color and sound as mammals and insects congregate for this miracle of nature. Explore the fascinating desert ecosystem, from pollinating fruit bats to howling mice and reptilian monsters, in this beautiful nonfiction picture... + Read More
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Series: Mountain Chef How One Man Lost His Groceries, Changed His Plans, and Helped Cook Up the National Park Service Paperback Annette Bay Pimentel 9781580899857 $9.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Mar 05, 2019

The true story of a Chinese American mountain man who fed thirty people for ten days in the wilderness--and helped inspire the creation of the National Park Service. Tie Sing was born in the mountains. The mountains were in his blood. But because he was of Chinese descent at a time in America when to be Chinese meant working in restaurants or laundries, Tie Sing’s prospects were limited. But he had bigger plans. He began cooking for mapmakers and soon built a reputation as the best trail cook in California. When millionaire Stephen Mather ... + Read More
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Series: The Whole Wide World and Me Hardcover Toni Yuly 9780763692636 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Feb 19, 2019

A bold, joyful picture book for the very young shows that the natural world is full of wonders — and each of us is a small part of that.Like a flower in a field . . .Like a cloud in the sky . . .So am I.Just as a pebble is part of a mountain, just as a wave is part of the sea, so, too, is every one of us part of something bigger. With bright collage illustrations and a simple, lyrical text, acclaimed author-illustrator Toni Yuly invites readers to celebrate our relationship to the natural world.
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Series: We're Going on a Bear Hunt We're Going On a Bear Hunt: Let's Discover Birds Paperback LEFT BLANK 9781536200690 $9.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Feb 12, 2019

An enticing and educational guide to our feathered friends, featuring artwork from the We’re Going on a Bear Hunt animated special.Packed with information, activities, and stickers, this guide for budding birders offers a wealth of facts about ducks, owls, eagles, and many other birds. Included are tips for planning an adventure, bird-spotting instructions, and other high-flying activities. Whether readers are bird-watching from their window or venturing out on a full-fledged expedition, there’s something here for all aspiring ornithologists.
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Series: Wild Fairies Wild Fairies #2: Lily's Water Woes Paperback Brandi Dougherty 9781635651348 $7.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Feb 12, 2019

Prepare your wings and listen closely: the wild fairies are now in bloom and popping up in a forest near you!Lily's Water Woes follows wild fairy (and mermaid) Lily, who is feeling left out. While her fairy friends get to travel to beautiful beaches and lush forests, Lily is always stuck at home, unable to be away from the water for very long. Her froggy pal, Splash, tries his best to cheer her up, but Lily still wishes she could stay out late and play like the other fairies. Wanting to help their friend, the fairies come together to build an a... + Read More
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Series: Wild Fairies Wild Fairies #1: Daisy's Decorating Dilemma Paperback Brandi Dougherty 9781635651317 $7.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Feb 12, 2019

Prepare your wings and listen closely: the wild fairies are now in bloom and popping up in a forest near you!Spring is in the air in Sugar Oak! Green buds grow on the trees, the temperature is warm, and all of the fairies' animal friends have come out to play. But before the fairies can smell the flowers and soak in the sun, they must plan the biggest party of the year−the Blossom Bash! Normally, Daisy would love leading her fairy friends, but when each of the fairies has a different vision for the bash's decorations, she's left stumped. Daisy ... + Read More
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Series: Hello Seasons! Hello Spring! Paperback Shelley Rotner 9780823439959 $10.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jan 15, 2019

A vibrant celebration of the natural changes and human joys of springtime A cacophonous celebration of nature's return to vibrancy after a long, quiet winter, Hello Spring! features bright, enticing photographs from award-winning National Geographic photographer Shelley Rotner. The simple, lyrical text speckled with action-packed verbs—Crocuses tease . . . Dandelions dot . . . Cherry blossoms pop and parade . . . —is accessible for new readers as it introduces the glories and biological rhythms of springtime. The bright nature photogra... + Read More
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Series: The Puffins Are Back Hardcover Gail Gibbons 9780823441631 $24.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jan 15, 2019

The beloved Atlantic Puffin was nearly extinct, till some enterprising scientists came to its rescue...Gail Gibbons introduces readers to the fascinating lives of puffins and puffin conservation.Puffins along the coast of Maine were once hunted to near-extinction. Now, through a careful breeding program, scientists eagerly await the puffins' return each year to hatch their young. With cheerful illustrations and clear text, Gail Gibbons explains the conservation program and the life cycle of this amazing bird.According to The Washington Post, Ga... + Read More
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Series: Weather Words and What They Mean (New Edition) Hardcover Gail Gibbons 9780823441716 $24.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jan 15, 2019

The perfect introduction to how we talk and think about the weatherEveryone talks about the weather, but what does it all mean? In clear, accessible language, Gail Gibbons introduces many common terms--like moisture, air pressure, and temperature--and their definitions. Simple, kid-friendly text explains the origins of fog, clouds, frost, thunderstorms, snow, fronts, hurricanes, reinforcing the explanations with clear, well-labeled drawings and diagrams. Newly revised, this edition of Weather Words and What They Mean has been vetted by an e... + Read More
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Series: Weather Words and What They Mean (New Edition) Paperback Gail Gibbons 9780823441907 $11.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jan 15, 2019

The perfect introduction to how we talk and think about the weatherEveryone talks about the weather, but what does it all mean? In clear, accessible language, Gail Gibbons introduces many common terms--like moisture, air pressure, and temperature--and their definitions. Simple, kid-friendly text explains the origins of fog, clouds, frost, thunderstorms, snow, fronts, hurricanes, reinforcing the explanations with clear, well-labeled drawings and diagrams. Newly revised, this edition of Weather Words and What They Mean has been vetted by an e... + Read More
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Series: Judy Moody Judy Moody Saves the World! Paperback Megan McDonald 9781536200720 $7.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Apr 10, 2018

The mercurial Judy returns, and she’s in a mood to take on the world. RARE!When her “Heal the World” adhesive-bandage design doesn’t win a contest, Judy Moody realizes it’s time to set her sights on something bigger. Class 3T is studying the environment, and Judy is amazed to learn about the destruction of the rain forest, the endangered species (not) in her own backyard, and her own family’s crummy recycling habits. Now she’s in a mood to whip the planet into shape!
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Series: The Water Princess Hardcover Susan Verde 9780399172588 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Sep 13, 2016

Based on supermodel Georgie Badiel’s childhood, a young girl dreams of bringing clean drinking water to her African villageWith its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try as she might, Gie Gie cannot bring the water closer; she cannot make it run clearer. Every morning, she rises before the sun to make the long journey to the well. Instead of a crown, she wears a heavy pot on her head to collect the water. After the voyage home, after boil... + Read More
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Series: Ordinary People Change the World I am Jane Goodall Hardcover Brad Meltzer 9780525428497 $21.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Sep 06, 2016

This tenth book in the New York Times bestselling biography series profiles Jane Goodall, the scientist and conservationist who is famous for her work with chimpanzees.This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great—the traits that kids themselves can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America’s icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero’s childhood influences. At the back are a... + Read More
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Series: Little Golden Book My Little Golden Book About Sharks Hardcover Bonnie Bader 9781101930922 $5.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Jun 28, 2016

This simple yet informative book brings to life the fascinating world of sharks. Little ones will enjoy bright, bold artwork and lively descriptions of all kinds of sharks, from the fierce great white to the rare goblin. They’ll learn that sharks have teeth but no bones, as well as interesting facts about diet, camouflage, and habitat that teach why we must care about sharks.
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Series: Little Tree Hardcover Loren Long 9780399163975 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Oct 27, 2015

For graduates, for their parents, for anyone facing change, here is a gorgeously illustrated and stunningly heartfelt ode to the challenges of growing up and letting go. A story of the seasons and stepping stones as poignant for parents as for their kids, from the creator of Otis the tractor and illustrator of Love by Matt de la Pena."Long’s gentle but powerful story about a young tree who holds tight to his leaves, even as everyone else lets theirs drop, takes on nothing less than the pain and sorrow of growing up. . . . As in Long’s unaccount... + Read More
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Series: The World of Eric Carle Eric Carle's How Things Grow Novelty book Eric Carle 9780448487687 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Feb 05, 2015

A brand-new title in this bestselling series from Eric Carle!A tadpole becomes a frog, an acorn becomes an oak tree, and a caterpillar becomes a butterfly. By lifting the big, sturdy flaps, young readers will discover the world around them and how things grow through Eric Carle's bright, beautiful images. A perfect companion title for Eric Carle’s ABC, Opposites, and All Around Us.
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Series: National Geographic Readers: Planet Earth Collection Readers That Grow With You Paperback National Geographic Kids 9781426318139 $8.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Aug 05, 2014

Powerful weather, bursting volcanoes, sparkling gemstones, and more will fascinate science and fact-hungry kids. Experience the whirl of a hurricane, dig deep and learn about the rocks that make up our planet, and discover the amazing feeling of a rainstorm. National Geographic Kids brings readers some of their reader's favorite science topics in one convenient package. Fascinating science information is accompanied by wonderful photographs to ensure that kids' natural curiosity is both satisfied AND inspired.
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Series: Readers National Geographic Readers: Water Paperback Melissa Stewart 9781426314742 $5.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Jul 08, 2014

Water is all around us; we drink it every day. In this level 3 reader, kids will learn about the water cycle, discovering how rain and snow flow into our lakes, rivers, and oceans, and later evaporate into the sky again. Vivid photography and accessible text make this book an ideal introduction to the science of water.