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Series: Concepts to Carry 1,2,3 Under the Sea A Slide-Lift-Learn Book Board book Jo Lodge 9780593179413 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 May 05, 2020

With sliders or flaps on the cover and every page, this interactive board book entertains and helps kids learn their numbers!Here’s a new concept board book that young children will love! 1, 2, 3 Under the Sea uses interactive elements to introduce babies and toddlers to numbers. Children can move the slider to see one crab click-clicking his claws, lift the flap to see two seahorses, and much more! The mechanisms are ideal for little hands and will engage children as they’re learning to count from one to five. To top it off, this book even has... + Read More
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Series: Big Shark, Little Shark Board book Anna Membrino 9781984895141 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 Apr 07, 2020

Just when you thought it was safe to read an early reader…SHARK!This fun Step 1 book about two sharks is a study in opposites. Big Shark has big teeth; Little Shark has little teeth. Big Shark swims fast; Little Shark swims slow. But they are both hungry! Will they each succeed in finding a tasty snack? Little Shark is hoping that he won’t become fast food for Big Shark! Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help child... + Read More
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Series: Where's The Where's the Narwhal? Board book Nosy Crow 9781536209501 $11.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 0 - 2 Dec 16, 2019

Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of friendly underwater creatures hiding behind bright felt flaps. A textile, sensory read that's perfect for sharing with babies and toddlers, featuring a mirror reveal on the final spread.Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of friendly underwater creatures hiding behind bright felt flaps. With a mirror on the final page, this is a perfect book to share with very little ones.
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Series: Readers National Geographic Readers: Whales (Pre-Reader) Paperback Jennifer Szymanski 9781426337130 $6.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Apr 02, 2020
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Series: Curious Kids: Explore the Shore Novelty book Jonny Marx 9781680106190 $17.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8 Apr 01, 2020

Explore the shore and the ocean in this non-fiction pop-up board book.Young explorers can find out all about the world around them and the creatures that inhabit it in this non-fiction pop-up book that includes interesting facts about crabs, fish, dolphins, sea turtles, seahorses, and their habitat in the ocean and along the shore. Engaging pop-ups on each page enhance learning.
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Series: Don't Worry, Little Crab Hardcover Chris Haughton 9781536211191 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Apr 07, 2020

From the award-winning creator of Shh! We Have a Plan comes a vibrantly colorful story about mustering the courage to try something new.Little Crab and Very Big Crab live in a tiny rock pool near the sea. Today they’re going for a dip in the big ocean. “This is going to be so great,” says Little Crab, splish-splashing and squelch-squelching along, all the way to the very edge. Then comes a first glance down at the waves. WHOOSH! Maybe it’s better if they don’t go in? With vivid colors, bold shapes, and his trademark visual humor, Chris Haughton... + Read More
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Series: My Little World Snap Board book Patricia Hegarty 9781680106251 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 31, 2020

Discover a world of undersea creatures in this playful board book of colors!Discover a world of undersea creatures in this playful board book of colors! Bright artwork, finger-holes, and a cheerful rhyming text make learning come alive.Series Overview: Discover a whole world of learning fun with these cheerful and interactive books. From colors and counting to opposites and first words, key early-learning concepts are presented in a bright, bold, engaging manner.
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Series: Let's Find the Mermaid Board book Tiger Tales 9781680106084 $12.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 17, 2020

Mermaid is hiding. Lift the felt flaps and look through the die-cut pages to find her!There are a lot of sea creatures and fish under the sea but could any of them be Mermaid? Peek through the pages and lift the felt flaps to find out!
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Series: In Motion Go, Boats, Go! Board book Addie Boswell 9781632172686 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 Feb 25, 2020

This fun and playful board book introduces young children to the world of boats in their many forms. There are tall boats and small boats and heave-and-haul boats, and more!From the author and illustrator of Go, Bikes, Go!, this delightful board book celebrates Pacific Northwest boating and maritime culture with a focus on recreational watercraft and working boats that are popular in the region. Young children will be fascinated by the variety of boats depicted in the vibrant and playful illustrations showing diverse families enjoying sailboat... + Read More
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Series: Who's Hiding Who's Hiding on the River? Board book Nosy Crow 9781536208214 $12.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Dec 09, 2019

There are lots of creatures by the river. Where are they hiding and what are they doing? This lift-the-flap book full of facts about animals and nature is a perfect introduction to the outdoors.There are lots of creatures by the river. Where are they hiding and what are they doing? In this innovative lift-the-flap book, little ones can pore over the beautiful collaged pages and explore under rocks and lily pads to learn lots of interesting facts about life by the river. This is a perfect introduction to the outdoors.
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Series: Let's Find the Penguin Board book Tiger Tales 9781680105827 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Oct 01, 2019

There are animals playing in the snow, but could any of them be Penguin? Peek through the pages and lift the felt flaps to find out!
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Series: Happy Snappy Crab, The Board book Tiger Tales 9781680105841 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Sep 03, 2019

Join happy, snappy crab, speedy shark, and tickly octopus in this lively rhyming book, which features a fun pop-up on every page. With board pages and heavy-duty board pop-ups, this book is perfect for introducing pop-ups to little ones.
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Series: Ten Splishy, Splashy Fish Paperback Tiger Tales 9781680104127 $4.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Sep 05, 2017

Follow the adventures of these bright, bold fish in this peek-through counting book! Children will love to count the fish and watch as the number of fish decreases from 10 to 1 with each turn of the page.
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Series: My Little World Big Fish Little Fish Board book Jonathan Litton 9781589252158 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 01, 2016

Children will learn opposites in this playful book filled with with bright, bold illustrations and sturdy board pages. Finger-holes that decrease in size with each turn of the page add to the fun!Learn opposites with My Little World! Each sturdy board page features an interactive finger-hole for little hands to manipulate as they turn the page. Bright, bold colors and simple scenes follow a variety of fish as they travel through the ocean. Young readers meet friendly fish that are long and short, slow and fast, asleep and awake, happy and sad, ... + Read More
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Series: Little Snappers Splish Splash Pop-up Fun Board book Jonathan Litton 9781589252592 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 01, 2016

Lift the flaps to discover which splishy-splashy animals are popping off the pages!
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Series: Commotion in the Ocean Board book Giles Andreae 9781589258631 $9.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Mar 01, 2011

This delightful collection of poems includes fun rhymes about the creatures who live in and around the ocean. Children will delight in the snappy poems and colorful illustrations about whales, walruses, penguins, polar bears, stingrays and sharks. Rounded corners and sturdy board pages add to this great title!
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Series: Shy Ones Hardcover Simona Ciraolo 9781912497355 $23.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Aug 04, 2020

He’s not the type to stand out. In fact, unless you were looking for him, you wouldn’t know he was missing at all. But you know us, the shy ones, we can always spot one another.This delicate picture book about a quiet little octopus that keeps to himself in a school of lively fish explores the topic of shyness and friendship. Stunningly illustrated by bestselling creator of Hug Me, Simona Ciraolo, this book is sure to resonate with young children across the world, particularly those who are just starting school.
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Series: The Blue Giant Hardcover Katie Cottle 9781843654452 $22.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Jun 09, 2020

A poignant and timely picture book introducing children to the issue of ocean pollution, with ideas to help the world become a better, cleaner place.Coral and her mom are enjoying a break at the seaside. Until a creature emerges from the waves! It’s a giant. A blue giant. It is made of water, fish, and sea plants and has a stirring plea to help clean up the ocean.Coral and her mom agree to help, donning their scuba-diving outfits and setting off to sea. But they can’t do it alone…can they?This stunning follow-up to Katie Cottle’s debut picture ... + Read More
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Series: Where Do Speedboats Sleep at Night? Board book Brianna Caplan Sayres 9781524765781 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 May 26, 2020

From the team that brought you Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? comes another “things that go” bedtime story, and this one is all about boats and sailing off to dreamland!Ahoy there! Have you ever wondered what little speedboats do when it’s time for bed? The same things you do! Even cruise ships and canoes—and all sorts of other boats!—bathe, have a snack, stow their teddies for storytime, and get “docked” to sleep by caregivers. Children who can’t get enough of boats will love this nautical nighttime story full of exciting and familiar waterc... + Read More
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Series: The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run: Official Activity Book (SpongeBob SquarePants) Paperback Golden Books 9780593127506 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 31, 2020

Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants returns in an all-new feature film—streaming soon!THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN is coming soon to streaming services and CBS All Access. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail. Boys and girls ages 3-7 will love this full-color activity book that includes over 50 stickers.Seri... + Read More
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Series: Pictureback(R) The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run: The Great Gary Rescue! (SpongeBob SquarePants) Paperback David Lewman 9780593127537 $7.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 31, 2020

Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants returns in an all-new feature film—streaming soon!THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN is coming soon to streaming services and CBS All Access. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail. Boys and girls ages 3-7 will enjoy this full-color storybook that is based on the film and includes... + Read More
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Series: Little Golden Book The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run: Welcome to Camp Coral! (SpongeBob SquarePants) Hardcover David Lewman 9780593127520 $5.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 31, 2020

Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants returns in an all-new feature film—streaming soon!THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN is coming soon to streaming services and CBS All Access. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail. Boys and girls ages 2-5 will enjoy this all-new Little Golden Book based on the film.Series Overvie... + Read More
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Series: What's That Noise? Hardcover Naomi Howarth 9781536213522 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 24, 2020

When Magnus the seal is awakened by a rumbling sound, it may be closer than he thinks in a funny, kid-friendly story that winds up with facts about Arctic creatures.Rumble, rumble, rumble. …What’s that noise? Magnus the Arctic seal wakes up from a very deep sleep one morning, puzzled by a strange rumbling sound. What’s that noise? Could it be the creaking of the trees? The whistling of the wind? The cracking of the ice? The roaring of the sea? Hare, Owl, and Polar Bear don’t have any idea, but Walrus has a good suggestion: it could be Magnus’s ... + Read More
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Series: Little Turtle and the Changing Sea A story of survival in our polluted oceans Hardcover Becky Davies 9781680101997 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 10, 2020

A beautiful, lyrical story which explores the problem of plastic in the ocean, and the challenges facing marine life.Little Turtle loves the ocean with her whole heart. As the years pass, she repeats an incredible journey across the world to the beautiful coral reefs. But one day she finds that plastic has invaded her beloved ocean. Could Turtle’s journey be over forever?
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Series: The Heart of a Whale Hardcover Anna Pignataro 9781984836274 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jan 28, 2020

In this beautiful story of kindness and empathy, loneliness and love, one creature finds that the help he needs is just a song and a sigh away.Whale’s beautiful song winds its way through the ocean, reaching the farthest of faraways. His song is one of happiness and hope, magic and wonder—and Whale’s fellow sea creatures are calmed, cheered, and lulled by it. But though Whale sings his tender song day after day, night after night, Whale wonders why he has no song to fill his empty heart. So when he lets out a mournful sigh, the ocean carries it... + Read More
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Series: Perfectly Polite Penguins Hardcover Georgiana Deutsch 9781680101461 $17.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Apr 02, 2019

Penguins are always polite. They say “please” and “thank you,” they wait their turn patiently, and they always help to clean up when playtime is over. But one day, Polly Penguin decides that being polite is boring. So she interrupts when others are talking, refuses to clean up, and makes a mess at the dinner table. Soon, all of the penguins copy Polly and lose their good manners, too! Can Polly help make things right again?
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Series: The Tide Hardcover Clare Helen Walsh 9781680101416 $17.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Apr 02, 2019

A young girl loves her grandpa so much! When they spend the day at the beach, she holds his hand as they go for a walk, and they build sand castles together. But sometimes, it’s difficult, because Grandpa has become forgetful. “Grandpa’s memories are like the tide,” Mommy explains. “Sometimes, they’re near and full of life. Other times, they’re distant and quiet.” A story about families, laughter, and how we can help a loved one with dementia live well.
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Series: Fairy Tale Classics Little Mermaid Hardcover Tiger Tales 9781680101362 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Apr 02, 2019

A little mermaid rescues a prince from drowning and falls deeply in love. But without legs to walk on land, how will she ever see him again?
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Series: Stefano the Squid Hero of the Deep Hardcover Wendy Meddour 9781680101423 $17.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 05, 2019

Stefano the squid is surrounded by amazing animals: diving dolphins, colorful fish, and scary-looking anglerfish. These incredible creatures have grabbed the attention of the film crew from Deep Sea TV, but the crew never seems to care about filming Stefano. “Why don’t they like me?” he wonders. Then one day, a diver gets into trouble. Can Stefano—just an ordinary common squid—save the day?
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Series: Octopants Hardcover Suzy Senior 9781680100976 $16.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Sep 04, 2018

A young octopus is embarrassed that he doesn’t have any pants to wear! He goes to several stores in the sea, but none of them has what he needs. Then one day he discovers the Under-Sea Emporium that seems to have the perfect items for everyone. Will he finally find something that’s just right for him?
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Series: With Your Paw In Mine Hardcover Jane Chapman 9781680100846 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 06, 2018

Miki, an otter pup, loves to snuggle on her mama's tummy. And Mama holds Miki's paws while she teaches her how to swim. One day while Mama is out gathering food, Miki meets another otter pup named Amak, and the two become best friends. Then one day, a terrible storm rages in the ocean, and Miki and Amak hold each other's paws tightly. Will it be enough to keep them safe?
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Series: Hidden World: Ocean Novelty book Libby Walden 9781944530150 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 06, 2018

Young children can lift the large flaps to learn more about the many different kinds of creatures and plants that live beneath the waves. Readers come face-to-face with dolphins, whales, sea turtles, and other creatures that live just below the surface. A trip to the ocean floor allows for an up-close look at anemones, the coral reef, lobsters, anglerfish, and other deep-sea dwellers.
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Series: The Very Fidgety Fish Hardcover Ruth Galloway 9781589255098 $6.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Mar 04, 2014

Tiddler is always fidgeting. "Go out into the sea and swim" says his mother, "but watch out for the Big Fish." So Tiddler heads out and meets jellyfish, a starfish, a crab, and other creatures. Then he sees a big, dark cave and decides to swim inside.
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Series: Where's The Where's the Pirate? Board book Nosy Crow 9781536212228 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 2 Mar 03, 2020

Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of adventurous pirate friends hiding behind bright felt flaps. With a mirror on the final page, this is a perfect book to share with very little ones.
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Series: Good Night Our World Good Night Great Lakes Board book Adam Gamble 9781602198487 $9.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 Feb 18, 2020

Good Night Great Lakes highlights Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, Lake Huron, wildlife, sailing, kayaking, swimming, beaches, dunes, lighthouses, hiking, fishing, camping, museums, winter activities, and more. This delightful board book gives little ones an up-close and personal tour of our spectacular Great Lakes region. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Many of North America’s most beloved regions are artfull... + Read More
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Series: First Board Books National Geographic Kids Little Kids First Board Book: Ocean Board book National Geographic Kids 9781426334689 $10.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Oct 29, 2019
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Series: Raffi Songs to Read Raffi Songs to Read Boxed Set Baby Beluga; Wheels on the Bus; Down by the Bay Undefined Raffi 9780593124703 $28.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Oct 15, 2019

Raffi’s most popular and beloved songs—“Baby Beluga,” “Wheels on the Bus,” and “Down by the Bay”—are available in a boxed set, just the right size for babies and toddlers!Singing supports and encourages even the youngest child’s speech and listening skills, which makes these adorable books perfect for early learning. With its delightful illustrations, this boxed set is the ideal sing-along collection for a whole new generation of readers.
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Series: Step into Reading Big Shark, Little Shark, Baby Shark Paperback Anna Membrino 9780593128091 $6.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 6 May 26, 2020

Just when you thought it was safe…Big Shark and Little Shark return in this funny new Step 1 Reader, pursued by…Baby Shark!Big Shark and Little Shark may be opposites, but they agree on one thing—neither wants to play with Baby Shark. Baby Shark is too small and slow to be any fun…right? What happens when Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandpa Shark, and Grandma Shark find out that Baby Shark is being snubbed? Dun dun dun dun dun dun! All’s well that ends well in this easily decodable and oh-so-familiar story of big kids and little kids resolving th... + Read More
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Series: Step into Reading The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run: Happy Campers! (SpongeBob SquarePants) Paperback David Lewman 9780593127544 $7.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 6 Mar 31, 2020

Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants returns to theaters in an all-new feature film! THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: IT’S A WONDERFUL SPONGE comes to theatres May 22, 2020. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail. Boys and girls ages 3-7 will love this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader that includes over 30 stickers. Step 2 Re... + Read More
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Series: Sea Turtles (New & Updated Edition) Hardcover Gail Gibbons 9780823446957 $24.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Apr 07, 2020

Dive into the world’s oceans to explore the adventurous lives of one of the oldest living animals.Descended from enormous prehistoric creatures, sea turtles are fascinating. Hatched from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a thousand pounds. Once adults, they can live to be around 100 years old. And when it’s time to nest, they migrate more than 1,000 miles. With colorful, clear illustrations and straightforward text, Gail Gibbons introduces the eight kinds of sea turtles living in the ocean today. Learn the similarities a... + Read More
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Series: Jabari Jumps Paperback Gaia Cornwall 9781536202908 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Apr 07, 2020

“This simple and sincere tale of working up courage to face fears makes quite a splash.” — Kirkus ReviewsJabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He’s finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he’s a great jumper, so he’s not scared at all. “Looks easy,” says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In... + Read More
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Series: Exploring the Deep, Dark Sea Paperback Gail Gibbons 9780823446025 $11.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Mar 24, 2020

Dive deep with Gail Gibbons as she explains the mechanics and discoveries of deep-sea exploration.The surface of the moon is more familiar to us than the deep sea of our own planet. Many oceanographers are trying to change that. To explore the deep sea, they climb into submersibles and employ Remotely Operated Vehicles to find out more about the ocean and ocean floor. In Exploring the Deep, Dark Sea, nonfiction rockstar Gail Gibbons invites readers along for a journey to the depths of the ocean. Without leaving home, readers will learn about th... + 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: Sharks (New & Updated Edition) Hardcover Gail Gibbons 9780823445714 $24.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jan 14, 2020

Are sharks really dangerous? How many kinds are there? And how do they help the environment?From huge whale sharks to tiny dwarf sharks, this book has everything you need to know about one of our most popular—and mysterious—sea creatures. Millions of years before the first dinosaurs walked the earth, the first sharks swam in the sea. Though they’re often feared and misunderstood, most sharks aren’t dangerous to humans.With her signature combination of accessible, kid-friendly text and clear, well-labeled illustrations, Gail Gibbons introduces... + Read More
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Series: Coral Reefs (New & Updated Edition) Hardcover Gail Gibbons 9780823443703 $24.99 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: 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: Mop Rides the Waves of Life A Story of Mindfulness and Surfing Hardcover Jaimal Yogis 9781946764607 $22.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Jun 30, 2020

If only life could be like surfing! Having “funny” hair and being embarrassed in school is hard, but when little surfer Mop studies the lessons of the waves—breathing, letting the bad waves go by, and riding the good ones—he learns how to bring the mindfulness and joy of surfing into his whole life.Celebrated San Francisco surfer-journalist-dad Jaimal Yogis teaches 4-8 year olds timeless beach wisdom with the story of Mop, a sensitive and fun-loving kid who just wants to be in the ocean. Going to school and navigating classmates can be hard—but... + Read More
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Series: If You Take Away the Otter Hardcover Susannah Buhrman-Deever 9780763689346 $22.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 May 26, 2020

When the sea otters disappear, why does their kelp forest habitat disappear, too?On the Pacific Coast of North America, sea otters play, dive, and hunt for sea urchins, crabs, abalone, and fish in the lush kelp forests beneath the waves. But there was a time when people hunted the otters almost to extinction. Without sea otters to eat them, an army of hungry sea urchins grew and destroyed entire kelp forests. Fish and other animals that depended on the kelp were lost, too. But when people protected the sea otters with new laws, their numbers be... + Read More
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Series: Under the Southern Cross Hardcover Frané Lessac 9781536202267 $22.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Dec 24, 2019

This celebratory picture book from Frané Lessac shines a light on beloved nighttime activities under the starry skies of Australia.After nightfall in Australia, families watch movies as bats flit overhead, mysterious orbs of light bounce across the outback, a staircase to the moon appears reflected at the ocean’s edge, and a Ferris wheel offers a citywide view — all under the Southern Cross. Bright and colorful artwork, fascinating natural phenomena, and shared experiences connect people across the country in Frané Lessac’s fascinating tour of ... + Read More
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Series: About Animals Obsessive About Octopuses Hardcover Owen Davey 9781912497782 $25.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 9 Apr 07, 2020

Perfect for quarantine reading with your children!Did you know that an octopus has three hearts? And that they are particularly intelligent, with some being known to use tools?Dive into this fascinating illustrated guide all about the aliens of the deep. From the truly terrifying giant Pacific octopus to the inventive common octopus, find out where they live, what they eat and how we can protect them. The latest entry in acclaimed illustrator Owen Davey’s popular “About Animals” series, featuring his signature minimalist art style with colorful... + Read More
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Series: Benny McGee and the Shark The Shark Report #1 Paperback Derek Anderson 9780593093399 $9.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8 Feb 04, 2020

What would you do if a shark followed you home? In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids’ confidence and create lifelong readers!Mr. Fitzgerald said sharks like to circle their food while they decide if it looks tasty. I must have left my scooter in the yard. The shark started riding it around our house. And around. And around. On his third time around, I knew. He was circling me.When Benny learns about sharks at school, he imm... + Read More
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Series: Seashells More Than a Home Paperback Melissa Stewart 9781623541736 $9.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Mar 27, 2020

Award-winning nonfiction author Melissa Stewart reveals the surprising ways seashells provide more than shelter to the mollusks that inhabit them.Young naturalists discover thirteen seashells in this elegant introduction to the remarkable versatility of shells. Dual-layered text highlights how shells provide more than a protective home in this expository nonfiction exploration. The informative secondary text underscores characteristics specific to each shell. Elegant watercolor illustrations create a scrapbook feel, depicting children from arou... + Read More
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Series: A Narwhal and Jelly Book Narwhal's Otter Friend (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #4) Paperback Ben Clanton 9780735262492 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Jan 07, 2020

Narwhal and Jelly…and Otty?! Exuberant Narwhal and skeptical Jelly test the waters of adding a new friend to their pod when they meet Otty the super-adventurous otter in the fourth book of this blockbuster early graphic novel series!Dive into three new stories about the joy of adventure and the power of friendship! In the first story, Otty the otter makes her debut splash; while Narwhal greets her with immediate enthusiasm, Jelly’s not so sure about her…mostly because he worries she’ll take his place as Narwhal’s best friend. Readers will easil... + Read More
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Series: A Narwhal and Jelly Book Narwhal and Jelly Box Set (Books 1, 2, 3, AND Poster) Undefined Ben Clanton 9780735265912 $32.97 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Oct 01, 2019

The first three books in this New York Times bestselling series are now available in a "fintastic" paperback box set with a bonus poster!The Narwhal and Jelly books are delightfully silly graphic novels full of heart, friendship and playful adventure. Readers can now get the first three books (Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea, Super Narwhal and Jelly Jolt, Peanut Butter and Jelly) in the series in paperback, along with a bonus poster, in one turtle-y awesome box set.
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Series: Blue Planet Life in our Oceans and Rivers Hardcover Moira Butterfield 9781944530969 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Oct 01, 2019

Every creature in the ocean—from the tiny snail to the enormous blue whale—depends on water for survival. This engaging book introduces children to the animals that live in the world’s oceans, rivers, lakes, and ponds. It also presents fascinating facts about the water cycle, different modes of transportation in water, and how water is prepared for drinking.
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Series: Green Planet Life in our Woods and Forests Hardcover Moira Butterfield 9781944530976 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Oct 01, 2019

Every creature in the forest—from the tiny beetle to the giant bear—depends on trees for survival. Trees give off oxygen for living things to breathe, and they provide a home for countless bugs and animals all over the planet. This engaging book introduces children to the wildlife that lives in the world’s forests.