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Series: His Dark Materials His Dark Materials: Serpentine Hardcover Philip Pullman 9780593377680 $17.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 Oct 15, 2020

A bewitching tale with a fascinating new glimpse of young Lyra and her dæmon, Pantalaimon. This companion to the New York Times bestselling His Dark Materials and The Book of Dust series follows Pullman’s beloved characters on a brand new adventure. After the world-altering events of The Amber Spyglass, Lyra and Pan find themselves irrevocably changed. In this new companion story, set after the stunning conclusion to the original His Dark Materials trilogy, Lyra and Pan will journey to the far North once more, hoping to ask the Consul of Witc... + Read More
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Series: How To Series How to Catch Santa Paperback Jean Reagan 9780593301906 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

It’s Christmas time and Santa is almost here…IF you know how to catch him! From the creators of the New York Times bestsellers How to Babysit a Grandpa and How to Babysit a Grandma comes an equally charming and hilarious holiday must-read! After waiting for days and days and days, it’s finally Christmas Eve. And that’s when you can try to catch Santa…. but only if you know the right tricks! Pay attention to these clever tips for “catching” Santa (be crafty! be clever! be gentle!) on Christmas Eve. Santa can’t resist cookies…or riddles! And don... + Read More
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Series: The Magic Fish Paperback Trung Le Nguyen 9781984851598 $22.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 13, 2020

Tiến loves his family and his friends…but Tiến has a secret he’s been keeping from them, and it might change everything. An amazing YA graphic novel that deals with the complexity of family and how stories can bring us together.Real life isn’t a fairytale. But Tiến still enjoys reading his favorite stories with his parents from the books he borrows from the local library. It’s hard enough trying to communicate with your parents as a kid, but for Tiến, he doesn’t even have the right words because his parents are struggling with their English. Is... + Read More
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Series: Attack of the Underwear Dragon Hardcover Scott Rothman 9780593119891 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Oct 06, 2020

Brave knights, fire-breathing dragons, and underwear—every kid’s favorite things in one book illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling artist Pete Oswald!Cole’s wish comes true when he becomes an Assistant Knight to Sir Percival, his favorite Knight of King Arthur’s Round Table. Cole learns how to ride a horse, swing a sword, cheer for Sir Percival when he goes to battle, and bandage his boo-boos when the battle is over. Cole loves practicing every skill a Knight-in-Training must master and he is determined to be granted knighthood.Sir Perci... + Read More
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Series: Uni the Unicorn Book and Toy Set Mixed media product Amy Krouse Rosenthal 9780593306222 $25.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Oct 13, 2020

The magical story of friendship, unicorns, and the power of believing is now available as a book and toy set!In this clever twist on the age-old belief that there’s no such thing as unicorns, Uni the unicorn is told there’s no such thing as little girls! No matter what the grown-up unicorns say, Uni believes that little girls are real. Somewhere there must be a smart, strong, wonderful, magical little girl waiting to be best friends. In fact, far away (but not too far), a real little girl believes there is a unicorn waiting for her. This refres... + Read More
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Series: Glory on Ice A Vampire Hockey Story Hardcover Maureen Fergus 9781524714512 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Oct 06, 2020

A centuries-old vampire decides to bring his crushing-and-destroying skills to the ice in this hilarious story about the newest (and oldest) member of the local peewee hockey team.After centuries alone in his old castle, Vlad is ready to try something new. When he hears the local hockey team gushing about how they’ll crush and destroy their opponents in the next game, he knows he’s found the activity for him! Vlad immediately gives the game his all, but he soon realizes that super-human powers don’t mean much in hockey without a mastery of the ... + Read More
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Series: Milk Bar: Kids Only A Cookbook Illustrated edition Paperback Christina Tosi 9780593231920 $29.99 COOKING Age (years) from 7 Oct 27, 2020

Over 85 stellar, totally do-able desserts and other fun-fueled treats for kids (or adults!) to make, from Christina Tosi, founder of Milk Bar and MasterChef Junior judge!Dedicated to the next generation of young bakers, Milk Bar: Kids Only presents more than eighty-five fun and empowering recipes to inspire imagination in the kitchen, from Apple Pie Waffles to PB&J Cereal Treats to Strawberries and Cream Cupcakes to marshmallowy Choco Crunch Cookies. This is a cookbook that teaches kitchen skills and also shows bakers the brilliance of what a l... + Read More
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Series: Young Chefs Series The Complete DIY Cookbook for Young Chefs 100+ Simple Recipes for Making Absolutely Everything from Scratch Hardcover America's Test Kitchen Kids 9781948703246 $28.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 13, 2020

Now is the time for kids to make EVERYTHING from scratch. This is the third book in the NY Times Bestselling Cookbook series for Young Chefs and will inspire kids to make everything from ketchup to crackers…themselves.Ever wondered how ketchup is made? How do you bake the most-awesome-ever cheese crackers (fish-shaped, of course)? Can you really make homemade butter in 10 minutes? The third title in this bestselling series of complete cookbooks for young chefs goes back to basics to make many of today’s store-bought staples better from scratch.... + Read More
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Series: Dash & Lily Series Dash & Lily's Book of Dares (Netflix Series Tie-In Edition) Media tie-in Paperback Rachel Cohn 9780593309605 $13.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 27, 2020

Now a Netflix original series starring Austin Abrams and Midori Francis! A whirlwind romance from the New York Times bestselling authors of Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist.Lily left a red notebook full of challenges on her favorite bookstore shelf, waiting for just the right guy to come along and accept its dares. Dash, in a bad mood during the holidays, happens to be the first guy to pick up the notebook and rise to its challenges. What follows is a whirlwind romance as Dash and Lily trade dares, dreams, and desires in the notebook they pass ... + Read More
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Series: Underlined Paperbacks Girl on the Run Paperback Abigail Johnson 9780593179819 $13.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 06, 2020

A fast-paced original paperback thriller about a girl who discovers that her mother might not be who she says she is…and now someone is hunting them both.Katelyn wants the best for her widowed mom. Surprising her with an online dating profile seems like a good idea.It isn’t. Katelyn’s mom hasn’t just been acting overprotective all these years—she’s been hiding something. And now that anyone can find them online , Katelyn is in a desperate race against time to uncover the secrets of the past—not only her mom’s, but also her own.As Katelyn’s wo... + Read More
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Series: Together, Apart Paperback Erin A. Craig 9780593375297 $13.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 20, 2020

A collection of original contemporary love stories set during life in lockdown by some of today’s most popular YA authors.Erin Craig “delivers” on a story about a cute pizza delivery boy, Auriane Desombre captures a girl trying to impress her crush on TikTok, and Bill Konigsberg takes readers along on daily walks where every step brings two boys closer to love. There’s roommates-to-enemies-to-something more from Rachael Lippincott, a tale of a girl with a mask-making business and her potentially famous crush from Erin Hahn, and a music-inspired... + Read More
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Series: The Fangirl's Guide to the Universe A Handbook for Girl Geeks Hardcover Sam Maggs 9781683692317 $21.99 YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 13 Oct 27, 2020

From notable geek girl Sam Maggs, The Fangirl’s Guide to the Universe is the ultimate handbook for teens living the nerdy life. Fandom, pop culture, feminism, cosplay, cons, books, memes, podcasts, vlogs, OTPs and RPGs and MMOs and more—there’s never been a better time to be a fangirl, or a better guide to navigate the wide universe of fandoms. This handbook is packed with tips, playthroughs, and cheat codes, including:· How to make nerdy friends· How to rock cosplay· How to write fanfic with feels· How to defeat internet trolls· How to attend ... + Read More
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Series: The Truths We Hold An American Journey (Young Readers Edition) Paperback Kamala Harris 9780593113172 $14.99 YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 13, 2020

VP nominee Kamala Harris shares the values and inspirations that guided her life in this young readers adaptation of her memoir.With her nomination for vice president, her election to the U.S. Senate, and her position as Attorney General of California, Kamala Harris has blazed trails throughout her entire political career. But how did she achieve her goals? What values and influences guided and inspired her along the way?In this young readers edition of Senator Harris’s memoir, we learn about the impact that Kamala’s family and community had on... + Read More
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Series: Max Meow Max Meow Book 1: Cat Crusader Hardcover John Gallagher 9780593121054 $17.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 10 Oct 06, 2020

Meet a secret superhero with CAT-ITUDE—Max Meow, Cat Crusader—in this purr-fectly awesome, hiss-sterically funny new graphic novel series!Max is just a regular cat in Kittyopolis, trying to make it big as a podcaster UNTIL he accidentally takes a bite of an RADIOACTIVE SPACE MEATBALL at his best friend, scientist Mindy’s, SECRET LAB. Then before you can say MEOWZA, Max becomes…(drum roll!)…The CAT CRUSADER! Being a super hero is fun (Super strength? Check! Flying? YES!!!)—but not if you get so cocky, you forget your best friend! Will Max learn ... + Read More
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Series: A Story for Small Bear Hardcover Alice B. McGinty 9781984852274 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Oct 13, 2020

In this sweet, lyrical picture book, perfect for bedtime, a playful cub prepares for hibernation, saving just enough time for Mama to share a story before they must settle down.Autumn is ending and a chilly breeze is drifting in, which can mean only one thing—it’s time to hibernate over the long winter. But before Small Bear does, she’d like for Mama to tell her some stories. Mama agrees, with one condition: all the preparation must get done—no dilly, no dally. So Small Bear tries to be good, venturing off to find sprigs for her winter bed, spl... + Read More
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Series: Swamp Thing: Twin Branches Paperback Maggie Stiefvater 9781401293239 $22.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14 Oct 13, 2020

#1 New York Times bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater (the Raven Cycle series) and artist Morgan Beem unearth the primal power of memory and how it twists the bond between two brothers.Twins Alec and Walker Holland have a reputation around town. One is quiet and the other is the life of any party, but the two are inseparable. For their last summer before college, Alec and Walker leave the city to live with their rural cousins, where they find that the swamp holds far darker depths than they could have imagined. While Walker carves their names... + Read More
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Series: Where's Waldo? Where's Waldo? The Incredible Paper Chase Paperback Martin Handford 9781536215106 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 9 Oct 13, 2020

He’s a master of the paper trail! Keep your eyes peeled for Waldo’s amazing seventh adventure—his most interactive journey ever.Take a page from Waldo’s sketchbook —but first you’ll have to find it! In this classic title, fans follow the wily guy through more astounding scenes, each containing a maddeningly hard-to-find piece of paper torn from his sketchpad. Add in an exciting parade, a confounding maze, the trickiest spot-the-difference challenge in history, and Martin Handford’s incomparable artwork, and you’ve got one extraordinary hands-on... + Read More
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Series: A Polar Bear in the Snow Hardcover Mac Barnett 9781536203967 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Oct 13, 2020

A majestic polar bear heads out on a mysterious walk in a dazzling, playful collaboration from an exciting pair of picture-book creators.Follow a magnificent polar bear through a fantastic world of snow and shockingly blue sea. Over the ice, through the water, past Arctic animals and even a human…where is he going? What does he want? Acclaimed author Mac Barnett’s narration deftly balances suspense and emotion, as well as poignant, subtle themes, compelling us to follow the bear with each page turn. Artist Shawn Harris’s striking torn-paper ill... + Read More
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Series: Eric Hardcover Shaun Tan 9780735269736 $21.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 20, 2020

A beautifully surreal and gently humorous picture book about cultural differences, empathy and the power of perspective, from internationally acclaimed author-illustrator Shaun Tan.Eric is a foreign exchange student who comes to live with a typical suburban family. Although everyone is delighted with the arrangement, cultural misunderstandings ensue, beginning with Eric’s insistence on sleeping in a pantry cupboard rather than a specially prepared guest room. The family takes Eric on a number of excursions, but they’re never sure if he’s having... + Read More
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Series: The Fabled Stables The Fabled Stables: Willa the Wisp Hardcover Jonathan Auxier 9780735267725 $16.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Oct 20, 2020

The first book in a magical chapter-book adventure series by the Governor General Award-winning author of Sweep.Auggie Pound is eight years old and has the greatest job of all time: he cares for all the animals in the Fabled Stables. The Fabled Stables house the rarest creatures in existence—all of them one-of-a-kind. Auggie’s job is to care for these creatures, as well as track down and safely capture endangered magical beasts in the wild. Some mornings, he arrives to find an empty stall with the name of a new creature to rescue. One day, the ... + Read More
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Series: Pop Classics Elf The Classic Illustrated Storybook Hardcover Kim Smith 9781683692201 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

Rediscover the laughter and cheer of Buddy the Elf in this adorable picture book for readers of all ages! Buddy the Elf has more Christmas spirit than anyone, but he’s never quite fit in with the other elves at the North Pole. Then Buddy learns that he’s really a human—and his father is on the Naughty List! Determined to bring his dad some holiday cheer, he sets out for New York City. But when Santa encounters disaster on Christmas Eve, can Buddy count on his new family to help him save the day?Kim Smith’s adorable illustrations give a nostalg... + Read More
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Series: Princess in Black The Princess in Black and the Giant Problem Hardcover Shannon Hale 9781536202229 $18.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

With a noisy giant crashing around the kingdom, the Princess in Black uses the Sparkle Signal to call ALL her heroic friends together - for the biggest adventure yet.The Princess in Black is ready for her snowy playdate with the Goat Avenger and the Princess in Blankets. It’s a perfect day to build snow monsters and battle them for practice. But just when they’re about to wage battle, a huge foot smashes their snow monster. “SQUASHY!” It’s a giant, and it’s smashing everything in its path! The giant is too strong for the three friends, so the P... + Read More
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Series: Julián at the Wedding Hardcover Jessica Love 9781536212389 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

The star of Julián Is a Mermaid makes a joyful return—and finds a new friend—at a wedding to be remembered. Julián and his abuela are going to a wedding. Better yet, Julián is in the wedding. Weddings have flowers and kissing and dancing and cake. And this wedding also has a new friend named Marisol. It’s not long before Julián and Marisol set off for some magic and mischief of their own, and when things take an unexpected turn, the pair learns that everything is easier with a good friend by your side. Jessica Love returns with a joyful story o... + Read More
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Series: Snow Falls Hardcover Kate Gardner 9781101919217 $21.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Oct 06, 2020

An introduction to the magic, beauty and fun of snow for very young readers, perfect for fans of Ezra Jack Keats’ classic The Snowy Day.Snow softens, snow tricks, snow tracks, snow glows and snow snows and snows and snows, transforming a small village into a winter wonderland. A girl and her dog set out and make the most of every snow-filled moment: sledding, building snowmen and snowforts, making snowangels (and snowdogs), and drinking cocoa by a cozy fire as the snow continues to fall. This luminous and lively picture book celebrates the bea... + Read More
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Series: Pet That Dog! A Handbook for Making Four-Legged Friends Paperback Gideon Kidd 9781683692294 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 Oct 20, 2020

From 11-year-old dog-loving Gideon Kidd of the viral Twitter account I’ve Pet That Dog comes a guide for young readers to befriend and care for dogs of all shapes, sizes, and personalities! Pet That Dog! A Handbook for Making Four-Legged Friends is an illustrated guide to meeting, petting, and caring for dogs by Gideon and his mom, Rachel Braunigan. Learn how dogs communicate through body language, helpful tips for safely interacting with dogs, and fun facts about dogs to share with friends. (Did you know that all-white dogs are more likely t... + Read More
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Series: Of Salt and Shore Hardcover Annet Schaap 9781623542306 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 Oct 13, 2020

For fans of The Hazel Wood, this middle grade novel takes the dark stuff of fairytales and crafts it into a powerful story of friendship and light.“Once I picked the book up, I didn’t set it down until I finished it with tears in my eyes…” —The New York Times Book ReviewEvery evening Lampie, the lighthouse keeper’s daughter, must light a lantern to warn ships away from the rocks, but one stormy night disaster strikes. The lantern is not lit, a ship is wrecked, and someone must pay.To work off her debt, Lampie is banished to the Admiral’s lone... + Read More
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Series: The Boy and the Gorilla Hardcover Jackie Azúa Kramer 9780763698324 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 13, 2020

This profoundly moving tale about a grieving boy and an imaginary gorilla makes real the power of talking about loss.On the day of his mother’s funeral, a young boy conjures the very visitor he needs to see: a gorilla. Wise and gentle, the gorilla stays on to answer the heart-heavy questions the boy hesitates to ask his father: Where did his mother go? Will she come back home? Will we all die? Yet with the gorilla’s friendship, the boy slowly begins to discover moments of comfort in tending flowers, playing catch, and climbing trees. Most of al... + Read More
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Series: Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer's Guides Beasts & Behemoths (Dungeons & Dragons) A Young Adventurer's Guide Hardcover Jim Zub 9781984858788 $17.50 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 20, 2020

Study this guide and keep it close at hand—this manual of monsters might save your life! This immersive illustrated bestiary introduces you to memorable monsters in Dungeons & Dragons, from the smallest beasts to the most dangerous behemoths.This illustrated guide transports new players to the magical world of Dungeons & Dragons and presents a one-of-a-kind course on the unusual creatures, from the minuscule to the massive, that fill the fantastic world of the game. This guide features easy-to-follow and entertaining explanations of where to fi... + Read More
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Series: A Journey Through Greek Myths Hardcover Marchella Ward 9781911171577 $25.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 06, 2020

From the very beginnings of the Universe in Greek myths to the incredible Labours of Heracles, explore this enchanting and complex world through beautiful storytelling by expert Marchella Ward, and breathtaking artwork from Sander Berg.Take a journey through Ancient Greece and delve deep into its mythology in this stunning compendium of tales. From the heros of Athens and Sparta to Orpheus and Persephone in the Underworld, take a magical illustrated journey through the Mediterranean to learn about the places where each story took place.Story Lo... + Read More
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Series: Cozy Hardcover Jan Brett 9780593109793 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 20, 2020

A New York Times Bestseller!A group of clever animals find an unusual but warm and furry home during Alaska’s long winter in Jan Brett’s newest snowy adventure.Cozy is the softest musk ox in Alaska, with the warmest fur you ever did feel. When a storm hits while he’s separated from his family, he starts to feel lonely—but not for long. As the snow piles up, animals start to notice just how warm and cozy Cozy really is! One mama lemming has a bright idea…maybe the best place to spend the winter is under Cozy’s fur!As more and more animals burrow... + Read More
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Series: Forget This Ever Happened Hardcover Cassandra Rose Clarke 9780823446087 $24.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14 Oct 06, 2020

Sometimes there’s a town called Indianola.And sometimes there isn’t.June, 1993. Claire has been dumped in rural Indianola, Texas, to spend her whole vacation taking care of mean, sickly Grammy. There’s nothing too remarkable about Indianola: it’s run-down, shabby, and sweltering, a pin-dot on the Gulf Coast.Except there is something remarkable. Memories shimmer and change. Lizards whisper riddles under the pecan trees. People disappear as if they never existed. Yesterday keeps coming unspooled, like a video tape. And worst of all, a red-lightn... + Read More
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Series: Good Morning Zoom Hardcover Lindsay Rechler 9780593352304 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Oct 06, 2020

A clever and heartwarming picture book that offers reassurance and hope in our difficult time.Good Morning Zoom takes the reader on a lyrical journey through our “new normal.” From “Zoom school,” to watching doctors and nurses on TV, to building pillow forts and talking to loved ones from a distance, this poignant book reminds us that there are still things to enjoy and be excited about in these unprecedented times.
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Series: I Am the Storm Hardcover Jane Yolen 9780593222751 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Oct 27, 2020

A tornado, a blizzard, a forest fire, and a hurricane are met, in turn, with resilience and awe in this depiction of nature’s power and our own.In the face of our shifting climate, young children everywhere are finding themselves subject to unfamiliar and often frightening extreme weather. Beloved author Jane Yolen and her daughter Heidi Stemple address four distinct weather emergencies (a tornado, a blizzard, a forest fire, and a hurricane) with warm family stories of finding the joy in preparedness and resilience. Their honest reassurance lea... + Read More
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Series: I Am!: Affirmations for Resilience Board book Bela Barbosa 9780593222799 $13.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 2 - 4 Oct 06, 2020

A stunningly illustrated guide to simple affirmations for young children, building self-esteem and confidence.When you are feeling scared of something new,Stand tall,Put your hands on your hips, and say: I Am Brave!This brightly hand-lettered board book empowers young readers to lift themselves up! Ten relatable emotions are each followed by a centering exercise and a positive affirmation to be recited, as a practice in mindfulness. Young readers are encouraged to find their inner strength by recognizing and addressing their emotions, instillin... + Read More
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Series: Iggy Iggy Is Better Than Ever Hardcover Annie Barrows 9781984813336 $18.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 06, 2020

The second book in the Iggy series about the lovable troublemaker by New York Times bestselling author Annie Barrows (Ivy + Bean).One thing led to another…Have you ever heard those words? Sometimes it means “Things got better.” That’s not what it means in this book. In this book, Iggy gets an idea—a perfectly fine idea—and then, unfortunately, the principal shows up, and then, even more unfortunately, there’s an incident with a basketball, and then, before you know it, Iggy’s flying through the air.How did it all happen? It’s really hard to exp... + Read More
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Series: Little Owl's Snow Board book Divya Srinivasan 9780593115343 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Oct 13, 2020

Little Owl experiences his first snow and first winter in this perfect follow-up to Little Owl’s Night and Little Owl’s Day, now in board book!“Winter’s almost here!” says Little Owl, as he observes leaves falling, animal friends hibernating, and a chill from his feathers to his feet. And just as he and his friend Racoon are watching their breath make fog in the cold air, it happens: Snow! Now in board book, here is the perfect follow-up to Little Owl’s Night and Little Owl’s Day, and a wonderful introduction to the changing of the seasons!
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Series: Llama Llama Llama Llama Holiday Helper Hardcover Anna Dewdney 9780593222591 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 6 Oct 06, 2020

Celebrate the holidays with Llama Llama and all his friends in this beautifully illustrated picture book, based on the hit animated Netflix series!Look out, world—Llama Llama is a TV star! The beloved character, made famous by Anna Dewdney’s best-selling picture books, is the star of his own original series, now airing on Netflix.In this beautiful picture book, Llama Llama and Mama Llama are just about done with getting ready for the holidays. So Llama decides to help out his friends—hanging wreaths, decorating trees, and baking cookies. Join L... + Read More
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Series: Lubaya's Quiet Roar Hardcover Marilyn Nelson 9780525555551 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

In this stirring picture book about social justice activism and the power of introverts, a quiet girl’s artwork makes a big impression at a protest rally.Newbery Honor winner Marilyn Nelson and fine artist Philemona Williamson have come together to create this lyrical, impactful story of how every child, even the quietest, can make a difference in their community and world. Young Lubaya is happiest when she’s drawing, often behind the sofa while her family watches TV. There, she creates pictures on the backs of her parents’ old protest posters.... + Read More
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Series: She Persisted Around the World 13 Women Who Changed History Board book Chelsea Clinton 9780593204146 $13.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) to 3 Oct 20, 2020

The companion to Chelsea Clinton & Alexandra Boiger’s #1 New York Times bestseller, She Persisted. Perfect for tiny activists, mini feminists and little kids who are ready to take on the world. Now abridged as a board book for our youngest feminists and activists!Women around the world have long dreamed big, even when they’ve been told their dreams didn’t matter. They’ve spoken out, risen up and fought for what’s right, even when they’ve been told to be quiet. Whether in science, the arts, sports or activism, women and girls throughout history ... + Read More
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Series: Something Happened to Ali Greenleaf Hardcover Hayley Krischer 9780593114117 $24.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14 Oct 06, 2020

“Ali Greenleaf’s story is complex and beautifully told; full of fury, heartbreak, and hope.”—Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces and How to Make Friends With the DarkAli Greenleaf and Blythe Jensen couldn’t be more different.Ali is sweet, bitingly funny, and just a little naive. Blythe is beautiful, terrifying, and the most popular girl in school. They’ve never even talked to each other, until a party when Ali decides she’ll finally make her move on Sean Nessel, her longtime crush and the soccer team’s supersta... + Read More
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Series: Pocket Change Collective Taking on the Plastics Crisis Paperback Hannah Testa 9780593223338 $11.99 YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 13, 2020

Pocket Change Collective was born out of a need for space. Space to think. Space to connect. Space to be yourself. And this is your invitation to join us.“Taking on the Plastics Crisis delivers straightforward advise for getting involved in the global movement to eliminate single-use plastics.”—Booklist, Starred Review“Brief yet inspirational, this story will galvanize youth to use their voices for change.”—Kirkus Reviews“Taking on the Plastics Crisis is a sobering and inspiring read by a brilliant young change maker. Now is the time for all of... + Read More
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Series: The Very Hungry Caterpillar's 8 Nights of Chanukah Board book Eric Carle 9780593226087 $13.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 1 - 3 Oct 13, 2020

Celebrate Chanukah with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!Light the menorah, spin the dreidel, sing songs, and so much more in this sweet board book! This festive counting story makes for a fine holiday gift for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, all while introducing young readers to the wonderful traditions of Chanukah.
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Series: Oh, The Things We're For! Hardcover Innosanto Nagara 9781644210147 $23.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

A new book by the author of A is for Activist is a rhyming, boldly illustrated vision of a better world.When you go to a marchAnd raise your sign highYou’ll make people smilewho thought you were shyAnd you’ll make people wonder, does that kid really know why?You DO know of courseThat’s why you are thereYou’re there to say STOP!What’s happening’s not fairThen they say, we know what you’re againstEnd poverty stop war…But okay then what are you for?Oh! What are we for! That’s my favorite questionAnd I’m sure it’s yours tooBecause you pay attention... + Read More
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Series: Stand Up! Speak Up! A Story Inspired by the Climate Change Revolution Hardcover Andrew Joyner 9780593301586 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Oct 06, 2020

From a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator, and the creator of The Pink Hat, comes a timely picture book about a young girl’s mission to inspire others to help the planet! Celebrate young climate change activists in this charming story about an empowered girl who shows up, listens up, and ultimately, speaks up to inspire her community to take action against climate change. After attending a climate march, a young activist is motivated to make an effort and do her part to help the planet…by organizing volunteers to work to make green chang... + Read More
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Series: When Life Gives You Mangos Hardcover Kereen Getten 9780593173978 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 20, 2020

Named to Oprah Magazine’s Best Caribbean Books for Your 2021 reading list, imagination and adventure run wild in the most talked about middle grade debut of the year! A small village on a Jamaican island. A girl who doesn’t remember the previous summer. A best friend who is no longer acting like one; a new girl who fills that hole in her heart. A summer of finding fallen mangos, creating made up games and dancing in the rain. Secrets she keeps from others…and herself. The courage to face the truth even in the toughest of storms. Insp... + Read More