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Series: Star: The Bird Who Inspired MozartHardcover
Mireille Messier9780735266896
$23.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 11, 2022
A chance encounter with a starling inspires Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in this picture book based on a true story.Star: The Bird Who Inspired Mozart is based on the true story of how Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the world’s most remarkable musicians, was inspired by one of the world’s most unremarkable birds: a starling.In this charming picture book, author Mireille Messier tells the story of a very special relationship and how it began: with a chance musical encounter. And Matte Stephens’s playful art captures both the grandeur of 18th century... + Read More
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Series: Well Done, Mommy PenguinHardcover
Chris Haughton9781536228656
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 11, 2022
With his vibrant, stylish art and spot-on visual storytelling, Chris Haughton turns to Antarctica for an irresistible ode to family bonds and awesome moms. “She’ll be back soon, won’t she?” “She sure will,” says Daddy Penguin. The sky may be dark over icy waters, but Mommy Penguin is off to catch some fish for dinner. As Daddy and Little Penguin watch in suspense, Mommy swims, jumps, and climbs up a slippery slope, barely avoiding a plunge back into the sea. Well done! There’s just one more hurdle to overcome, past some grumpy, just-awakened se... + Read More
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Series: SCAREDY SQUIRRELScaredy Squirrel Visits the DoctorHardcover
Melanie Watt9780735269491
$23.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 25, 2022
Scaredy Squirrel is exactly the character kids need today — a little bit anxious, a lot adorable and totally lovable. Join Scaredy on a hilarious adventure as he learns to brave the doctor for a check-up!Scaredy Squirrel keeps himself in peak physical condition. He exercises, eats a balanced diet, sings opera (to keep his lungs in shape, of course) and brushes his teeth. You might think it’s to stay fit, but no — he’d rather keep a healthy distance from the doctor’s office! After all, who’d want to expose themselves to the the aches and pains o... + Read More
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Series: WHO WROTE CLASSICSArthur Who Wrote SherlockHardcover
Linda Bailey9780735269255
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 9
Oct 18, 2022
The adventures of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of the legendary Sherlock Holmes, come to life in this inspiring picture book biography.What if you wrote a story about a detective, and he became the most famous detective ever? Wouldn’t that be wonderful? Or…would it? Arthur has always loved stories. Even as he grew up poor, endured hardships at school and experienced danger on the high seas, Arthur was always thrilled and inspired by stories. Eventually, he writes his own, and after many years of struggle as a writer, he finally finds success... + Read More
NATIONAL BESTSELLERIn the hilarious seventh book of this blockbuster graphic novel series, Narwhal wishes to see a unicorn — and actually becomes one!When Jelly wonders what a unicorn is, Narwhal explains that they’re pretty much narwhals of the land (!) — and then gets carried away with a grand plan to see one. With the help of Star, Narwhal’s wish comes true in the wildest, weirdest way: Narwhal gets some land legs and takes their first step ashore. After some wibble-wobbling and a bit of practice, Narwhal is soon galloping along in search of... + Read More
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Series: Babble!And How Punctuation Saved ItHardcover
Caroline Adderson9780735265837
$19.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7
Oct 25, 2022
A village is torn apart by its residents’ inability to communicate, until a little girl shares the gift of punctuation in this humorous illustrated parable.Chaos reigns in the village of Babble! All day, the residents fight, yell and argue, and no one is heard or understood…until a mysterious little girl arrives and gives the locals something very strange: a period. But what is this thing that looks like a freckle or a spot? The villagers don’t even know how to ask. However, as the girl begins to share more gifts — a question mark, quotation ma... + Read More
The classic nursery rhymes we know and love—upside-down, backward, in gibberish, and fresh out of bounds—as only Jon Scieszka could stage themMother knows best, but sometimes a little nonsense wins the day. Inspired by Dadaism’s rejection of reason and rational thinking, and in cahoots with Blanche Fisher Wright’s The Real Mother Goose, this anthology of absurdity unravels the fabric of classic nursery rhymes and stitches them back together (or not quite together) in every clever way possible. One by one, cherished nursery rhymes—from “Humpty D... + Read More
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Series: THIEVES OF SHADOWSeekers of the FoxThieves of Shadow, Book TwoHardcover
Kevin Sands9780735270442
$23.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10
Oct 18, 2022
A dying friend, a terrible bargain, an underwater quest, and dangerous magic…this thrilling adventure picks up right where Children of the Fox leaves off. Fans of twisty, clever stories like The False Prince and Ocean’s Eleven will love this newest middle-grade series from Kevin Sands, author of the bestselling Blackthorn Key.Rule number one: Never mess with magic. Even so, a life-or-death situation calls for Callan and his criminal friends to make a deal with the Eye—the sinister, sentient artifact they stole from a sorcerer. It’s Lachlan’s li... + Read More
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Series: Strum and DrumA Merry Little QuestHardcover
Jashar Awan9780735272392
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 04, 2022
A pair of Christmas tree ornaments set out on the merry adventure of a lifetime in this imaginative picture book about the inner lives of holiday decorations.All is quiet in the forest as the Great Star rises in the distance, and two little musicians, Strum and Drum, wake up from a deep slumber and set out to make the most joyous music they can! But as Strum strums his guitar and Drum drums her drum on their way to the North, some mysterious obstacles fill their paths…flickering lanterns, bubbles of glass, a silver waterfall, a tiny house, dang... + Read More
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Series: On This AirplaneHardcover
Lourdes Heuer9780735268609
$23.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 04, 2022
A story about coming to a new home and the diverse people you meet on an airplane. For fans of Last Stop on Market Street.On this airplane…Someone travels solo,two travel as one,three returnand four set out.In this simple and moving book, a young family takes a plane to their new home. While onboard, they encounter all the people you meet on a plane: a bookworm, a businessperson, tourists, crying babies and daydreamers  …all with their own stories and all heading somewhere special.
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Series: Little EchoHardcover
Al Rodin9781774880623
$23.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 18, 2022
Little Echo lives alone in a cave until, one day, a chance encounter encourages her to be brave and make a new friend. A gentle story about finding your own voice.Have you ever heard an Echo?They live in lakes and tunnels and caves.But have you ever seen an Echo?Little Echo lives alone in a cave. Shy, she hides away, echoing the noises around her. But Little Echo isn’t just shy — she’s lonely. And when Max comes to the cave one day, in search of treasure, Little Echo starts to discover that maybe she has a voice of her own…
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Series: PuffinHardcover
Martin Jenkins9781536228502
$23.99JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 5 - 7
Oct 25, 2022
Take a first look at this appealing northern bird—and follow one diligent pair as they nurture their new chick.Everyone recognizes the puffin, with its black and white feathers and brightly colored bill. But how does the puffin live? What happens down in its burrow? And how do the male and female share the task of feeding and caring for their young? Discover the intriguing world of this charming bird in a collaboration that pairs Martin Jenkins’s engaging, informative text with the warm energy of Jenni Desmond’s illustrations. Filled with inter... + Read More
A New York Times Bestseller • From world-renowned historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari, the bestselling author of Sapiens, comes an exciting, brand-new illustrated book for middle-grade readers that looks at the epic true story of humankind.“Gripping and thought-provoking.” —New York TimesEven though we’ll never outrun a hungry lion or outswim an angry shark, humans are pretty impressive — and the most dominant species on the planet. So, how did we become “unstoppable”?The answer to that is one of the strangest tales you’ll ever hear. An... + Read More
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Series: A Different Kind of NormalMy Real-Life COMPLETELY True Story About Being UniquePaperback
Abigail Balfe9781774881651
$18.99JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Oct 04, 2022
In this joyfully illustrated memoir, author-illustrator Abigail Balferecounts her journey growing up autistic and the challenges ofnavigating the “normal” world around her.“Hi! My name is Abigail, and I’m autistic. But I didn’t know I was autistic until I was a (kind of) adult. This is my true story of growing up in the confusing ’normal’ world, all the while missing some Very Important Information about myself.”There’ll be scary moments involving toilets and crowded trains,heart-warming tales of cats and pianos, and funny memories including my... + Read More
From the New York Times best-selling author of The Black Friend and a seasoned activist comes an indispensable guide to social and political progressivism for young people and anyone wanting to get more involved.  What is disinformation, and how does it influence our lives? How did the wealth gap become so staggeringly wide? Why do so many Americans lack access to quality health care? And—most importantly—what can we do about it all? Through a combination of personal anecdotes and interviews, authors Frederick Joseph and Porsche Joseph make a ... + Read More
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Series: Green Is for ChristmasHardcover
Drew Daywalt9780593353387
$13.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 18, 2022
In this Christmas story starring the crayons from the #1 New York Times bestseller The Day The Crayons Quit, Green Crayon is certain that he is the only Christmas color in the box. Of course, Red, White, Silver and even Tan have something to say about that…When Green Crayon claims that green is the only color for Christmas, other crayons let him know that there would be no Christmas without them either. No candy canes or Santa without Red, no snow without White, no bells or stars without Silver, and no cookies or reindeer without Tan! The crayo... + Read More
Ring in the holidays with festive search-and-find fun in this Christmas tree-shaped board book perfect for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar!Featuring the classic character The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this cheerful Christmas tree-shaped book is a celebration of the season. See if you can spot The Very Hungry Caterpillar among ornaments, candy canes, gifts, and more! With Eric Carle’s bright, colorful illustrations, this is the perfect addition to every child’s library and a wonderful gift for the holidays!Â
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Series: Busy BettyHardcover
Reese Witherspoon9780593465882
$25.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 04, 2022
A New York Times bestseller!From Academy Award–winning actress, founder, and bestselling author, Reese Witherspoon, comes Busy Betty, a story about a creative, curious, and exuberant young girl who has big plans and an even bigger heart.Busy Betty has always been busy…even when she was just a baby!When Betty gives Frank a big hug, she realizes he needs a bath, PRONTO! Her best friend, Mae, is coming over, and Betty can’t have the smelliest dog in the whole world! But giving Frank a bath is harder than she thought and just when everything seems ... + Read More
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Series: A Scatter of LightHardcover
Malinda Lo9780525555285
$24.99YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14
Oct 04, 2022
Award-winning author Malinda Lo returns to the Bay Area with another masterful coming-of-queer-age story, this time set against the backdrop of the first major Supreme Court decisions legalizing gay marriage. And almost sixty years after the end of Last Night at the Telegraph Club, Lo’s new novel also offers a glimpse into Lily and Kath’s lives since 1955.Aria Tang West was looking forward to a summer on Martha’s Vineyard with her best friends—one last round of sand and sun before college. But after a graduation party goes wrong, Aria’s parents... + Read More
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Series: DK TREASURESThe Secret World of PlantsTales of More Than 100 Remarkable Flowers, Trees, and SeedsHardcover
Ben Hoare9780744059830
$33.99JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 - 9
Oct 11, 2022
Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Discover the secrets of more than 100 amazing plants in this treasury of intriguing flora.Learn how seagrass changes the environment around it, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This book explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals. Plants provide us with food, fuel, and medicine, and wi... + Read More
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Series: A Line in the DarkPaperback
Malinda Lo9780593618394
$15.99YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14
Oct 04, 2022
Poised to be discovered by a fresh generation of readers, Malinda Lo’s twisty queer thriller, A Line in the Dark returns to the shelf with a striking new look.Bestselling author and National Book Award winner Malinda Lo’s A Line in the Dark, was celebrated by critics, who praised it as “riveting” and “an increasingly complex web of secrets, lies, and murder.” In the wake of the huge success of Lo’s Last Night at the Telegraph Club, A Line in the Dark will be reissued in paperback just in time for the publication of her brand new novel. With a s... + Read More
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Series: So, This Is ChristmasPaperback
Tracy Andreen9780593353134
$16.49YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14
Oct 11, 2022
Let It Snow meets Dash and Lily’s Book of Dares in this new small-town Christmas romance.When Finley Brown returned to her hometown of Christmas, Oklahoma, from boarding school, she expected to find it just as she left it. Christmas hasn’t changed much in her sixteen years. But instead she returns to find that her best friend is dating her ex-boyfriend, her parents have separated, and her archnemesis got a job working at her grandmother’s inn. And she certainly didn’t expect to find the boy she may or may not have tricked into believing that Ch... + Read More
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Series: The Bookshop of Dust and DreamsPaperback
Mindy Thompson9780593110393
$12.49JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Oct 25, 2022
This moving story about a magical bookstore explores the way war can shape a family and is perfect for book lovers everywhere, especially fans of Pages & Co., Pax, and Wolf Hollow.It’s 1944 Sutton, NY, and Poppy’s family owns and runs, Rhyme and Reason, a magical bookshop that caters to people from all different places and time periods. Though her world is ravaged by World War II, customers hail from the past and the future, infusing the shop with a delightful mix of ideas and experiences.Poppy dreams of someday becoming shopkeeper like her fat... + Read More
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Series: The Return of the Christmas WitchHardcover
Aubrey Plaza9780593350836
$25.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 - 8
Oct 11, 2022
In the much-anticipated follow-up to the bestselling The Legend of the Christmas Witch, Parks and Recreation star Aubrey Plaza and creative partner Dan Murphy’s fiery heroine has returned…and this time she’s taking on Christmas.By now you’ve heard the legend, all but forgotten, of Santa Claus’s twin sister. Many years ago, this shadowy figure followed in Santa’s footsteps, searching for him while leaving odd gifts of her own. One fateful night, they finally came face-to-face, and she hasn’t been heard from since. Until now…The Christmas Witch h... + Read More
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Series: The Reading Adventure100 Books to Check Out Before You're 12Hardcover
We Need Diverse Books9780744057881
$25.99JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Oct 18, 2022
Discover your next read with this carefully curated list from We Need Diverse Books.Check out 100 must-read books to try before you’re 12! Packed with reviews, recommendations, and exclusive author interviews, The Reading Adventure: 100 Books to Check Out Before You’re 12 will inspire young readers to discover books beyond the curriculum and see themselves on the page. From mystery to autobiography, the book is organized by genre, so you can jump to the section that interests you the most. Each entry has a key theme box so you can immediately s... + Read More
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Series: HERE I COME!Hanukkah, Here I Come!Paperback
D.J. Steinberg9780593094266
$7.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 6
Oct 11, 2022
Celebrate Hanukkah with a collection of funny and festive poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come!“A warm and welcoming Hanukkah story.”–Kirkus ReviewsThe candles are lit and the latkes are frying – Hanukkah is here! Welcome in the holiday with poems – and a sheet of stickers! – from author D. J. Steinberg that highlight the family fun, dizzying dreidels, and mighty Maccabee stories that Hanukkah is sure to bring.
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Series: I'll Be Your Polar BearHardcover
Justin Roberts9780525516392
$23.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5
Oct 18, 2022
From 4-time Grammy nominee Justin Roberts comes a heartfelt picture book about the lengths a father will go to in order to comfort and protect his child.Because you and I,we’re two of a pair:you’re my everything,and I’m your polar bear.On a wintry walk in the twilight, a father and child’s antics come to resemble those of playful polar bears. As they tumble through the snow, explore icy caves, and push against the wind, Dad is a constant source of reassurance, comfort, and even a cozy ride home.Tender illustrations and delicate verse create a p... + Read More
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Series: This Book Is Not a PresentHardcover
Max Greenfield9780593462362
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 18, 2022
A hilarious picture book companion to I Don’t Want to Read This Book by actor Max Greenfield.We all know kids who carry a book everywhere they go. Kids who can’t stop reading, even if it’s long after bedtime. Kids who love nothing more than sitting quietly in the corner, turning page after page…This book is a love letter to all the other kids. The ones who wouldn’t dream of asking for a book as a present. The ones who unwrap the box hoping to find anything—a dog, a skateboard, even socks—besides a book.Packed with clever, fourth-wall-breaking g... + Read More
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Series: When Santa Came to StayHardcover
Billy Sharff9780593325230
$25.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7
Oct 18, 2022
The Grinch meets Snowmen at Christmas in this rollicking, rhyming picture book that answers the question, Why can’t Christmas last all year?What happens when your Christmas cookies are too good? Santa comes…to stay! At first, it’s fantastic: treats and toys and reindeer flights every day. Then Mrs. Claus arrives. And Baby Claus. And before long, the Easter Bunny and her babies Chuck and Puck and Luck and Duck and…you get the picture. By the time the Fourth of July rolls around, everyone’s had a bit too much eggnog in their cereal and confetti i... + Read More
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Series: BLUEYBluey: At Home with the HeelersBoard book
Penguin Young Readers Licenses9780593521151
$11.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 1 - 3
Oct 04, 2022
Meet Bluey and the Heeler family in this adorable shaped board book!Based on the wildly successful animated series Bluey, as seen on Disney+ Â Spend the day with Bluey, Bingo, and their parents in their home! Play Hairdresser with Bluey, Rug Island with Bingo, and more in this colorful shaped board book.Series Overview: Bluey follows the adventures of a lovable and inexhaustible six-year-old Blue Heeler puppy who lives with her Dad, Mum, and four-year-old little sister, Bingo. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world a... + Read More
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Series: The Mermaid MoonHardcover
Briony May Smith9781984896568
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 04, 2022
In this magical picture book perfect for all young mermaid lovers, two best friends—one who lives on land, the other in the water—share an exciting adventure on the night of the Mermaid Moon: the one time each year mermaids can leave the sea.Once, there were two best friends. One was from the sea, a mermaid named Merrin, and one was from the land, a human named Molly. Of course Merrin has never been to Molly’s house; how can she visit when she must stay underwater? But then comes the night of the Mermaid Moon, when sea creatures can fly through... + Read More
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Series: BISON FAMILY SERIES, THEBlue Bison Needs a HaircutHardcover
Scott Rothman9780593428160
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 18, 2022
Blue Bison tries his best to be patient in this humorous picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald.Blue Bison prides himself on always looking clean and neat. But he has a growing problem—his hair. With the barber shops and just about everywhere else closed, all Blue Bison can do is ram his ramming rock in frustration. Meanwhile, his hair keeps growing. His dad, Brown Bison, encourages him to be patient and wait, and his mom, Burgundy Bison, tries to explain that sometimes you want something that you really don... + Read More
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Series: Calling the WindA Story of Healing and HopeHardcover
Trudy Ludwig9780593426401
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 04, 2022
Inspired by the Wind Telephone in Japan, this poignant story explores the stages of grief, the healing power of hope, and the unbreakable family bonds that connect us all. From the acclaimed author of The Invisible Boy and the award-winning illustrator of One.In a small village in Japan, a family mourns the loss of their loved one. Each family member grieves in their own way, but it is not until they discover an old-fashioned telephone booth on a windswept hill that they begin to heal. Through the telephone, they are able to express feelings lo... + Read More
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Series: So Much SnowHardcover
Kristen Schroeder9780593308202
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 25, 2022
A beautifully illustrated, rollicking read-aloud about forest animals who are caught—literally up to their ears and antlers—in a snowstorm.On Monday, it starts to snow.Silent swirling.How high will it go? Follow seven forest creatures, from a tiny mouse to a giant moose, as they hunker down in a snowstorm. As the week progresses, the snow piles up and up—even past Moose’s antlers! On Sunday, the sun starts to melt the snow, and it seems that, as the next week passes and it grows sunnier, spring has finally sprung. But wait…is that more snow?! T... + Read More
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Series: My Aunt Is a Monster(A Graphic Novel)Paperback
Reimena Yee9781984894182
$18.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Oct 25, 2022
Curses! Adventures! And drama! Oh my! Safia might not be able to see the world, but that doesn’t mean she can’t experience it to the fullest as she finds herself on her very first adventure! This is a contemporary fantasy middle-grade graphic novel about discovering what you are truly capable of.Safia thought that being blind meant she would only get to go on adventures through her audiobooks. This all changes when she goes to live with a distant and mysterious aunt, Lady Whimsy, who takes Safia on the journey of a lifetime!While the reclusive ... + Read More
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Series: The Girl Who Built an OceanAn Artist, an Argonaut, and the True Story of the World's First AquariumHardcover
Jess Keating9780593305119
$24.99JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 25, 2022
The inspiring tale of a seamstress-turned-scientist who invented the world’s first aquarium at a time when women in STEM were startlingly rare.The daughter of a seamstress and a cobbler, Jeanne Villepreux-Power began her career as a dressmaker, sewing beautiful gowns for the Parisian aristocracy. But her heart longed for more, and when she moved to the seaside, she became fascinated by the ocean’s mysteries. She filled her pockets with seashells and specimens, and filled her notebooks with oservations about coral and crustaceans and all manner ... + Read More
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Series: This Story Is Not About a KittenHardcover
Randall de Sève9780593374535
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8
Oct 04, 2022
A heartwarming picture book about a neighborhood coming together to help a kitten find a home, from a New York Times bestselling author and a Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator.Contrary to what you may believe, this story is not about a kitten, hungry and dirty, scared and alone, needing a home. It is also not about the dog who heard the kitten meowing sadly. Even less so about the woman and child walking the dog, who stopped when their dog heard the kitten. Nor is it about the friends who brought a box for the kitten, or the man who offered i... + Read More
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Series: WHERE DO...SERIESWhere Do Diggers Sleep at Night?Paperback
Brianna Caplan Sayres9780593643600
$11.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 18, 2022
Truck-obsessed toddlers will want to make the diggers, tractors, fire engines, and more featured in this fun-filled construction tale part of their nightly bedtime routines!  Discover what bedtime looks like for the snowplows, dump trucks, giant cranes, and more that dot the pages of this irresistible construction story. Just like you and me, the vehicles in this story get tuckered out after a long day of hard work and need to quiet down and settle in for sweet dreams. Young readers will surely identify as these trucks ask for one more story ... + Read More
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Series: DRAGON STORMDragon Storm #3: Ellis and PathseekerPaperback
Alastair Chisholm9780593479605
$9.50JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 10
Oct 25, 2022
Summon the power of a dragon as a young mapmaker finds his way through a maze—and into danger—in this action-packed chapter book fantasy series! Perfect for readers of Dragon Masters and Unicorn Academy!In the kingdom of Rivven, dragons are forbidden. But young Ellis and his dragon Pathseeker are part of a secret league of dragonseers known as the Guild—and they love mazes! Ellis is eager to win Rivven’s tournament of mazes, so he enters the race. But there’s something wrong with the maze and it’s connected to a mysterious girl using dangerous ... + Read More
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Series: STEP INTO READINGHow to Host a SleepoverPaperback
Jean Reagan9780593479209
$7.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 6
Oct 18, 2022
Having your first sleepover can be a lot of fun! But what happens when someone gets homesick?  From the New York Times bestselling creators of How to Babysit a Grandpa comes a sweet Step 2 early reader full of sleepover hijinks and good friends.It’s sleepover time! You have the games, snacks, and activities all planned out. But what do you do when your friend feels homesick? It’s time to get creative and help her feel better. Together, you can have the best sleepover ever. Plus, learn a few tips and tricks from the experts — kids!  This Step In... + Read More
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Series: Maybe An Artist, A Graphic MemoirPaperback
Liz Montague9780593307823
$23.99YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION Age (years) from 12
Oct 18, 2022
A heartfelt and funny graphic novel memoir from one of the first Black female cartoonists to be published in the New Yorker, when she was just 22 years old.When Liz Montague was a senior in college, she wrote to the New Yorker, asking them why they didn’t publish more inclusive comics. The New Yorker wrote back asking if she could recommend any. She responded: yes, me.  Those initial cartoons in the New Yorker led to this memoir of Liz’s youth, from the age of five through college—how she navigated life in her predominantly white New Jersey tow... + Read More
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Series: The Donkey's SongA Christmas Nativity StoryHardcover
Jacki Kellum9780593375051
$24.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7
Oct 18, 2022
Children will experience the first Christmas through new eyes in this heart-tugging story of the Nativity, told by the gentle but determined donkey that carried Jesus’s parents to Bethlehem. It’s a perfect Christmas gift book for snuggling up and sharing.Sleepy but strong, I clip-clopped alongto rest in a stable with straw.The wonder of the first Christmas miracle is movingly told with descriptions of scented pine, warm candlelight, fresh hay, and a “sweet angel sound” as a gentle donkey welcomes the baby Jesus. Each page has adorable, moonlit ... + Read More
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Series: HELLO, WORLD!Hello, World! SnowBoard book
Jill McDonald9780593428252
$11.99JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) to 3
Oct 11, 2022
The hit Hello, World! board book series teaches toddlers all about snow! Includes easy-to-understand facts about chilly weather, snowflakes, storms, snowplows, and winter fun.Young children love to play in the snow. Now Hello, World! can teach them all about winter weather—with colors, shapes, sizes, and super-simple facts. (“Snowflakes come in different shapes, but they all have six sides and six points.”)Told in clear and easy terms and featuring bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning fun for young children. Each page of... + Read More
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Series: Show Us Who You AreHardcover
Elle McNicoll9780593562994
$22.99JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12
Oct 25, 2022
A neurodiverse twelve-year-old girl is shown an amazing new technology that gives her another chance to talk to the best friend she lost. But she soon discovers the corporation behind the science hides dark secrets that only she can expose in this heartwarming and heroic sophomore novel from the award-winning author of A Kind of Spark.A CILIP Carnegie Medal nominee!*“McNicoll writes Adrien and narrator Cora with nuance and verve.” -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review It has never been easy for Cora to make friends. Cora is autistic, and sometimes... + Read More
“Pure jelly-bean-enhanced entertainment and a perfect escape.”—The New York TimesThe Smartest Kid in the Universe goes to genius camp in book two of this action-packed series from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library!Jake McQuade is the Smartest Kid in the Universe and he’s back to defend his title! This time, he is heading off to a camp for geniuses sponsored by billionaire tech mogul and inventor, Zane Zinkle.Genius camp is not like regular camp. There are limo buses, robot polar bears, and high-tec... + Read More