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Series: A Long Walk to Water Based on a True Story Paperback Linda Sue Park 9780547577319 $10.99 Age (years) from 10 - 12 Oct 04, 2011

Cherished by millions of readers, this #1 New York Times bestselling novel is a powerful tale of perseverance and hope. Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park interweaves the stories of two Sudanese children who overcome mortal dangers to improve their lives and the lives of others.A Long Walk to Water begins as two stories, told in alternating sections, about two eleven-year-olds in Sudan, a girl in 2008 and a boy in 1985. The girl, Nya, is fetching water from a pond that is two hours’ walk from her home: she makes two trips to the pond every day. Th... + Read More
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Series: A Click Graphic Novel Act Paperback Kayla Miller 9780358206354 $18.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Jul 21, 2020

Act is the funny and honest follow-up to the middle school graphic novel sensations Click and Camp. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier, Shannon Hale, and Victoria Jamieson. How do you know when the person who can make the difference . . . is you? Olive is excited to start sixth grade: new teachers, new experiences, and a field trip to the big city with her best buds! But when Olive finds out that a school policy is keeping some kids from going on the trip, she decides to act. She's prepared to do whatever it takes to be heard—even if it ... + Read More
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Series: All the Lovely Bad Ones A Ghost Story Paperback Mary Downing Hahn 9780547248783 $9.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Aug 17, 2009

Master storyteller Mary Downing Hahn tells the eerie tale of a mischievous brother and sister who pretend their grandmother's Vermont inn is haunted and awaken the real spirits who inhabit the place. Travis and his sister, Corey, can't resist a good trick. When they learn that their grandmother's quiet Vermont inn, where they're spending the summer, has a history of ghost sightings, they decide to do a little "haunting" of their own. Before long, their supernatural pranks have tourists flocking to the inn, and business booms. But Travis and Cor... + Read More
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Series: Because Your Daddy Loves You Paperback Andrew Clements 9780547237640 $10.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 May 04, 2009

This spot-on pairing of words and images is a warm, reassuring, and humorous tribute to dads everywhere.A day spent with a young child at the beach is filled with many minor dramas—a lost shoe, a ball that floats too far out into the water, a drippy ice-cream cone.These can be frustrating events for both child and parent, but the daddy in this book finds a way to fix each problem, lovingly and patiently. Why? Because he loves his little girl, of course!The classic Because Your Daddy Loves You makes the perfect gift—whether you're celebrating Fa... + Read More
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Series: The World of Click Besties: Work It Out Paperback Kayla Miller 9780358561910 $18.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 19, 2021

A fun and fresh graphic-novel series spin-off of the New York Times bestselling Click books, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! When the girls land a lucrative dogsitting gig, they're sure that fame, fortune, and popularity can't be far behind, but nothing can prepare them for the mishap that throws their business plan—and friendship—into chaos!Meet Beth and Chanda, two stylish best friends on their way to building their fashion empire! An unexpected business opportunity presents itself when the girls are asked to dogsit at Ms. L... + Read More
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Series: The Crossover Series Booked Hardcover Kwame Alexander 9780544570986 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 - 12 Apr 05, 2016

In this electrifying follow-up to Kwame Alexander's Newbery winner The Crossover, soccer, family, love, and friendship take center stage. A New York Times bestseller and National Book Award Longlist nominee.Twelve-year-old Nick learns the power of words as he wrestles with problems at home, stands up to a bully, and tries to impress the girl of his dreams. Helping him along are his best friend and sometimes teammate Coby, and The Mac, a rapping librarian who gives Nick inspiring books to read. This electric and heartfelt novel-in-verse bends a... + Read More
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Series: A Click Graphic Novel Camp Paperback Kayla Miller 9781328530820 $18.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Apr 23, 2019

From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Kayla Miller comes a graphic novel about venturing off to summer camp for the first time and stepping out of one's comfort zone, navigating new experiences, and the satisfaction of blazing your own trails.Olive and Willow are happy campers!Or are they? Olive is sure she’ll have the best time at summer camp with her friend Willow – but while Olive makes quick friends with the other campers, Willow struggles to form connections and latches on to the only person she knows – Olive. It’s s’more th... + Read More
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Series: A Click Graphic Novel Clash Paperback Kayla Miller 9780358242192 $18.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Jul 20, 2021

Kayla Miller, the New York Times best-selling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, and Act, returns with the next chapter of Olive's story, tackling new friendships, middle school conflicts, and the importance of empathy. Olive, meet Natasha. There’s a new kid in town! From the moment Natasha sets foot in class, it’s clear she’s one of the coolest kids in sixth grade. Everyone wants to be her friend, including Olive . . . but things might not be so easy. Olive tries her best to befriend Nat, but it seems like the only thing they have in com... + Read More
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Series: A Click Graphic Novel Click Paperback Kayla Miller 9781328911124 $18.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Jan 08, 2019

From The New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Kayla Miller comes a graphic novel about friendship and finding where you "click" in middle school, perfect for fans of Smile and Real Friends. Olive wants to get in on the act . . . . . . Any act! Olive “clicks” with everyone in the fifth grade—until one day she doesn’t. When a school variety show leaves Olive stranded without an act to join, she begins to panic, wondering why all her friends have already formed their own groups . . . without her. With the performance drawing closer by th... + Read More
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Series: Curious George Curious George Paperback H. A. Rey 9780395150238 $11.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Mar 15, 1973

The first story about George, the curious little monkey who's delighted generations of readers. In this book, George meets his friend, the man with the yellow hat, and begins the life of mischief and adventure so beloved by generations of readers. The inspiration for television, films, and hundreds of books, Curious George is a mainstay of children's picture books. The animated series Curious George is available to watch on Peacock, NBC Universal’s streaming platform.
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Series: Curious George Curious George and the Birthday Surprise Paperback H. A. Rey 9780618346875 $5.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7 Sep 22, 2003

George is curious about the party supplies he finds around his house. It must be a birthday! But whose? When the man with the yellow hat tells George that he is planning a surprise, of course George is curious. Before long George finds a hat, noisemakers, decorations, and games. It must be a birthday! But whose birthday is it? That’s the surprise! This paperback edition now includes a maze and a birthday vocabulary seek-and-find.
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Series: Curious George Curious George Stories to Share Hardcover H. A. Rey 9780547595290 $15.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7 Sep 06, 2011

Eight exciting stories about Curious George in a jam-packed treasury. A new paper-over-board treasury of Curious George adventures! Sales of the individual books exceed 1.8 million copies! This value-priced offering includes $32.00 worth of books for $10.99. Enjoy these popular titles: Curious George and the Firefighters, Curious George at the Aquarium, Curious George’s Dinosaur Discovery, Curious George at the Baseball Game, Curious George at the Parade, Curious George’s First Day of School, Curious George and the Pizza Party, and Curious Geor... + Read More
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Series: Curious George Curious George What Do You See? (CGTV Board Book) Board book H. A. Rey 9780547182636 $8.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Jun 29, 2009

Showcasing George, the Man With the Yellow Hat, and lots of their furry friends, this book points out and labels body parts like hair (under the yellow hat), nose (a bunny sniffs), ear (a cat washes up), tongue (doggy takes a drink) and eyes (George can see you!). With a bright, shiny mirror on each spread, this book is a nice new additon to a line of toddler concept board books. Other titles include Curious George Color Fun, Curious George Before and After, Curious George Bigger and Smaller, Curious George Shapes, Curious George Seasons, and ... + Read More
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Series: Curious George Curious George's First Day of School Paperback H. A. Rey 9780618605644 $5.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Aug 01, 2005

George is excited to start his first day of school! There are so many new lessons for a curious little monkey to learn....It’s the first day of school, and George has been invited to Mr. Apple’s class to be a special helper. George is just the right monkey for the job—that is, until he starts to make his usual mischief.A mixture of red and yellow paint makes orange . . . a mixture of yellow and blue makes green . . . and a mixture of all the paint colors makes a big mess! After a speedy adventure up and down the halls of the school, George and ... + Read More
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Series: Deep and Dark and Dangerous A Ghost Story Paperback Mary Downing Hahn 9780547076454 $9.99 Age (years) from 10 - 12 Aug 04, 2008

Mary Downing Hahn is at her chilling best in this supernatural tale, where the long-buried secret of a young girl's death in a canoe accident relentlessly makes its way to the surface of an idyllic vacation. A family secret is at the root of Mary Downing Hahn's story of supernatural events in Maine. Thirteen-year-old Ali is eager to spend her vacation with Aunt Dulcie, helping to care for her little niece, Emma, in the lake house where Dulcie and Claire, Ali's mother, spent summers. Claire, who is phobic about water, is dead set against her goi... + Read More
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Series: A Five Little Monkeys Story Five Little Monkeys Jump in the Bath Board book Eileen Christelow 9780547875279 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Oct 09, 2012

The bestselling Five Little Monkeys are getting into trouble yet again—this time while taking a bath! When five little monkeys eat some ice cream and play in the mud, they become icky, sticky monkeys . . . and Mama says it’s time for a bath! But even after those silly little monkeys scrub themselves clean, they find a way to get mucky all over again.Your little monkey will giggle over the wild monkey antics, rhyming refrains, and expressive, up-close monkey art in this board book.This enormously popular series includes:Five Little Monkeys Bake ... + Read More
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Series: A Five Little Monkeys Story Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed Padded Board Book Board book Eileen Christelow 9780547510750 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Apr 04, 2017

Their teeth are brushed, their pajamas are on, and as soon as they say good night to Mama, the five little monkeys start to jump on their bed! But trouble awaits as, one by one, they fall off and bump their heads! The uproarious rhyme is brought to life in this family favorite. With its mischievous illustrations and surprising twist, this contemporary classic is a beautiful book to give as a gift or add to a home library. This padded board book is perfect for sharing with your little monkeys.Little ones will love giggling along with those naugh... + Read More
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Series: A Five Little Monkeys Story Five Little Monkeys Storybook Treasury Hardcover Eileen Christelow 9780547238739 $18.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7 Aug 17, 2009

A super collection of Five Little Monkeys stories to treasure . . . along with a drawing lesson from the author, musical notation, and more than 100 adorable stickers!This treasury features a special introduction and five full-length picture books—Five Little Monkeys Jumping on a Bed, Five Little Monkeys Bake a Cake, Five Little Monkeys Sitting in a Tree, Five Little Monkeys with Nothing to Do, and Five Little Monkeys Wash the Car—as well as a lesson on how to draw your own fabulous monkeys. It’s the perfect addition to any child’s classic library.
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Series: Giver Quartet Gathering Blue Paperback Lois Lowry 9780547904146 $12.50 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Mar 05, 2013

The second book in Lois Lowry's Giver Quartet, which began with the bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning The Giver.Left orphaned and physically flawed in a civilization that shuns and discards the weak, Kira faces a frighteningly uncertain future.Her neighbors are hostile, and no one but a small boy offers to help. When she is summoned to judgment by The Council of Guardians, Kira prepares to fight for her life.But the Council, to her surprise, has plans for her. Blessed with an almost magical talent that keeps her alive, the young girl faces ... + Read More
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Series: Good Night, Little Blue Truck Hardcover Alice Schertle 9781328852137 $21.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Oct 15, 2019

Say good night with Little Blue Truck and friends as they prepare for bed in this #1 New York Times bestseller!Beep! Beep! Beep! It’s time for sleep. A storm is brewing, and Little Blue Truck and his good friend Toad are hurrying home for bed. But who can sleep with all that racket?It’s not long before other friends show up seeking safety from the storm. Thunder and lightning sure can be scary, but it’s easy to be brave together. When the clouds roll on and the sky is clear, it’s all aboard for a bedtime ride! Beep! Beep! Shhh . . .The millions... + Read More
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Series: Gossie & Friends Gossie Board Book Board book Olivier Dunrea 9780618747917 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7 Feb 12, 2007

The first book in the preschool-perfect Gossie & Friends series by Olivier Dunrea about a small yellow gosling who goes looking for her missing boots and finds a new friend.Gossie is a small yellow gosling who loves to wear bright red boots—every day. But one morning she can't find them!This sweet story models social-emotional growth for the youngest children using simple language and adorable illustrations of baby farm animals. A family library essential that makes a perfect gift for babies and toddlers.
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Series: Graceling Realm Graceling Paperback Kristin Cashore 9780547258300 $18.99 Age (years) from 12 Sep 07, 2009

Discover the Graceling Realm in this unforgettable, award-winning novel from bestselling author Kristin Cashore.A New York Times bestseller * ALA Best Book for Young Adults * Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Children's Literature Winner * Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Booklist, and BCCB Best Book of the Year“Rageful, exhilarating, wistful in turns" (New York Times Book Review) with “a knee weakening romance” (Los Angeles Times). Graceling is a thrilling, action-packed fantasy adventure that will resonate deeply with anyone trying to fi... + Read More
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Series: How I Became a Pirate Hardcover Melinda Long 9780152018481 $23.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Sep 01, 2003

In this New York Times bestseller illustrated by Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator David Shannon, a boy sets off on a pirate adventure—with surprising results!When Braid Beard’s pirate crew invites Jeremy Jacob to join their voyage, he jumps right on board. Buried treasure, sea chanteys, pirate curses—who wouldn’t go along?Soon Jeremy Jacob knows all about being a pirate. He throws his food across the table and his manners to the wind. He hollers like thunder and laughs off bedtime. It’s the heave-ho, blow-the-man-down, very best time of his ... + Read More
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Series: I Like Myself! Board Book Board book Karen Beaumont 9780544641013 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 4 Apr 05, 2016

Exuberant rhymes and wild illustrations celebrate self-acceptance and self-love, from the New York Times bestselling creators of I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate everything about themselves—inside and out. Messy hair? Beaver breath? So what!Here's a little girl who knows what really matters. At once silly and serious, Karen Beaumont's joyous rhyming text and David Catrow's vibrant illustrations unite in a book that is sassy, soulful . . . and straight from the hea... + Read More
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Series: Island of the Blue Dolphins A Newbery Award Winner Paperback Scott O'Dell 9780547328614 $10.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Feb 08, 2010

Scott O’Dell's Newbery Medal-winning classic is a gripping tale of survival, strength, and courage. Based on the true story of a Nicoleño Indian girl living alone on an island off the coast of California, Island of the Blue Dolphins has captivated readers for generations.On San Nicolas Island, dolphins flash in the surrounding blue waters, sea otter play in the vast kelp beds, and sea elephants loll on the stony beaches. Here, in the early 1800s, a girl named Karana spent eighteen years alone.Karana had to contend with the ferocious pack of wil... + Read More
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Series: Leaf Man Hardcover Lois Ehlert 9780152053048 $27.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Sep 01, 2005

Ride the wind and drift east with Leaf Man in this autumnal classic by Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert, perfect for young readers returning to school in the fall.Fall has come, the wind is gusting, and Leaf Man is on the move. Is he drifting east, over the marsh and ducks and geese? Or is he heading west, above the orchards, prairie meadows, and spotted cows?No one's quite sure, but this much is certain: A Leaf Man's got to go where the wind blows.Ehlert crafts each illustration out of actual fall leaves on every spread t... + Read More
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Series: Life As We Knew It Series Life as We Knew It Paperback Susan Beth Pfeffer 9780152061548 $12.50 Age (years) from 12 May 01, 2008

New York Times bestseller! A heart-stopping post-apocalyptic thriller that's "absorbing from first to last page."*When a meteor knocks the moon closer to earth, Miranda, a high school sophomore, takes shelter with her family.Told in a year’s worth of journal entries, Life as We Knew It chronicles the human struggle to hold on to the most important resource of all—hope—in an increasingly desperate and unfamiliar world.As August turns dark and wintery in northeastern Pennsylvania, Miranda, her two brothers, and their mother retreat to the unexpec... + Read More
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Series: Little Blue Truck Little Blue Truck Board Book Illustrated by Jill McElmurry Board book Alice Schertle 9780547248288 $9.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 Sep 24, 2009

Beep! Beep! Beep! Meet Blue. A muddy country road is no match for this little pick up--that is, until he gets stuck while pushing a dump truck out of the muck. Luckily, Blue has made a pack of farm animal friends along his route. And they're willing to do whatever it takes to get their pal back on the road.Filled with truck sounds and animals noises, here is a rollicking homage to the power of friendship and the rewards of helping others.
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Series: Little Blue Truck Leads the Way Board Book Board book Alice Schertle 9780544568051 $12.99 Age (years) from 0 - 3 Jul 07, 2015

The #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck finds his way out of a jam on a trip to the city.The big city sure is a speedy, noisy place for a country truck like Blue. Everywhere Blue looks, he sees buses, police cars, taxis, vans, a street sweeper, and even the mayor’s limousine. Zooom! Wooeeee . . . ! "Make Way!"With everyone pushing to be first, soon there’s a giant traffic jam! But even a wrangle-tangle is no match for Little Blue Truck, who comes to the rescue in true Blue style.Brimming with bright colors, sounds, and city energy, ... + Read More
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Series: Little Blue Truck's Beep-Along Book Board book Alice Schertle 9780544568129 $21.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Aug 18, 2015

If you're happy and you know it, beep along! With this new take on the classic sing-along song, kids can interact with their favorite Little Blue Truck and beep his horn while they visit with all his farm animal friends. Colorful illustrations, bouncy rhyme, and a cuddly truck with built-in squeaker make this a perfect interactive choice for play time and story time.
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Series: Little Blue Truck's Christmas A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids Hardcover Alice Schertle 9780544320413 $21.00 Age (years) from 0 - 3 Sep 23, 2014

Celebrate Christmas with the #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck in a light-up novelty book that's the perfect gift for the holiday season.It's the most wonderful time of the year! Little Blue Truck is spreading cheer by delivering Christmas trees to his animal friends. Can you help count each green tree from one to five and back again? Don’t forget to save one for Blue! Beep! Beep!With the gentle rhythm and signature illustration style that made Little Blue Truck a household name, Blue's snowy adventure is full of holiday warmth. S... + Read More
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Series: Lyle the Crocodile Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Hardcover Bernard Waber 9780395169957 $23.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Sep 20, 2022

Everyone in the neighborhood loves Lyle the crocodile—except for a cranky neighbor and his nervous cat! Can lovable Lyle make everything right with his grumpy neighbors? A beloved classic read-aloud—now a major motion picture!Lyle the crocodile lives in a house on East 88th Street in New York City. Lyle enjoys helping the Primm family with everyday chores, and playing with the neighborhood kids.He’s the happiest crocodile any home ever had…until one neighbor insists that Lyle belongs in a zoo! Mr. Grumps and his cat, Loretta, don't like crocodi... + Read More
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Series: Lyle the Crocodile Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Storybook Treasury Hardcover Bernard Waber 9780547516189 $16.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Mar 06, 2012

Every home should have a crocodile! This hardcover storybook featuring four complete beloved Lyle books makes a great gift.Splish, splash. Over fifty years ago, the Primms moved into the house on East 88th Street and found a crocodile soaking in the bathtub. Since then, Lyle has won the hearts of all he meets.This collection features an introduction by Bernard Waber, Lyle’s creator and four complete books:The House on East 88th StreetLyle, Lyle, CrocodileLyle and the Birthday PartyLyle Walks the Dogs
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Series: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile: Lyle Walks the Dogs Hardcover Bernard Waber 9780547223230 $25.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 7 May 03, 2010

Praise for previous Lyle, Lyle Crocodile books:"[T]he happiest of creations by a talented and original artist." —Chicago Tribune "America’s favorite reptile." —Booklist Lyle the crocodile has a new job walking dogs. As Lyle’s excellent reputation as a dog walker spreads, the number of dogs in his charge grows—from one dog to ten! Whether they’re frisky or happy, sniffy or snappy, Lyle must get them all walking together in harmony. But never fear—Lyle's winning smile and gentle ways will always save the doggie day! Young children will enjoy... + Read More
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Series: Mary Poppins Mary Poppins Paperback P. L. Travers 9780544439566 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 - 12 May 05, 2015

This classic novel continues to enchant readers of all ages! A day with Mary Poppins is a day of magic and make-believe come to life.From the moment Mary Poppins arrives at Number Seventeen Cherry-Tree Lane, everyday life at the Banks house is forever changed.It all starts when Mary Poppins is blown by the east wind onto the doorstep of the Banks house. She becomes a most unusual nanny to Jane, Michael, and the twins.Who else but Mary Poppins can slide up banisters, pull an entire armchair out of an empty carpetbag, and make a dose of medicine ... + Read More
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Series: Giver Quartet Messenger Paperback Lois Lowry 9781328466204 $12.50 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 02, 2018

The third book in Lois Lowry's Giver Quartet, which began with the bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning The Giver.Trouble is brewing in Village. Once a utopian community that prided itself on welcoming strangers, Village will soon be cut off to all outsiders.As one of the few able to traverse the forbidding Forest, Matty must deliver the message of Village’s closing and try to convince Seer’s daughter Kira to return with him before it’s too late. But Forest is now hostile to Matty as well. Now he must risk everything to fight his way through i... + Read More
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Series: Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel Paperback Virginia Lee Burton 9780395259399 $11.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Oct 12, 1977

A modern classic that no child should miss. Since it was first published in 1939, Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel has delighted generations of children.Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers.But with progress come new machines, and soon the inseparable duo are out of work. Mike believes that Mary Anne can dig as much in a day as one hundred men can dig in a week, and the two have one last chance to prove it and save ... + Read More
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Series: Miss Nelson Is Missing! Paperback Harry G. Allard Jr. 9780395401460 $10.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Oct 28, 1985

The classic, hilarious story of a misbehaving class, their sweet teacher, and the legendary substitute teacher who restores order in their chaotic classroom.Miss Nelson's class always acts up—especially when their teacher is absent from school! But after a week with their strict substitute, Viola Swamp, the kids can't wait for Miss Nelson to come back.Full of tongue-in-cheek humor and James Marshall’s simply silly illustrations, this is the ultimate back-to-school book or teacher gift: Accept no substitute!Plus don't miss the companion books: M... + Read More
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Series: Number the Stars A Newbery Award Winner Paperback Lois Lowry 9780547577098 $10.99 Age (years) from 10 - 12 May 02, 2011

The unforgettable Newbery Medal–winning novel from Lois Lowry. As the German troops begin their campaign to "relocate" all the Jews of Denmark, Annemarie Johansen’s family takes in Annemarie’s best friend, Ellen Rosen, and conceals her as part of the family.Through the eyes of ten-year-old Annemarie, we watch as the Danish Resistance smuggles almost the entire Jewish population of Denmark, nearly seven thousand people, across the sea to Sweden. The heroism of an entire nation reminds us that there was pride and human decency in the world even d... + Read More
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Series: Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids Hardcover Chris Van Allsburg 9780544580145 $24.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Sep 15, 2015

This beautiful hardcover edition of The Polar Express is the perfect gift for all those—of any age—who believe, come Christmas Eve, that they too will hear the sweet sound of a reindeer’s silver bell. This edition includes a keepsake ornament.A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole . . .Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a barren desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the huge city standing alone at the top of the world, where the boy will make his Christmas ... + Read More
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Series: Pretzel Paperback Margret Rey 9780395837337 $11.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Aug 25, 1997

From the creators of Curious George, this is the happily-ever-after story of Pretzel, the longest dachshund in the world, and the lengths he goes for puppy love. The inspiration for Pretzel and the Puppies, streaming on Apple TV+.One morning in May five little dachshunds are born. One grows up to be the longest of all! Pretzel easily wins a blue ribbon at the dog show and the admiration of everyone—everyone except Greta, the little dachshund across the street, who doesn't care for long dogs. But Pretzel is able to use his unique gift to win Gre... + Read More
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Series: Pretzel and the Puppies Hardcover H. A. Rey 9780358468264 $24.99 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Mar 01, 2022

From the creators of Curious George, this rediscovered 1946 picture book about a family of dachshunds features newly remastered art. The inspiration for Pretzel and the Puppies, streaming on Apple TV+.In Margret and H. A. Rey’s Pretzel, we met the world’s longest dachshund and his wife, Greta. This book picks up where Pretzel left off, after the birth of their five adorable puppies.In collected comic strips, the Reys explore the drama and comedy of life as a family of seven, and what it means to have a daddy who’s sometimes as silly as he is long!
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Series: The Crossover Series Rebound Hardcover Kwame Alexander 9780544868137 $24.99 Age (years) from 10 - 12 Apr 02, 2018

From the New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander comes Rebound, the dynamic prequel to his Newbery Award–winning novel in verse, The Crossover. Before Josh and Jordan Bell were streaking up and down the court, their father was learning his own moves. Chuck Bell takes center stage as readers get a glimpse of his childhood and how he became the jazz music worshiping, basketball star his sons look up to.A novel in verse with all the impact and rhythm readers have come to expect from Kwame Alexander, Rebound goes back in time to visit the... + Read More
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Series: Sheep in a Jeep Sheep in a Jeep Paperback Nancy E. Shaw 9780395470305 $8.50 Age (years) from 4 - 7 Oct 24, 1988

"A rollicking, simple story that never loses its bounce" —Boston GlobeHere they come, a flock of rollicking sheep in their sturdy red jeep. Will their outing be a success?Jeep goes splash! Jeep goes thud! Jeep goes deep in gooey mud! Here is a lively, funny tale, perfect for reading aloud. The youngest lap sitters will quickly learn to chant along with the reader as the brisk story unfolds, and they'll delight in the colorful portrayal of the hapless sheep.This proven winner for sharing and circle time will have your little ones giggling along.... + Read More
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Series: Giver Quartet Son Paperback Lois Lowry 9780544336254 $12.50 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 May 06, 2014

The thrilling and long-awaited conclusion to the Newbery Medal–winning Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry.They called her Water Claire. When she washed up on their shore, no one knew that she came from a society where emotions and colors didn’t exist.That she had become a Vessel at age thirteen. That she had carried a Product at age fourteen. That it had been stolen from her body. Claire had a son. But what became of him she never knew. What was his name? Was he even alive? She was supposed to forget him, but that was impossible.Now Claire will stop a... + Read More
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Series: Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes Padded Board Book Board book Mem Fox 9780547366203 $10.50 Age (years) from 0 - 3 Aug 23, 2010

From two of the most gifted picture-book creators of our time, here is a celebration of baby fingers, baby toes, and the joy they—and the babies they belong to—bring to everyone, everywhere, all over the world!This is a gorgeously simple picture book for very young children, and once you finish the rhythmic, rhyming text, all you’ll want to do is go back to the beginning . . . and read it again! This padded board book is perfect for the little ones.The luminous watercolor illustrations of these roly-poly little ones from a variety of background... + Read More
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Series: The Crossover Series The Crossover A Newbery Award Winner Hardcover Kwame Alexander 9780544107717 $21.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Mar 18, 2014

The Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award–winning middle grade bestseller! Basketball and heartache share the court in this slam-dunk novel in verse.“With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . . The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all that quivering. ’Cuz tonight I’m delivering,” raps twelve-year-old Josh Bell. Thanks to their dad, he and his twin brother, Jordan, are kings on the court. But Josh has more than basketball in his blood—he’s got mad beats, too, which help him find his rhythm when it’s all on the line.In this fast... + Read More
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Series: The Crossover Series The Crossover Graphic Novel Paperback Kwame Alexander 9781328575494 $15.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 24, 2019

Kwame Alexander’s New York Times bestseller and Newbery Medal–winning The Crossover is vividly brought to life as a graphic novel with stunning illustrations by star talent Dawud Anyabwile. New York Times Bestseller · Newbery Medal Winner · Coretta Scott King Honor Award · 2015 YALSA Top Ten Best Fiction for Young Adults · 2015 YALSA Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers · Publishers Weekly Best Book · School Library Journal Best Book · Kirkus Best Book“A beautifully measured novel of life and line.” —New York Times Book ReviewThe Cross... + Read More
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Series: The Doll in the Garden A Ghost Story Paperback Mary Downing Hahn 9780618873159 $11.99 Age (years) from 6 - 9 Jun 18, 2007

From ghost story master Mary Downing Hahn, the haunting tale of a mysterious doll discovered in a young girl's garden, and its owner, a girl from seventy years in the past, who wants it back. A suspenseful story of unexpected connections between present and past. Ashley and her mother need their new apartment to work out, but everything Ashley does seems to upset the irritable and unforgiving landlady. When Ashley makes friends with the girl next door, Kristi, they uncover a wooden box containing a well-loved turn-of-the-century doll. Ashley wa... + Read More
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Series: Giver Quartet The Giver A Newbery Award Winner Paperback Lois Lowry 9780544336261 $12.50 Age (years) from 12 Jul 01, 2014

In Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community.Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. Everyone is the same. Except Jonas.Not until he is given his life assig... + Read More
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Series: Giver Quartet The Giver Graphic Novel Paperback Lois Lowry 9781328575487 $15.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Apr 07, 2020

The Giver is a modern classic and one of the most influential books of our time. Now in graphic novel format, Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal–winning classic story of a young boy discovering the dark secrets behind his seemingly ideal world is accompanied by renowned artist P. Craig Russell’s beautifully haunting illustrations. Placed on countless reading lists, translated into more than forty languages, and made into a feature film, The Giver is the first book in the Giver Quartet, which also includes Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son. In th... + Read More
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Series: Giver Quartet The Giver Quartet Omnibus Hardcover Lois Lowry 9780544340978 $42.99 Age (years) from 12 Jul 01, 2014

This omnibus edition contains Lois Lowry's Newbery Medal-winning The Giver plus the acclaimed three companion books in the series.This first-ever Lois Lowry single-volume collection includes unabridged editions of the complete Giver Quartet series: The Giver, Gathering Blue, Messenger, and Son.Enter this dystopian, futuristic world through all four of these books on a page-turning dystopian journey. An affordable addition to the shelves of fans and collectors alike.The Giver has become one of the most influential novels of our time. Don't miss ... + Read More
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Series: The Goodnight Train The Goodnight Train Board Book Board book June Sobel 9780547718989 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Jun 19, 2012

All aboard! The sun is down...the Goodnight Train is leaving town!Join the many parents and caregivers who enjoy reading The Goodnight Train again and again and have responded with thousands of 5-star reviews. This is a fun and effective bedtime book that both adults and kids love.Roll that corner, rock that curve, and soar past mermaids, leaping sheep, and even ice-cream clouds...With soothing, lyrical words and magical illustrations, this picture book presents a nighttime fantasy that's guaranteed to make even the most resistant sleeper snugg... + Read More
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Series: The Hundred Dresses Paperback Eleanor Estes 9780152052607 $10.99 Age (years) from 6 - 9 Sep 01, 2004

This Newbery Honor classic, illustrated by a Caldecott Medalist, is a beautifully written tribute to the power of kindness, acceptance, and standing up for what's right.Wanda Petronski is ridiculed by her classmates for wearing the same faded blue dress every day. She claims she has one hundred dresses at home, but everyone knows she doesn’t. When Wanda is pulled out of school one day, the class feels terrible, and classmate Maddie decides that she is "never going to stand by and say nothing again."A timeless, gentle tale about bullies, bystand... + Read More
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Series: The Lemonade War Series The Lemonade War Paperback Jacqueline Davies 9780547237657 $10.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 11, 2022

Here is a clever blend of humor, math wizardry, and business know-how. As it captures the one-of-a-kind bond between brother and sister, this poignant novel also subtly explores how arguments can escalate beyond anyone’s intent.For a full hour, he poured lemonade. The world is a thirsty place, he thought as he nearly emptied his fourth pitcher of the day. And I am the Lemonade King.Evan Treski is people-smart. He’s good at talking with people, even grownups. His younger sister Jessie, on the other hand, is math-smart—but not especially good at ... + Read More
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Series: The Playbook 52 Rules to Aim, Shoot, and Score in This Game Called Life Hardcover Kwame Alexander 9780544570979 $24.99 Age (years) from 8 - 12 Feb 14, 2017

A companion to the Newbery Medal-winning middle grade novel The Crossover, the basis of the show streaming on Disney+!What can we imagine for our lives? What if we were the star players, moving and grooving through the game of life? What if we had our own rules of the game to help us get what we want, what we aspire to, what will enrich our lives?Illustrated with photographs by Thai Neave, The Playbook is intended to provide inspiration on the court of life. Each rule contains wisdom from inspiring athletes and role models such as Nelson Mandel... + Read More
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Series: The Willoughbys The Willoughbys Hardcover Lois Lowry 9780618979745 $25.99 Age (years) from 6 - 9 Mar 31, 2008

From the New York Times bestselling and two-time Newbery Medal-winning author of The Giver and Number the Stars comes a delightfully tongue-in-cheek story about parents trying to get rid of their four children and the children who are all too happy to lose their beastly parents and be on their own. The Willoughby children—Timothy, twins Barnaby A and Barnaby B, and their sister Jane—are fond all old-fashioned things, but especially old-fashioned adventures. What they aren't fond of, however, are their parents. Truth be told, their parents aren'... + Read More
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Series: Time for Bed Board Book Board book Mem Fox 9780152010669 $8.50 Age (years) from 0 - 4 Apr 04, 2023

Celebrating 30 years of this essential bedtime book for babies and toddlers, this beautiful book is destined to lull wakeful little ones to sleep.An essential bedtime book for babies and toddlers. Soft, cozy illustrations of sleepy baby animals and their soothing parents are accompanied by rhyme destined to lull wakeful little ones to sleep.Darkness is falling everywhere and little ones are getting sleepy, feeling cozy, and being tucked in. Every creature, from mice to sheep, kittens to fish, and especially children will love to snuggle under t... + Read More
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Series: Little Blue Truck Time for School, Little Blue Truck A Back to School Book for Kids Hardcover Alice Schertle 9780358412243 $24.99 Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jun 22, 2021

Ride along to school with the #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck and meet Blue's new friend: a bright yellow school bus. Beep-beep!Little Blue Truck and his good friend Toad are excited to meet a bright yellow school bus on the road. They see all the little animals lined up in the school bus’s many windows, and Blue wishes he could be a school bus too. What a fun job—but much too big for a little pickup like Blue. Or is it? When somebody misses the bus, it’s up to Blue to get his friend to school on time. Beep! Beep! Vroom!Also enj... + Read More
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Series: Wait Till Helen Comes A Ghost Story Paperback Mary Downing Hahn 9780547028644 $9.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 - 12 Apr 21, 2008

Ghost story master Mary Downing Hahn spins a suspenseful yarn about two children who dislike their malicious younger stepsister, Heather—and tensions that escalate when Heather starts talking to a ghost named Helen. In a chilling ghost story that is also an insightful family drama, Molly, 12, and her brother Michael, 10, are wary of their sneaky seven-year-old stepsister, Heather. Ever since they became a blended family, Heather has lied, tattled, and created tension between their parents. Worst of all, Heather claims she has been talking to a ... + Read More