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Series: Goodnight Racism Hardcover Ibram X. Kendi 9780593110515 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 14, 2022

National Book Award–winning and New York Times bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi (How to Be an Antiracist, Antiracist Baby) returns with a new picture book that serves as a modern bedtime classic.As children all over the world get ready for bed, the moon watches over them. The moon knows that when we sleep, we dream. And when we dream, we imagine what is possible and what the world can be.With dynamic, imaginative art and poetic prose, Goodnight Racism delivers important messages about antiracism, justice, and equality in an easy-to-read format... + Read More
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Series: Too Bright to See Paperback Kyle Lukoff 9780593111178 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 Jun 07, 2022

A National Book Award Finalist“A gentle, glowing wonder, full of love and understanding.” –The New York Times Book ReviewIt’s the summer before middle school and eleven-year-old Bug’s best friend Moira has decided the two of them need to use the next few months to prepare. For Moira, this means figuring out the right clothes to wear, learning how to put on makeup, and deciding which boys are cuter in their yearbook photos than in real life. But none of this is all that appealing to Bug, who doesn’t particularly want to spend more time trying to... + Read More
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Series: We Are Inevitable Paperback Gayle Forman 9780425290811 $14.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 14 Jun 07, 2022

“No one writes about love like Gayle Forman. Lose yourself in her passionate mash note to rock music, indie bookstores and best of all, the miracles that can happen when you take chances on other people.” — E. LOCKHART, #1 New York Times bestselling author of We Were Liars and Again AgainA poignant and uplifting novel about the power of community, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of If I Stay.Aaron Stein used to think books were miracles. But not anymore. Even though he spends his days working in his family’s secondhand bookstore, ... + Read More
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Series: Brave Every Day Hardcover Trudy Ludwig 9780593306376 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jun 28, 2022

From social-emotional learning expert Trudy Ludwig and award-winning picture book illustrator Patrice Barton (co-creators of The Invisible Boy) comes a story about managing anxiety and finding the courage to stand up for yourself and others.Most kids love hide-and-seek, but Camila just wants to hide. Hiding is what she does best when she worries, and she worries a LOT.What if…I can’t…I’m scared!A class trip to the aquarium causes her worries to pile up like never before. But when an anxious classmate asks for help, Camila discovers that her hea... + Read More
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Series: Rez Dogs Paperback Joseph Bruchac 9780593326220 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Jun 07, 2022

From the U.S.’s foremost indigenous children’s author comes a middle grade verse novel set during the COVID-19 pandemic, about a Wabanaki girl’s quarantine on her grandparents’ reservation and the local dog that becomes her best friendMalian loves spending time with her grandparents at their home on a Wabanaki reservation. She’s there for a visit when, suddenly, all travel shuts down. There’s a new virus making people sick, and Malian will have to stay with her grandparents for the duration.Everyone is worried about the pandemic, but Malian kno... + Read More
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Series: Magic Tree House (R) Mummies in the Morning Graphic Novel Paperback Mary Pope Osborne 9780593174791 $13.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Jun 28, 2022

The #1 bestselling chapter book series is now available as graphic novels! Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Get whisked back to Ancient Egypt with Jack and Annie!In the pyramid, a real-life mummy is waiting….The magic tree house has whisked Jack and Annie to ancient Egypt. Inside a pyramid, Jack and Annie find a long-dead queen who needs their help solving a centuries-old riddle. If only they can find their way through the pyramid’s maze!For the first time in graphic novel—live the adventure again with new full-color vibrant art that brings the mag... + Read More
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Series: Beasts of Prey Paperback Ayana Gray 9780593405703 $17.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Jun 28, 2022

In this blockbuster fantasy series, perfect for fans of Kingdom of the Wicked and Iron Widow, fate binds two Black teenagers together as they journey into a magical jungle to hunt down a vicious monster. Now in paperback!An Instant New York Times and Indie BestsellerThere’s no such thing as magic in the broken city of Lkossa, especially for sixteen-year-old Koffi, who indentured to the notorious Night Zoo, knows the fearsome creatures in her care and paying off her family’s debts to secure their eventual freedom can be her only focus. But the n... + Read More
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Series: KINDergarten Where Kindness Matters Every Day Hardcover Vera Ahiyya 9780593484623 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jun 21, 2022

Written by kindergarten teacher and Instagram influencer affectionately known as the Tutu Teacher, comes a picture book about a class that creates a kindness pledge to ensure that their class is the kindest it can possibly be.It’s the first day of Kindergarten and Leo isn’t at all ready. Leo is a quiet kid and would prefer to stay home. Over the summer, his new teacher, Ms. Perry sent a letter asking her students to think about how to show kindness in school. She explained that they would be making a kindness pledge, and each student should bri... + Read More
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Series: The World of Eric Carle How Does a Tadpole Grow? Life Cycles with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Board book Eric Carle 9780593386255 $6.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 1 - 3 Jun 07, 2022

Learn how a tadpole becomes a frog with Eric Carle’s classic artwork and The Very Hungry Caterpillar!In this nonfiction story, young readers explore the transformation of a tadpole into a frog. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around life cycles, featuring simple text and Eric Carle’s classic illustrations!
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Series: My Purple World The World Needs More Purple Schools Hardcover Kristen Bell 9780593434901 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 21, 2022

It’s back to school with Kristen Bell and Benjamin Hart! Learn how to paint your school purple with this follow-up to the #1 New York Times bestseller The World Needs More Purple People.Penny Purple taught us how to be a purple person. A person who finds common ground with others while celebrating what makes them unique! Now Penny and her pals will put their purple skills into action in their very favorite place—their classroom! How do you make a purple school? It will take curiosity, sharing, hard work, and lots of laughs!Series Overview: Sum... + Read More
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Series: Madeline Madeline's ABCs Board book Ludwig Bemelmans 9780593349809 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 0 - 3 Jun 21, 2022

Come learn the ABC’s with the bravest girl in the world, Madeline!Ludwig Bemelmans’s beloved character Madeline is back, and here to teach a new audience the alphabet. She’ll use examples of each letter from the classic Madeline book, so readers will recognize both settings and characters as she guides the youngest readers through learning each of the letters.Series Overview: Love From Madeline (mini-HC)- Fall 2021Madeline’s ABC’s (board)- Summer 2022Madeline’s 123 (Board) - Fall 2022Madeline’s Seasons - Spring 2023Untitled Mini-HC - Summer 2023
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Series: You Are My Favorite Color Hardcover Gillian Sze 9780593203101 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jun 07, 2022

A lyrical story of parental love that celebrates and takes pride in the many shades of brown skin. Perfect for fans of I Am Enough, Hey Black Child, Hair Love, and Our Skin.When you ask me why your skin is brown,I will tell you that you are my favorite color.I will say that your skin was decided long, long ago.Time was just waiting for you.So begins a mother’s celebration of her children’s brown skin, told through warm and vivid poetry. With sweeping descriptions of what brown skin means—it is the brawny bear whose paws know the ground of its h... + Read More
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Series: ABC Pride Hardcover Louie Stowell 9780744063172 $17.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Jun 14, 2022

A is for Acceptance! ! B is for Belonging! ! C is for Celebrate!ABC Pride introduces little readers to the alphabet through the colorful world of Pride. Children can discover letters and words while also learning more about the LGBTQIA+ community and how to be inclusive.Every letter of the alphabet is paired with fun, bold illustrations to support language learning, and a handy list of discussion points at the end gives adults the tools to spark further conversations and discussion. ABC Pride offers a simple yet powerful way to explain gender, ... + Read More
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Series: Uni the Unicorn Uni the Unicorn: The Haunted Pumpkin Patch Paperback Amy Krouse Rosenthal 9780593484173 $9.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 28, 2022

Uni the Unicorn is ready for Halloween—and kids will find a special treat of sparkly stickers inside, too! Celebrate the magic of believing with Uni the Unicorn!This new line of UNI THE UNICORN paperback storybooks begins with a spooky twist! Uni is planting a pumpkin patch. But, uh oh! Uni’s very first pumpkin gets squished! Uni’s friend Goldie thinks she saw something spooky in the pumpkin patch…What could it be? Uni isn’t scared—Uni knows just how to be brave and solve the mystery! UNI 8x8’s are storybooks with a strong magical theme and a... + Read More
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Series: The World of Eric Carle The Very Hungry Caterpillar Eats Dinner A Shapes Book Board book Eric Carle 9780593384121 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 Jun 14, 2022

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite meals of the day: dinner!The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry…for dinner! With die-cut pages, a simple narrative, and beautiful artwork from Eric Carle, this interactive board book is the perfect way to introduce the concept of shapes. From triangular pizza slices to round veggie burgers to squiggly ramen, there’s something everyone will enjoy. This book will become a staple in the kitchen for even the littlest food critic in training!
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Series: Camping Games and Activities 50 Ideas for Outdoor Family Fun Cards DK 9780744058079 $25.99 SPORTS & RECREATION Jun 07, 2022

A book-and-card collection of 50 fun outdoor challenges to make any family camping trip one to remember, whatever the weather.Ranging from the silly to the sublime, once you’ve tried any of the 50 challenges in this brilliant book-and-card set, it will become a must-pack for all family camping trips.Featuring 50 boredom-busting ideas, never struggle for something to do on your next camping break with this collection of brilliant challenges. Not only will the cards keep the kids active, engaged, and laughing day or night and whatever the weather... + Read More
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Series: Minecraft: Wither Without You Volume 3 (Graphic Novel) Paperback Kristen Gudsnuk 9781506718873 $14.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Jun 14, 2022

The exciting finale of the epic new Minecraft adventure, Wither Without You! After surviving the horrors of a zombie villager outbreak, the adventurers begin to make their way to Atria’s hometown of Woodhaven. But the journey is far from a smooth one, and dangers lurk around every corner, as our heroes witness more evidence of the Wither’s path of destruction across the overworld. With new allies at their side and an arsenal of magic at their disposal, Senan, Cahira, Orion, Atria, and Wilkie prepare themselves for the final explosive confrontat... + Read More
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Series: Planet Omar Planet Omar: Epic Hero Flop Hardcover Zanib Mian 9780593407172 $18.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 10 Jun 14, 2022

Omar and his friends are up to a new heroic adventure in the fourth installment of this highly-illustrated middle-grade series starring a Muslim boy with a huge imagination.Is there ever a good time to tell a lie?When his best friend Daniel messes up at school, Omar decides to take the blame to save Daniel from getting in trouble—which makes Omar feel like a total hero!Being treated like a hero feels great, so he does it again. But then something more serious happens, and all eyes land on Omar. Uh-oh.The principal is convinced that Omar must ha... + Read More
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Series: Minecraft Stonesword Saga New Pets on the Block (Minecraft Stonesword Saga #3) Hardcover Random House 9781984850942 $13.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Jun 28, 2022

In the Minecraft Stonesword Saga # 3, unruly pets, untamed mobs, and a powerful, potion-wielding witch cause trouble in this deluxe illustrated hardcover chapter book—the only official Minecraft chapter book series!Based on the most popular video game of all time, the third book in the epic Minecraft Stonesword Saga series takes a group of intrepid Minecraft players deeper into the game than ever before…Everyone knows that Jodi, the youngest member of the team, loves animals in the real world and in Minecraft. She is also fiercely loyal to her ... + Read More
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Series: LEGO Star Wars Awesome Vehicles With Poe Dameron Minifigure and Accessory Mixed media product Simon Hugo 9780744051858 $25.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 8 Jun 07, 2022

With X-wing pilot Poe as your guide, check out the most amazing brick-built vehicles in the LEGO® Star Wars™ galaxy!Which vehicle in the LEGO® Star Wars™ galaxy is the one for you? Join Poe Dameron, the best X-wing pilot in the Resistance, and take a look at 25 out-of-this-world vehicles, from Poe’s zippy X-wing to the moon-sized Death Star. Take a peek inside an AT-AT and discover what it’s really like to drive the Millennium Falcon.Get top tips from pilots, including Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. Check out driver reviews and find out what you ... + Read More
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Series: Kindness Grows Paperback Britta Teckentrup 9781664340381 $11.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 07, 2022

Angry words can ruin friendships, but a gesture as simple as a smile can cause kindness to bloom and friendships to mend. Die-cut pages feature a sapling that grows into a flowering tree with each turn of the page as kindness is spread.Harsh words, disagreements, and shouting can cause friendships to bend and sometime break. Friends are sad when they’re left out, and once a mean word is spoken, it’s impossible to take it back. But what if we were to spread kindness instead? Offering words of encouragement, sharing, caring for others, and playi... + Read More
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Series: How Not to Get Eaten More than 75 Incredible Animal Defenses Hardcover Josette Reeves 9780744056501 $22.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 7 - 9 Jun 14, 2022

An in-depth look at the many clever, creative, and crazy ways that animals protect themselves from predators.For many animals, life is a constant battle to stay off a predator’s menu. So they’ve had to come up with lots of cunning ways to avoid being eaten. From camouflage and color-changing, natural armor, playing dead, great escapes, detachable body parts, and impressive ways of fighting back, the range of survival tactics in the natural world is quite astonishing (and sometimes pretty disgusting). How Not To Get Eaten is a fun introduction t... + Read More
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Series: The Sinister Summer Series Wretched Waterpark Hardcover Kiersten White 9780593379042 $22.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Jun 07, 2022

A brand-new middle-grade mystery series that’s spooky, creepy, and filled with gothic twists! Meet the Sinister-Winterbottom twins, who solve mysteries at increasingly bizarre summer vacation destinations in the hopes of being reunited with their parents—or at the very least finally finding a good churro.“Like a big waterslide that you scream all the way down, only to laugh in relief and get right back on, this book is gothically hilarious and an absolute delight. If I have to die in a waterpark, I want to die in this one.”—Holly Black, #1 NYT ... + Read More
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Series: A Secret Princess Hardcover Margaret Stohl 9781984812049 $24.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Jun 28, 2022

A surprising and romantic YA retelling-mashup of A Little Princess and The Secret Garden by bestselling authors Margaret Stohl and Melissa de la Cruz.Best friends Mary Lennox, Sara Crewe, and Cedric Erroll are best friends. And thank goodness, since their boarding school is basically insufferable. When one of the friends suffers a personal tragedy, a plan—and a secret—change everything for the trio…for good. Filled with charm and romance, and inspired by some of classic literature’s most beloved characters, The Secret Princess is the perfect b... + Read More
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Series: Rosa's Song Hardcover Helena Ku Rhee 9780593375495 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jun 14, 2022

In this diverse picture book, a young immigrant from South Korea finds community and friendship in an apartment house filled with other newly arrived kids.When Jae looks out the window of his new home, he wishes he could still see his old village, his old house, and his old friends. But his new apartment feels empty and nothing outside is familiar. Jae just arrived from South Korea and doesn’t even speak the new language. Yet, making friends is the same wherever you go and he soon meets a girl with a colorful bird perched on her shoulder. Rosa... + Read More
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Series: Adurable Adurable: Little Pups in Big Trucks Board book Bob Shea 9780593325896 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 3 Jun 07, 2022

Introducing an irresistible new board book series filled with cute pups, big construction trucks, and laugh-out-loud humor!It’s the first day of puppy school and Dig Doug, Puddles, and Cheddar can’t wait to start digging, building, and loading in their trucks. But when their teacher, Miss Polly, gets stuck under some rocks, they’ll have to come together and use teamwork to get her free! Closing their eyes to make the rocks disappear doesn’t work…so which of Miss Polly’s lessons can Dig Doug, Puddles, and Cheddar save her? Beloved children’s boo... + Read More
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Series: TJ Powar Has Something to Prove Hardcover Jesmeen Kaur Deo 9780593403396 $23.99 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Jun 07, 2022

“With an iconic heroine, delightful banter and a deeply felt message, this debut proves many times over that Jesmeen Kaur Deo is an invaluable new voice. TJ Powar Has Something to Prove is rife with insight and rich with rom-com joy, often on the same page.” — Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of If I’m Being HonestWhen TJ Powar—a pretty, popular debater—and her cousin Simran become the subject of a meme: with TJ being the “expectation” of dating an Indian girl and her Sikh cousin who does not remove her body hair being the “r... + Read More
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Series: Peter Rabbit The Big Outdoors Sticker Activity Book Paperback Beatrix Potter 9780241522202 $12.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 5 Jul 26, 2022

Follow Peter as he walks through the woods, plants flowers and visits the farmyard, learning all about the natural world as he goes. This fun-filled sticker book has over 250 stickers!Packed full of everyone’s favourite woodland friends, activities, games and stickers, this book is perfect to use at anytime - from holidays to rainy days, this book will keep little paws busy for hours!Check out the other titles in our Peter Rabbit activity books range: Hop, Skip and Stick Activity BookHoppy Holiday Sticker Activity BookChristmas Fun Sticker Acti... + Read More
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Series: Step into Reading School Day! Paperback Candice Ransom 9780593302606 $6.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 6 Jun 21, 2022

It’s time for school in this Step 1 reader featuring the family from Pumpkin Day!, Apple Picking Day!, Garden Day, Snow Day, and Beach Day!The start of the new school year means new friends and new experiences! It’s big sister’s first day of 3rd grade, but it will be a cinch for her to show little brother the ropes on his first day of kindergarten. She already knows where all the rooms are, who the teachers are, and where to go and when at their school! It’s great to have a sibling to rely on when starting something new! A day with family is al... + Read More
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Series: I Just Want to Say Good Night Board book Rachel Isadora 9780593462034 $10.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) to 2 Jun 28, 2022

Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora’s stunning oil paintings bring to life this delightful tale of goodnight bedtime rituals, now available in board book!The sun has set, the moon is rising, so it must be bedtime. But not if Lala has a say—because she’s not ready to go to sleep. First she needs to say good night to the cat. And the goat. And the chickens. And, and, and…Lala’s stalling tactics will ring true for all parents whose little ones aren’t ready to say goodbye to the day—and all will appreciate the wonderful culmination to the bedtime... + Read More
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Series: Air Miles Hardcover John Burningham 9781536223347 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 07, 2022

A poignant exploration of love, loss, and possibility, inspired by the last story idea from the legendary John Burningham.Miles was a difficult dog until he got his own motor car. But now he is growing older, and new challenges are arising. He doesn’t chase balls like he used to. His legs hurt whenever he takes walks. And sometimes he doesn’t hear when Norman calls him. So when Norman learns that Mr. Huddy’s small airplane is in need of a pilot, Miles takes to the skies. In a deeply moving, ultimately uplifting picture book, the star of Motor M... + Read More
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Series: We Adopted a Baby Chick Hardcover Lori Joy Smith 9780735266551 $21.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 14, 2022

An adorable baby chicken is the latest addition to the family in this sweet picture book based on a true story. An irresistible and unique twist on a sibling story and for anyone who loves cute baby animals!Albert the sheep is the only one unhappy about the new addition to the family. Tina is a tiny, fluffy baby chick — and she gets all the attention. Albert is big and loud, and he can’t resist Mom’s vegetables (“Get out of the garden, Albert!”). Sprout the dog doesn’t have time for Albert anymore. The cats only have eyes for Tina. And though h... + Read More
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Series: Wheels, No Wheels Hardcover Shannon McNeill 9780735270374 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 28, 2022

Adorable barnyard animals go for a joyride in this hilarious tale, perfect for very young readers and fans of Little Blue Truck.A llama has no wheels.A turtle has no wheels.A cat has no wheels.Not to worry! A skateboard has wheels, a tractor has wheels and a bike has wheels.Some wily farm animals decide to go for a ride, leaving the farmer without her wheels. After the animals go and go and go and go, chaos ensues…but luckily there are some truck driving chicks to save the day.
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Series: The Girl and the Glim Paperback India Swift 9781684057412 $16.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Jun 07, 2022

An original graphic novel about being the new kid in a different school, getting picked on by the class bullies, and what happens when a magical presence takes notice.Starting out at a new school is tough, and Bridgette isn’t having much luck, seeing as, well, she’s not great at making a first impression. Or, maybe, any impression. For now the best she can manage is…awkward. That’s when they appear. Creatures dark and scary… Creatures only she can see. But if she can’t even face down the school bullies, how is she supposed to overcome literal m... + Read More
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Series: Professor Goose Debunks Fairy Tales Professor Goose Debunks Goldilocks and the Three Bears Hardcover Paulette Bourgeois 9780735267305 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 21, 2022

The first in a new series by the author of Franklin the Turtle! Join Professor Goose in this STEM-filled picture book as she fact-checks classic fairy tales and shares the science behind these flawed stories.Mother Goose’s fairy tales are NOT based in science, and her great niece Professor Goose thinks it’s time to share the truth. Join Professor Goose as she — literally — travels through the pages of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, fact-checking, exposing the flaws and explaining the science. Bears don’t live in cottages — they prefer dens! Th... + Read More
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Series: I Am a Baby Hardcover Bob Shea 9781536218329 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Jun 14, 2022

From the creator of the mega-popular Dinosaur vs. series comes a hilariously deadpan look at new parenthood—from a baby’s point of view.I am not sleepy.I am not sleepy because I am a baby.Mommy is sleepy.Mommy is sleepy because I am a baby.With humor and sympathy, Bob Shea looks at the chaos of life with a baby as amiably narrated by the new arrival. Repeating the mantra (and blithe explanation) “because I am a baby,” the tiny narrator leads us through scenes of exhaustion, grumpiness, squishy diapers, spilled milk, cowering kittens, and chubby... + Read More
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Series: Saving the Butterfly A story about refugees Hardcover Helen Cooper 9781536220551 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 4 - 8 Jun 07, 2022

Two resourceful siblings begin a new life as refugees in a poetic picture book about thriving—in your own time—after great loss.From an award-winning author and a talented debut illustrator comes a profound story about child refugees healing and building new lives. When rescuers meet the boat, there are only two people left—a big child and a little one. The big one, remembering the trip across the dark sea, hides indoors. The little one ventures out, making friends, laughing, growing strong. When he brings the outside in, in the form of a butte... + Read More
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Series: A Royal Guide to Monster Slaying The Final Trial Royal Guide to Monster Slaying, Book 4 Hardcover Kelley Armstrong 9780735270206 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 - 14 Jun 07, 2022

Rowan embarks on an expedition to prove once and for all that she is the rightful royal monster hunter, in the fourth and final book in this fantastical series by New York Times–bestselling author, Kelley Armstrong.The time has come! After discovering the true reason for the monster migration, Rowan is on an expedition to ultimately prove that she is worthy of the ebony monster-slaying sword on her back. She and her twin brother, Rhydd, their friends Dain and Alianor, as well as some other trusted advisors — and the ever-growing group of monstr... + Read More
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Series: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good Hardcover Louie Stowell 9781536223279 $19.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Jun 14, 2022

Packed with doodles and cartoons, here is the diary of Loki as he’s trapped on earth as a petulant eleven-year-old—and even worse, annoying thunder god Thor is there, too.After one prank too many, trickster god Loki has been banished to live as a kid on Earth. If he can show moral improvement within one month, he can return to Asgard. If he can’t? Eternity in a pit of angry snakes. Rude! To keep track of Loki’s progress, King Odin (a bossy poo-poo head) gives him this magical diary in which Loki is forced to confess the truth, even when that tr... + Read More
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Series: The Pear Affair Hardcover Judith Eagle 9781536217032 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 - 14 Jun 14, 2022

Nell is determined to find her beloved missing au pair in this vibrant adventure set in, and underneath, Paris.Penelope Magnificent spends as little time as possible with her awful parents—a grocery-mogul father and a fashion-obsessed mother who loves expensive purses more than she does her daughter. But when they mention an important trip to Paris, Nell begs to come along. Paris holds something very dear to her: her old au pair Perrine—Pear—who lives there. Pear used to write to Nell every week, promising to come to her rescue, but recently th... + Read More
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Series: The Surprise Hardcover Zadie Smith 9781774880609 $23.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 28, 2022

Celebrating the quiet power of being different, The Surprise is the children’s debut from acclaimed authors Zadie Smith and Nick Laird, with art from exciting newcomer Magenta Fox.Meet Maud: a guinea pig who inexplicably wears a judo suit—and not everyone understands or approves. When Maud is thrown into a new and confusing situation, it takes brave decisions and serendipitous encounters for her to find her place and embrace her individuality.The Surprise is an endearing story about the quiet power of being different by two veteran writers, and... + Read More
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Series: Little Crocodile What Does Little Crocodile Say At the Park? Hardcover Eva Montanari 9780735268159 $21.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 2 - 5 Jun 21, 2022

A little crocodile explores a day at the park in this colorful, noisy book filled with sounds and new experiences—some wonderful, some not—that are sure to delight toddlers.What sounds does Little Crocodile hear on a trip to the park?Grandma says “Sweet Pea!”The pigeons go flap, flapThe dandelion goes pffffThe chatter goes chit chatThe merry-go-round goes wheeeAnd the crocodile says…WAHHHH!In this charming book of sounds, Little Crocodile visits the park with Grandma and Grandpa and experiences being left out, kindness and independence, ultimat... + Read More
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Series: My Lala Hardcover Thomas King 9780735269347 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 07, 2022

A joyful picture book about confidence featuring a little girl making her mark on the world, from acclaimed author Thomas King, and for fans of Ladybug Girl.Lala wakes up one morning and decides that she owns the world. Quick as a fox, she bounds to her box of treasures and finds her shiny red dots — to mark what is hers, because there’s nothing that’s not!Lala’s bear gets a dot, as does her blankie, boots, and even the markers she uses to make scrawls on her walls. When she finishes labeling everything in her room and goes to label her dad-dad... + Read More
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Series: The Boy and the Mountain Hardcover Mario Bellini 9780735270251 $24.99 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 21, 2022

A boy sets off to draw a mountain in this thoughtful exploration of art and the creative process. For fans of Hike by Pete Oswald.A little boy, who is a keen artist, becomes obsessed with a mountain he can see from his house. One day, he tries to draw the mountain, but his drawing doesn’t look anything like it, so he decides that he has to take a closer look. He sets off with his dog, drawing what he sees along the way, and making a growing collection of animal companions during his hike. But when he finally reaches the mountain, the boy makes ... + Read More
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Series: Grumpy Monkey Party Time! Puzzle A 50-Piece Shaped Jigsaw Puzzle: A Puzzle for Kids Game Suzanne Lang 9780593235263 $19.99 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 7 Jun 28, 2022

A 50-piece jigsaw puzzle shaped like the scowling face of Jim Panzee, the chimpanzee from the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book Grumpy Monkey.Kids will love piecing together the iconic scowling face of Jim Panzee the chimpanzee (aka Grumpy Monkey) for a bit of wholesome play time. The Grumpy Monkey children’s books tell children that it’s okay to feel their feelings (while being careful not to hurt others in the process!). If your kiddo, much like Jim Panzee, just needs a day to be grumpy, maybe this puzzle—with a finished size of 14“ ... + Read More