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Henry in Love


Peter McCarty - 2009
    Henry is a bit of a dreamer and not much of a talker.Then there's Chloe, who says what she thinks and knows how to turn a spectacular cartwheel.This is the story of how one blueberry muffin makes all the difference.

Jam & Honey


Melita Morales - 2011
    A little bee is on its way to gather nectar, nectar to make honey for her honeycomb. Their meeting in the same berry patch shines a gentle light on a common childhood fear from two points of view. This picture book provides a sweet way to convey even to the youngest child the importance of understanding and respecting all creatures.Alternate Title: Jam and Honey

My Dad, My Hero


Ethan Long - 2011
    The sweet ending depicts all the cool-if not super-activities Dad does do with the child, like throwing a baseball, playing checkers and going toy shopping.Ethan Long's spot-on artwork perfectly accompanies this super funny and super sweet story.Praise for Ethan Long:"A nicely illustrated tale that speaks volumes about the bond between a dad and his son...a great story that will be perfect as a gift for any dad or son." -The New York Journal of Books

Scaredy Snacks


Terry Border - 2020
    When the food friends learn that someone has moved in next door, though, they make like bananas and split to go meet their new neighbor. But when their knock not only goes unanswered, but also opens the door to Dr. Nuttenstein's house with a creeeeak, what they find inside leaves them as shaken as if they'd been placed in a blender...In this latest spookily funny book by Terry Border, three snacks learn that they have to follow the rules--and that's the way the cookie crumbles.

Haunted House, Haunted Mouse


Judy Cox - 2011
    He hears a rattle. A skeleton? He sees a shape float by. A ghost? But brave Mouse is not afraid. "Boo!" he cries. The house is not so scary after all. Lucky for Mouse, a trail of candy guides him safely home to his hidey-hole.

The Greedy Python


Richard Buckley - 1985
    Full-color illustrations.

How to Grow a Friend


Sara Gillingham - 2013
    Soon your little gardeners will have their very own green thumbs for this most important of life skills.

Wombat Walkabout


Carol Diggory Shields - 2009
    This whimsical counting poem follows six brave little wombats on walkabout in the Australian outback. But the wilderness is bound to bring more excitement than an innocent counting game. Soon enough, the curious wombats learn to beware the hungry dingo! Aussie native Sophie Blackall?s delicious illustrations set adorable wombats in a lush world of golden wattles, billabongs, kookaburras, and gum nuts. With marvelous wordplay and irresistible read-aloud phrases, this ingenious text is sure to become a well-worn favorite. Accompanied by a short, simple glossary of Australian terms and wildlife.

Walter the Baker


Eric Carle - 1972
    The Duke and Duchess especially love his warm sweet rolls, delivered fresh to their castle every morning. But one day the cat spills the milk, and Walter is forced to serve the Duke and Duchess rolls made with water. After one bite the Duke throws down his roll in disgust and summons Walter to the castle. He threatens to banish the baker unless he can take the same dough and make a good-tasting roll that the rising sun can shine through three times. Will Walter succeed in his task, or will he have to leave his town forever? With good humor and the vibrantly colored paper collages that are known and loved the world over, Eric Carle has concocted a delicious book that kids will savor, now available in a Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition that’s ideal for newly independent readers.

The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-be


Mini Grey - 2003
    But for those of you who may have wondered how anyone could feel a tiny garden-variety pea under the weight of twenty mattresses, this book will put that question to rest once and for all. This witty spoof was shortlisted for the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal in the UK. It was Mini Grey's first book and a worthy predecessor to such favorites as Traction Man is Here!

Chengdu Can Do


Barney Saltzberg - 2017
    He can get down from his branch, and he can look for breakfast. Chengdu can jump, he can push, and he can pull. He can climb, he can stretch, and he can swing. But sometimes even the most capable young panda could use a little help. Independent-minded toddlers will love following along as the determined Chengdu reaches for his goal of some tasty leaves. The gentle text is a delight to hear read aloud, and a variety of fold-out pages add to the fun.

Mittens at School


Lola M. Schaefer - 2012
    Just right for little ones getting ready to go to school for the first time or for a new school year!At the math table, Mittens pushes the counting beads until they crash to the floor. On the piano, Mittens runs across the keys until the piano lid slams down. Mittens even tries to look at a book, until it falls from the bookshelf! Mittens is finally happy when he gets to meet the other students in Nick’s class.This My First I Can Read Book is perfect for shared reading with toddlers and very young children. Basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations make this book just right for the emergent reader.

Tiptoe Tapirs


Hanmin Kim - 2013
    The elephants BOOM, the rhinos BAM-BAM, the hornbills CAW-CAW and the apes HOO-HAA. But Tapir and Little Tapir don't make a sound. They tiptoe through their days—until the morning a hungry leopard forces them to run for their lives. Leopard is just about to pounce when BANG! The sound of a hunter's gun stops all three animals in their tracks. Now Leopard must flee—very quietly, with help from the tapirs. From that day on, Leopard moves with a very soft step as do the rest of the jungle beasts.

If You Were a Dog


Jamie Swenson - 2014
    Swenson that invites playful interaction, If You Were a Dog is the perfect read-aloud for your favorite little animal.

Pumpkin Heads


Wendell Minor - 2000
    It's time to pick a pumpkin!On Halloween every pumpkin becomes a pumpkin head.Some are big. Some are small.Pumpkin heads can be found in the strangest places.Here is an engaging Halloween treat that will inspire young readers to create their own imaginative pumpkin heads.