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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer


Robert Lewis May - 1939
    May, a copywriter working at Chicago's Montgomery Ward & Co., wrote a holiday story at the request of his employer. Almost two and a half million copies of the little tale about a reindeer with a shiny red nose were given away to all the children who visited Montgomery Ward stores that year. The rest is history. Over seventy years later, the beloved classic is once again available in a hardcover faithful facsimile of the 1939 Rudolph, with original text and original Denver Gillen illustrations.

Goo and Spot in the Do Not Wiggle Riddle


Elsa C. Takaoka - 2014
    This amusing riddle about Goo and Spot's amazing and colorful adventures will definitely hit a child's funny bone, with a valuable lesson learned along the way. A great resource for preschool educators, librarians and parents of wiggly little children. Best suited for ages 5 and under.

I Dreamed You


Justine Avery - 2020
    I Dreamed You gives a voice to the feelings so difficult to express and so important to share.Award-winning and beloved children's author Justine Avery thoughtfully, reverently expresses the sentiments behind welcoming a child into our lives, whether we're a grandparent, adopting parent, step-parent, sibling, or anyone else blessed with a cherished young one.

The Wonkey-Donky: Hee-Haww!


M. Travisano - 2018
     Imagine, her in a library, with a bunch of toddlers, and pre-schoolers and their parents, at story time. "I was walking, down the road, and I saw . . . A donkey, Hee Haaw! And he only had three-legs! He was a wonky-donkey." Every Grandparent should have this book to read to the grandkids. It would make a fantastic Christmas gift.

Andy Griffiths The 13-Storey Treehouse Collection Set Pack,


Andy Griffiths
    Andy Griffiths The 13-Storey Treehouse Collection Set Pack, (The 13-storey Treehouse, the 26-storey Treehouse and the 39-storey Treehouse)

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell!


Lucille Colandro - 2006
    A wacky new Christmas version of the classic "There Was an Old Lady" song!This time, the hungry old lady swallows a bell, bows, gifts, a sack, a sleigh, and some reindeer! She's about to swallow a candy cane for dessert, when she hears a jolly "Ho! Ho! Ho!" Santa Claus is waiting for a ride! Watch what happens when she whistles, with amazing results!With rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version of a classic song will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page--a fun story for Christmastime!This is a wonderful companion to Colandro and Lee's other Old Lady books!

Peppa Pig: George's Balloon


Neville Astley - 2015
    Who will rescue the balloon when it starts to float away?A new adventure featuring Peppa and George.

JoJo & BowBow Take the Stage


JoJo Siwa - 2018
    With her crew of friends behind her and the support of her trusty sidekick BowBow, JoJo’s sure their summer will be as sweet as it gets. Then she meets Grace—the new kid on the block with tons of talent to offer—and JoJo knows her plan for a rockin’ party is complete!   But Kyra, resident mean girl and head of the party-planning committee, has other ideas. JoJo doesn’t know why Kyra dislikes Grace; but it soon becomes clear that she’ll do anything to exclude JoJo’s new friend. When Kyra’s jealousy of Grace threatens to ruin the entire block party, JoJo knows it’s time to rally her Siwanatorz and save the day. After all: Being a Siwanator means—above all—being kind. And even bullies aren’t always what they seem…

Mabel Murple


Sheree Fitch - 1995
    In Mable Murple a young girl dreams of just that -- with some wonderfully wacky results!Winner of the Ann Connor-Brimer Award.

Would You Rather Be a Bullfrog?


Theo LeSieg - 1975
    . . a trombone . . . or a drum? (How would you like to have someone going boom-boom on your tum?) Beginning readers are asked to ponder these-and a host of other odd choices-in this charming, provocative book by Dr. Seuss that encourages children to let their imaginations fly.

No Matter What


Emma Dodd - 2007
    Sometimes you're sad. Sometimes you're good. Sometimes you're bad. But no matter what, one special little elephant will always know his mother's love. The love shines on the foil-splashed, padded cover and all the way through this color-saturated book.

Home for a Bunny


Margaret Wise Brown - 1956
    Margaret Wise Brown’s simple yet playful tale is beautifully complemented by Garth Williams’s exquisite artwork.From the Hardcover Library Binding edition.

Fancy Nancy: Oodles of Kittens


Jane O'Connor - 2018
    Nancy and Bree decide to investigate, and what do they find? Lo and behold! It’s oodles of adorable kittens! (Oodles is fancy for a lot.)After finding some of the kittens good homes, Nancy and Bree each get to keep one for themselves. That’s until Nancy’s new kitten meets her posh pup, Frenchy. Will Nancy’s two pets ever get along? Will Nancy be able to love them both the same?Perfect for fans of the Eloise, Olivia, and other Fancy Nancy books.Ooh la la! Fancy Nancy is starring in her own fabulous TV show on Disney Junior. READ THE BOOKS THAT STARTED IT ALL!Fancy NancyFancy Nancy and the Posh PuppyFancy Nancy: Bonjour, ButterflyFancy Nancy: Splendiferous ChristmasFancy Nancy and the Fabulous Fashion BoutiqueFancy Nancy and the Mermaid BalletFancy Nancy: Fanciest Doll in the UniverseFancy Nancy and the Wedding of the CenturyFancy Nancy 10th Anniversary EditionFancy Nancy: Saturday Night SleepoverFancy Nancy: Oodles of Kittens

The Dr. Suess Lacing Cards: The Cat in the Hat (Dr. Seuss Novelty Se)


NOT A BOOK - 2009
    Seuss!Dr. Seuss Lacing Cards enhance kids' fine motor skills while they play! Kids will love these cards, which feature spectacular Seuss art, and the trademark Seuss sense of the silly. Laces included!

How Did That Mouse Get In Our House


Reid Kaplan - 2020
    But How?The farm animals watch as he scampers across the barnyard. But look out for the cat! Can our little friend make it all the way to the house?Join along in the fun, and find out how that mouse got in our house!