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Charlie the Ranch Dog


Ree Drummond - 2011
    He's a ranch dog. Breakfast is his life, especially when bacon is involved. Charlie has dangly ears, floppy skin, and big fat paws. And he loves living in the country. That's because he works like a dog...fixing fences, gardening, and helping his family out on the range. A ranch dog’s work is never done!This endearing picture book for dog lovers everywhere shows readers that even though you may love bacon and naps most of all, working on the ranch is all about hard work and determination. A New York Times bestseller!

This Is a Moose


Richard T. Morris - 2014
    It turns out the moose has a dream bigger then just being a moose—he wants to be an astronaut and go to the moon.His forest friends step in to help him, and action ensues. Lots of action. Like a lacrosse-playing grandma, a gigantic slingshot into space, and a flying, superhero chipmunk.In this hilarious romp, Richard T. Morris and bestselling illustrator Tom Lichtenheld remind us to dream big and, when we do, to aim for the moon.

The Nose Book


Al Perkins - 1970
    A super-simple look at noses of all kind, color, and shape, including their multiple uses and maddening maladies! Illustrations.

Quantum Physics for Babies


Chris Ferrie - 2013
    Babies (and grownups!) will discover that the wild world of atoms never comes to a standstill. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it's never too early to become a quantum physicist!Baby University: It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind.

The Magic School Bus Hops Home: A Book About Animal Habitats


Patricia Relf - 1995
    The class wants to help look for her. Ms. Frizzle says, "The best way to find a frog is to be a frog!" So, the kids take a ride on the Magic School Bus. Join them as they shrink to frog size and learn all about animal habitats!

The Library


Sarah Stewart - 1995
    Elizabeth Brown doesn't like to play with dolls and she doesn't like to skate. What she does like to do is read books. And now that she's grown up, her collection has gotten so big all the shelves are collapsing. Her front door has disappeared entirely. What in the world will she do? The reclusive Elizabeth Brown surprises everyone wit her splendid solution. In charming verse and elegant watercolors Sarah Stewart and David Small celebrate one of America's grandest institutions. The Library is a 1995 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and Outstanding Book of the Year.

Library Mouse


Daniel Kirk - 2007
    When he's done, he put his books on the shelves. But when the children read the stories, they all wanted to meet the author... Will the library mouse finally share his secrets with his fans?

No Roses for Harry!


Gene Zion - 1958
    Harry does everything he can think of to get rid of that sweater. But when it seems like he’ll never lose the sweater, an unexpected visitor helps him solve his problem…This is an irresistible story featuring a classic picture book character, especially perfect for young dog lovers and fans of Harry the Dirty Dog. Harry the Dirty Dog has been recognized by the National Education Association as an all-time top-100 children's book. It has also been welcomed by a new generation at home, as Betty White's 2020 reading of the story on StorylineOnline has been viewed more than 8 million times.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss Harry by the Sea and Harry and the Lady Next Door. As Children's Books and Their Creators said about all three books: "There is a droll, seemingly effortless union of art and text in the Harry stories, a delicious mastery of everyday foolishness."

Where Do Kisses Come From?


Maria Fleming - 1999
    No matter what kind of kisses they are, all kisses come from love. Illustrated with family scenes of adorable animals, this charming book is perfect for Valentine's Day and beyond.

Russell the Sheep


Rob Scotton - 2005
    until, at last, he falls asleep.

The Greatest Spy Who Never Was


David Codd - 2019
    Schoolboy turned super spy. Both stupidly dangerous and dangerously stupid. Thirteen year old Hugo’s life is turned upside down (or is it downside up?) when his part-time job as a toilet boy in secret organisation, SICK, is unexpectedly upgraded eight levels to that of a spy. His first assignment - to go deep undercover with Agent One and assist him in any way he can. Sounds easy, right? Wrong. Very wrong. A robbery at the Bottle Bank. Diamond smuggling at the Pearly Gates Cemetery. The theft of priceless artifact, Coocamba’s Idol. Hugo is there on each and every occasion, but then so, too, is someone else. Wrinkles, the town of Crooked Elbow’s oldest criminal mastermind. She needs to be stopped and fast. No, quicker than that. Double fast. Before it's too late. In a battle of good versus evil, young versus old, ugly versus even uglier, there can only be one winner ... and it better be Hugo otherwise we're all in trouble! A laugh-out-loud, thrill-a-minute adventure story for children aged 9-12.

Vinny the Soccer Playing Dinosaur (Alfred the Dinosaur Book 2)


Brandon Cullum - 2016
     His playing time soon ends when he finds himself kicked off the team after not being able to measure up.Join Vinny as he sets off on an adventure to discover his true potential, encountering an old sabertooth tiger, a T-Rex and his own self-doubt along the way.Will Vinny rejoin the pack? Will Vinny find his footing and discover his true potential?  Find out in this colorful, rhyming, bed-time adventure **Vinny the Soccer Playing Dinosaur is Book 2 in the Alfred the Dinosaur series, but can be read as a stand-alone story Book 1: Alfred the Time Traveling Dinosaur Book 2: Vinny the Soccer Playing Velocripator **Other books by Brandon Cullum The Alphabet Fruit ABC's Buy Vinny the Soccer Playing Dinosaur today to read a bed-time story where heroes come in all sizes!

Creeper Chronicles


Mark Mulle - 2015
     His biggest rivals, Sally the slime, Rowley the wild rabbit, Chima the pesky chicken, and Danny the snooty dog become the major thing standing between him and the happiness he so desperately seeks. When Carl and his rivals’ lives are at stake, they have the choice to put aside their differences and fight for their survival, or continue to disagree and most likely perish. Creeper Chronicles is a story that follows the budding of friendships and explores the rewards of courage, honesty and perseverance. Other books in the Diary of an Adventurous Creeper seriesBook 2: Journey to the End, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VRVVBAE/Book 3: Dragon Savior, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VXJ17GI/Author’s Note: This short story is for your reading pleasure. The characters in this "Minecraft Diary Books for Kids" such as Steve, Endermen or Herobrine...etc are based on the Minecraft Game coming from Minecraft ®/TM & © 2009-2016 Mojang / Notch

Webster's Manners (Webster Technology Book 4)


Hannah Whaley - 2015
     This latest release in the award winning picture book series for beginner readers helps parents to teach children about the right and wrong ways to use technology. Webster learns about a new set of digital manners, helping him to be polite with technology and take care of his favourite gadgets and toys. However, the cheeky spider soon turns the tables on his daddy and makes him agree to the same rules! This fully illustrated picture book can be used to prompt: Conversations about taking care of electronic toys and gadgets with young children Child safety when using technology and mobile devices Screen time planning for both parents and children Healthy attitudes towards screen based entertainment Do you worry about the time that your kids spend on electronic devices? Should you be limiting screen time? Is it worth the fight? Early readers use picture books to learn more about what is expected of them, and to develop their social skills by modelling what they see in stories. Parents and teachers use books like Webster’s Manners to teach about when it is appropriate to use gadgets and when it is better to engage with people. Told in a rhyming pattern, Webster's Manners humorously helps children learn about responsible use of technology, while reminding grown ups that they can lead by example. Other parents have found this book useful... "So difficult to find story books which sensitively introduce our little ones to what have become every-day devices. This latest one does not disappoint.” - Amazon.com Reviewer "Great book - we all loved it! It is a very accessible way of teaching kids about technology - thanks!” - Amazon.com Reviewer "A powerful message packaged in a beautiful story with lovely illustrations. Thoroughly recommend not only this book but all others in the series.” - Amazon.com Reviewer “A wonderful learning message for the little ones in your life.” - Amazon.com Reviewer You can get this book for free with a Kindle Prime or Kindle Unlimited membership. Scroll up to buy your copy of Webster’s Manners now.

The Moon Seems to Change


Franklyn Mansfield Branley - 1960
    But it doesn't really. The moon revolves around the Earth. It takes about four weeks to make the journey, and as it travels round we can only see certain parts of it. Try the simple experiment described inside using an orange, a pencil, and a flashlight, and you'll understand why the moon seems to change.