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Chicken Clicking
Jeanne Willis - 2014
One night Chick hops onto the farmer's house and has a browse on his computer - CLICK - soon she's shopping online for the whole farm! But when she arranges to meet up with a friend she's made online, she discovers all is not as it seems...Little Red Riding Hood for the iPad generation, this is the perfect book for teaching children how to stay safe online.
Before the World Wakes
Estelle Laure
They marvel at the dance of the snails and the birdsong that surrounds them. And then they join in, reveling in the early morning—and their time together before the rest of the world wakes.With lyrical language and beautiful art, this book captures the magic of daybreak, the importance of small moments, and the special bond between siblings.
Captain Slaughterboard Drops Anchor
Mervyn Peake - 1939
On a fantastic island populated by unusual animals, a pirate captain finds a trustworthy companion in the little "Yellow Creature."
The Bravest Fish
Matt Buckingham - 2006
One morning, Stanley wakes up late, and the reef is strangely quiet. Follow Stanley as he diligently searches for his friends and meets other ocean creatures, including the Big Shark, in this underwater adventure. Stanley and his friends are highlighted with glimmering, gold foil artwork throughout the story.
A Dragon in a Wagon
Lynley Dodd - 1988
Something huge, fierce or odd, like a dragon in a wagon. She soon gets carried away by her imagination. An imaginative, rhyming and wonderfully silly picture book that children will adore.
A Funny Thing Happened at the Museum...
Davide Calì - 2017
. . , The Truth About My Unbelievable Summer . . . , and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to School . . . . Notoriously (and delightfully) unreliable narrator Henry is late to a museum where his class is spending the day. But he has a plan: He'll just catch up in one of the exhibits. That's not possible in these halls! With volcanoes erupting, dinosaurs charging, and secret stairwells lurking, reuniting with his classmates becomes a quest of outrageous proportions. Young readers will revel in this entertaining book's over-the-top antics.
George Flies South
Simon James - 2011
Will he be able to fly?Autumn is coming, and George sits in his little nest, not quite ready to learn to fly even though his mom says it is time to head south for the winter. But when a gust of wind swoops George and his nest out of the tree and onto the roof of a car, George is off whether he likes it or not! With his mom following along chirping encouragement, George must gain the confidence to fly before his nest blows away entirely. This charming picture book gently nudges little fledglings everywhere to try out their wings.
Caveman, A B.C. Story
Janee Trasler - 2011
But then a DINOSAUR comes out and goes after them all! What else will happen in this hysterical, prehistorical story?The slapstick hijinks go from “A” all the way to some cuddly, friendly “ZZZZZs” and a sweet goodnight.
One Hundred Steps: The Story of Captain Sir Tom Moore
Adam Larkum - 2020
Fully illustrated for younger readers, and following the key moments from Captain Tom's incredible life, the book shows what is possible when we come together and never, ever give up.
5-Minute Pete the Cat Stories
James Dean - 2017
With a sturdy, padded cover, this collection includes lightly adapted versions of 12 favorite Pete the Cat stories from New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean. Get ready to rock out during story time!
Old Bear
Jane Hissey - 1986
Bramwell Brown and his friends Little Bear, Duck and Rabbit attempt to rescue Old Bear from the attic using a number of ingenious methods.
Lucky Ducklings
Eva Moore - 2013
They follow safely behind her as they leave their pond, waddle through the park, and stop in the little sunlit town's parking lot for yummy breakfast. But one by one, Mama's little ducklings get separated when they disappear into the slats of the town's storm drain. How three firemen and a pickup truck rush to their rescue makes for a vivid and exciting drama that children will return to over and over again. Award-winning artist Nancy Carpenter and veteran author Eva Moore have created a delightful new classic with an inspiring environmental message.
Winters Child
Angela McAllister - 2012
Playing together every day, Tom hardly notices that spring doesn't come - until he realises the terrible effect of unending winter is having on the countryside and his sick grandma. His friend is Winter's child, and for the seasons to go on the friends must say goodbye until next year.
Here Comes Jack Frost
Kazuno Kohara - 2009
His animal friends are hibernating, and he has nobody to play with-even all the birds have flown south. When he meets Jack Frost, the last thing he expects is to make a new friend... or to discover how enchanting winter can be!
Duck Says Don't
Alison Ritchie - 2012
But Duck is a bit TOO enthusiastic… "No splashing! No fishing! No racing!" he quacks. Soon he puts up signs EVERYWHERE! "DIVING IS FORBIDDEN! (by order of Duck— in charge of the pond)" But then all his friends start leaving… Can bossy Duck figure out a way to share the pond with his friends?