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Trick Or Treat by Ann Dixon
halloween
3-5-october
monsters
noahs-books
There Was an Old Witch
Howard W. Reeves - 1998
This rhythmic read-aloud picture book is sure to be a Halloween favorite.
The 108th Sheep
Ayano Imai - 2006
So she decides to count sheep to help fall asleep. All goes well until Emma reaches 108. Then, the 108thsheep doesn't appear. Emma, along with 109, 110 and all the following sheep must try to find a way to help 108 or none of them will get to sleep. Luckily Emma has a plan...
Smarter Than a Monster: A Survival Guide
Brandon Mull - 2019
The more you know about monsters, the more you will know how to defeat them.Little kids have big fears, which they often imagine to be scary creatures, like monsters. But this book helps explain how knowing "Monster Facts" can help kids outwit them.Want to avoid monsters?Fact: Monsters love dirt and grime, so when faced with two kids, the monster will choose the dirty one every time.And if toys and clothes are all over the floor, you may get ambushed by a mess-loving monster.Survival Tip: Take baths and keep your room clean.Smarter Than a Monster will arm young readers with practical advice in this innovative and imaginative parenting tool that teaches common sense and positive and healthy habits.
The Not Very Merry Pout-Pout Fish
Deborah Diesen - 2015
Fish find perfect gifts for everyone on his list? Will he finish his shopping in time?Swim along with Mr. Fish on his holiday shopping quest. He might just discover that the best gifts of all come straight from the heart.
Poesy the Monster Slayer
Cory Doctorow - 2020
With the knowledge she’s gained from her trusty Monster Book and a few of her favorite toys, Poesy easily fends off a werewolf, a vampire, and much more.But not even Poesy's bubblegum perfume can defeat her sleep-deprived parents!
A Penguin Story
Antoinette Portis - 2008
She is convinced there is something more out there. So she sets out on a quest—a quest for color. When she finally finds what she's been looking for, it's everything she hoped for and more. But that doesn't mean she will ever stop looking.
Bump in the Night
Edward Hemingway - 2008
What if it’s a ghoulie, a ghosty or a long-leggedy beasty? This fresh and funny story turns this classic premise on its head when Billy’s monster turns out to be a yo-yo using, horseback-riding, ghoulie-scaring, beastie-ropin’ monster—just the kind you want to have along on adventures. A breakout new talent shares a warm, clever take on the classic premise.
Max's Chocolate Chicken
Rosemary Wells - 1989
But wait, Max, his sister Ruby says, First we go on an egg hunt. Max does his best to play along, but when Ruby finds all the eggs-and he finds only ants and acorns-he shows her what can happen when you put all your eggs in one basket!
Penguin and Pumpkin
Salina Yoon - 2014
Pumpkin is heartbroken to find out he's too little to go, and when Penguin tries to say good-bye, his brother is nowhere to be found! At the farm, all the pumpkins Penguin sees remind him of his own special Pumpkin.So Penguin and Bootsy bring a special surprise home to share a little touch of Autumn with Pumpkin. Prolific author/illustrator Salina Yoon's spare text and bright, energetic illustrations bring to life this endearing story celebrating Autumn and family in many forms!
Pokko and the Drum
Matthew Forsythe - 2019
When Pokko takes the drum deep into the forest it is so quiet, so very quiet that Pokko decides to play. And before she knows it she is joined by a band of animals —first the raccoon, then the rabbit, then the wolf—and soon the entire forest is following her. Will Pokko hear her father’s voice when he calls her home? Pokko and the Drum is a story about art, persistence, and a family of frogs living in a mushroom.
Frankencrayon
Michael Hall - 2016
This picture book has been canceled.Wait.How can we be on the front flap of a canceled book?Good question.
Monster Trucks
Anika Aldamuy Denise - 2016
On a spooky speedway, Monster Trucks moan! Monster Trucks grumble! Monster Trucks groan!Join Frankentruck, Zombie Truck, Ghost Truck, and more as they race to the finish line. But one of these trucks isn’t quite who you think.
No Such Thing
Ella Bailey - 2014
Objects would move around the house and sometimes they even disappeared. Now, some people may have wondered (especially at this time of year) if this was the work of something spooky? But not clever Georgia! She has all the explanations and none of the fear! Join her in debunking the spookiest of ghoulish and ghostly mischief in this Halloween adventure!Ella Bailey is an illustrator and writer who recently graduated from Falmouth University, England, with a first class honors degree in illustration. Although a recent graduate, her charming characters and effortless storytelling easily belie her years. Her engaging narrative rhythm, and boundless imagination, is instantly captivating. Her art blends the plucky playfulness of a modern day Mary Blair with the whimsical sincerity of a millennial. No Such Thing is her first published work.
What This Story Needs Is a Bang and a Clang
Emma J. Virjan - 2017
Virján comes another funny read-aloud with catchy, rhythmic text and big, bold illustrations.What this story needs is a pig in a wig,building a stage, arranging a stand,and getting ready to conduct the Pig in a Wig Band.But when a surprise guest shows up onstage, scaring Elephant, there’s a BANG and a CLANG as everyone topples over! Will Pig and her friends be able to get back on track to finish the show?
Dem Bones
Bob Barner - 1996
The frolicking skeletons will captivate children and adults while they sing along with this well-known, catchy song. Accompanied by interesting, informative "bone facts" this book makes a wonderful addition to both home and classroom libraries and a fun treat for Halloween!