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Seriously, You Have to Eat
Adam Mansbach - 2015
Mansbach's quirky, clever humor is unforgettable and absolutely addicting! While Seriously, You Have to Eat is totally kid appropriate, adults will seriously chuckle too."--Word SpelunkingOn the heels of the New York Times best seller You Have to F**king Eat (a sequel to the worldwide mega-best seller Go the F**k to Sleep), now comes the version that is entirely appropriate to read to--and with--children. While the message and humor will be similar to the adult version, there will, of course, be no profanity whatsoever.Step aside Green Eggs and Ham, there's a new, 21st-century book in town that will compel all finicky children to eat!
Sylvia's Bookshop: The Story of Paris's Beloved Bookstore and Its Founder (As Told by the Bookstore Itself!)
Robert Burleigh - 2018
“Books are my treasures—the best that I’ve got.” Books are like rivers that flow through my head. Books are like roads,” she just might have said. “Roads that connect my old self to my new. Unlocking our hearts to what’s noble and true.” Told by the bookstore itself, Sylvia’s Bookshop tells the story of the legendary Shakespeare and Company, its owner Sylvia Beach, and the many great writers who gathered there to meet, read, and remind us that books are more than the words on the page.
Consider Love: Its Moods and Many Ways
Sandra Boynton - 2002
Also it rhymes. This lovely volume is a terrific gifty object (hey, have you ever tried to write book jacket copy?) as varied and delightful as a fine box of chocolates, yet with the decided advantage that there aren¹t any of those icky little pineapple jelly things.
Snow Day for Mouse
Judy Cox - 2012
On a snowy day, Mouse is swept outside where he plays in the snow, ice skates on a frozen puddle, and makes sure his friends the birds get something to eat.
I Got a Chicken for My Birthday
Laura Gehl - 2018
Instead she gets a chicken. But this chicken is no ordinary chicken; it has plans! With a lot of hard work, and help from lots of other animals, this chicken may just end up building the girl the best birthday gift ever!
Little Critter: Just a Baby Bird
Mercer Mayer - 2016
Little Critter's love and patience is rewarded when he gets a special springtime surprise.I Can Read Books are designed to encourage a love of reading. Little Critter: Just a Baby Bird is a My First I Can Read book, and with basic language, word repetition, and great illustrations, it's perfect for shared reading with a child.
Not Another Boring Princess
Sharon Cohen - 2013
What happens when a little girl thinks her mother's bedtime story about a princess is too boring?She explains her what real princesses are like!This is a charming and funny children's eBook that little girls ages 2 -6 who love princesses will enjoy, and parents will take delight in its empowering message.
Please Please the Bees
Gerald Kelley - 2017
Every morning the bees leave a jar of honey on his doorstep, and every day he has honey for breakfast and honey in his tea. It’s an important part of his day. But all that changes when the bees go on strike. Now it’s up to Benedict to listen to the bees, and he realizes there’s a lot more he could be doing to help them. So he fixes up the hive and learns to be a better beekeeper. Will the bees be pleased?
Astronaut Annie
Suzanne Slade - 2018
But, she must keep it a secret until Friday! So curious family members each ask Annie for a clue. Convinced that she’ll be a news reporter like he once was, Grandpop gives her his old camera and notebook to use for her presentation. Grandma is sure Annie wants to be a champion baker like her, so she offers a mixing bowl and oven mitts to Annie. Hopeful she'll become the mountain climber he aspired to be, Dad gives Annie an old backpack. Mom presents Annie with a pair of high-top sneakers to pursue Mom's favorite sport in high school — basketball. Grateful for each gift, Annie cleverly finds a way to use them all to create her Career Day costume. When the big day arrives, Annie finally reveals her out-of-this-world dream to everyone.(Fountas Pinnell Level M)
I Am Goose!
Dorothia Rohner - 2020
“Are you kidding me? I am Goose!” A literal-minded goose derails a favorite childhood game—Duck, Duck, Goose—by objecting when Pig, Fox, Dodo, and other players are tapped as “Goose.” Distraction, squabbling, and asking for snacks threaten to end the game completely. Bossy Rabbit restores calm, but Goose doesn’t understand what the problem is until he gets a taste of his own medicine as several ducks arrive and join in, each insisting, “I am Duck!” Engaging animal characters cavort through this spirited, laugh-aloud romp.
Ninja on the Farm
Luke Flowers - 2016
Moby wants to help Farmer Bob, but what if his ninja skills aren't right for the job? Then the cows break down the gate-can Moby use his ninja tricks to save the day before the runaway cows ruin the farm? Rhyming text and energetic full-color artwork make this the perfect book for young readers!
Gilbert The Hero
Jane Clarke - 2010
His baby brother, Finn, is too small to join in with any of his games, so when Mallett suggests a game of skating, he decides to leave Finn alone and join in. Soon an enormous orca appears and it has Finn in its sight. Can Gilbert reach Finn in time to save him?
Mrs. Claus Takes the Reins
Sue Fliess - 2018
Will Christmas have to be canceled? Not this year! Because Mrs. Claus is ready to take the reins in Santa’s place. With a plan in mind, Mrs. Claus assembles the crew, maps out the route, and preps the sleigh. Then, with a snap of the reins, she shoots off into the night. Delivering gifts all over the world without Santa’s magic won’t be easy, but Mrs. Claus proves she has some holiday sparkle of her own…With lively rhyming text and adorable artwork, this delightful Christmas adventure will get kids into the holiday spirit.
Goodnight, Ark
Laura Sassi - 2014
Kids will enjoy the rhymed story where, as storm gets louder, boars, quails, elephants, snakes, and a few other furry friends join Noah in bed in search of comfort.This adorable children’s book:Is perfect for ages 0-4Features eye-catching illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Jane ChapmanIs an ideal read-aloud bedtime tale, especially to help settle little ones who don’t like stormsGreat for baby showers, baptisms, holiday gifts for Christmas or Easter, and birthdaysAuthor Laura Sassi brings a new dimension to one of the Bible’s most popular stories, giving a delightful glimpse into the emotional bond between Noah and the animals in his care.And if you enjoyed Goodnight, Ark, be sure to check out Goodnight, Manger as well!
Dragon's Alphabet Soup: Learn ABCs with Eric the Dragon
Rachel Yu - 2010
The beautiful and adorable illustrations will charm your little ones into visiting this ABC book over and over again. This is a definite must have book for your favorite preschooler to 1st grader.