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When Charley Met Grampa


Amy Hest - 2013
    Henry can’t wait! He sets out with Charley, his beloved pup, pulling a sled for Grampa’s suitcase. To pass time at the station, Henry tells Charley about Grampa -- how he has the longest feet and snores wild, and how he doesn’t know how to be friends with a dog. At last Grampa arrives, but when a sudden gust of wind blows his hat away, Charley disappears into the whirling snow -- and returns, to their relief, carrying Grampa’s green cap! With lyrical simplicity, Amy Hest narrates a small, turning moment in the life of a child and a grandparent, while Helen Oxenbury renders every gesture and detail with signature warmth and charm.

A Chick 'n' Pug Christmas


Jennifer Sattler - 2014
    Chick wants one just like it . . . until Pug explains how Santa delivers presents to kids everywhere all in one night, and Chick can't believe his ears. Clearly, Santa Claus is a superhero! And Chick wants to be his fearless sidekick. Spreading holiday cheer is no easy feat, but Chick is ready and willing, even if Pug, of course, would rather nap.Brimming with the same humor and charm fans have come to know from their favorite dynamic duo, readers will delight in this new adventure as Chick and Pug celebrate the holiday season.

Lottie Paris and the Best Place


Angela Johnson - 2013
    The library! She loves to go there and read about space. She knows there are rules at the library, but sometimes they are not so easy to follow. The library is Carl’s favorite place, too. And he loves to read about dinosaurs. When Lottie and Carl meet, they become fast friends. Now Lottie reads about dinosaurs, and Carl loves space! After joyously introducing Lottie Paris in Lottie Paris Lives Here, Angela Johnson and Scott Fischer have created a brand-new world for Lottie to dream in—alongside a brand-new friend.

Santa's Claws


M.J. Ware - 2012
    Recipe for death – Sam learns an important lesson about ticking off the lunch lady.Monitor Mayhem – There's something strange about the new baby monitor, but will Stephanie figure it out before it's too late?Free Five Chapter Extended Preview of Super Zombie Juice Mega Bomb:When life gives you lemons, kill zombies—turns out lemon juice neutralizes the undead. Best friends Nathan & Misty return home to discover the military has destroyed the bridges out of their rural town & everyone's fled—except a small horde of zombies.Even with the help of the town geek, they'll need more then lemonade-powered Super-Soakers; they'll need the Super Zombie Juice Mega Bomb. These stories are not recommended for kids under 8.

Stop, Train, Stop! a Thomas the Tank Engine Story


Wilbert Awdry - 1995
    When Thomas the Tank Engine decides to bypass his usual stops and speed directly to the end of the line, havoc ensues. Passengers bounce up and down in their seats and in their beds, no one can get on or off the train, and everything in the baggage car gets mixed up!

The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree: An Appalachian Story


Gloria Houston - 1988
    This unforgettable tale, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Barbara Cooney, has become a seasonal classic-a touching and joyful story about courage and the power of family.

Pinkalicious: Fashion Fun


Victoria Kann - 2016
    But when Mommy asks them to find something else to do, Pinkalicious comes up with a pinkerrific idea! She and her friends create pinkatastic outfits from household items, like coffee filters and macaroni.Pinkalicious: Fashion Fun is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences!

Glamourpuss


Sarah Weeks - 2015
    And she knows how to strike a pose.Glamourpuss loves being the center of attention. So when an unwelcome guest (a dog, no less!) steals the spotlight with some tasteless bow-wowing and undignified tail-wagging, Glamourpuss worries that she's going to fall out of fashion. Is there room for only one superstar in this mansion? When Glamourpuss makes her most majestic move to find out, the result is pure purrfection.

Boats on the Bay


Jeanne Walker Harvey - 2018
    Inspired by the San Francisco Bay but with universal appeal, the book features a spectacular double-spread gatefold finale showing a boat parade and fireworks glowing against a city backdrop.

Every-Day Dress-Up


Selina Alko - 2011
    Maybe someday she'll inspire little girls with her own gown of greatness.

Goggles: The Bear Who Dreamed of Flying


Jonathan Gunson - 2019
    Then one day, he discovers a BIG SECRET that means his dream might just come true...The perfect picture book for parents and grandparentsThis sweet book will be loved by both boys and girls, age 3 - 9. It is written to inspire children's imagination and encourage them to follow their dreams, making it a magical experience when reading it to them.Beautiful, illustrations with hidden surprises!There are bears hidden in the clouds, a mischievous mouse on every page, an amazing fantasy airplane, and an animated honey jar in the page corners: Just flip the pages, and magically, the honey jar fills up!Plus: Special history page about the famous Wright BrothersThe bears in the story are the first bears to fly, so they're called "The Wright Bears", after the famous Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, the first people to fly. There's a dedication page to the brothers, with photographs of their famous plane "The Wright Flyer."More flying bears coming soon...The series includes a teddy bear picnic, bear magic, and bear pirates. Kids will cherish the books and learn from the fun-to-read stories.

Mighty Truck


Chris Barton - 2016
    Foomp, his tires pumped up, and vroom, his engine revved, andKa-Boom!muddy old Clarence transformed into the mighty-fast, mighty-strong, mighty-awesome Mighty Truck! With his laser-bright headlights and turbo speed, Mighty Truck can take on any challenge.Mighty Truck is an all-wheel-drive adventure illustrated by Troy Cummings and written by award-winning, bestselling author Chris Barton.

Snow Queen


Ken T. Seth - 2015
    We produce the popular stories as new. More importantly, We provide 2 options for endings for our bedtime reading for kids. We believe this book will help your child become a creative thinker and a good learner. Scroll up and grab a copy today

Chicken and Cat


Sara Varon - 2006
    The city is exciting (and there's so much to do!) but after a while Cat pines for the country with its trees and bright colors. Chicken takes Cat on fun adventures but Cat remains blue. How can Chicken make the city a brighter and happier place for Cat to live in? When Cat gets the idea to plant a garden in an empty lot, the city blooms, and so does Chicken and Cat's friendship. With perfect doses of charm and simplicity, emerging artist Sara Varon captures the intricacies and sweetness of friendship.

Keeping the City Going


Brian Floca - 2021
    Outside we see the city we know, but not as we’ve seen it before. The once hustling and bustling streets are empty. Well, almost empty. Around the city there are still people, some, out and about. These are the people keeping us safe. Keeping us healthy. Keeping our mail and our food delivered. Keeping our grocery stores stocked. Keeping the whole city going.