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Where's My Tushy?


Deborah Aronson - 2014
    "In one little town (it is sad but it's true), The tushies left town without leaving a clue." What happens when all the tushies in an unusual town decide to take a vacation?

Ghostbusters (Ghostbusters) (Little Golden Book)


John Sazaklis - 2016
    Now, for the first time ever, boys and girls ages 3 to 7 can enjoy the classic" Ghostbusters" in a lighthearted Little Golden Book retelling that will introduce them to Slimer, Ecto-1, and, of course, the Ghostbusters!

My Cat Copies Me


Yoon-duck Kwon - 2007
    Both children and parents will appreciate how the cat soothes the little girl and silently encourages her to explore the bigger world and experience new things.

Leo SuperHero - A Sunday Morning Adventure


TheBrothers - 2013
    His cat, Milkshake, wakes him up and leads him to the kitchen where he finds something special. This is the beginning of Leo and Milkshake’s short adventure in the house and the back yard. This is a wonderful story for children.The story teaches children the importance of patience and love of others (they will meet a cat that does not always chase mice) and they will learn how Leo improvises, creatively using objects that he has learnt about.

Eloise Wilkin's Mother Goose


Eloise Wilkin - 1961
    Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes book w/ illustrations by Eloise Wilkin.A Little Golden book.

Road Builders


B.G. Hennessy - 1994
    Then you'll see all the trucks up close--cement mixers, bulldozers, dump trucks, graders, pavers--and learn what each one does. And finally, you'll watch a bustling new road come to life!"A splendid introduction to a world that many children find riveting."--Publishers Weekly

Blaze and the Forest Fire: Billy and Blaze Spread the Alarm


C.W. Anderson - 1969
    Anderson.Billy and Blaze are more than just friends—they’re heroes! When they spot smoke in the brush, they race through the woods to sound the alarm. At the end of the day, Billy and Blaze are rewarded for their bravery—with carrots for Blaze, chocolate cake for Billy, and a very special present that they can share. Blaze and the Forest Fire is part of the classic Billy and Blaze series. Sensitive drawings and easy-to-read words capture the warmth and special understanding between a boy and his horse.

LeBron James: The Boy Who Became King


Anthony Curcio - 2016
    This Fully illustrated picture book biography tells the story of a young boy and his loving, single mother and their struggle to make it on their own. With the help of a coach and his family, LeBron is introduced to the game of basketball. Against all odds, “the kid from Akron” not only makes it to the NBA but becomes a basketball legend who now helps others who are struggling like he and his mother once were. Children's/Kids Picture Book Biography K-6

The Case of the Cat's Meow


Crosby Newell Bonsall - 1965
    The four members of the Private Eyes Club—Skinny, Wizard, Snitch, and Tubby—solve the baffling case of the missing cat.

Little Rabbit Lost


Harry Horse - 2002
    Little Rabbit is excited by the noise, color, and crowded activity of the park. He insists he is a big rabbit now and ignores his parents' warnings to stay close. But when he suddenly finds himself all alone, he doesn't feel quite so grown up anymore.Harry Horse's colorful and buoyant illustrations vividly depict Little Rabbit's growing excitement and bring to life the infectious atmosphere of the amusement park. Readers will cheer Little Rabbit's triumphant reunion with his beloved family and will identify easily with the young character's conflicting desire for independence and his need of loving supervision.

The Jolly Mon: Book and Musical CD


Jimmy Buffett - 1988
    But these gifts can't save him from treacherous pirates. For that, he will need the help of a very special dolphin.A perfect gift for Jimmy Buffett fans young and old, this beloved tale is now packaged as a hardcover book with a reading by Jimmy Buffett accompanied by an original musical score performed by his lead musicians.Book Details: Format: Book+CD Publication Date: 7/1/2006 Pages: 32 Reading Level: Age 4 and Up

The Magic School Bus Sleeps for the Winter


Eva Moore - 2005
    Frizzle always takes her class on cool trips. This time, they head to Animal Land Park, and the bus turns into a bear. When it starts to get cold, the bear goes to sleep. What should the class do?Hop on the Magic School Bus and learn all about how different kinds of animals survive through the winter.

Titanic


Melissa Stewart - 2012
    National Geographic Readers are high-interest, exciting, and easy to read. The latest in the series, Titanic is no exception. Just in time for the 100th anniversary of the Olympic-class passenger liner's ill-fated journey, this title is replete with brilliant photographs and exclusive in-depth coverage including Bob Ballard's 1985 discovery. Brought to you only as National Geographic can, the industrial feat of the powerful ship, the tragedy of the wreckage, and the fascinating stories of survival bring the historical significance of the Titanic to a new audience in this level 3 reader.

Five Little Pumpkins


Ben Mantle - 2009
    The first said, My, it's getting late! ... Count with the pumpkins from one to five as they each experience the fun and spookiness of Halloween night! Spot-laminated pumpkins shine on the cover of this spirited padded board book.The soft padded covers, rounded corners and sturdy board pages make this title a perfect fit for preschoolers!

The Usborne Big Book of Big Dinosaurs


Alex Frith - 2010
    Open the huge fold-out pages to discover some of the longest, heaviest and most terrifying of all creatures-from the mighty brachiosaurus to the fearsome tyrannosaurus.