Children’s: picture books, activity books

Book SynopsisGraduation day is finally here! The Little Blue Engine, the Yellow Passenger Engine, and the Red Freight Engine are excited to take their final test of Engine School: making their first solo trip over the mountain. But each engine encounters different challenges and obstacles on their journey.

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Book SynopsisAfter 682 years of faithful service, Miss Lotty is retiring from guarding books. But before she can check out of Sunrise Elementary for good, disaster strikes. Someone has ordered that all the books be removed from the library and replaced with machines! It''s enough to make Lotty feel a little... dragon-like! When she bursts into a fiery rage, only one thing can make her shed her scales: assurance that someone will fight to keep her precious books in the hands of Sunrise''s children. A surprise appearance from Lotty''s old friend Molly Brickmeyer reassures her that changes will be made for the better. Carmen Agra Deedy''s humorous tale is paired with Michael P. White''s lively illustrations to create a sequel that conveys a timely take on technology that will resonate with librarians and students alike.

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Book SynopsisIn Larry the adorable pooch''s latest adventure, he goes on vacation with Pete and the family to Philadelphia, home of the Liberty Bell and other great American historical landmarks.  As usual, in hot pursuit of a tempting treat, Larry gets separated and frantically tries to find them again.  Along the way he discovers some of the city''s most fun and interesting landmarks and cultural attractions, including:City Hall (+Penn statue)Ben Franklin BridgePhilliesLiberty BellIndependence HallPat''s and Geeno''sBetsy Ross HouseRittenhouse SquareOldenberg ClothespinElevated TrainLove ParkArt Museum + Rocky StatueZoo

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Book SynopsisHungry readers discover delicious and distinct recipes in this witty companion to Eat Your Math Homework. Beginning with an overview of the scientific method and a primer in lab (sorry, kitchen) safety, this light-hearted cookbook will inspire a hunger for knowledge! A main text explains upper-elementary science concepts, including subatomic particles, acids and bases, black holes, and more. Alongside six kid-friendly recipes which encourage experiental learning and visual thinking, side-bars encourage readers to also experiment and explore outside of the kitchen. A review, glossary, and index make the entire book easy to digest.

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Book SynopsisLearn to count in this “icky” introduction to bugs and numbers now in a board book format perfect for little hands. For most children, insects and the small world they inhabit is endlessly creepy, crawly, and fascinating. Best-selling author Jerry Pallotta delivers a fun first concepts book that uncovers the wild world of bugs and insects. From the Zebra Swallowtail Butterfly to Yellowjacket Flies, readers will learn intriguing facts while practicing their numbers. Pallotta’s signature witty yet scientific text paired with Masiello’s vivid and detailed illustrations makes this exploration of all things creepy-crawly one that will keep readers engaged and curious as they learn about the natural world of bugs.

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Book SynopsisAggie and Ben are back with a new boy-and-his-dog adventure told in three short chapters just right for early and beginning readers. Ben and Aggie are playing fetch in the park. But when Ben throws the ball too far, Aggie doesn''t come back! Ben looks and looks, but he cannot find her. It is the worst day ever. Ben''s sadness turns into determination as he retraces his steps, makes posters, and enlists other people to help turn Aggie from a lost pup a found one.Dormer''s understated illustrations mixed with Ries'' playful text tells the story of the special bond between a boy and his loyal, loveable dog. Young readers will delight in the continuing adventures of Aggie and Ben.

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Book SynopsisFor fans of all things that go this noisy alphabet book explores construction equipment from A to Z. Find out about these construction machines and more, from a huge saw that cuts through roads to a massive vacuum that sucks up boulders. You''ll even learn a quick and easy recipe for concrete. Rock crushers, jackhammers, and wrecking balls will delight the youngest of readers learning their ABCs.Jerry Pallotta''s trademark humor punctuates the informative text. Vibrant oil paintings bring to life a busy construction site.

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Book SynopsisA child who isn t following the rules is a child who s always in trouble. This book starts with simple reasons why we have rules: to help us stay safe, learn, be fair, and get along. Then it presents just four basic rules: Listen, Best Work, Hands and Body to Myself, and Please and Thank You. The focus throughout is on the positive sense of pride that comes with learning to follow rules. Includes questions and activities adults can use to reinforce the ideas and skills being taught. Now children and adults can enjoy our most popular Learning to Get Along books in English and Spanish. The Free Spirit Learning to Get Along series helps children learn, understand, and practice basic social and emotional skills. Real-life situations, lots of diversity, and concrete examples make these read-aloud books appropriate for all homes, childcare settings, and primary classrooms as well as special education, including settings with children on the autism spectrum. Presented in a social story format, each of the bilingual Learning to Get Along books includes a special section for adults in both English and Spanish, with discussion questions, games, activities, and tips that reinforce improving social skills.

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Book SynopsisFor fans of Busy Toes comes Busy Fingers an early concepts book about the handiness of thumbs and fingers perfect for toddlers and preschoolers alike. From finger-painting, to the itsy-bitsy spider, to waving good-bye and signing ‘I love you’ little ones will learn all that their tiny fingers can do. Lush chalk illustrations depict a variety of children learning, squishing, playing, and working with their hands. The small board book format is perfect for toddlers who will love flipping the pages and intimating the busy fingers with their own.

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Book SynopsisEveryone loves chocolate, right? But how many people actually know where chocolate comes from? How it’s made? Or that monkeys do their part to help this delicious sweet exist?This delectable dessert comes from cocoa beans, which grow on cocoa trees in tropical rain forests. But those trees couldn’t survive without the help of a menagerie of rain forest critters: a pollen-sucking midge, an aphid-munching anole lizard, brain-eating coffin fly maggots—they all pitch in to help the cocoa tree survive. A secondary layer of text delves deeper into statements such as "Cocoa flowers can’t bloom without cocoa leaves . . . and maggots," explaining the interdependence of the plants and animals in the tropical rain forests. Two wise-cracking bookworms appear on every page, adding humor and further commentary, making this book accessible to readers of different ages and reading levels.Back matter includes information about cocoa farming and rain forest preservation, as well as an author’s note.

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Book SynopsisFans of Guess How Much I Love You will love figuring out how long forever is alongside Mason and Grandpa.Mason is waiting for Nana''s blueberry pie and complains that it''s taking forever. So Grandpa challenges him to figure out how long forever really is. Is it as long as Grandpa has had his tractor? No. As long as it took Nana to grow the roses to the top of the chimney? Not even close. After a trip around the farm to figure out the answer, Nana''s pie is ready. And Mason''s finally got the answer: forever is how long he''ll love Nana''s pie and how long he''ll love Nana and Grandpa, too.

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Book SynopsisWatch out, mice! This cat is a sumo champion!A stray kitty gets a job in a sumo stable, chasing mice in exchange for food. But when eating like a sumo wrestler slows our feline hero down, he realizes he must train like a wrestler, too. Through hard work and perseverance--and with a little help from a big buddy--SumoKitty is born! A funny and heartwarming story inspired by the Japanese saying "Fall down seven times, stand up eight."

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Book SynopsisBunny is hopping for joy! He''s found an egg perfect for Easter decorating. But when it starts hatching, Bunny is in for a big surprise...At home in the Georgia wetlands, Bunny is thrilled to find a surprise egg, and he''s quick to decorate it just in time for Easter. After all, the egg isn''t Goose''s, Heron''s, or Osprey''s. The egg begins to move, shake, and crack--what could it be?  This sweet, Easter story with a wetlands twist, is the perfect addition to any springtime collection. 

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Book SynopsisRSVP and have a ball--a moth ball--while studying moths in your own backyard!Kids are usually asleep when moths come out at night. But discovering the diverse moth population is simple--stay up late and set up a party for moths! Nature centers and museums host events called moth balls each summer, but kids can create their own right at home. Captivating photographs show how to lure in moths to study them. Direct address to the reader shows kids the magic of science found at home.

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Book SynopsisA Navajo family welcomes a new baby into the family with love and ceremony, eagerly waiting for that first special laugh. Includes brief description of birth customs in different cultures.

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Book SynopsisCatchy rhymes and visual cues introduce young readers to the people they''ll encounter as they embark on their first day of school.Spot A+ clues on the clothesline to identify all the people who make starting school so much fun! A follow-up to Clothesline Clues to Jobs People Do and Clothesline Clues to Sports People Play, the clues in each lively verse can be spotted hanging from the clotheslines. From teacher to custodian, from crossing guard to new friends, who wears what?

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Book SynopsisA nonfiction guessing game that explores the connections between an animal, its tracks, and its habitat.Written by a mammalogist at the Smithsonian, this clever preschool page-turner pairs seven tracks with information about the animals'' locomotion, asking kids to guess which animal left which tracks behind. Whose Footprint Is That? reveals the animals--ranging from flamingos to kangaroos--in their own habitats.

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Book SynopsisClever poems tell the story of one inquisitive child''s quest to start just the right collection to share at school.While everyone else is excited about presenting their treasures, one creative elementary schooler is stressed about her class''s show-and-tell assignment. How is she supposed to share her collection if she doesn''t collect anything? Polling her parents, visiting with Granny and Grandpa, and searching for the secret behind her siblings'' obsession with baseball cards, she discovers she does, in fact, have something to share: a collection of stories and poems!

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Book SynopsisA little boy patiently offers food and comfort to an abused stray dog that struggles to trust humans again, a dual effort that leads to a worried search for an owner and a loving new friendship. By the author of The Cat With Seven Names. Simultaneous eBook.

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Book SynopsisA little boy sits down with his family to embark on the many traditions of their Passover Seder before symbolically opening the front door to welcome the prophet Elijah and discovering a stray kitten who needs a home. Illustrations.

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Book SynopsisIn a bustling, urban neighborhood, count the ways one little lot becomes a beautiful community vegetable garden.Count all the ways (one to ten) an urban community unites to clean up an abandoned lot. From building planter boxes to pulling weeds to planting seeds, everyone works together to transform the lot into a bountiful vegetable garden. As the garden grows, strangers become friends, eventually sharing in a special feast with the harvest they grew.

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Book SynopsisIf you can find a worm, then you can be a biologist!Foster a love of animals and science with this charming activity guide for finding and observing earthworms. Hands-on experiments help young biologists answer questions like "Which end is which?" and "Do worms make noise?" Insider tips encourage readers to think like a scientist and handle living things with care. Equally entertaining with or without a worm friend.

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Book SynopsisTwelve kids. A dozen bedtimes. Endless sweet ways to say goodnight with science!Spark curiosity and exploration with this innovative bedtime story for budding scientists that introduces eleven branches of science. From astronomy to physics to chemistry to geology, this STEM picture book will help kids get excited to explore. Includes further information about each branch of science.

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Book SynopsisA snoozy, lovey, cuddly, cozy, kissy, huggy, dozy bedtime, with a good night’s rest and sweet dreams for all are guaranteed by the many soothing rituals illustrated in this charming board book, part of the Good Night series. Children relax in warm sudsy baths, brush their teeth and hair, don their favorite pajamas, collect their beloved stuffed animals and blankies, wish upon a star, listen to lullabies, and—most importantly—are embraced by their family’s love before nodding off. Shhh...This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Delhi highlights Janpath Market, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Lodi Gardens, Humayun''s Tomb, Deer Park, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, National Zoo, Old Fort, Bahá''í Temple, the National Rail Museum, and more. This educational board book explores all of the sites and iconic landmarks this dynamic city has to offer. Welcome to the capital of India!This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes. Many of India''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for India''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Bulldozers features crawlers, wheeled dozers, construction sites, mines, rock quarries, and construction operators. Also included are loaders, diggers, graders, off-highway trucks, cranes, dump trucks, steamrollers, and more. Young construction buffs will squeal with delight as they ride their favorite bulldozers and other heavy machinery through the jobsite and then peacefully back to bed. Go bulldozers! This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Soccer includes soccer fields, soccer balls, passing, kicking, dribbling, heading the ball, shooting, goalkeeping, scoring, playing defense and offense, soccer competition, soccer moms and dads, equipment and clothing, stadiums, fans, referees, and more. It''s soccer time! This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.This charming board book introduces young children to the popular game of soccer. Little ones will be zigzagging around the soccer field while learning about this exciting sport.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Aerospace Museum highlights the lunar module, lunar rover, astronauts, Wright Flyer, WWII planes, jumbo jets, fighter jets, gliders, helicopters, rockets, space capsules, satellites, the space shuttle, and more. Get ready to fly the friendly skies, and roam through the deepest regions of space.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.This fun and educational board book tours young readers around an aerospace museum, leaving no moon rock unturned.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Honolulu features- Waikiki Beach, Honolulu Zoo, Hanauma Bay, Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona, Mighty MO, Diamond Head, Waikiki Aquarium, Manoas Falls, Bishop Museum, King Kamehameha Statue and more. Grab your surfboard and let''s head to everyone''s favorite South Pacific city. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for the continent''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.This tropical board book explores the unique culture of Honolulu while discovering its historic and fascinating landmarks. Aloha!

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Book SynopsisGood NIght Maui features Ka''anapali Beach, sea turtles humpback whales, Maui Ocean Center, surfers, zipliners, Haleakala Crater Molakini Crater, local foods, Lahaina Banyan Court Park, the Road to Hana, Waianapanapa State Park, Wailua Falls, Whalers Village, and more. Welcome to the enchanted of island Maui. This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for the continent''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Children of all ages will ride the tradewinds around the island exploring famous beaches, attractions and historic landmarks. Aloha!

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Book SynopsisGood Night Nashville features the Cumberland River, Nashville Zoo, Belle Meade Plantation, Centennial Park, Country Music Hall of Fame, Grand Old Opry, Ryman Auditorium, Adventure Science Center, Tennessee State Fair, downtown Nashville, and more. Welcome to one of the most charming cities in southern US.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting, child-friendly themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for the continent''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Little one''s will be treated to a personal tour of all their favorite sites and attractions. And don''t forget the guitar!

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Book SynopsisGood Night Love features marital love, friendship love, love for a sibling, love for one''s baby, love for grandparents, love for teachers, love of nature, self-love, Valentine''s Day, love for a pet, love of the stars and moon, and more! This adorable board book teaches the joys of everyday love while sending little ones off to a peaceful night''s sleep.This book is part of the Good Night Our World Series, which includes hundred of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young readers are sure to fall in love with this charming board book that explores themes of everyone''s favorite feeling... love!

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Book SynopsisGood Night Coral Reef explores hard and soft coral reefs, Caribbean spiny lobster, shrimp, sea turtles, octopuses, sea cucumbers, starfish, eels, rays, algae, sponges, reef fish, sharks, and more. Welcome to the world of coral reefs. Grab your wetsuit, scuba tank, and snorkeling mask, and get ready to dive into the "rainforest of the sea!" This book is part of the Good Night Our World Series, which includes hundred of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.This enriching and educational board book will dazzle little ocean explorers with the splendors of the coral reef while lulling them to sleep.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Arkansas features wildlife, the Arkansas State Fair, Bull Shoals Lake, Hot Springs National Park, Scott Family Amazeum, Blanchard Springs Caverns, Arkansas Museum of Discovery, the University of Arkansas and more! This engaging and educational board book takes readers on a tour of "the Natural State," including beautiful wildlife throughout Ozark National Forest and the Ouachita Mountains. Go, little Hogs!This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Welcome to Arkansas! Young Arkansans and visitors will be enchanted by the journey through "the Natural State" in this bedtime board book.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Forest explores maple trees, oak trees, evergreens, and redwood trees, along with hiking trails, fall foliage, snowy forests, pine cones, animals, black bears, squirrels, woodpecker, deer, and more! Put your hiking boots on and get ready to experience the seasons of the forest in this nature-filled bedtime story. This book is part of the Good Night Our World Series, which includes hundred of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.This charming board book is sure to inspire the most curious of little nature lovers.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Moose highlights the moose life cycle, moose calves, yearlings, adult moose, bull moose and cows, antlers, fur, moose hooves, a typical moose meal, moose tracks, moose in different habitats, and more! Welcome to the wonderful world of the moose!This book is part of the Good Night Our World Series, which includes hundred of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young moose lovers will treasure this educational board book filled with exciting facts and colorful art!

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Book SynopsisGood Night Unicorns highlights unicorn forests, unicorn families, unicorn horns, unicorn food, fairy princesses, unicorn fur, unicorn eyes, rainbow unicorns, healing unicorns, alicorns, snowy mountain unicorns, and more. This dazzling and colorful board book teaches young children about the mystical and imaginative world of unicorns while following the structure of a traditional bedtime story. Your little reader will fall asleep dreaming of sparkles and rainbows!This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Prepare to expand your young reader''s imagination with this colorful and exciting board book, dedicated to everyone''s favorite magical creature... the unicorn!

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Book SynopsisGood Night Cape Cod National Seashore explores sandy beaches, kettle ponds, salt marshes, woodlands, lighthouses, park rangers, biking trails, wildlife including whales, beach grass, piping plovers, harbor seals, and more. From Chatham Light all the way to Race Point Beach, this enriching and colorful board book introduces little nature enthusiasts to the natural wonders of Cape Cod National Seashore.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Young nature and beach lovers alike will marvel at the beauty of Cape Cod National Seashore in this engaging and educational board book.

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Book SynopsisGood Night Zion National Park explores Court of the Patriarchs, Observation Point, the Narrows, Riverside Walk, Checkerboard Mesa, the Subway, Angels Landing, rock squirrels, porcupines, rattlesnakes, mule deer, park rangers, and more. This engaging and educational board book takes tiny adventurers on a journey through one of America''s most beloved national parks; from rappelling the canyons to identifying wildlife and soaking in the incredible natural sights, young readers will be amazed by the wonders of Zion National Park.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Many of North America''s most beloved regions are artfully celebrated in these board books designed to soothe children before bedtime while instilling an early appreciation for North America''s natural and cultural wonders. Each book stars a multicultural group of people visiting the featured area''s attractions as rhythmic language guides children through the passage of both a single day and the four seasons while saluting the iconic aspects of each place.Taking children on a spectacular tour of Zion National Park within the enriching pages of this board book is a wonderful way to prepare for a trip to Utah''s first national park or to remember time spent at this natural treasure.

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