Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories

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Book SynopsisIn this rollicking, book-loving adventure, the children of Triple Creek take charge to keep hope alive and give their town the greatest future of all. From master storyteller Patricia Polacco, author of Thank You, Mr. Falker, comes a tribute to the power of books and the children who love them.Everyone in Triple Creek loves TV. Everyone, that is, except for Eli's Aunt Chip, who doesn't even own one. In fact, the townspeople love their TVs so much that Aunt Chip has taken to bed in protest for the past fifty years!It's only when Aunt Chip learns that everyone in town has forgotten how to read that she decides she can rest no longer. She teaches Eli to read, and the other children are so amazed at this magic that they want to learn too. But when they go to the old dam to get more books, they and the other townspeople get a surprise they never expected. A charming yet powerful story, for any family, kid, teacher, or librarian who truly believes in the power of books.

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Book SynopsisThe Cat in the Hat imagines throwing himself a birthday party with Thing One and Thing Two and 26 Little Cats as his helpers in this hilarious new Beginner Book that's perfect for birthdays and gift-giving all year long!Everyone loves a birthday party, including the Cat in the Hat! And in this funny easy-reader, the Cat imagines throwing himself the birthday-est birthday party in ALL HISTORY! From invitations that (literally) fly themselves to guests to pony rides down giant slides (Pony Slides) to a Balooner that baloonifies guests, the Cat's one-of-a-kind party will bring whoops of joy to all who attend AND to beginning readers everywhere!A perfect, cheerful choice for reading all year long, this rhymed beginning reader makes an ideal birthday gift that will delight Dr. Seuss fans, Cat in the Hat-fanciers, and anyone who loves a good party!Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.

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Book SynopsisScaredy Squirrel is exactly the character children need today—a little bit anxious, a lot adorable, and totally lovable. They will laugh along in this picture book as Scaredy learns to brave the doctor for his regular check-up!Scaredy exercises, eats healthy foods, and stays very, very safe.  But even healthy squirrels need to get a regular check up! Going to the vet can be scaaary, especially if you're Scaredy.As young listeners see Scaredy face his fears in the silliest of ways, they gain perspective and courage, empowering them to tackle their own worries with a big smile.

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