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A sweet story about being true to yourself and making new friends. For superheroes ages 3 years and up.Pete wants to go on a playdate. He waits, and he waits, and he waits for an invitation. But when new neighbors move in, he reveals his superpowers and makes things happen!

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A familiar story about first-day-of-school fears and the kind of friendship that helps you overcome them. For children ages 4 years and up. It’s the first day of school and Max is terrified! But he’s sure that Mr. Kalamazoo, his stuffed bear, will protect him. Only . . . not so much. Things get totally wild! Luckily, just when it looks like the day will be a complete disaster, a mysterious classmate opens her backpack . . .

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An inspiring book about the colors of life. For crafters and artists ages 5 years and up.Mr. Mo wants to build special houses, creative and colorful. But the people in the village always choose a dull, gray design. One day, Mr. Mo has had enough. He starts building a high wall . . . What’s he doing behind that wall?

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A sweet story about helping others and finding our own wings to fly. For little animal friends ages 5 years and up. Mika is very shy and doesn't have the courage to play with the other kids. She sits under her favorite tree and sees the dragonflies swoop by. Then she spots a truly beautiful one, but . . . this dragonfly is missing a wing. Maybe she can help it!

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"A warmhearted conversation starter of a book." - Kirkus Reviews “Encouraging forgiveness and celebrating strength in numbers, this cheerful book’s illustrations include surreal touches and muted colors, easing the audience into their messages.” – Foreword Reviews Every day Corey wears an orange cape. Even at bedtime. Even at school. The other children tease him, but Corey doesn't mind. After all, he wears his cape for a reason . . . Billy would rip the cape off every day. And every day, Corey would show up with a new cape. Then, one of the boys found the very noble reason why Corey was wearing a cape. An inspiring book about courage, caring, and the hero inside everyone. For superheroes ages 5 and up.

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"A cozy-enough bedtime story" - Kirkus Reviews "Pablo the rhinoceros just can’t fall asleep. His friends are not particularly helpful. Add this one to your collection of bedtime stories. It has the familiar comfortable elements, yet it includes different animals. When was the last time you read a bedtime story about a rhinoceros? It can't miss!" - Blitstein Institute "A cute book about how a rhino can't fall asleep because his friends are being too noisy. This would be a nice story time book." - Lorain Public Library System Pablo is tired. But he can’t sleep because his friends are too busy or make too much noise. Angrily, Pablo walks off. In the desert, everything is quiet at last. But falling asleep is now completely impossible, since Pablo feels alone and misses his friends … An exotic and colorful story about friendship and sleeplessness. For bad and other sleepers from 4 years up.

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Colorful picture book detailing in simple prose the work a baker does. With fun illustrations and easy to follow steps, kids can understand what a job as a baker entails. Do you love fresh bread and sweet treats? Well, do you know who makes them? A baker! Bakers wake up in the middle of the night to start work each day. There is so much to do to get the delicious baked goods ready for when the shop opens in the morning. A delicious informative picture book about the baker. Guided Reading Level K What do you want to be when you grow up? Liesbet Slegers’s successful book series helps young children search for the answer to that important question. Do you like food and cooking? You might want to be a chef. If you are afraid of heights, becoming a pilot probably isn’t the right career choice. Or maybe you like school so much that you decide to become a teacher? There are so many wonderful careers to choose from! With clear language and cheerful drawings, this series presents many of the most popular professions. Each book is packed with fun facts, new words, and interesting stories of real professionals. Do you know why an astronaut wears such a funny suit? How about why it is so difficult to be a ballerina or a racecar driver? Or why it’s important to visit the dentist twice a year? Read these books to learn the answers to these questions! So . . . what do you want to be when you grow up?

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"With snowy woodland scenes and a chipper protagonist up for any challenge, Onodera brings readers along on a suspenseful ride to a welcoming destination filled with Christmas spirit." - Publishers Weekly "This is a beautifully touching Christmas story stressing the importance of the most meaningful Christmas gift of all. The story is filled with adventure, determination, and the yearning to follow through with your goal while facing one challenge after another. Young students will love this story. It highlights the strength of the little mouse to complete his journey to be with his grandfather for Christmas. The illustrations are eye-catching, alive, and very colorful." - ITEEA It’s almost Christmas Eve. Robin wants to celebrate Christmas Day with his grandfather. But Grandpa lives on the other side of the mountain. So, with his backpack and a lot of courage, Robin takes off on an adventure. An exciting and moving Christmas story about a brave little mouse. For adventurers ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level K

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“An adorable story of friendship and a humorous reminder to respect others' boundaries. Perfect for Halloween or during a sleepover. I plan to share it with my three-year-old grandson.” – Sheila Kaye Hoffman “You Can't Scare Me (Willy & Walter) is a very cute colorful story. Love the cute little spider that is hiding in all pages. Good story about what goes around comes around.” – Pras S “What a fabulous spin on The Boy Who Cried Wolf. Children need a reminder not to be scared at every little thing. Children need a reminder not to overdo it with the drama too. Why not combine the two into one sweet tale and remind them we can all be friends if we put limits on them all? Nicely played.” – Cathi Lipinski Best friends Walter and Willy are having a sleepover. Walter thinks it’s fun to scare Willy. But what happens when the tables get turned? A barely scary story about friendship and respect. For best friends ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level K

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A cute and beautifully illustrated love story, a perfect picture book for this Valentine's Day! "This book was absolutely adorable. Bear loves Squirrel but is too shy to tell her. Instead he leaves her gifts. The pictures are so cute. The text is short and flows well. I think kids will love the story and pictures. So fun." - Julie Valora (Librarian) "A sweet story about being in love but being too scared to let the other person know. Bear loves Squirrel. He brings her presents but can't seem to get up the courage to tell her it is him who is sending them. This would be a great story to share for a Valentine's Day or love themed story time. " - Kasey Gilbert (Librarian) Bear loves Squirrel. He brings her all kinds of presents, but he’s too shy to knock on her door. Squirrel does not know who her secret admirer is. Will Squirrel ever know how Bear feels? A sweet story about being in love and not having the courage to speak up. For honey-buns ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level J

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"Relays a story underscoring the importance of self-respect and confidence." - Publishers Weekly "This book focuses on the protagonist Macie's perceptions of herself. She starts off as a secure, confident young girl until she meets a girl named Penelope who makes her start doubting her beauty. Using a mirror was a helpful way for the illustrator/author to get students to start thinking about the ways they perceive themselves. Self-love is important and this book will help motivate little girls to feel good about themselves." - Josiah Quincy Upper School Good enough was never good enough for Macie. She wanted to be the best. Until the day Macie took a look in the mirror and learned a very important lesson . . . A story about self-respect and confidence, for not-so-perfect kids ages 4 years and up. Guided Reading Level I "Macie is a girl, who wants to be the very, very best. Things get tough when a new girl starts at her school. She talks to her mirror and to her dad and the story shows that as long as you love yourself, things are just fine! The illustrations were quite lovely and the story covers the kind of things I want my daughters to know now at a young age. Very well done" - Lioness of Literacy

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"A high-stepping tribute to friendships, musical and otherwise." - Kirkus Reviews "Ella isn't any ordinary duck. She loves to sing and swing. The problem is, no one else in her family thinks doing those things is appropriate. Ella soon finds herself roaming the pond and trying to fit in with the other singing animals. She soon learns that fitting in can be difficult. It's only when she meets another "outcast" does she learn it's okay to make your own music and swing to your own beat. A picture book young readers will enjoy." - Warsaw Community Public Library Ella is different from her brothers and sisters. Less neat. And less sweet. And she sings her own songs, all day long! The other animals need time to get used to it … An inspiring picture book about music, friendship, and the courage to be yourself. For swinging music makers ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level K

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"A testament of true friendship." - Kirkus Reviews "This delightful story about a girl and her dog will appeal to young readers." - School Library Journal It’s hot outside. Sam and Benny would really like to cool off in the lake. But first Benny has to take swimming lessons and pass his test. And that’s not easy for a dog . . . A funny and endearing story about the friendship between a girl and her dog, and about how much fun it is to swim. For animal lovers and little swimmers ages 4 and up. Guided Reading Level J "This sweet and funny story is about Benny and Sam, a hot day and swimming. Benny is the pup who wants to swim while responsible Sam feels that Benny needs to take lessons before jumping into the pond. What will happen? Young listeners will enjoy finding out and, as a bonus, will see that swimming can be fun!" - JMFB Reviews

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"Straightforward, gentle, useful, and engaging. " - Kirkus Reviews When Grandpa suggests that a caterpillar might die if Christopher puts it in a jar. “Are you going to die, Grandpa?” “Someday, sweetheart. But I hope not too soon.” Their simple exchange covers a lot of philosophical ground. Grandpa allows that “no one really knows” what happens after death, but he tells Christopher that some people think of heaven (“a place without sadness or war”), others of rebirth (“each time, you get wiser”), and others of “nothing” (“the same as before you were born”). The pair discusses the whys of death (“dying is part of life”), birth (“to learn all sorts of things”), and feelings of fear or comfort about dying. An important picture book that gives children free rein to express their questions, fears, thoughts, and ideas about death. For children ages 5 and up. Including an epilogue by the grief therapist Rebecca Dabekaussen, with tips on how to discuss this difficult but inevitable subject with children. Guided Reading Level O

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"“The Brightest Star” by Danielle Schothorst is such a sweet book with darling illustrations about the importance of giving compliments and sharing positive thoughts. Fox and Dog talk about the stars and Dog notices how much more brightly they shine when speaking of something positive. A heartwarming story for young readers ages 5 and up emphasizing kindness toward others and positive thinking. 5/5" - Literary Soirée With a touch of whimsy and a dash of charm, this engaging picture book is sure to warm the hearts of beginning readers everywhere ‘Why are some stars so big and other ones so small?’ Fox asks. ‘Maybe stars are growing,’ Dog answers. ‘When you look at a star and think of something nice, it grows.’ Fox and Dog spend an evening gazing at stars and realize that when they think nice thoughts, the stars grow bigger. They soon discover that the magical power of nice thoughts can be shared with everyone. A warm-hearted story about giving compliments and getting them, and about the magical power of nice thoughts. For daydreamers ages 5 and up.

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Inspired by objects found in her environment, Eva Toorenent creates a fantasy world for young and old. In the soft glimmer of a stream—or in the rustling foliage of a tree—if you know where to look, you will find them. The creatures. With the right eye, a stone turns into a Diestrog egg, and a broken teapot becomes the work of a Shard Demon. Come visit this magical, wonder filled world . . .

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"Young readers who think the dinosaurs are all extinct will appreciate this truthful revelation. Well, truth-y, anyway." - Kirkus Reviews Everyone knows that dinosaurs are extinct. But are they really? What if we told you that they’re still alive, and that some of them even live among us! You need proof? Well, here is an authentic photo album from a long, long time ago that’s now being shared for the very first time. Discover the long-withheld truth in this incredible but true story about DINOSAURS. A funny and illuminating tour of the wonderful world of the dinosaurs. For anyone ages 4 to 250 million years.

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"Outstanding book in all respects...... Sensational pictures absolutely open eyes globally for all students. This book would certainly inspire students to learn more about the history and the wealth of information about people and places around the world. Now I must return to Brazil, mainly to Rio de Janeiro area to visit and tour the MAC! The building intrigues me. Information is brief but detailed enough to inspire students to research more of its history etc. This is a wonderful book for building engineering skills." - ITEEA A building is something that a person has built. Houses, shops, offices ... But do you know what the first houses look like? And what the ancient Greeks and Romans built? In this book, you will learn about the largest, highest, most beautiful, and oldest buildings in the world. You discover why the tower of Pisa is leaning and which building reaches all the way to the clouds. An informative book full of fun facts and special stories about magnificent buildings, with beautiful pictures and nice drawings. For children ages 5 years and up. Guided Reading Level S

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2021 Scree-Free Week Book List Selection! "A kid-friendly reminder of the dark side of connected life." - Kirkus Reviews “Three country bears out for a walk in the woods discover a mysterious device. Inside are pictures, videos, songs, and, best of all, a tally of friends from all over the world. Bruno is immediately enthralled and relishes in the addition of each new “friend” on his phone, ignoring the friends right beside him. When Bruno’s phone loses power, he finds out who his real friends are. This picture book is a cautionary tale for the twenty-first century.” - Foreword Reviews Bruno is very happy when he finds a mobile phone. Suddenly, he has many friends, all over the world! But he spends so much time with his “magic box”, he forgets all about Renzo & Rico. A heartwarming picture book about what makes a real friendship. For children ages 5 years and up. Guided Reading Level K

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"Children’s Book Council’s Hot Off the Press Selection!" Chick wants to feed all the animals. The little giraffe needs help reaching the leaves. The bear loves honey, and the dog gets a big bone to chew on. And then . . . Chick gets hungry too! A sweet and gentle book to satisfy your appetite. For little nibblers ages 12 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"This title also lends itself to a discussion about problem-solving and communicating with friends. This title is recommended for school and public libraries to talk about critical thinking skills and friendship" - School Library Journal Giraffe and Piggy are the best of friends. Piggy wants to give Giraffe a kiss, but Giraffe is too tall. What will Piggy do? An endearing and simple story about friendship. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s emotions. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"This gentle, simple tale features only treats, making it just right for very little trick-or-treaters” - Kirkus Reviews It's Halloween. Luke and Lottie are looking forward to all the fun. They make tasty snacks with Mom and scoop out a jack-o'-lantern with Dad. Then it's time to dress up and go trick-or-treating. Come along with Luke and Lottie for a night of Halloween celebration! A cheerful and simple story about Halloween. For brave ghosts and witches ages 3 and up. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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A new book in the Little White Fish series, which has sold over 600,000 copies in twenty countries! Everything in the sea is beautiful. Little Goldfish adores the coral. And Little Starfish loves the seashells. But what does Little White Fish think is the most beautiful of all? A simple and sweet book about beautiful things and beautiful friendship. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"Perfect for toddlers to flip through the sturdy pages, Little Bear is sure to delight the youngest of readers." - YA & Kids Book Central Little Bear wants to grow. He asks Neighbor Bear, Grandma Bear, and Uncle Bear for advice. They all have wonderful tips. But nothing seems to work . . . Luckily, Mommy Bear and Daddy Bear know what to do. An amusing book about growing a little bit, and about lots of big hugs. For toddlers ages 30 months and up. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"Delightful story to read as a family during the toddler and preschool years." - Pamela Gombert (Librarian) Prunella wakes up on the morning of her birthday and announces, “I’m a big kid now.” She doesn’t want to do any of the things she usually loves. “That’s for babies,” she announces over and over again. Even her favorite doll is abandoned. But what happens when a big kid gets scared during the night? A story about growing up, for little kids and big kids ages 5 years and up. Guided Reading Level K At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"This suggested general purchase for all libraries is well designed for language development and early reading, and could be an especially useful addition as a brief lesson on winter for the very young." - School Library Journal It’s winter! Lily and Milo go outside. They want to feed the birds in the yard and play in the snow. But . . . what happened to Milo’s warm hat and scarf? A simple and interactive story about the winter. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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From bestselling author-illustrator Anita Bijsterbosch! Winner of an Oppenheim Gold Award and a Kirkus Best Books Prize, Bijsterbosch has established herself as an author-illustrator who understands toddlers and preschoolers, their interests, their developmental stages, and how to convey concepts and emotions to them in books that educate and entertain. It’s summer. Sammy and Hob are going to have a fun-filled day under the sun. A book with half pages that hide and reveal how Sammy and his little horse Hob discover summer. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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Internationally bestselling series Little White Fish has sold over 600,000 copies! Little White Fish is crying. He can’t find his mommy. While looking for her he sees all sorts of animals: a red crab, an orange starfish, a yellow snail, a green turtle, a blue whale and a purple octopus. But none of them are his mommy! Then he sees his mommy, and she has all the same colors as Little White Fish. A playful book about sea animals and colors. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s language development. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"Great book explaining the word "hibernating" in very simple words and illustrations for very young children. Very colorful illustrations Children will relate to this story about the season of autumn where they can easily participate in its glory outside, too. This is definitely a child's playbook for toddlers especially." - ITEEA Fall is here! Luke and Lottie are playing outside. They find a hedgehog building a nest in the leaves. They decide to help the little hedgehog get ready for winter. What a nice way to spend a fall day! A cheerful and simple story about the fall. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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"Toddlers will be ready to sing “Old MacDonald” after this board-book guessing game" - Kirkus Reviews "A great interactive story for little ones where they can try to find a mouse on each of the pages in addition to guessing what animal will appear on the next page." - Lorain Public Library System Time to wake up at the farm. The rooster wakes up the dog. And the dog wakes up the sheep. But who will wake up the cat? And on every page, a little mouse is hiding. Can you find it? A colorful search-and-guess book about animals and waking up. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.

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An interactive picture book full of summer fun! For sunny kids ages 3 years and up. Fox, Mouse, Raccoon, and Owl are playing outside! The sun is shining, and it’s nice and warm. They want to go fly a kite, but there isn’t enough wind. Can you blow the kite up into the air?

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A cheerful book full of fun quests about animals eating, playing, and sleeping in the woods. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the world around the child. In the forest live all kinds of cute animals. They feast on nuts and berries, play hide-and-seek, or lie sound asleep on a bed of twigs and leaves. Can you see the eating hedgehog, the playing squirrels, and the sleeping owl? And where’s Rabbit?

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This is the third book in the Super Animals series, beautifully illustrated nonfiction about special animals. For little biologists ages 5 years up. In this book, nine animals are presented which are, in their own way, the largest. Discover the world of the giraffe, the Komodo dragon, the African elephant, the colossal squid, the moose, the blue whale, the ostrich, the Galápagos tortoise and the hippopotamus.

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“’Tis the night before Christmas for twins Luke and Lottie... A pair of twins celebrate Christmas Eve with their parents and grandparents... The straightforward text depicts the children buying, setting up, and decorating their Christmas tree with their parents. They even make cookies to hang on its branches. Then they get dressed up for a festive dinner with their grandparents. The family exchanges gifts that night, a tradition many readers will recognize, though it’s not one often represented in American picture books. Finally, after singing carols together, a sibling gift exchange at book’s end sweetly has the brother and sister give each other their respective favorite toys... A merry little Christmas Eve story.” – Kirkus Review It’s Christmas! The twins, Luke and Lottie, are so excited. Christmas Eve is the best night of the year. A warm and recognizable story about celebrating Christmas together. For children ages 3 and up. Guided Reading Level I

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A book with fantastic illustrations to enjoy together as a family, to learn and teach with the little ones about the life and the adaptive intelligence expressed by these magnificent animals, admired for many cultures. Meet the eagle! Find out where this feathered friend lives, discover what he eats, learn who his enemies are and how he spends his day. Enter his world with this wonderful, true-to-nature picture book. The third book of a new series that safely brings wild animals into the living room. For all nature lovers ages 5 and up. Guided Reading Level O

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"A sweet addition to Pauline Oud’s collection" - Mom Read It blog Today is a special day. It’s a party. Not just a birthday party, but a really big party… a wedding! Aunt Olivia is getting married to William. Sarah and Ian are flower girl and ring bearer at Aunt Olivia’s wedding. Ian gets to wear a beautiful suit and Sarah got a new dress. They can carry the veil, hold the rings on a beautiful pillow and throw flowers. Will everything go as planned? A heartwarming picture book about a wedding and everything that happens on a special day. For children ages 3 and up. Guided Reading Level I

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“A great story to read to our preschoolers and beyond to promote the global village we call our world….a solid addition to diversity collections.” — Mom Read It blog Chan has moved to this street, all the way from China. He is going to explore the neighborhood, to meet new friends. But he never thought he would meet this many of them! The reader learns about the children and their parents, their favorite hobbies and their favorite meals. Each page concludes with a good-bye in the child's native language, and a short list of foreign terms. A book about making friends and learning about other cultures, filled with fun facts and new words. For children ages 5 and up.

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From bestselling, award-winning author Anita Bijsterbosch! Does mouse squeak all alone? Oh no, his little brothers and sisters are there too. They all squeak together. A lot of animals in this book make sounds. But are they alone? Take a look! A flap book about young animals and animal sounds. For toddlers ages 18 months and up, with a focus on the child’s world.

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Larry and Lola are taking trips together. They are going to the zoo and the playground, to the woods and the seaside ...There are all sorts of objects and animals over there. What do they see (and what don't they see)? A cheerful look and find book that invites you to talk and search together. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child's language development.

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When mommy got home from work today, she was "oh, so tired" and couldn't play. I had hoped she would go on a bug hunt with me, but she just needed to relax with a "nice cuppa tea". A warm picture book about a boy longing to play with his parents. And about tea!

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A lot of animal faces look alike. The face of a little mouse looks a lot like the face of a hedgehog. And doesn't the head of the rooster look like the head of a chicken? And what about the rabbit's and the sheep's little face? Take a close look, then you'll see for yourself! A fun little book with half pages, that will make animals appear in a surprising way.

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"A happy and festive choice for toddler lapsits." - School Library Journal Big Bear is carrying a glass Christmas ornament. Fluffy Raccoon has a Christmas star. And Reindeer is dragging along an entire Christmas tree. But where are all the animals going? A delightful story about forest animals celebrating Christmas together. For toddlers ages 24 months and up, with a focus on the child's world. Guided Reading Level H

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At the school gate Sarah waves at Mom, then runs away. She sees Lisa! And Adam! And some of her other friends. There's also a boy who Sarah has never seen before. There is a new boy at Sarah's school, and his name is Ian. Sarah helps him out. She shows him the block corner, the chair he can use, and the games they play outside on the playground. Sarah has another fun day at school -- and makes a new friend too! In this cheerful picture book, a girl shares her knowledge of her school with a new boy and makes a friend in the process. Pauline Oud tells a familiar story and illustrates it with warm and colorful pictures. For children aged 3 and up.

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Mouse is often afraid. She doesn't dare to sit on the swing, because she's afraid she might fall. Climbing and playing soccer scares Mouse too. Luckily Giraffe knows what to do. He gives Mouse a daredevil-pebble, which makes Mouse very brave. She swings very high, plays soccer and she even dares to swim. But then Mouse suddenly notices she lost her daredevil-pebble. What now? A cheerful story about being brave.

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The Spot Games are the smallest sports competition in the world, but for the spotted athletes it's still the most important one! Igor has been training very hard this year. Finally he can go to the Spot Games too! In which sport would such a tiny little fellow shine? Pole-vaulting? Ping-pong? Gymnastics? Weight lifting? Crew? Remember, participating in the Spot Games is more important than winning.

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"The underlying concepts, meant to help readers gently transition into their student roles, are straightforward, soothing, and helpful." - Publishers Weekly We go to school to learn all kinds of things. Our teacher does arts and crafts with us or reads us books. Teachers also teach bigger kids to read and write. And they do so much more … A reassuring, informative book for children about teachers and schools. For ages 4 and up. What do you want to be when you grow up? Liesbet Slegers’s successful book series helps young children search for the answer to that important question. Do you like food and cooking? You might want to be a chef. If you are afraid of heights, becoming a pilot probably isn’t the right career choice. Or maybe you like school so much that you decide to become a teacher? There are so many wonderful careers to choose from! With clear language and cheerful drawings, this series presents many of the most popular professions. Each book is packed with fun facts, new words, and interesting stories of real professionals. Do you know why an astronaut wears such a funny suit? How about why it is so difficult to be a ballerina or a racecar driver? Or why it’s important to visit the dentist twice a year? Read these books to learn the answers to these questions! So . . . what do you want to be when you grow up?

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Every day, Ricky watches Annie playing. He dreams of being her friend and playing together. But he doesn’t dare ask her. He has to come up with something to impress her. But that isn’t to easy… In this moving story, Ricky learns how to make a friend. For everyone ages 4 and up.

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