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From award-winning creator Sergio Ruzzier, a hilarious, imaginative whodunit in which Cat and Mouse debate the truth behind a broken cookie jarCat has found a broken cookie jar.How did it happen?And where are the cookies? With his signature brilliant humor and eccentric characters, Sergio Ruzzier draws the line between truth and fiction in this exuberant whodunit. It’s important to know the real story. But what is the best story?

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From award-winning creator Sergio Ruzzier, an oddball “squirrel” forges his own path in this comical tale about being yourselfCustard the Squirrel, aren’t you a duck?Will you please quack?Will you do anything you don’t want to do?“NO!” said Custard the Squirrel. From the brilliant mind of author-illustrator Sergio Ruzzier comes this delightfully wacky story about rejecting others' expectations of who you should be and being unapologetically, authentically you. Simple, universal, and hilarious, this rollicking read-aloud is an ode to free spirits everywhere.

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In the second book of this lauded series, Fox and Chick are off on three new adventures involving a boat ride, a mysterious box, and an early morning trip to see the sunrise. Despite the antics ensuing from their opposite personalities, the contradictory duo always manages to find a happy center. This early chapter book in comic-book form is perfect for emerging readers, while the sweet and funny characters and captivating art hold appeal for picturebook audiences as well.

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Introducing I Can Read Comics, a new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.One day, a bored little fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean, where it meets the sun. A wonderful friendship blooms… Only, right in the middle of their fun, the sun starts to set! Fish and Sun is a powerful story about newfound friendship by Sergio Ruzzier."Painted seascapes in rich colors warm the early reader comic's minimal text, and small details—Fish sleeps underwater with a small pillow—will draw laughter." (Publishers Weekly)Fish and Sun is a Level One I Can Read Comic, a simple story for shared reading. Junior Library Guild SelectionAn ALSC Graphic Novel Reading List Title

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Let’s read comics! I Can Read Comics is an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.Fish loves his pebble collection, but he wishes for more so he goes on a journey to find some. What he doesn’t expect is to make a new friend along the way!Fish and Clam is a Level One I Can Read Comic, perfect for shared reading with young readers new to graphic novel storytelling.Praise for Fish and FriendsA Geisel HonorPublishers Weekly Best Book of the YearKirkus Reviews Best Book of the YearJunior Library Guild SelectionsFive starred reviews (from Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, and The Horn Book)

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In the tradition of Frog and Toad, this critically acclaimed early reader series features Fox and Chick¿two unlikely friends who, despite their differences, always manage to find a way to get along. In this fourth book in the series, Fox and Chick climb a tree, build a bookcase, and catch snowflakes!

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Let’s read comics! I Can Read Comics is an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.When a tiny wave grows bigger and bigger, what’s a fish to do? Fish and Wave by Sergio Ruzzier is a playful exploration of what it really means to go with the flow.Fish and Wave is a Level One I Can Read Comic, a simple story for shared reading. Praise for Fish and SunPublishers Weekly Best Book of 2021Kirkus Best Book of 2021Junior Library Guild Selection4 Starred reviews from Publishers Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, The Horn Book

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*** #1 Amazon Bestseller ***** Four starred reviews *** A Publishers Weekly Best Children’s Book of 2019 *From Ruth Krauss, the celebrated children’s book author of The Carrot Seed and A Hole Is to Dig, comes this never-before-published book of witty one-liners—brought to life by Geisel Honor-winning artist Sergio Ruzzier.Dance with a leaf.Jump like a raindrop.Sit in the sun and shine.Not since A Hole Is to Dig and Open House for Butterflies have we seen such electric and playful words on a page.This imaginative story from Ruth Krauss—one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time—and celebrated artist Sergio Ruzzier is a remarkable collaboration that captures the timeless spirit of Krauss’s signature wit and humor. Paired with Ruzzier’s irresistible drawings, this story will delight readers of all ages and inspire them to roar like dandelions.A perfect gift for the holidays, Valentine’s Day, and graduation!“An abecedarian catalog of delights.” —Kirkus (starred review)“Each page offers its own adventure; taken together, the spreads create an irresistible, deliciously subversive invitation to turn one’s back on the tiresome.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)“With a nod to the fanciful, this alphabetic listing of activities invites readers’ imaginations to soar.” —School Library Journal (starred review)“Ruzzier creates a visual narrative with reoccurring characters. This small gem will encourage imaginative wordplay and movement.” —Shelf Awareness (starred review)

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