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Roots Shoots Buckets & Boots: Gardening Together with Children

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Report copyright infringementby Sharon Lovejoy (Author)Pizza Patches & Bean Tunnels: Kids' Garden Projects to Cultivate Wonder Here are 12 spirited, easy-to-implement ideas for theme gardens that parents and kids can grow together, connecting children to nature through gardening. Each project includes a plan and the planting recipe--as well as a "Discovery Walk," activities and crafts to make with what you grow. And each is illustrated with author Sharon Lovejoy's lyrical watercolors. T...

National Parks: A Kid's Guide to America's Parks, Monuments, and Landmarks

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Report copyright infringementby Erin McHugh (Author), Neal Aspinall (Illustrator), Doug Leen (With)Calling all Junior Rangers! This fun-filled guide explores the wonders and weirdness of more than 75 U.S. parks, monuments, and landmarks, from Acadia to Zion. From Yellowstone to the Statue of Liberty, from Gettysburg National Battlefield to Mount Rushmore, National Parks is the only kid-friendly, family-oriented book that covers all of the 60 U.S. national parks, plus other famous monuments a...

The Action Storybook Bible: An Interactive Adventure Through God's Redemptive Story

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Report copyright infringementby Catherine DeVries (Author), Sergio Cariello (Illustrator), The Action Bible (Author)The Action Storybook Bible invites families with children ages 8 and under to explore God's redemptive story together. From the sleek and amazing creatures God created at the beginning of the world to the powerful kings who reigned over ancient Israel to Jesus's gift of eternal life for you and your family--God has a beautiful and exciting plan for the world. Where do you fit ...

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Report copyright infringementby Brad Meltzer (Author), Christopher Eliopoulos (Illustrator)Neil Armstrong's journey to the moon is the focus of the 15th picture book in the New York Times bestselling series of biographies about heroes, for ages 5 to 8. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way...

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Report copyright infringementby Angela Royston (Author)Featuring redesigned jackets, interiors, and up-to-date vocabulary throughout, DK Readers now have a fresh new look! Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interests while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read-and read to learn! Ring! Ring! Ring! It...

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Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)Touch the bumpy scales, smooth horns, and sticky tongues of dinosaurs in this classic DK board book filled with clear photography, simple text, and fun textures for young readers to explore.Touch and Feel: Dinosaur is a beloved family favorite that keeps young readers engaged with pages that encourage exploration and help develop fine motor skills while building an early language foundation.Practice object recognition and dinosaur sounds, and help yo...

A Voice of Her Own: The Story of Phillis Wheatley, Slave Poet: Candlewick Biographies

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Report copyright infringementby Kathryn Lasky (Author), Paul Lee (Illustrator)"Lasky shows not only the facts of Wheatley's life but also the pain of being an accomplished black woman in a segregated world." -- Booklist In 1761, a young girl was sold to the Wheatley family in Boston, who named her Phillis after the slave schooner that had carried her. Kidnapped from her home in Africa and shipped to America, she'd had everything taken from her-her family, her name, and her language. But Phil...

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth Golding (Author), Ali Lodge (Illustrator)What happens in the ocean after dark? Use the magic flashlights on every page to reveal the hidden creatures in the ocean's depths! Each spread appears to be dark, but point the flashlight and watch brilliant aquatic life illustrations magically illuminate. Readers of all ages will be amazed by this innovative paper technology -- no batteries necessary! Every spread features a different underwater animal, but ...

What Color Is My World?: The Lost History of African-American Inventors

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Report copyright infringementby Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (Author), Raymond Obstfeld (Author), Ben Boos (Illustrator)A New York Times bestseller! Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, basketball legend and the NBA's alltime leading scorer, champions a lineup of little-known African-American inventors in this lively, kid-friendly book. Did you know that James West invented the microphone in your cell phone? That Fred Jones invented the refrigerated truck that makes supermarkets possible? Or that Dr. Percy Julian syn...

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Report copyright infringementby Tana Hoban (Author), Tana Hoban (Illustrator)Tana Hoban introduces the youngest viewer to the idea of size relativity. "Hoban demonstrates once again her mastery of elements of composition, such as color, texture, and balance."--Horn Book.Back JacketTana Hoban introduces the youngest viewer to the idea of size relativity. "Hoban demonstrates once again her mastery of elements of composition, such as color, texture, and balance."--Horn Book. Number ...

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Report copyright infringementby Monica Brown (Author), John Parra (Illustrator)Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor 2018 ALA Notable Children's Book 2018 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2017 Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2017 Smithsonian Top Ten Best Children's Book of 2017 2018 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, written by Monica Brown and illustrated by John Parra, is based on the life of one of the world's most...

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Report copyright infringementby Jack Prelutsky (Author), Marylin Hafner (Illustrator)Thirteen poems to spice up the holiday that ghouls and ghosts love most. "Prelutsky's Nightmares tamed for beginning readers. They're catchy at the most rudimentary level."--Kirkus Reviews.Back JacketThirteen poems to spice up the holiday that ghouls and ghosts love most. "Prelutsky's Nightmares tamed for beginning readers. They're catchy at the most rudimentary level."--Kirkus Reviews. Number of...

My Very Important Human Body Encyclopedia: For Little Learners Who Want to Know about Their Bodies

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Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)This exciting introduction to the human body is brimming with super senses, marvelous medicine, and record-breaking feats.The world is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. My Very Important Human Body is a vibrant encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds with a unique approach to the human body. Little learners can easily digest scientific information with this breakdown of how our bodies work and all the comple...

God's Wisdom for Little Boys: Character-Building Fun from Proverbs

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Report copyright infringementby Jim George (Author), Elizabeth George (Author), Judy Luenebrink (Artist)Thank You, dear God, for blessing meWith food, a home, and a family.And now, O Lord, I ask if You might, Help me be honest and do what is right.Following the success of the bestselling God's Wisdom for Little Girls, now the wonderful teachings of Proverbs come to life for young boys, age 4-7, too! In God's Wisdom for Little Boys memorable rhymes by Jim and Elizabeth George play alongside wa...

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Report copyright infringementby Kathleen Kudlinski (Author), Meryl Henderson (Illustrator)One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians. With these lively, inspiring, fictionalized biographies -- easily read by children of eight and up -- today's youngster is swept right into history.Author BiographyKathleen Kudlinski was born in Pennsylvania. When she grew up, she studied art and biology at the U...

Courageous World Changers: 50 True Stories of Daring Women of God

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Report copyright infringementby Shirley Raye Redmond (Author)WINNER OF CHRISTIANITY TODAY'S BOOK AWARD FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH Women of Fearless Faith Meet women who have used their God-given talents to live out their faith to the fullest. They come from a variety of backgrounds, eras, and ethnicities, but each one has answered the Lord's call on their life in bold and innovative ways. Children of all ages will be inspired by the stories of Corrie ten Boom--activist, author, and Holocaust su...

Jesús Te Llama Para Pequeñitos - Bilingüe

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Report copyright infringementby Sarah Young (Author)Basado en Jesús te llama, esta versión bilingüe Español-Inglés para pequeñitos se ha adaptado en un estilo y lenguaje que los niños pequeños y en edad preescolar pueden entender.Después de muchos años de escribir en su diario de oraciones, la misionera Sarah Young decidió escuchar a Dios con la pluma en la mano, escribiendo lo que ella creía que Dios le estaba diciendo a través de las Escrituras. Otros fueron bendecidos a medida que ella com...

Thank You, Sarah: The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving

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Report copyright infringementby Laurie Halse Anderson (Author), Matt Faulkner (Illustrator)From the author of Speak and Fever, 1793, comes the never-before-told tale of Sarah Josepha Hale, the extraordinary "lady editor" who made Thanksgiving a national holiday! Thanksgiving might have started with a jubilant feast on Plymouth's shore. But by the 1800s America's observance was waning. None of the presidents nor Congress sought to revive the holiday. And so one invincible "lady editor" name Sa...

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Report copyright infringementby Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara (Author), Laura Díez (Illustrator)From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Shakira, the world's most popular Latin American singer. As a child, little Shakira knew she was born to be performer. Even as a little girl, she was full of natural rhythm and she was obsessed with singing, writing songs and dancing whenever she got the opportunity. At 14 years old ...

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Report copyright infringementby Salina Yoon (Author), Salina Yoon (Illustrator)Hanukkah miracles fill the pages of this sparkly foil menorah book! Turn the candle-shaped pages one by one to learn about the eight days of this Jewish holiday and celebrate with blessings, gifts, and family fun.Author BiographySalina Yoon is a Geisel Honor---w---inning author/illustrator of a dozen picture books and early readers and nearly 200 innovative novelty books, with over 4.5 million books sold worldwide....

Say and Pray Bible: First Words, Stories, and Prayers

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Report copyright infringementby Diane M. Stortz (Author)Grow your little one's faith and learning skills with Say and Pray Bible: First Words, Stories, and Prayers. Encourage your toddler or preschooler with these darling devotionals that also teach early reading skills.Help even the youngest hearts grow in faith through these fun devotions that teach the importance of gratitude. Children will enjoy pointing to and naming labeled objects on each page while learning more about God's love and h...

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Report copyright infringementby Demi (Author)From his very first day of life, when he rises from his bath to pray to God, it is clear that Nicholas is a miraculous child with a spiritual destiny. As he grows he is deeply saddened by the sickness, suffering, and death that he witnesses every day. Looking to use his special gifts to affect change in the often desperate world around him, Nicholas dedicates his life to worshiping the Lord and helping those in need. Through his good works, Nichola...

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Report copyright infringementby Leslie Gourse (Author), Meryl Henderson (Illustrator)Pocahontas: Young Peacemaker is the next installment in the Childhood of Famous Americans series. Written by Leslie Gourse, Pocahontas: Young Peacemaker is the story of the brave and kindhearted Native American princess who helped bring about trust and friendship between the English colonists and her tribespeople.Author BiographyMeryl Henderson is a graduate of Syracuse University. In 1974, she graduated summ...

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Report copyright infringementby Tana Hoban (Author), Tana Hoban (Illustrator)Geometric shapes are all around us! In this wordlessbook from top-selling picture-book creator Tana Hoban, children learn to lookclosely to find them. Circles, squares, stars, triangles, hearts, andrectangles--how many can you see? Simple, clear, practical, Shapes, Shapes, Shapes is a fun way for children to learn. Sit together with a child at home or in a preschool classroom and use this book to enjoyably teach this...

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Report copyright infringementby Seymour Simon (Author)Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon as he explores some of the world's largest marvels: mountains! With clear, simple text and stunning full-color photographs, readers will learn all about these amazing natural structures in this informative picture book!From the snowy Alps to the Appalachians' worn peaks, mountains are a dramatic reminder of the ages past and ages to come. People have lived on and around mountains for thousand...

Follow the Dream: [The Story of Christopher Columbus]

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Report copyright infringementby Peter Sis (Author), Peter Sis (Illustrator)Illus. in full color. The 15th century comes alive in this splendidly original picture book about Christopher Columbus. "The illustrations, executed in a variety of media, show scenes from the explorer's life as well as some imaginary creatures that populated the Europeans' picture of the outside world at that time. The details on each page invite individual readers to pay close attention, but the brief, clear text and...

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Report copyright infringementby Aliki (Author), Aliki (Illustrator)This classic picture book from beloved author-illustrator Aliki is a great way to explore feelings with younger kids, whether at home or in the classroom. Happy, sad, shy, excited--how do you feel? No matter the emotion, Feelings explores it--and helps childrenunderstand and express their own feelings.Best-selling author Aliki uses achild-friendly cartoon style to build empathy and awareness in youngreaders--and to help them f...

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Jenkins (Author), Steve Jenkins (Illustrator)In this wordless picture book, readers first see Earth as the astronauts do, as a small ball in the black universe. As the point of view moves gradually closer, we can see continents and oceans, then the East Coast of the United States, then a town (an imaginary one), until, finally, we are looking through a boy's magnifying glass at a ladybug. In his remarkable and detailed cut-paper illustrations, the artist ...

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Report copyright infringementby April Jones Prince (Author), Giles Laroche (Illustrator)Yeah, what do wheels do all day?Well . . . they push . . . race . . . stroll . . . fly . . . whiz . . . and spin . . . all day long! Simple, direct text, combined with brilliant cut-paper relief illustrations, captures kids' fascination with "things that go" and opens their minds to the wide variety of wheels and what they do.Author BiographyApril Jones Prince is the author of Twenty-One Elephants and Stil...

Phineas Gage: A Gruesome But True Story about Brain Science

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Report copyright infringementby John Fleischman (Author)An ALA Notable Children's Book and Best Book for Young Adults Guggenheim Fellow John Fleischman separates fact from legend in this delightfully gruesome tale about Phineas Gage, the man with the hole in his skull. In 1848, Phineas Gage was just a normal man in Cavendish, Vermont, working as a railroad construction foreman when a thirteen-pound iron rod shot through his brain. Defying all expectations, he went on to live another eleven...

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Report copyright infringementby Pat Mora (Author), Francisco Mora (Illustrator)"Una historia bilingüe sobre algunos de los animales y sonidos comúnmente encontrados en el desierto del suroeste. Cada doble página representa una enorme extensión de cielo celeste con cuatro líneas de texto --dos en inglés y dos en español-- en la página izquierda y una criatura o escena diferente en la página derecha . . . las traducciones son apropiadas y proveen una excelente oportunidad para comparar los soni...

A Weed Is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver

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Report copyright infringementby Aliki (Author), Aliki (Illustrator)Discover how George Washington Carver went from a slave to an innovator of agricultural science in this luminously illustrated picture book. Born a slave, George Washington Carver went on to become the most prominent black scientist of the early twentieth century.Author BiographyAliki is the author and illustrator of more than fifty books for children that are treasured by readers all over the world. Her many well-loved titles...