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The Duckling Gets a Cookie!? (Pigeon)
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Mo Willems
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Hyperion Book CH (2012, Apr 3rd).
Pages: 40
The Duckling asks for a cookie -- and gets one! Do you think the Pigeon is happy about that? more
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LEGO Ninjago Reader #3: The Golden Weapons
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Tracey West
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Scholastic Inc. (2012, May 1st).
Pages: 32
LEGO Ninjago readers are finally here!In this easy-to-read story, the ninjas try to obtain the final golden weapon. With Sensei Wu by their side, they journey to underworld and come face to face with their sworn enemy, Garmadon! more
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How to Babysit a Grandpa
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Jean Reagan
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers (2012, Apr 10th).
Pages: 32
This is a hilarious and accessible picture book about a child spending time with his grandpa. Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for "babysitting" a grandpa, including what to eat for snack (anything dipped in ketchup, ice cream topped with cookies, cookies topped with ice cream) what to do on a walk (find lizards and dandelion puffs, be on the lookout for puddles and sprinklers), and how to play with a grandpa (build a pirate cave, put on a scary play). Filled with humor, energy, and warmth, this is a great gift for or from a grandparent, and perfect for lap reading when Grandpa comes to visit! more
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The Artemis Fowl #7: Atlantis Complex
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Eoin Colfer
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Hyperion Book CH (2012, May 8th).
Pages: 368
When Artemis commits his entire fortune to a project he believes will save the planet and its inhabitants, both human and fairy, it seems that goodness has taken hold of the world's greatest teenage criminal mastermind. But the truth is much worse: Artemis is suffering from Atlantis Complex, a psychosis common among guilt-ridden fairies and most likely triggered in Artemis by his dabbling with fairy magic. Symptoms include obsessive-compulsive behavior, paranoia, multiple personality disorder and, in extreme cases, embarrassing professions of love to a certain feisty LEPrecon fairy.Unfortunately, Atlantis Complex has struck at the worst possible time. A deadly foe is intent on destroying the actual city of Atlantis. Can Artemis escape the confines of his mind—and the grips of a giant squid—in time to save the underwater metropolis and its fairy inhabitants?New York Times best-selling author Eoin Colfer delivers another knockout, fast-paced, and hilarious adventure in Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex, the seventh book in the beloved blockbuster series. more
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Big Nate: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Lincoln Peirce
Format: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins (2012, May 1st).
Pages: 224
Big Nate is awesome!Did you know that Nate's the star of his own comic strip? Check it out!Will Nate get away with his master plan? Or will Mrs. Godfrey catch him in the act? Find out what happens next!Plus, bonus Big Nate material in the back! more
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Oh No, George!
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Chris Haughton
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Candlewick Press (2012, Mar 13th).
Pages: 32
Bold, hilarious arwork captures the innocent charm of affable George, a dog who is trying to be good --with disastrous results.George is a dog with all the best intentions. And his owner, Harris, has all the best hopes that George will be a well-behaved dog when he leaves him alone for the day. But when George spies a delicious cake sitting on the kitchen table, his resolve starts to waver. You see, George loves cake. . . Uh-oh. What to do now? It's so hard to be a good dog when there are cats to chase and flowers to dig up! What ever will Harris say when he gets back? Chris Haughton's fetchingly funny story and vibrant, retro illustrations are sure to lure dog lovers of all ages - and anyone who has ever met a temptation too good to resist. more
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Up, Tall and High
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Ethan Long
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Putnam Juvenile (2012, Feb 16th).
Pages: 40
2013 Recipient of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award!Three side-splitting stories in one great picture book! In three laugh-out-loud situations, an irresistible cast of colorful birds illustrate the concepts of "up," "tall" and "high." First, a short peacock proves that he may not be tall, but he definitely isn't small. Then, a resourceful bird helps his penguin friend find a way to fly. Finally, two birds want to live in the same tree, but what goes up must come down! Each short story features a flap that reveals a surprise twist. With fun fold-outs, easy-to-read text, and a hilarious cast of characters, these stories beg preschoolers and emerging readers to act them out again and again. more
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Spoon
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Hyperion Book CH (2009, Apr 7th).
Pages: 40
Meet Spoon. He's always been a happy little utensil. But lately, he feels like life as a spoon just isn't cutting it. He thinks Fork, Knife, and The Chopsticks all have it so much better than him. But do they? And what do they think about Spoon? A book for all ages, Spoon serves as a gentle reminder to celebrate what makes us each special. more
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Boy and Bot
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Ame Dyckman
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers (2012, Apr 10th).
Pages: 32
One day, a boy and a robot meet in the woods. They play. They have fun.But when Bot gets switched off, Boy thinks he's sick. The usual remedies—applesauce, reading a story—don't help, so Boy tucks the sick Bot in, then falls asleep.Bot is worried when he powers on and finds his friend powered off. He takes Boy home with him and tries all his remedies: oil, reading an instruction manual. Nothing revives the malfunctioning Boy! Can the Inventor help fix him?Using the perfect blend of sweetness and humor, this story of an adorable duo will win the hearts of the very youngest readers. more
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Temple Grandin: How the Girl Who Loved Cows Embraced Autism and Changed the World
Author/Actors/Director/etc.: Sy Montgomery
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Books for Children; 1 edition (2012, Apr 3rd).
Pages: 148
When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. While Temple’s doctor recommended a hospital, her mother believed in her. Temple went to school instead. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. Her world-changing career revolutionized the livestock industry. As an advocate for autism, Temple uses her experience as an example of the unique contributions that autistic people can make. This compelling biography complete with Temple’s personal photos takes us inside her extraordinary mind and opens the door to a broader understanding of autism. . more
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