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Possum returns in a lushly illustrated story about new homes and old friends-perfect for fans of Possum's Harvest Moon, Kevin Henkes, and Beth Krommes.
Possum looked out one summer afternoon. "Time to come in!" he called to his baby possums. "It looks like we're in for some weather!"
Possum calls his children out of the summer storm-but what can he do when their home is swept away by rising water? The possum family must rely on their...
63) Momma Bear
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Being a mother is the most important job in the world, and children don't always show the gratitude or appreciation their mother so rightly deserves. This story provides readers with a simple way of understanding a powerful bond between a mother and her children. In Momma Bear, a mother's love and dedication earns her the greatest honor a mother could receive.
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Sid Fleischman Humor Award Winner!
Fans of Jeff Kinney's humor and Sharon Creech's heartfelt stories will love this hilarious new series about a ten-year-old boy from a big family who dreams of making it into The Guinness Book of World Records.
Teddy Mars is determined to stand out in a world full of wonders and a house bursting with siblings. With the help of his best friends, Teddy tries to build the biggest snow mound, stuff the most grapes in...
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Life is idyllic in the chicken farm, if you ignore the mysterious disappearances of your family and friends. The chicken community lives by the motto that ignorance is bliss, until the big storm. With the farm destroyed, three baby chicks, Chico, Yvette and Angel have to navigate through predators and unseen dangers to meet the rest of their community in Long Hill - the land for the happy and free. This is a charming short story that would delight...
66) Little Chicks
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From the beloved author of Everyone Poops, a charming tale of three little chicks who are ready to explore the big, wide world together! Running in sunshine and in the rain, over grassy fields and past friendly neighbors, these chicks are as eager for adventure as they are to run back home into the arms of their caring parents at the end of a long day. Internationally beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi takes the youngest of readers on a journey...
67) Baby Hippos
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Baby hippos start out big, and they only get bigger! In this book, young readers get an inside look at the lives of baby hippos, including what they eat, where they live, and how they grow up. A sight word list identifies familiar words found in the book, a picture glossary reinforces terms from the main text, and a fact page puts information in one place. This cute book is sure to delight beginning readers!
68) Baby Rhinos
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Charge! Here comes a baby rhino! These cute babies keep busy by eating plants, rolling in mud, and spending time with mom. In this book, beginning readers learn all about how baby rhinos grow through predictable text and vibrant photos. A sight words list identifies familiar words, a picture glossary reinforces vocabulary terms, and a fact page puts important information about baby rhinos in one place.
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This book is a delightful and uplifting rhyming story that celebrates the uniqueness and diversity of children. It uses animal metaphors to highlight the different qualities and traits that make each child special and lovable. It also encourages children to embrace their own personalities and talents and to appreciate the beauty of nature and animals. This book is a perfect gift for any child who loves animals and needs a reminder of how wonderful...
71) Baby Animals
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Kids love to be the experts! Now they can feel like real pros with this exciting nonfiction series for beginning readers. Kids will be hooked on the thrilling real-world topics and big, bright photos. Each book features simple sentences and sight words that children can practice reading. Then, with support, kids can dig deeper into the extra facts, Q&As, and fun challenges.Fans of this series will be eager to become real experts!
Some are tiny. Some...
72) Baby Sea Turtles
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After a baby sea turtle breaks out of its egg, it still has to dig its way out of the sandy nest. Then, the baby sea turtle and its many little brothers and sisters scurry to the ocean waves. Follow along with the sea turtle as it swims for the first time, finds its own food, and dives to deeper waters. Simple text paired with adorable pictures helps build reading confidence for animal-loving early readers.
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Dive into the exciting world of dolphins with "The Ultimate Dolphin Book for Kids." Packed with over 100 fun and fascinating facts, this book will keep kids entertained for hours. With a species identification guide, stunning photographs, and a quiz, kids can test their dolphin knowledge and learn even more about these incredible creatures. Dolphin Facts include:Amazon River dolphins are pink.Some dolphins can understand up to 60 words.An adult dolphin...
74) Baby Horses
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This adorable book gives young readers an up-close look at baby horses on the farm. Vibrant photos closely match the text to help early readers build vocabulary.
Grades PreK-2.
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Lois Lund has a passion for entertaining young children with rhyming poetry and stories that encourage reading and imaginative play. From baby chicks as yellow as butter to a froggie who can leap, Lund Leads youngsters through a variety of catchy poems and true tales that reflect on things children love, and encourage a good work ethic at home and at school, honor God, and teach about times gone by.
76) Baby Chickens
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Baby chickens grow into feathered adults. But what's life like before they're all grown up? In this title, simple text aligns with bright photos to introduce beginning readers to fuzzy baby chicks. Readers will discover where chicks live, what they eat, and how they grow. A photo glossary reinforces the text, and a fact page puts important information in one place.
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What do grizzly bear cubs eat? Where do baby raccoons sleep? And how does a baby otter learn to swim?
Every baby mammal, from a tiny harvest mouse "pinky" to a fierce lion cub, needs food, shelter, love, and a family. Filled with illustrations of some of the most adorable babies in the kingdom, this awww-inspiring book looks at the traits that all baby mammals share and proves that, even though they're born in the wild, they're not so very different...
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture. Maya the Wonder Dog is a heartwarming children's fairy tale that follows the adventures of Maya, a loyal and clever dog who lives with her owner Tony. When Tony falls ill for a week, Maya takes it upon herself to step into his shoes and go to work in his place. Surprising everyone with her intelligence and charm, Maya quickly becomes...
80) The Rainbow Opal
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These are no ordinary princesses-- they're Rescue Princesses!
Princess Summer can't believe that she's been invited to join the Rescue Princesses. Even better, the other girls are all visiting her for a vacation.The Rescue Princesses have barely arrived when their animal rescue skills are put to the test. But the princesses are always ready to help--if one of Summer's animals is in trouble, they're on the case! Paula Harrison began inventing...
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