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42) Lobster vs. crab
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"What if a lobster and a crab had a fight? Who do you think would win? Learn . . . facts to compare and contrast these two . . . sea creatures! . . . Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner!"--Provided by publisher.
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2024.
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"Mountain of Fire is the narrative nonfiction story of the violent volcanic eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1980, the story of the people who died, those who survived, and the heroes who fought to raise an alarm. For weeks, the ground around Mount St. Helens shuddered like a dynamite keg ready to explode. There were legends of previou eruptions: violent fire, treacherous floods, and heat that had scoured the area. But the shaking and swelling...
45) Day of the dead
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[2023]
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English
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"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Day of the Dead, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including setting up altars, making sugar skulls and papel picado, and visiting cemeteries and graves of loved ones, and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they...
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2023.
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"Join us on a colorful journey in this look and find book. Let Otto and Brutus introduce you to all kinds of vehicles-- from the Trojan Horse to the Harley Davidson; the stagecoach to the steam train; the double-decker bus to the skateboard. Wheels get you where you want to go, but do you know why racing cars have spoilers? In which bicylce race does the leader wear a pink jersey? Which van was made famous by surfers in California? Look for specific...
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2023.
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English
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Best Children's Books 2023
Books By And About Asian Americans And Pacific Islanders
New Children's Books September 2023
Yummy Books for Kids
Books By And About Asian Americans And Pacific Islanders
New Children's Books September 2023
Yummy Books for Kids
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"The origin stories of each Chinese dish told using the framework of Chinese cuisine-oftentimes based in folklore, both ancient and contemporary"--
50) Frogs
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[2023]
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English
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"Preschool book that teaches kids all about frogs, including why they're endangered and what kids can do to help save them"--
53) Save the...lions
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2023.
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English
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"Perfect for all animal lovers--and lion fans in particular--this book is filled with all the facts you need to know to become a lion expert! Where are lions found? What's it like to be a lion? Why are lions endangered, and who has been working hard to save them?"--
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[2023]
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English
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"Meet kids who share how they celebrate holidays all year long--perfect for discussions about de-centering winter holidays!"--
Who says the holidays only happen in the winter? Every day’s a holiday when you live in a world as diverse as ours! From Juneteenth to Vesak, and Yom Kippur to Día de las Muertos, the festivities never end. Come and join us and learn about eighteen holidays celebrated by a diverse group of children in this inviting...
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2021.
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English
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"Turn the pages of this dinosaur spotter's guide to meet the amazing creatures that once roamed our planet -- from Diplodocus and Velociraptor to the king of them all, Tyrannosaurus rex. Continent by continent, you'll tour the world to learn about these incredible prehistoric species. Whether big or small, fast or slow, fearsome or friendly, you'll find it here."-- Back cover.
56) Aircraft
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[2023]
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English
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"This title explores the world-changing invention of aircraft, from ancient Chinese kites to the Wright brothers' powered flight and beyond"--Publisher's website.
60) Eclipse
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2023.
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English
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"After hearing about the total solar eclipse happening in two months, a boy makes a plan with his father to go see it. They drive to the perfect campsite, not wanting to miss the couple of minutes when the sun will be completely hidden by the moon. When the moment happens, being together makes it even more special. Based on a trip that author-illustrator Andy Rash took with his son to see the eclipse in August 2017, Eclipse is a heartfelt and playfully...
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