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PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year Author & Illustrator Visits This catalog organizes titles according to broad subject matter; “PoPo helps her granddaughter learn Chinese Many of the talented authors and illustrators behind Sleeping however, most books can be used across the curriculum to New Year traditions in this intergenerational The Legend of the Beaver’s Tail bolster reading skills in geography, social studies, history, and celebration of family and culture. . . . Loh-Hagan 2016 Storytelling World Resource Bear Press books are available to meet students in classrooms, other content areas. offers a comprehensive idea of what Chinese Honors Award media centers, public libraries, and bookstores. For details on New Year is about, couched within an authen- tic Chinese-American experience. One of the arranging a visit, phone us at 1-800-487-2323, or e-mail us at Frontlist Titles...... 4-19 best of its genre; attractive and informative, [email protected]. Backlist and a must for the growing Chinese New Year shelf.”—Kirkus Reviews starred review Board Books...... 20-23 I Love You Just Enough Teachers’ Guides Alphabet Books • Science, History and Nature...... 23-26 Ticktock Banneker’s Clock 2016 Teachers’ Choice Awards for “An African-American inventor of the Children’s Books Almost all of our titles have free, downloadable Teachers’ Guides Alphabet Books • Arts and Culture...... 26-28 18th-century designs and builds a new-style that can be found on our Web site: sleepingbearpress.com. Alphabet Books • Language Arts...... 28-29 clock. . . . Gardner’s soft-toned watercolor illustrations follow the seasonal changes in Alphabet Books • Sports...... 29-31 Created by K-5 educators, these easy-to-download guides help Maryland while also depicting Banneker’s educators and students get the most from our books. Content-related Alphabet Books • Government, Citizenship and many other talents, such as playing the flute. It is a peaceful, idyllic existence in a quiet Papa’s Backpack questions and activities encourage strategic thinking and creativity. Economics...... 32 and pleasant book.” —Kirkus Reviews 2016 ILA-CBC Children’s Choices List Visit our Teachers’ Guides at: sleepingbearpress.com/teaching–guides Alphabet Books • Holiday...... 33 or contact your sales representative. Runs with Courage Alphabet Books • Discover the World...... 33 “In the Dakota Territory of the 1880s, 9-year- Picture Books • General...... 34-42 old [sic] Four Winds struggles to find her way Online Resources after being abruptly taken from her family and A Penguin Named Patience Picture Books • Science and Nature...... 42-43 coerced into attending an Indian boarding When you visit sleepingbearpress.com, you’ll find author/illustra- 2015 Children’s Picture Book Picture Books • Myths, Legends, Fairy and Folktales..... 43-45 school. . . . In her second book focusing on tor biographies, awards lists, information on just-published titles, forced acculturation, Wolf (Someone Named Discovery Prize Winner Picture Books • Tales of Young Americans...... 46-47 and more. Eva, 2007) skillfully educates readers about Picture Books • Tales of the World...... 48-49 the historical context.” —Kirkus Reviews Also, please visit: iqtheseries.com, discovertheworldbooks.com, Picture Books • True Stories...... 49-51 Schnitzel: A Cautionary Tale for Lazy Louts stellabatts.com, I-Am-A-Reader.com, and willowlovesart.com. T is for Time Picture Books • True Stories, Biographies...... 51-52 “Shaw warns readers of the perils of laziness in this retelling of Goethe’s ‘The 2016 Notable Social Studies Picture Books • Language Arts...... 52 Sorcerer’s Apprentice,’ while Barry sets the Trade Books for Young People Like us on Facebook. Get author and illustrator updates, eerie, gothic mood with his Gorey-esque, Picture Books • Hazel Ridge Farm Stories...... 53 news, reviews, awards and more! watercolor-and-ink illustrations, sparingly Picture Books • Sports...... 53 scattering color over gray-washed scenes. . . . Large-scale illustrations and rhythmic text Picture Books • Holiday...... 54-56 make this cautionary tale an entertaining Rags, Hero Dog of WWI: Beginning Readers ...... 57-58 read-aloud.” —Booklist A True Story 2016 Teachers’ Choice Awards for Independent Readers • Stella Batts...... 59 Tig Ripley Rock ’n’ Roll Rebel Children’s Books Chapter Books and Middle Grade...... 60-62 “Rue examines the benefits of hard work, Many of the titles in this catalog are part of the Accelerated Reader® program. the delight of pursuing your dreams, and the Contact Renaissance LearningTM at www.renlearn.com. Look for this symbol for Hi-Lo Readers...... 62 real meaning of friendship in this uniquely participating titles. Independent Readers • Diaries...... 63 quirky story that will draw in even the most Paper Son: Lee’s Journey reluctant (and least musical) of readers. . . . to America Discover America State by State...... 64-65 Rue has struck the perfect chord for middle All book specifications and publisher’s cover prices listed in this catalog are 2014 Notable Social Studies Trade subject to change without notice. America by the Numbers...... 66 school readers everywhere in this series starter.” —Booklist Books for Young People Discover Canada Province by Province...... 67 Order Information ...... 68 Norbert’s Big Dream Sleeping Bear Press titles are “The expression ‘when pigs fly’ is given a now available in eBook format. Sales Representatives...... 68-69 new twist as Norbert the pig dreams of Title • Author • Illustrator Index...... 69-71 swimming—not in just any pond, lake, or Red Berries, White Clouds, Blue Sky ocean, but the English Channel. . . . The 2014 USA Best Books Awards Front and back cover illustration © 2017 message of dreaming big is secondary to the by Jessica Lanan from Out of School and Into Nature: storyline, but Norbert is no stick-in-the-mud.” The Anna Comstock Story —Kirkus Reviews Frontlist Frontlist
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January Now in February Paperback Ages 6-10 Ages 9 and up 32 pages, 11 x 9 inches 224 pages, 5½ x 8 inches $16.99, Can. $19.99 $9.99, Can. $11.99 Jacketed Hardcover Paperback CTN: 20 CTN: 20 • eBook available • eBook available
See other Canadian titles on page 67. C is for Canada: Celebrating Our Nation Runs With Courage “In her second book focusing on forced acculturation, Wolf (Someone Mike Ulmer, Sylvie Daigneault Joan M. Wolf Named Eva, 2007) skillfully educates readers about the historical context.” Canada will celebrate the 150th anniversary of its confederation in 2017. And Ten-year-old Four Winds is a young Lakota girl caught up in the changes — Kirkus Reviews just in time to help mark the occasion, author Mike Ulmer presents C is for brought about by her people’s forced move to the reservation. Canada: Celebrating Our Nation, an alphabetical tribute to this northern nation. Set in the Dakota Territory, it is the year 1880. Four Winds has been taken Colorful artwork captures the country’s natural beauty as clever rhymes away from her family and brought to a boarding school run by whites. It is 978-1-58536-239-4 inform and entertain, giving the reader an armchair tour. From the Aurora here she is taught English and learns how to assimilate into white culture. Borealis to Klondike Days to the majestic Peary Caribou, C is for Canada But soon she discovers that the teachers at this school are not interested in showcases the landscape, symbols, history, and culture of this great country. assimilation but rather in erasing her culture. 978-1-58536-051-2 On the reservation, Four Winds had to fight against starvation. Now she must Mike Ulmer also wrote M is for Maple: A Canadian Alphabet and Loonies and Toonies: A Canadian Number Book. He lives in Hamilton, Ontario. fight to hold on to who she is. Joan M. Wolf is both a writer and a teacher. She is the author of the middle-grade novel Someone Sylvie Daigneault studied painting at Montreal’s Les Ecoles des Beaux Arts. She works exclusively Named Eva (Clarion), as well as several teacher resource books. She has taught all ages from in colored pencils. Sylvie lives in Toronto, Ontario. children to adult, and is currently an elementary-school teacher. She lives in Fridley, Minnesota.
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978-1-58536-996-6 Reader Favorites New in Board Book! Grandma Loves You! 978-1-58536-373-5 February Ages 4-8 Grandpa Loves You! 32 pages, 11 x 9 inches 978-1-58536-374-2 $16.99, Can. $20.99 Jacketed Hardcover February CTN: 20 Ages Birth and up • eBook available 18 pages, 6 x 6 inches $8.99, Can. $9.99 Board Book CTN: 20
Grandma Loves You! These best-selling tributes to the special relationship between grandparents and grandchildren are now available for the youngest of readers.
Grandpa Loves You! Here to There And Me to You
Cheryl Keely, Celia Krampien
What is a bridge? Is it merely a structure to connect one point of land with another? Or is it much more? 978-1-58536-377-3 Through informative sidebar text and detailed illustrations, readers are given an opportunity to see the many ways bridges can connect us. February World-renowned structures such as California’s marvelous Golden Gate Ages Birth to 12 months suspension bridge, Peru’s complex Puente de Piedra, and London’s famed 18 pages, 6 x 6 inches “Falling Down” bridge are highlighted alongside medieval drawbridges, railway, covered, and even wildlife bridges. $8.99, Can. $9.99 Board Book But in the end, the reader discovers that the best bridge is the simplest one of all; the holding of hands that connects me to you. CTN: 20 Welcome, Baby! Keeping You Safe Cheryl Keely loves traveling wherever bridges may take her, but enjoys returning to her home in Louisville, Kentucky. This is her first picture book. Art by Susan Kathleen Hartung Celia Krampien’s work has been featured in publications such as the Los Angeles Times and the Globe and Mail. She currently lives in Oakville, Ontario. Studies have proven over and over that the safest place for babies to sleep is on their backs in their cribs. Using sweet art and tender text, that message is reinforced in this board book intended for new parents.
Susan Kathleen Hartung also illustrated Tallulah: Mermaid of the Great Lakes. She lives in Brooklyn, Michigan.
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March March Ages Birth and up Ages 4-8 32 pages, 10 x 10 inches 32 pages, 10 x 10 inches $15.99, Can. $19.99 $16.99, Can. $20.99 Jacketed Hardcover Jacketed Hardcover CTN: 20 CTN: 20 • eBook available • eBook available
Mommy Loves You! Why Did the Farmer Cross the Road?
Helen Foster James, Petra Brown Brooke Herter James, Mike Herrod
From the author–illustrator team behind the popular Loves You series Farmer would just like to sleep in but his early morning slumbers are (Grandma Loves You! and Grandpa Loves You!) comes a tribute to the most disturbed by his faithful companion, Donkey. And Donkey isn’t there to bid enduring bond of all, that between a mother and her child. In tender rhyming Farmer a good morning. As it turns out, the prospect of fun and food has text, Mommy Bunny tells Baby of the love she feels in her role as a mother. lured the farm’s livestock to a local fair. Now it’s up to Farmer and Donkey to go round up the wayward critters before they can get into too much trouble. My heart’s full of love that blossoms and grows Or is it too late? For other titles in this series from your little nose to those teensy toes. see page 36. Young readers will laugh out loud at the antics of the farmer’s chickens, goats, You are my moonbeam, my stars in the sky. pigs, and one anxious cow in this quirky tale riffing off the classic joke. My hopes and my heart, my cute honey pie.
Accompanied by sweet, enchanting artwork, these touching endearments Donkey-owner Brooke Herter James is a student of the Gotham Writers’ Workshop and a express the devotion found within a mother’s heart. A lovely heartwarming graduate of the Yale Writers’ Conference. She lives in Reading, Vermont. gift for every mother (and all mothers-to-be). Mike Herrod has written and illustrated several books for children, including Doggie Dreams and Hiccup! He lives in Queens, New York. Helen Foster James’s books include the popular Grandma Loves You!; Grandma’s Christmas Wish; and Paper Son: Lee’s Journey to America. She lives in San Diego, California.
Petra Brown also illustrated Grandma’s Christmas Wish and the upcoming When the Wind Blows. She lives in Wales, United Kingdom.
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March March Ages 4-8 Ages 6-10 32 pages, 10 x 10 inches 32 pages, 10 x 10 inches $16.99, Can. $20.99 $16.99, Can. $20.99 Jacketed Hardcover Jacketed Hardcover CTN: 20 CTN: 20 • eBook available • eBook available
A Symphony of Cowbells Out of School and Into Nature: The Anna Comstock Story Heather Preusser, Eileen Ryan Ewen Suzanne Slade, Jessica Lanan In the Bavarian town of Gimmelwald, springtime is the noisiest season of all as the dairy cows make their way up the mountainside and into the high This picture-book biography examines the life and career of naturalist and pastures to graze. Each cow wears a cowbell that makes a distinctive sound artist Anna Comstock (1854-1930), who defied social conventions and pursued from da-ding, da-ding to jingle-jangle, jingle-jangle to clang-clong-clank, the study of science. clang-clong-clank. And little Petra’s favorite cow, Elfi, wears the loudest bell From the time she was a young girl, Anna Comstock was fascinated by the of all with its brrring-BONG, brrring-BONG. Altogether, the cowbells make natural world. She loved exploring outdoors, examining wildlife and learning a wonderful symphony, encouraging the herd to make its way up to graze on nature’s secrets. From watching the teamwork of marching ants to following the lush green grass. the constellations in the sky, Anna observed it all. And her interest only But when Elfi loses her cowbell, the herd’s perfect harmony is ruined. The increased as she grew older and attended Cornell University. There she cows refuse to head to the pasture. No grazing means no sweet milk with continued her studies, pushing back against those social conventions that which to make scrumptious cheese. Young readers will enjoy how keen-eyed implied science was a man’s pursuit. Eventually Anna became known as a Petra not only retrieves Elfi’s bell but other items that have gone missing. nature expert, pioneering a movement to encourage schools to conduct science and nature classes for children outdoors. Heather Preusser has an M.F.A. in creative writing from the University of Southern Maine’s Stonecoast program. When not writing, she teaches high-school English and lives in Westminster, In following her passion, this remarkable woman blazed a trail for female Colorado. scientists today.
Eileen Ryan Ewen’s children’s books include Miss Colfax’s Light and Mr. McGinty’s Monarchs. Suzanne Slade is the award-winning author of dozens of nature and science books, including The She lives in Cleveland, Ohio. Inventor’s Secret, a 2016 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book. She lives in Libertyville, Illinois.
Jessica Lanan’s children’s books include The Story I’ll Tell and Good Fortune in a Wrapping Cloth. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.
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HC: 978-1-58536-947-8 978-1-58536-987-4 PB: 978-1-58536-948-5 April March Ages 4-8 Ages 9 and up 32 pages, 9 x 9 inches 368 pages, 5½ x 8½ inches $16.99, Can. $20.99 HC: $16.99, Can. $20.99 CTN: 20 PB: $9.99, Can. $11.99 • eBook available CTN: 20 • eBook available
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Tig Ripley: Hard Rock Little Red Rolls Away
Ginger Rue Linda Whalen, Jennifer E. Morris
For other titles in this series In this sequel to Rock ’n’ Roll Rebel, things are looking up for the girls of When Little Red Barn wakes one morning, he finds his animal friends have see page 60. Pandora’s Box. Following their successful appearance in the University of gone. He’s empty and alone. And then big noisy machines lift him up and put Alabama student TV commercial, Tig and the other members of Pandora’s him on a truck. Box are eager to be taken seriously as a rock band. But the high drama of As Little Red is transported across the countryside, down a major river, and middle-school life rears its head. through city streets, he feels anxious and a little afraid. Where is he going? First, the girls finally tire of Kyra’s lack of commitment and refusal to improve Who will be there when he reaches his destination? her bass skills. Tig can only defend her cousin just so much. Then to add to When Little Red does finally reach his new home in a surprising location, he the Kyra problem, Robbie wants to bring in a new member to the band. This finds things are even better than before. The story of the little barn’s relocation new girl really sets Tig’s teeth on edge. Is Tig losing her bestie status with and adjustment to a new place will reassure and comfort young readers facing Robbie? And now, topping everything off, Tig can’t stop thinking about Will changes in their own lives. Mason. Seeing him together with bandmate Olivia is agonizing.
Tig is trying to do her best as leader but will all these struggles pull Pandora’s Linda Whalen has spent most of her career with young children, working in and then owning her Box apart just when it looks like musical success is around the corner? own child-care facility. She lives in Northern California.
Jennifer E. Morris is an award-winning children’s book illustrator whose work includes the Ginger Rue is the author of Brand-New Emily and Jump. She’s a former advice columnist for a best-selling May I Please Have a Cookie? She lives in Lunenburg, Massachusetts. teen magazine, and her work has appeared in Seventeen, Teen Vogue, Girls’ Life, and other publi- cations. She is currently a contributing editor for Guideposts. Ginger lives in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
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978-1-58536-965-2 HC: 978-1-58536-921-8 PB: 978-1-58536-922-5 April Ages 4-8 April 32 pages, 9 x 11 inches Ages 7 and up $16.99, Can. $20.99 160 pages, 5½ x 7½ inches Jacketed Hardcover HC: $9.99, Can. $11.99 CTN: 20 PB: $5.99, Can. $5.99 • eBook available • eBook available
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Full Moon Lore Stella Batts: Broken Birthday For other titles in this series see page 59. Ellen Wahi, Ashley Stewart Courtney Sheinmel, Jennifer A. Bell
Writers have been inspired by it, astronauts have dreamed of walking on it, What’s the best day of the year? A birthday, of course! farmers have harvested under its bright light. Over thousands of years and Stella Batts is turning nine, and she has big plans. Her family will be going to in countless ways, life on Earth has been influenced by our brilliant, glowing Pennsylvania to celebrate. That’s where Stella’s best friend Willa moved to, otherworldly neighbor, the moon. And what is more beautiful or dramatic in and Stella hasn’t seen Willa for months. the night sky than a full moon? It’s hard not to see your best friend for that long, so this is an important trip. Full Moon Lore cycles through the year’s calendar to explain the name of But before Stella can get on the plane — DISASTER STRIKES! Now instead each month’s full moon, along with the reasons for it. From the bitter cold of a birthday weekend sleepover with Willa in Pennsylvania, Stella is stuck in of January’s Wolf Moon to the promise of spring illuminated by April’s Pink a hospital room in her hometown of Somers, California, with a broken leg, Moon to the steamy redness of August’s Sturgeon Moon, readers of all ages doctors, nurses, and a roommate who is a stranger. will gain a new appreciation of our lunar neighbor and the wonders of nature it bears witness to. What’s the worst day of the year? You guessed it. Stella’s birthday. A page of fun-to-know moon science facts is included. In addition to the Stella Batts series, Courtney Sheinmel also writes middle-grade and young-adult books, including the new Zacktastic series. She lives in New York City. Ellen Wahi has been a teacher of all ages for fifty years and lives near Torch Lake in Michigan. Full Moon Lore is her first children’s book. Jennifer A. Bell is a children’s book and greeting card illustrator, and studied at the Columbus College of Art and Design. She lives in Toronto. Ashley Stewart has had a variety of jobs, from hand painting Christmas ornaments to creating manuals for industrial balancing machines. She lives in Lynchburg, Virginia.
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April April Ages 4-8 Ages 6-10 32 pages, 9 x 9 inches 32 pages, 9 x 11 inches $16.99, Can. $20.99 $16.99, Can. $20.99 Jacketed Hardcover Jacketed Hardcover CTN: 20 CTN: 20 • eBook available • eBook available
Smell My Elephant The Skydiving Beavers of Idaho: A True Tale
Tina Ballon DeBord, Kim Jackson DeBord Susan Wood, Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen
When Fletcher sits down to a tea party with his favorite stuffed animal, Just after World War II, the people of McCall, Idaho, found themselves with a Elephant, something seems different. It’s not the tea. What is it? problem. McCall was a lovely resort community in Idaho’s backcountry with mountain views, a sparkling lake, and plenty of forests. It was a beautiful place Fletcher notices that Elephant does not smell like his usual self. Hmm . . . to live. And not just for humans. For centuries, beavers had made the region Everyone knows that stuffed elephants always smell like the places they’ve their home. But what’s good for beavers is not necessarily good for humans, been. But Elephant doesn’t smell like his usual places like the sandbox or even and vice versa. the laundry basket. So Fletcher sets out to get some answers from family and friends on just what Elephant does smell like. So in a unique conservation effort, in 1948 a team from the Idaho Fish and Game Department decided to relocate the McCall beaver colony. In a daring And while everyone has their own opinion, it’s Fletcher who finally identifies experiment, the team airdropped seventy-six live beavers to a new location, the sweet scent coming from Elephant. successfully establishing a new home for the animals. Readers and nature enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy this true story of ingenuity and determination. Tina Ballon DeBord has degrees in writing from the University of Toledo and the University of Michigan. She lives in Sylvania, Ohio. Susan Wood (formerly writing as Susan VanHecke) is the author of Esquivel! Space-Age Sound Kim Jackson DeBord is an artist and educator working at the intersection of art, design, and Artist and Under the Freedom Tree. She lives in Norfolk, Virginia. craft. She lives and works in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen’s children’s books include The Legend of Sleeping Bear; The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell; and the Hazel Ridge Farm series. He lives in Bath, Michigan.
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May May Ages 4-8 Ages 4-8 32 pages, 9 x 11 inches 32 pages, 9 x 11 inches $16.99, Can. $20.99 $16.99, Can. $20.99 Jacketed Hardcover Jacketed Hardcover CTN: 20 CaTN: 20 • eBook available • eBook available
Other titles in this series Around the World Right Now Willow and the Wedding
Gina Cascone and Bryony Williams Sheppard, Olivia Beckman Denise Brennan-Nelson, Cyd Moore
In this multicultural travelogue through each of the 24 time zones, young Willow is back and she has wonderful news. Her uncle Ash and his partner readers are invited to travel the world and experience all the people, places, David are getting married! The arrangements are all set, from the beach and things that exist on our planet right now. where the ceremony will take place to the food and decorations. And Willow gets to be the flower girl. Everything will be just perfect. Until Willow learns In every minute of every hour of every day, something wonderful is happening 978-1-58536-342-1 978-1-58536-522-7 that Uncle Ash will not be dancing at his own wedding. around our world. In Santa Fe, New Mexico, an artist sits in front of his easel working on a painting. While at the same time in Greenland, an Inuit boy How can Uncle Ash not dance on the most important day of his life? begins training his first pack of sled dogs. While in Madagascar, a playful When Willow learns the reason behind Uncle Ash’s reluctance, she’s determined lemur is trying to steal treats from a family’s picnic, just as a baby humpback to remedy the situation. But can she do it in time for the big day? whale is born deep in the Pacific Ocean. The charming can-do spirit from Willow and Willow and the Snow Day Dance A perfect read-aloud to help introduce geography and time-telling as well as a is on full display in this story of acceptance and love. celebration of the richness and diversity of life on our planet.
A national speaker and author, Denise Brennan-Nelson has written over 20 children’s books, in- Gina Cascone is the author of 30 books, as well as a writer for screen and television. She lives cluding He’s Been a Monster All Day! and the Likes to Say series. She resides in Howell, Michigan. in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Educator Bryony Williams Sheppard holds a degree in Theater Education from Emerson College. She lives in Ewing, New Jersey. Cyd Moore is the illustrator of more than 35 books, including the I Love You, Stinky Face series. She lives in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. Olivia Beckman is a Spanish illustrator whose work has been published in Spain and Germany. Today she lives and works in Germany.
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Fun Facts for Even the Littlest Booklover! All titles in this series are: • 7 x 5 inches • 20 pages, unless otherwise noted. • eBook available Little America NEW Little Mississippi Little Missouri Little Nebraska Helen Foster James, Illus., Jeannie Brett, Michael Shoulders, Illus., Helle Urban Judy Young, Illus., Helle Urban Rajean Luebs Shepherd, Illus., Helle Urban Michael Glenn Monroe and Helle Urban 978-1-58536-974-4 | $9.95 978-1-58536-206-6 | $9.95 978-1-58536-928-7 | $9.95 978-1-58536-179-3 | $7.95
Little Arizona Little California Little Colorado Little New Jersey Little New York Little North Carolina Barbara Gowan, Illus., Helle Urban Helen Foster James, Illus., Helle Urban Denise Brennan-Nelson, Illus., Helle Urban Trinka Hakes Noble, Illus., Jeannie Brett Helen L. Wilbur, Illus., Jeannie Brett Carol Crane, Illus., Jeannie Brett 978-1-58536-208-0 | $9.95 978-1-58536-538-8 | $9.95 978-1-58536-530-2 | $9.95 978-1-58536-786-3 | $9.95 978-1-58536-491-6 | $9.95 978-1-58536-545-6 | $9.95
Little Florida Little Georgia Little Illinois Little Ohio Little Oklahoma Little Pennsylvania Carol Crane, Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Carol Crane, Illus., Laura Knorr Esther Hershenhorn, Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Marcia Schonberg, Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Illus., Helle Urban Trinka Hakes Noble, Illus., Jeannie Brett 978-1-58536-487-9 | $9.95 978-1-58536-203-5 | $9.95 978-1-58536-537-1 | $9.95 978-1-58536-527-2 | $9.95 978-1-58536-927-0 | $9.95 978-1-58536-506-7 | $9.95
Little Louisiana Little Maine Little Massachusetts Little South Carolina Little Tennessee Little Texas Anita Prieto, Illus., Laura Knorr Jeannie Brett, Illus., Jeannie Brett Kate Hale, Illus., Jeannie Brett Carol Crane, Illus., Jeannie Brett Michael Shoulders, Illus., Helle Urban Carol Crane, Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe 978-1-58536-184-7 | $9.95 978-1-58536-497-8 | $9.95 978-1-58536-949-2 | $9.95 978-1-58536-486-2 | $9.95 978-1-58536-201-1 | $9.95 978-1-58536-488-6 | $9.95
Little Michigan Little Minnesota Little Wisconsin Little Wyoming Little Canada Denise Brennan-Nelson, Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Kathy-jo Wargin, Illus., Helle Urban Kathy-jo Wargin, Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Eugene Gagliano, Illus., Helle Urban Matt Napier, Illus., Renné Benoit 978-1-58536-479-4 | $9.95 978-1-58536-174-8 | $9.95 978-1-58536-209-7 | $9.95 978-1-58536-544-9 | $9.95 978-1-58536-178-6 | $9.95 From Little Massachusetts
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Little Baseball Little Basketball Little Football A Wish to be a Christmas Tree Z is for Zamboni: A Hockey Alphabet Grandma’s Nursery Rhymes: Itsy Bitsy Spider Brad Herzog, Illus., Doug Bowles Brad Herzog, Illus., Doug Bowles Brad Herzog, Illus., Doug Bowles Colleen Monroe. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Matt Napier, Illus., Melanie Rose and Old MacDonald 978-1-58536-547-0 | $7.95 978-1-58536-181-6 | $7.95 978-1-58536-546-3 | $7.95 978-1-58536-269-1 | $8.99 978-1-58536-303-2 | $8.99 Illus., Petra Brown 5¾ x 7½ inches, 30 pages 5¼ x 7½ inches, 32 pages Itsy Bitsy Spider: 978-1-58536-607-1 Old MacDonald: 978-1-58536-609-5 $6.99, 6 x6 inches, 18 pages
Little Hockey Little Soccer Little Dance Matt Napier, Illus., Renné Benoit Brad Herzog, Illus., Doug Bowles Illus., Renné Benoit Science, History and Nature: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted. 978-1-58536-712-2 | $7.95 978-1-58536-197-7 | $7.95 978-1-58536-884-6 | $8.99
A is for Airplane: An Aviation Alphabet A is for Anaconda: A Rainforest Alphabet B is for Battle Cry: A Civil War Alphabet Celebrate the science of flight with events such as the Exotic inhabitants are highlighted along with explana- The history and drama of the Civil War are explored. Little Birthday Little Halloween I Love Hockey Spirit of St. Louis’s nonstop flight and the launch of the tions of forest structure such as understory and canopy. Topics include historic battles, renowned leaders, inven- first space shuttle. Anthony Fredericks. Illus., Laura Regan tions, and inspiring events and documents. Illus., Helle Urban Denise Brennan-Nelson, Illus., Helle Urban 978-1-58536-912-6 | $8.99 Mary Ann McCabe Riehle. Illus., David Craig 978-1-58536-317-9, $17.95 Patricia Bauer. Illus., David Geister 978-1-58536-911-9 | $8.99 978-1-58536-885-3 | $8.99 978-1-58536-358-2, $16.95 ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List 978-1-58536-356-8, $17.95 ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List
H is for Hockey Hockey Numbers M is for Maple Kevin Shea. Illus., Ken Dewar Matt Napier, Illus., Melanie Rose Mike Ulmer, Illus., Melanie Rose 978-1-58536-891-4 | $7.99 978-1-58536-346-9 | $7.99 978-1-58536-345-2 | $8.99 5¼ x 7½ inches, 28 pages 5¼ x 7½ inches, 28 pages 5½ x 7½ inches, 34 pages
B is for Beacon: A Great Lakes Lighthouse Alphabet The history of Great Lakes lighthouses is explored, de- tailing famous structures, local lore, as well as notable moments in Great Lakes history. Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Renée Graef 978-1-58536-916-4, $16.99 Say Daddy! Txtng Mama Txtng Baby Where to Sleep Michael Shoulders, Illus., Teri Weidner Esther Hershenhorn Kandy Radzinski. Illus., Kandy Radzinski From B is for Beacon 978-1-58536-863-1 | $8.99 978-1-58536-887-7 | $8.99 978-1-58536-535-7 | $9.95 6 x 6 inches, 26 pages 4 x 6½ inches, 16 pages 6 x6 inches, 32 pages
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Science, History and Nature: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted. Science, History and Nature: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted.
B is for Blue Planet: D is for Desert: A World Deserts Alphabet D is for Dinosaur: A Prehistoric Alphabet S is for Save the Planet: S is for Scientists: A Discovery Alphabet S is for Sleeping Bear Dunes: An Earth Science Alphabet Explore desert regions around the world, meet desert Explore current theories behind dinosaur extinction, A How-to-Be Green Alphabet A behind-the-scenes look into discoveries that changed A National Lakeshore Alphabet How do the northern lights get their colors? Examine inhabitants, and learn about weather phenomena such along with other fascinating aspects of prehistoric life, S is for Save the Planet details the many scientific method (Galileo’s theory of Explore the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Earth’s diverse ecosystems, discover geological wonders, as dust storms and flash floods. including the biggest meat-eater known. environmental issues we face and then suggests easy- measurement) to everyday inventions (Scotchgard). in Michigan, which was designated the “Most Beautiful learn about weather phenomena, and more. Barbara Gowan. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Todd Chapman and Lita Judge. Illus., Lita Judge to-take actions that anyone can do. Larry Verstraete. Illus., David Geister Place in America” in 2011 on ABC’s Good Morning Ruth Strother. Illus., Bob Marstall 978-1-58536-501-2, $16.95, 32 pages 978-1-58536-242-4, $17.95, 48 pages Brad Herzog. Illus., Linda Holt Ayriss 978-1-58536-470-1, $16.95, 32 pages America show. 978-1-58536-454-1, $16.95 ✪ 2013 Outstanding Science Trade Books 978-1-58536-428-2, $17.95 ✪ 2011 Outstanding Science Trade Books for Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List Students K-12 List 978-1-58536-917-1, $16.99, 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages
G is for Galaxy: I is for Idea: An Inventions Alphabet M is for Majestic: S is for Smithsonian: S is for S’mores: A Camping Alphabet T is for Time An Out of This World Alphabet Budding scientists explore the development of bicycles, A National Parks Alphabet America’s Museum Alphabet Find out what to pack, where to go, and what to do T is for Time uses the alphabet to explore the concept Galactic questions such as what planet is 300 times zippers, toilets, computers, and many other inventions Natural splendors of America’s national parks, from Acadia From the Hope Diamond to Dorothy’s ruby slippers from when you get there. Topics include unique camping of time, from explaining basic units of measurement to heavier than Earth? get answered in this A-Z space that we take for granted in our daily lives. to Zion, are showcased. Explore volcanoes, glaciers, The Wizard of Oz, readers can take an armchair tour environments, equipment necessities, famous conserva- showcasing important scientific achievements. overview. Marcia Schonberg. Illus., Kandy Radzinski forests, and more. of the incredible exhibitions found in the Smithsonian tionists, and national parks. Marie and Roland Smith. Illus., Renée Graef Janis Campbell and Cathy Collison. Illus., Alan Stacy 978-1-58536-257-8, $16.95, 48 pages David Domeniconi. Illus., Pam Carroll Museum. Helen Foster James. Illus., Lita Judge 978-1-58536-512-8, $16.99, Ages 8 - 11 978-1-58536-255-4, $16.95 PB: 978-1-58536-327-8, $7.95 978-1-58536-138-0, $17.95, 48 pages Marie and Roland Smith 978-1-58536-302-5, $17.95 ✪ 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young PB: 978-1-58536-335-3, $7.95 PB: 978-1-58536-333-9, $7.95 Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen People 978-1-58536-314-8, $17.95, 32 pages
M is for Meow: A Cat Alphabet P is for Pirate: A Pirate Alphabet P is for Prairie Dog: A Prairie Alphabet T is for Titanic: A Titanic Alphabet V is for Venus Flytrap: A Plant Alphabet W is for Waves: An Ocean Alphabet Matter-of-fact topics such as breeds, behavior, Renowned children’s author Eve Bunting explores the An A-Z tour of the many facets of the prairie ecosystem The history of the Titanic, from the groundbreaking Why do onions make us cry? And what makes a forest a Explore the ocean’s depths and meet the creatures that and cat care alternate with anecdotal entries. history of piracy with topics such as legendary ships, and its inhabitants, including bison, quail, and prairie technology that went into the ship’s design to the per- rainforest? From basic science to global issues, the live there. Learn about thermohaline currents, dolphin Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Robert Papp fabled hideouts, and notorious villains like Blackbeard. dogs, along with insect and plant life. sonal stories of the people on board, is explored. plant kingdom in its amazing diversity is explored. intelligence, and the largest living structure in the world. 978-1-58536-304-9, $17.95 Eve Bunting. Illus., John Manders Anthony D. Fredericks. Illus., Doug Bowles Michael and Debbie Shoulders Eugene M. Gagliano. Illus., Elizabeth Traynor Marie and Roland Smith. Illus., John Megahan ✪ 2007 ASPCA® Henry Bergh Children’s Book Honor 978-1-58536-815-0, $16.95 978-1-58536-508-1, $16.95, 32 pages Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-350-6, $17.95 978-1-58536-254-7, $17.95 ✎ “Young pirate fanatics will appreciate the interesting 978-1-58536-176-2, $17.95, 32 pages information provided but will also find the illustrations ✪ 2012 National Parenting Publication Children’s riveting.” —School Library Journal Product—Silver Award Book category
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Science, History and Nature: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted. Arts and Culture: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted.
W is for Wind: A Weather Alphabet W is for Woof: A Dog Alphabet Z is for Zookeeper: A Zoo Alphabet M is for Masterpiece: An Art Alphabet M is for Melody: A Music Alphabet M is for Mom: A Child’s Alphabet What is a jet stream? How fast does it flow? What storm- Whether a mutt or purebred, the domesticated dog has Who better than a zookeeper to give a behind-the- Designed to follow the art curricula of grades 3-5, Based on NAEC Standards for Music in Elementary, Some of the many ways a mother expresses her love are related phenomenon is five times hotter than the sun’s been a part of human society for thousands of years. scenes tour of one of the most popular places to visit? M is for Masterpiece is the first comprehensive guide to instruments, terms, composers, and musical styles are explored in playful verse and insightful reflections. surface? The answers to these questions and many more This A-Z canine course includes behavior, training, From trimming toenails to transportation to putting fine art written especially for children. examined. Mary Ann McCabe Riehle. Illus., Chris Ellison can be found in this A-Z weather primer. grooming, and health care. animals to bed at night, it’s all here. David Domeniconi. Illus., Will Bullas Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Katherine Larson 978-1-58536-458-9, $17.95, 32 pages Pat Michaels. Illus., Melanie Rose Ruth Strother. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Marie and Roland Smith. Illus., Henry Cole 978-1-58536-276-9, $17.95, 48 pages 978-1-58536-215-8, $16.95 978-1-58536-237-0, $16.95 978-1-58536-343-8, $17.95 978-1-58536-158-8, $16.95 PB: 978-1-58536-332-2, $9.99, 40 pages PB: 978-1-58536-330-8, $7.95 PB: 978-1-58536-477-0, $7.95 PB: 978-1-58536-329-2, $7.95 ✪ 2007 Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Award
Arts and Culture: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted.
A is for Abraham: A Jewish Family Alphabet B is for Bookworm: A Library Alphabet D is for Drinking Gourd: M is for Monster: Discover the meaning behind celebrations such as the Libraries come in all shapes and sizes from Kenya’s An African American Alphabet A Fantastic Creatures Alphabet Festival of Lights, and see modern-day families continue Camel Library Service to Zimbabwe’s Donkey Libraries From the bravery of the early abolitionists to the cultural Monster, mystery, and fantasy fans of all ages will enjoy to celebrate their heritage. to northern Europe’s Book Boats. legacy of the Harlem Renaissance, discover many of this A-Z tribute to legendary creatures such as mum- Richard Michelson. Illus., Ron Mazellan Anita C. Prieto. Illus., Renée Graef the remarkable achievements of African Americans mies, werewolves, and zombies. 978-1-58536-322-3, $17.95, 40 pages PB: 978-1-58536-326-1, $7.95, 40 pages throughout our history. J. Patrick Lewis. Illus., Gerald Kelley 978-1-58536-818-1, $16.99, 32 pages ✪ 2009 Sydney Taylor Honor Book Nancy I. Sanders. Illus., E. B. Lewis 978-1-58536-293-6, $17.95, 40 pages ✎ “[It] will please lovers of the supernatural any time of PB: 978-1-58536-474-9, $7.95 year.”—Publishers Weekly ✪ 2008 IRA Teachers’ Choice From M is for Monster
D is for Drum: A Native American Alphabet F is for Friendship: A Quilt Alphabet G is for Gladiator: Number 1 Teacher: P is for Princess: A Royal Alphabet T is for Teachers: A School Alphabet How did the horse first come to North America? Why did The history, craftsmanship, techniques, and traditions An Ancient Rome Alphabet A School Counting Book Tour the world of kings, queens, and the stories behind Behind-the-scenes peek at one of the most important the Anasazi disappear? An A-Z introduction to the first of the art of quilting are presented. Covers fabrics, quilt From A to Z, G is for Gladiator explores ancient Rome. From the five lines on a music staff all the way up to the the thrones. Monarchs real (Princess Diana) and make- buildings a child will ever enter. people of North America. patterns, inventions, famous quilts, and cultures. Topics include Roman law, mythology, and the ultimate famous 100th day of school, young readers are introduced believe (Cinderella) are profiled and examined, along with Steven L. Layne and Deborah Dover Layne Michael and Debbie Shoulders. Illus., Irving Toddy Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen “fight club” (gladiatorial combat). to the concepts they’ll learn in elementary school. their legends and histories. Illus., Doris Ettlinger 978-1-58536-274-5, $16.95, 40 pages 978-1-58536-532-6, $16.95, 32 pages Debbie and Michael Shoulders. Illus., Victor Juhasz Steven L. Layne and Deborah Dover Layne Steven L. Layne and Deborah Dover Layne 978-1-58536-159-5, $16.95, 40 pages Illus., Doris Ettlinger ✪ 2008 Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Awards ✪ 2012 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young 978-1-58536-457-2, $17.95, 40 pages Illus., Robert and Lisa Papp Ages 4-10 People 978-1-58536-307-0, $17.95, 40 pages 978-1-58536-306-3, $17.95, 40 pages PB: 978-1-58536-331-5, $7.95 Canadian version: 978-1-58536-266-0 ✪ 2006 Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Award
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Arts and Culture: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted. Language Arts: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted.
T is for Tutu: A Ballet Alphabet T is for Twin Cities: R is for Rhyme: A Poetry Alphabet S is for Sea Glass: A Beach Alphabet S is for Story: A Writer’s Alphabet Dancer Sonia Rodriguez, with husband Kurt Browning, A Minneapolis/St. Paul Alphabet From acrostics to ballads to meter and metaphor, enjoy Using a variety of poetry forms such as free verse and Writing terms and topics such as first draft and introduces this dance form from its beginnings to basic Visit famous Twin Cities landmarks, meet famous Minne- this collection of poems that illustrate poetic tools, ode, the beach life is celebrated. narrative are explained. Genres, story elements, and the positions to famous stage roles. sotans such as Garrison Keillor, and enjoy the region’s terms, and techniques. Richard Michelson. Illus., Doris Ettlinger mechanics of how to write are covered. Sonia Rodriguez and Kurt Browning many outdoor sports. Judy Young. Illus., Victor Juhasz 978-1-58536-862-4, $15.95, 11 x 9 inches Esther Hershenhorn. Illus., Zachary Pullen Illus., Wilson Ong Nancy Carlson and Helen L. Wilbur 978-1-58536-240-0, $17.95, 48 pages 32 pages, All ages 978-1-58536-439-8, $17.95, 40 pages 978-1-58536-312-4, $16.95, 32 pages Illus., David Geister PB: 978-1-58536-519-7, $8.95 ✎ “Absolutely lovely and original, this is a summer book ✪ 2011 Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Award 978-1-58536-583-8, $16.95, 32 pages ✪ Starred Kirkus Reviews of poetry worth remembering and revisiting year after year after year.” — Betsy Bird, New York Public Library librarian From T is for Tutu
Sports: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted.
V is for von Trapp: W is for Windy City: A Chicago Alphabet Z is for Zeus: A is for Amazing Moments: A is for Axel: An Ice Skating Alphabet B is for Buckaroo: A Cowboy Alphabet A Musical Family Alphabet Explore the Windy City, past and present, from famous A Greek Mythology Alphabet A Sports Alphabet World champion figure skater Kurt Browning glides What is a cowboy? What equipment can’t he (or she) The names and personalities made famous in the movie landmarks (the Water Tower) to favorite citizens (Barack What creature has the head of a woman, the body of a From the first woman to swim the English Channel to through the alphabet, explaining the history, techniques, do without? Cowpokes will enjoy this romp through the The Sound of Music are brought to life. Obama). lion, and the wings of an eagle? Find out in this study the first person to run a mile in under four minutes, and memorable moments of the sport. facts, feats, and folks of the cowboy way of life. William Anderson. Illus., Linda Dockey Graves Steven L. Layne and Deborah Dover Layne of the strange creatures and exciting stories of Greek witness some of the incredible and amazing events and Kurt Browning. Illus., Melanie Rose Louise Doak Whitney and Gleaves Whitney 978-1-58536-531-9, $16.95, 32 pages Illus., Michael Hays and Judy MacDonald mythology. milestones in the world of sports. 978-1-58536-280-6, $17.95 Illus., Susan Guy 978-1-58536-420-6, $17.95, 40 pages Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Victor Juhasz Brad Herzog. Illus., Melanie Rose 978-1-58536-139-7, $17.95, 11 x 9 inches 978-1-58536-341-4, $17.95, 40 pages 978-1-58536-360-5, $17.95 PB: 978-1-58536-336-0, $7.95
Language Arts: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted.
NEW D is for Dump Truck: D is for Derby: A Kentucky Derby Alphabet E is for Extreme: A Construction Alphabet Enjoy a behind-the-scenes view of this prestigious event An Extreme Sports Alphabet What could be more fun than building a backyard tree- with topics such as famous jockeys, legendary horses, From bungee jumping to the ultramarathon, the world of house? Jaunty poems offer an A-Z blueprint of just what and fabled Bluegrass farms. extreme sports is explored. Topics include drag racing, it takes to get the job done. Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Jaime Corum freestyle skiing, and kite boarding. Michael Shoulders. Illus., Kent Culotta 978-1-58536-813-6, $16.95 Brad Herzog. Illus., Melanie Rose 978-1-58536-975-1, $16.99, 11 x 9 inches 978-1-58536-310-0, $17.95 32 pages, Ages 4-8 From D is for Dump Truck
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Sports: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted. Sports: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, 40 pages, unless otherwise noted.
F is for Fenway: America’s H is for Horse: An Equestrian Alphabet J is for Jump Shot: A Basketball Alphabet K is for Kick: A Soccer Alphabet Oldest Major League Ballpark From basics such as mucking out a stall and how to From the first jump ball and its humble beginnings at a Where is the world’s largest soccer ball? What is a Baseball fans learn about the ballpark’s history, features, judge a horse’s qualities to the history of the Royal YMCA to the final buzzer and glamour of the professional “header” and how many times is it used in an average and momentous events, including famous home runs Canadian Mounted Police, horse-lovers of all ages are league, basketball fundamentals and terms are explained. game? K is for Kick details every facet of the game of from luminaries such as Ted Williams. given A-Z fundamentals. Mike Ulmer. Illus., Mark Braught soccer from Pelé to passing. Jerry Pallotta. Illus., John S. Dykes Mike Ulmer. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-229-5, $16.95 Brad Herzog. Illus., Melanie Rose 978-1-58536-788-7, $16.95, 32 pages 978-1-58536-213-4, $17.95 PB: 978-1-58536-338-4, $7.95 978-1-58536-130-4, $16.95 PB: 978-1-58536-339-1, $7.95 From F is for Fenway
Full Count: A Baseball Number Book G is for Gold Medal: An Olympics Alphabet Hat Tricks Count: A Hockey Number Book P is for Putt: A Golf Alphabet R is for Race: A Stock Car Alphabet T is for Touchdown: A Football Alphabet Starting with the signal for a fastball (1), to the miles- Follow the incredible athletes and amazing events and Companion title to Z is for Zamboni, hockey fans see This A-Z explanation covers everything from the dimples From the pace car’s first lap to the final checkered flag, Fans of all ages will devour the details on the world of per-hour speed on the fastest pitches thrown (100+), the milestones that have occurred in the world of Olympic numbers everywhere—from scoreboard to jersey—as on the ball to equipment, famous courses, and why golfers readers get a driver’s-seat view to the exciting world of the pigskin, from A-Z and end zone to end zone. Plays sport of baseball is explained using numbers. sports. they count their way through the sport. shout “Fore!” stock car racing. Illustrations by a NASCAR licensed artist. and players are just a few of the topics covered. Brad Herzog. Illus., Bruce Langton Brad Herzog. Illus., Doug Bowles Matt Napier. Illus., Melanie Rose Brad Herzog. Illus., Bruce Langton Brad Herzog. Illus., Jane Gilltrap Bready Brad Herzog. Illus., Mark Braught 978-1-58536-429-9, $17.95, 32 pages 978-1-58536-462-6, $15.95, 32 pages 978-1-58536-163-2, $16.95 978-1-58536-252-3, $16.95 978-1-58536-272-1, $16.95 978-1-58536-233-2, $16.95 PB: 978-1-58536-476-3, $7.95 PB: 978-1-58536-337-7, $7.95 Hockey Numbers BB: 978-1-58536-346-9, $7.99 5½ x 7½, 28 pages, Ages 1-4
H is for Hockey: An NHL Alumni Alphabet H is for Home Run: A Baseball Alphabet H is for Hook: A Fishing Alphabet W is for Wrigley: Z is for Zamboni: A Hockey Alphabet Written by one of hockey’s foremost historians, this book Readers are pitched baseball’s facts, faces, history, and H is for Hook tackles types of lures, where to fish, and The Friendly Confines Alphabet Penned by the son of a former NHL player, the ABCs of pays tribute to players in the National Hockey League places in this A-Z “home plate” view of America’s what equipment you will need, along with the basics of Enjoy this alphabetical tribute to Wrigley Field, the old- hockey are spelled out at every level—from a child’s first Alumni Association and the sport they love. favorite pastime. Topics include game basics and famous cleaning and cooking your final catch. est ballpark in the National League and the home of the game of shinny to the Stanley Cup finals. Kevin Shea. Illus., Ken Dewar players. Judy Young. Illus., Gary Palmer Chicago Cubs baseball team. Matt Napier. Illus., Melanie Rose 978-1-58536-794-8, $16.95, 32 pages Brad Herzog. Illus., Melanie Rose 978-1-58536-347-6, $17.95 Brad Herzog. Illus., John Hanley 978-1-58536-065-9, $19.95 978-1-58536-219-6, $16.95 978-1-58536-816-7, $16.95, 32 pages PB: 978-1-58536-238-7, $7.95 H is for Hockey PB: 978-1-58536-475-6, $7.95 BB: 978-1-58536-303-2, $8.99 BB: 978-1-58536-891-4, $7.99 5½ x 7½, 36 pages, Ages 1-4 5¼ x 7½, 28 pages, Ages 1-4 From Z is for Zamboni ✪ 2003 Blue Spruce Award
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Government, Citizenship and Economics: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted. Holiday: 11 x 10 inches, ages 6-10, unless otherwise noted.
A is for America: An American Alphabet D is for Democracy: A Citizen’s Alphabet Everyone Counts: A is for Abraham: J is for Jack-O’-Lantern: P is for Pilgrim: A Thanksgiving Famous citizens (Thomas Edison), historical events (first Explore our government’s structure, from its earliest A Citizen’s Number Book A Jewish Family Alphabet A Halloween Alphabet Alphabet man on the moon), national symbols (bald eagle), and beginnings to definitions of basic components and Starting with the Constitution (Number 1) to the number Discover the meaning behind celebrations such as the Enjoy Halloween history, haunted houses, spooky corn From the lives of our early settlers, who established the more are explored. concepts. of senators in the Senate (100), Everyone Counts uses Festival of Lights, and see modern-day families continue mazes, and more. foundations for American freedoms and ideals, to today’s Devin Scillian. Illus., Pam Carroll Elissa Grodin. Illus., Victor Juhasz numbers to explain the parties, processes, people, and to celebrate their heritage. Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Donald Wu celebrations. 978-1-58536-015-4, $22.95, 56 pages 978-1-58536-234-9, $16.95, 40 pages, Ages 8-10 history of our government. Richard Michelson. Illus., Ron Mazellan 978-1-58536-443-5, $14.95, 40 pages, Ages 4-8 Carol Crane. Illus., Helle Urban PB: 978-1-58536-328-5, $7.95 Elissa Grodin. Illus., Victor Juhasz 978-1-58536-322-3, $17.95, 40 pages PB: 978-1-58536-353-7, $7.95, 40 pages 978-1-58536-295-0, $17.95, 40 pages, Ages 8-10 ✪ 2005 IRA–CBC Children’s Book Award Notable ✪ 2009 Sydney Taylor Honor Book
Discover the World These books provide an introduction to diverse cultures, as well as showcasing each country’s distinctive qualities.
• 11 x 10 inches H is for Honor: A Military Family Alphabet M is for Money: An Economics Alphabet One Nation: America by the Numbers • Ages 6-10 Penned by the son of a career officer, the history, re- This A-Z examination of economics includes basic con- As the companion title to A is for America, One Nation uses • 40 pages, unless otherwise noted. sponsibility, and legacy of military family life is explored. cepts such as supply and demand, goods and services, numbers to further explore the history, geography, and • eBook available A respectful tribute to those who serve in America’s world trade, and free markets. people that have shaped the country of the United States. Armed Forces and their families. Debbie and Michael Shoulders. Illus., Marty Kelley Devin Scillian. Illus., Pam Carroll Devin Scillian. Illus., Victor Juhasz 978-1-58536-817-4, $16.99 PB: 978-1-58536-249-3, $7.95, 40 pages A is for America: D is for Dala Horse: A M is for Maple: A Canadian Alphabet 978-1-58536-292-9, $17.95, 11 x 9 inches, 40 pages 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 8-11 An American Alphabet Nordic Countries Alphabet Mike Ulmer. Illus., Melanie Rose Devin Scillian. Illus., Pam Carroll Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Renée Graef 978-1-58536-051-2, $19.95 ✪ 2008 NYSRA Suggested Reading List 978-1-58536-015-4, $22.95 978-1-58536-510-4, $17.95 PB: 978-1-58536-235-6, $8.95 56 pages BB: 978-1-58536-345-2, $7.99 D is for Dancing Dragon: 5½ x 7½, 34 pages, Ages 1-4 B is for Bagpipes: A Scotland Alphabet A China Alphabet Eve Begley Kiehm. Illus., Alexa Rutherford Carol Crane. Illus., Zong Zhou Wang P is for Passport: A World Alphabet 978-1-58536-453-4, $17.95 978-1-58536-273-8, $17.95, 48 pages Devin Scillian. Illus., various artists PB: 978-1-58536-473-2, $7.95 978-1-58536-157-1, $19.95, 48 pages B is for Big Ben: An England Alphabet “Cheerful color illustrations Pamela Duncan Edwards. Illus., Melanie Rose D is for Down Under: P is for Piñata: A Mexico Alphabet 978-1-58536-305-6, $17.95 An Australia Alphabet Tony Johnston. Illus., John Parra enhance this educational book Devin Scillian. Illus., Geoff Cook 978-1-58536-144-1, $17.95 NEW crafted to appeal to both C is for Canada: 978-1-58536-445-9, $17.95 ✪ 2010 California Reading Association Eureka! Celebrating Our Nation Honor Winner beginning readers learning the Mike Ulmer. Illus., Sylvie Daigneault E is for Eiffel Tower: 978-1-58536-973-7, $16.99 A France Alphabet S is for Shamrock: alphabet and older children 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Yan Nascimbene An Ireland Alphabet 978-1-58536-505-0, $17.95 Eve Bunting. Illus., Matt Faulkner C is for Ciao: An Italy Alphabet 978-1-58536-290-5, $17.95 who are curious about how Elissa Grodin and Governor Mario Cuomo K is for Kabuki: A Japan Alphabet money and trade work.” Illus., Marco Ventura Gloria Whelan and Jenny Nolan. Illus., Oki S. Han T is for Taj Mahal: An India Alphabet 978-1-58536-361-2, $17.95, 48 pages 978-1-58536-444-2, $17.95 Varsha Bajaj. Illus., Robert Crawford —Midwest Book Review 978-1-58536-504-3, $17.95 From M is for Money
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A Isn’t for Fox: An Isn’t Alphabet Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band America’s White Table The Boy and the Moon Buster the Little Garbage Truck Buzzy the bumblebee Experts know that sometimes the best way to teach a When a jazz-loving rooster sets his sights on winning Little known outside the military, the white table has A young boy slips outside to join some special friends Afraid of loud noises, Buster the little garbage truck Once Buzzy learns that a bumblebee’s wingspan is child what something is is to teach him what it isn’t. a barnyard talent show, he realizes he can’t do it as a been set in mess halls for decades. As a special gift to in a moonlight celebration. But their revelry comes to a must overcome his fears to help a friend in need. too small to support its body weight, he’s overcome with Wendy Ulmer. Illus., Laura Knorr solo act. her uncle, Katie is asked to help set this white table for halt when the moon becomes caught in a tree. Is anyone Marcia Berneger. Illus., Kevin Zimmer doubt. 978-1-58536-319-3, $16.95 Kwame Alexander. Illus., Tim Bowers dinner one night. brave enough to save the moon? 978-1-58536-894-5, $14.99 Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe 11 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 978-1-58536-688-0, $15.95 Margot Theis Raven. Illus., Mike Benny James Christopher Carroll 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-6 978-1-886947-82-5, $15.00 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-58536-216-5, $16.95 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✪ 2009 Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Award Illus., James Christopher Carroll ✎ “Expect to read this story more than once! It might 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 PB: 978-1-58536-166-3, $6.95 ✪ 2010 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List ✪ 43rd Annual NAACP Image Award finalist – 978-1-58536-521-0, $15.95 just become a favorite.” —Examiner.com Outstanding Literary Work – Children’s category 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-6
Bambi’s First Day Bear and Bird Black Beauty’s Early Days in the Catch A Kiss Colors of Me Delia’s Dull Day From Felix Salten’s original tale, this picture book depicts An old bear and a young bird become friends and spend Meadow This gentle story reassures the young reader that a Told in verse, intriguing collage illustrations frame Delia complains that her life is dull, not realizing that the early moments of the fawn’s life in the safety of a several years together until the bear’s death. Happy Following the opening chapter from the original 1877 mother’s love (along with her kisses) will always find this timeless story of a young child who questions the amazing things are happening around her, such as forest glen and the shelter of his mother’s care. memories bring comfort to the young bird. story, lush paintings depict the first few months of the its way. significance of color in the world around her. pirates on the school bus or elephants in her house. Felix Salten. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen James Skofield. Illus., Jennifer Thermes horse’s life as a foal. Debbie Diesen. Illus., Kris Aro McLeod Brynne Barnes. Illus., Annika M. Nelson Andy Myer. Illus., Andy Myer 978-1-58536-422-0, $15.95 978-1-58536-835-8, $15.99 Anna Sewell. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan 978-1-58536-961-4, $15.99 978-1-58536-541-8, $15.95 978-1-58536-804-4, $16.95 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-8 978-1-58536-296-7, $15.95 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 1-5 9 x 9 inches, 28 pages, Ages 4-8 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✎ “A good title to share when talking about death with ✎ “This twosome is a downright refreshing discovery. ✎ Starred Kirkus Reviews children.” —Kirkus Reviews ✪ 2006 ForeWord Magazine’s Book of the Year Award A sweet mother-daughter idyll.” —Kirkus Reviews Finalist
NEW Books Do Not Have Wings Ferry Tail Finnegan and Fox: The Ten-Foot Cop First Day at Zoo School What is a book and where can it take you? Rhyming text When Walter the ferry dog tries life as a landlubber, he A police horse named Finnegan rescues a child lost in Outgoing Amanda the Panda decides anxious Alfred the and gorgeous art guide this journey of discovering all finds that it doesn’t suit him. Can he get back to his New York City. Alligator would be the perfect best friend, despite the the magical things one can find in a book. ferry home? Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., John Manders differences in their temperaments. Brynne Barnes. Illus., Rogério Coelho Katharine Kenah. Illus., Nicole Wong 978-1-58536-784-9, $16.95 Sarah Dillard. Illus., Sarah Dillard 978-1-58536-964-5, $16.99, 32 pages 978-1-58536-829-7, $16.99 9x11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 978-1-58536-890-7, $14.99 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-8 ✎ “A lighthearted tribute to the NYPD’s Mounted Unit, 9 x 9 inches, 40 pages, Ages 5-7 ✎ “A clever, rhythmic, rhyming, rollicking, magical ✎ “Though a dog on the loose on a ferryboat is truly a with seen-it-all narration provided by a horse named ✎ “Crisp images and candid storytelling capture the celebration of whimsy and words that soar off the page. fairy tale, Walter’s story is a tale well-told.” Finnegan.” —Publishers Weekly give-and-take inherent in many early friendships.” It will surely hook young readers.” Kwame Alexander, —Kirkus Reviews —Publishers Weekly 2015 Newbery Medal Award Winner From Books Do Not Have Wings
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First Dog The Flying Hand of Marco B. A Giraffe Did One He’s Been a Monster All Day! The Hidden Bestiary of I Spy with My Little Eye: Minnesota Looking for a home, a lonely dog travels the world. In this be-careful-what-you-wish-for tale a young boy Readers have to figure out justexactly what it is these After overhearing his mother say, “He’s been a monster Marvelous, Mysterious, and Poetic puzzles are paired with dual photos of But it’s not until he returns to the U.S. that he finds his puts his hand out the car window and fantasizes about animals are doing. A fun reminder on good manners. all day,” a little boy daydreams what life would be like as (maybe even) Magical Creatures Minnesota scenery and landmarks. One in each perfect home. flying. Told in rhyming text. Jerry Pallotta. Illus., Tatjana Mai-Wyss a monster. Explorer Basil B. Barnswhitten travels the globe, search- pair of photos has undergone a slight change. J. Patrick Lewis & Beth Zappitello. Illus., Tim Bowers Richard Leiter. Illus., Shahar Kober 978-1-58536-641-5, $15.95 Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Cyd Moore ing out exotic creatures from the Chinese River Dolphin Kathy-jo Wargin. Photography, Ed Wargin 978-1-58536-467-1, $15.95 978-1-58536-888-4, $15.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-6 978-1-58536-827-3, $14.99 to the Jackalope. 978-1-58536-359-9, $13.95 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages 10 x 10 inches, 24 pages, Ages 5-7 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-6 Judy Young. Illus., Laura Francesca Filippucci 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, All ages ✎ “Little listeners will be hoping their hands will take ✎ “This rhyming read-aloud provides the opportunity for 978-1-58536-433-6, $16.95 flight on their next road trips.”—Kirkus Reviews discussing appropriate and inappropriate behavior with 11 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 preschoolers.” —Booklist
Goodnight Baby Bear Grady the Goose Grandma Loves You! Jam & Jelly by Holly & Nellie Kay Kay’s Alphabet Safari Leopold the Lion Baby Bear’s family comes together to celebrate child- Grady does things her way, ignoring her parents’ advice. The birth of a baby is an opportunity for everyone in the Holly’s family lives a simple life, enjoying the bounty After promising to paint animal pictures for the local After Jack and Ella secretly adopt a friendly lion as a hood memories and milestones. But when she lags behind after her family flies south, family to celebrate. Grandma Bunny joyously welcomes of the earth. But times are hard and a cold winter is school’s new classroom, Kay Kay walks through the family pet, they realize that Leopold’s real home may be Michael Shoulders. Illus., Teri Weidner Grady regrets not listening to them. the new arrival. coming. Without a warm coat, how will Holly be able to beautiful Kenyan countryside, looking for inspiration. the best place for him after all. 978-1-58536-471-8, $15.95 Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Helen Foster James. Illus., Petra Brown attend school? Dana Sullivan. Illus., Dana Sullivan Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Ruth McNally Barshaw 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up 978-1-58536-282-0, $16.95 978-1-58536-836-5, $14.99 Gloria Whelan. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-905-8, $15.99 978-1-58536-828-0, $16.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up 978-1-58536-109-0, $17.95 9 x 9 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-8 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 ✎ “The arrival of a new grandchild is joyously 10½ x 10½ inches, 48 pages, Ages 4-10 ✎ “Kids will enjoy the silliness, and there’s lots of ✎ “An essential look at the importance of an active celebrated in this grandmotherly ode to their ✪ 2003 National Parenting Publication Honor Award potential for the classroom.” —Kirkus Reviews lifestyle sneakily disguised as a fanciful feline.” new life together.” —Kirkus Reviews —Kirkus Reviews
Grandpa Loves You! The Handkerchief Quilt The Little Green Pea The Little Kids’ Table Lizzie and the Last Day of School From the author–illustrator team behind the popular When a disastrous flood damages Parkland School, Miss A little green pea dreams of big things beyond While attending a family dinner, a group of young cous- Lizzie loves school so much she is heartbroken when Grandma Loves You! comes a lovely tribute to the very Anderson, an elementary teacher, devises a way to raise the pea patch, including becoming a tree. ins find themselves seated at the little kids’ table, where it comes to an end. But soon Lizzie finds herself in a special bond between a grandfather and grandchild. money to help buy replacement books. Alison Barber. Illus., Paige Keiser chaos reigns and manners are nowhere to be found. different type of classroom! Helen Foster James. Illus., Petra Brown Carol Crane. Illus., Gary Palmer 978-1-58536-448-0, $15.95 Mary Ann McCabe Riehle. Illus., Mary Reaves Uhles Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Kris Aro McLeod 978-1-58536-940-9, $15.99 978-1-58536-344-5, $15.95 10 x 10 inches, 28 pages, Ages 4-8 978-1-58536-913-3, $16.99 978-1-58536-895-2, $15.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-8 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-7 ✎ “Who wouldn’t want to join this table? All you have to ✎ “An engaging selection for those eager to learn do is hang a spoon from your nose.” —Kirkus Reviews students.”—School Library Journal
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“Bucci brings Degman’s underpig hero to vibrant life, capturing the gleam of determination in his eye as Love from a Star Memoirs of an Elf Memoirs of a Goldfish he does pushups and his happy NEW Norbert’s Big Dream No Pirates Allowed! Said Library Lou In this tender story told in verse, a shining star reminds On Christmas Eve, Spark Elf tries to keep Santa on With his bowl to himself, Goldfish loves his life until one While the other pigs spend their time rolling in mud and Library Lou, the librarian at Seabreezy Library, helps a pirate a little bear and his best bunny friend that they are schedule as he delivers presents, but a hiccup day…A personal account from a goldfish on life in his exhaustion after collapsing eating slop, Norbert trains to follow his dream of swim- who thinks buried treasure can be found at the library. never alone and are always under God’s loving care. occurs when an unexpected visitor hitches a ride back bowl as bubblers, a snail, and other intruders crowd ming the English Channel. A fanciful tale about reaching Rhonda Gowler Greene. Illus., Brian Ajhar Katherine Cutchin Gazzetta to the North Pole. him. into a haystack after a day of for your wildest dreams. 978-1-58536-796-2, $15.95 Illus., Katherine Cutchin Gazzetta Devin Scillian. Illus., Tim Bowers Devin Scillian. Illus., Tim Bowers Lori Degman. Illus., Marco Bucci 11 x 9 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-8 978-1-58536-950-8, $14.99 978-1-58536-910-2, $16.99 978-1-58536-507-4, $15.95 training.” —Publishers Weekly 978-1-58536-959-1, $16.99 ✎ “Told in rhymed text and combining pirates, treasure, 10 x 7½ inches, 32 pages, All ages 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 and good books, this is a must for National Library Week. ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award List Teachers will find an extensive Common Core aligned teacher’s guide at the author’s website.” —Karen Hildebrand, Ohio Library and Reading Consultant
Memoirs of a Hamster Memoirs of a Parrot Moose on the Loose On Linden Square The Orange Shoes Otter Out of Water Seymour the hamster has the perfect life inside his cage, In this latest entry in the Memoir series, readers will What would you do with a moose in your yard? A little girl goes outside to play in the snow, which in After a bully’s act threatens to mar a school festival, What happens when an otter isn’t content to stay in the until he is tricked to venture outside by a conniving cat. laugh at the serious communications barrier between a Or in your house? How about in your room? Comic turn brings out the other people in the neighborhood, Delly Porter’s sense of self remains intact when she water? A new offering from the Moose on the Loose team. Devin Scillian. Illus., Tim Bowers man and his pet parrot. artwork highlights this rhyming read-aloud of outlandish giving them all a chance to meet. remembers what she values most. Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., John Bendall-Brunello 978-1-58536-831-0, $15.99 Devin Scillian. Illus., Tim Bowers animal antics. Kate Sullivan. Illus., Kate Sullivan Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Doris Ettlinger 978-1-58536-431-2, $15.95 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 978-1-58536-962-1, $16.99 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., John Bendall-Brunello 978-1-58536-832-7, $15.99 978-1-58536-277-6, $16.95 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✎ “Scillian’s low-key sense of humor is perfect for our 978-1-58536-427-5, $15.95 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-8 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 ✎ “Children will laugh along with its playful antics and daffy protagonist.” —Booklist 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✎ “This pleasant story would be a worthy choice for ✪ 2008 IRA Teachers’ Choice particularly enjoy the surprising and appropriately silly ✪ ✪ 2014 IRA–CBC Children’s Choices list libraries needing picture books with a message about 2010 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List ending.” —School Library Journal cooperation and being neighborly.” —School Library Journal
Mr. Goat’s Valentine My Mom’s Wedding My Teacher Dances on the Desk Ozzie and the Art Contest Papa’s Backpack When Mr. Goat learns that it’s Valentine’s Day, he sets A child of divorce, 7-year-old Pinky is torn by feelings of Episodes from every aspect of school life are told Ozzie is upset when his painting doesn’t win first prize In this poignant tribute to military families, a young bear From Papa’s Backpack out in search of gifts for his first love, but his choices loyalty to her father and affection for the man her mom through humorous verse and black-and-white until his teacher explains that doing what one enjoys is cub dreams of accompanying Papa when he leaves on are a little unconventional. is about to marry. drawings. more important than winning a contest. a mission, wanting to stay close to provide comfort and “For a child with a military Eve Bunting. Illus., Kevin Zimmer Eve Bunting. Illus., Lisa Papp Eugene M. Gagliano. Illus., Tatjana Mai-Wyss Dana Sullivan. Illus., Dana Sullivan support. 978-1-58536-944-7, $16.99 978-1-58536-288-2, $16.95 PB: 978-1-58536-446-6, $6.95 978-1-58536-820-4, $15.99 James Christopher Carroll parent, this story offers a 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-7 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 6 x 7 inches, 48 pages, All ages 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-6 Illus., James Christopher Carroll thoughtful, poetic path toward ✎ —Publishers Weekly Starred Review ✎ “The lessons of learning to deal with losing and the 978-1-58536-613-2, $15.99 importance of listening are gently given.” 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, All ages expressing emotions.” —School Library Journal ✎ Starred Kirkus Reviews ✪ 2016 ILA-CBC Children’s Choices list —Booklist
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Penny: The Forgotten Coin A Pet for Miss Wright NEW PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year Someday Is Not a Day of the Week Tallulah: Mermaid of the Great Lakes Teach Me To Love Placed into a boy’s pocket for safekeeping, Penny feels A lonely writer searches for the perfect pet to keep her When her Chinese grandmother comes to visit, a young Follow the tale of Max and his quest to spend quality time A mermaid searches in the Great Lakes for a special Tender “Teach me how to . . .” moments between useless compared to the exciting Superball. Once she company as she works in her office. She tries a variety Chinese-American girl learns of and participates in the with his family, only to be told to wait until someday. For gemstone that will help reveal her true self and where she parent and offspring come to life in animal family recalls her place in history, she realizes her worth. of pets before making her choice. customs and beliefs celebrating an authentic Chinese every busy parent who has answered “someday” to the belongs. photos and gentle verse. Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Judy Young. Illus., Andrea Wesson New Year. question of “when?” Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Susan Hartung Denise Brennan-Nelson 978-1-58536-128-1, $15.95 978-1-58536-509-8, $15.95 Virginia Loh-Hagan. Illus., Renné Benoit Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Kevin O’Malley 978-1-58536-909-6, $16.99 978-1-58536-858-7, $12.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-58536-978-2, $16.99 978-1-58536-243-1, $15.95 11 x 9 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-8 9 x 9 inches, 24 pages, Ages Birth to 4 ✪ 2012 IRA–CBC Children’s Choices List 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✎ “Tallulah: Mermaid of the Great Lakes is an enchanting ✎ “One of the best of its genre . . . a must for the ✪ 2008 NYSRA Suggested Reading List fantasy quest tale that takes the reader all through the growing Chinese New Year shelf.” Great Lakes with Tallulah the mermaid in search of her —Starred Kirkus Reviews special gemstone.”—Midwest Book Review
Say Daddy! The Voyageur’s Paddle What’s Looking at You, Kid? When Anju Loved Being an Elephant Everyone is eager to share a favorite book with the Jacques’s father is a voyageur. Traveling by canoe, he Simple rhymes are used to help young readers identify After spending decades traveling across the country, newest member of the family. This gentle tale reinforces trades furs along water routes. As he awaits his father’s wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and insects. entertaining crowds but often subjected to mistreat- the bonding power of a good book. return, Jacques dreams of the day he will be a voyageur. J. Patrick Lewis. Illus., Renée Graef ment, a former circus elephant is relocated to a new Michael Shoulders. Illus., Teri Weidner Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., David Geister 978-1-58536-793-1, $14.95 home at an elephant sanctuary. 978-1-58536-354-4, $15.95 978-1-58536-007-9, $17.95 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up Wendy Henrichs. Illus., John Butler 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-58536-533-3, $16.95 BB: 978-1-58536-863-1, $8.99 ✪ 2007 Bank Street College of Education–Best Book of 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 From PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year the Year List ✪ ✪ 2008 National Parenting Publication Gold Award 2013 Learning Magazine’s Teachers’ Choice Award
Scare a Bear NEW Schnitzel: A Cautionary Tale for Scout Where to Sleep NEW Winter, Winter, Cold and Snow Whole-y Cow!: Fractions Are Fun When evening comes, a little kitten searches for the How would you scare a bear out of your cabin? Or out of Lazy Louts When Scout the Scottish terrier loses his favorite red In question-and-answer rhyming couplets, animals such Learning about fractions isn’t always easy, but who says perfect place to spend the night. It’s no easy task but at your fishing boat? Another rhyming read-aloud from the Apprenticed to a wizard, lazy Schnitzel hates house- ball, he makes new friends in his apartment building as as chickadee, bear, and beaver are asked their thoughts it can’t be fun? Using one very entertaining cow, math the end, it’s in the purr-fect spot. Moose on the Loose team. cleaning. See what can go wrong when a mysterious he searches for it. about their woodland neighbors, cleverly conveying teacher Taryn Souders has devised a very clever (and Kandy Radzinski. Illus., Kandy Radzinski Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., John Bendall-Brunello vacuum-cleaner salesman offers to help. A clever retelling Gordon McMillan. Illus., Gordon McMillan information on habits and habitats. fun) way of explaining fractions to beginning learners. 978-1-58536-436-7, $15.95 978-1-58536-430-5, $15.95 of “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.” 978-1-58536-797-9, $14.95 Sharon Gibson Palermo. Illus., Christina Song Taryn J. Souders. Illus., Tatjana Mai-Wyss 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up 10 x 10, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 Stephanie Shaw. Illus., Kevin M. Barry 9 x 9 inches, 40 pages, Ages 4-6 978-1-58536-953-9, $16.99 978-1-58536-460-2, $15.95 978-1-58536-957-7, $16.99 BB: 978-1-58536-535-7, $9.95 11 x 9 inches, 24 pages, Ages Birth to 4 years 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 6 x 6 inches, 32 pages 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8
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Willow Willow and the Snow Day Dance Zero, Zilch, Nada: Counting to None Sleepy Snoozy Cozy Coozy Track that Scat! Who Will Plant a Tree? Art teacher Miss Hawthorn does not like things to be Willow is back and she’s moved into a new neighbor- When Harry needs to count out 100 balloons, he runs Using a combination of poetry and prose and including Rhyme combines with science-writing to create a nature From the apple seeds stuck to the fur of a bear to the different. When Willow joins the class, she doesn’t color hood with a grouchy neighbor. Can she melt his cold into trouble. A fun way to understand counting up to and a variety of species, the bedtime habits of some com- guide, providing descriptions of the prints, diets, and pine seed carried by an army of ants, Mother Nature is inside the lines and she sees pink trees and blue apples. heart in time to enjoy a Snow Day? down from 100 by tens, fives, twos, and singles. mon North American animals are explained. behaviors of woodland inhabitants. given a hand in dispersing seeds. Denise Brennan-Nelson and Rosemarie Brennan Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Cyd Moore Wendy Ulmer. Illus., Laura Knorr Judy Young. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Lisa Morlock. Illus., Carrie Anne Bradshaw Jerry Pallotta. Illus., Tom Leonard Illus., Cyd Moore 978-1-58536-522-7, $16.95 978-1-58536-461-9, $16.95 978-1-58536-908-9, $15.99 978-1-58536-536-4, $15.95 978-1-58536-502-9, $15.95 978-1-58536-342-1, $16.95 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 11 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-8 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 3-7 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✪ 2011 Society of School Librarians International Honor ✪ 2013 Outstanding Science Trade Books for ✪ 2010 Society of School Librarians International Honor ✪ 2009 IRA-CBC Children’s Choice Reading List Book, Language Arts Students K-12 (NSTA & CBC) Book ✪ 2010 National Parenting Publication Gold Award
Science and Nature Myths, Legends, Fairy and Folktales
At the Marsh in the Meadow Good Trick, Walking Stick! Finn McCool and the Great Fish The Happy Prince Johnny Kaw: A Tall Tale In text written like “The House That Jack Built,” readers In simple, lyrical language accompanied by colorful When Irish giant Finn McCool learns about a magical First published in 1888, this beloved Oscar Wilde fairy A rhyming yarn about the Kansas folk hero who shapes follow the wetlands food chain, seeing how all forms of whimsical artwork, young readers journey through the red salmon with the wisdom of the world, he sets out to tale is set against a modern-day backdrop. This retelling the state’s landscape, creating valleys and prairies with life are connected to their marsh home. walking stick’s natural life cycle. catch the fish. breathes new life into the classic story of mindfulness his bare hands. Jeanie Mebane., Illus., Gerald Guerlais Sheri Mabry Bestor. Illus., Jonny Lambert Eve Bunting. Illus., Zachary Pullen and compassion for others. Devin Scillian. Illus., Brad Sneed 978-1-58536-958-4, $17.99 978-1-58536-943-0, $16.99 978-1-58536-366-7, $16.95 Elissa Grodin. Illus., Laura Stutzman 978-1-58536-791-7, $15.95 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-8 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-7 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-58536-264-6, $17.95 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 ✎ “Using the cumulative style and cadence of ‘This Is ✎ “Artist Jonny Lambert’s vibrant illustrations are kid- ✪ 2011 IRA-CBC Children’s Choice Reading List ✎ “The story should have broad appeal in the Sunflower the House That Jack Built,’ Mebane has created a fasci- friendly and insect-creepy all at the same time.... Great State, but readers in the rest of the country will also nating look at the food chain in the marsh.” —Booklist for science or art classrooms or private collections.” enjoy getting acquainted with this gentle giant.” —Picture Book Depot —School Library Journal From Good Trick, Walking Stick!
Mr. McGinty’s Monarchs The Legend of Leelanau The Legend of Mackinac Island The Legend of Michigan When his beloved monarch butterflies are threatened, Though forbidden by her family, Leelinau enters the Once upon a time a giant turtle floated upon a world Ruled by the cruel North Wind, for millennia Michigane Mr. McGinty devises a plan to rescue them in this fine Spirit Wood, where the playful Pukwudjininee fairies live. made of water. Then a great spirit bids him to lend his was covered with heavy ice. But a young boy and an old example of environmental advocacy. Will she stay there and remain a child forever? A legend back to create a new island world. man join forces to break the North Wind’s hold. Linda Vander Heyden. Illus., Eileen Ryan Ewen from northern Michigan. Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-612-5, $16.99 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-886947-12-2, $17.95 978-1-58536-278-3, $17.95 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-9 978-1-58536-150-2, $17.95 10th Anniversary Edition: 978-1-58536-517-3 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 ✎ “An appealing and appropriate addition to the nature 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 shelf in the preschool and early elementary grades.” —Kirkus Reviews
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The Legend of Minnesota The Legend of Ohio The Legend of Old Abe The Legend of the Jersey Devil The Legend of the Lady’s Slipper The Legend of the Loon Minnesota is the Dakotah word for “sky-tinted waters.” As glaciers drive his people from their village, Chief Civil War Army units often had live animals as mascots to A story exploring the origins of the legendary Jersey A young maiden runs through the forest to help save A grandmother’s love for her grandchildren inspires this The story of the friendship between an Ojibwe girl and Tarachiawagon urges them to follow him to a bountiful help lift spirits and build loyalty among the soldiers. One Devil, a “devil-like” creature that has reportedly haunted the people of her village. The pink-and-white flowers magical tale behind the mournful call of the loon. a Dakotah boy gives the beautiful state of Minnesota its land with fingers of water. famous example was an eagle named Old Abe. the Pine Barrens region in New Jersey since 1735. that carpet the ground each spring pay tribute to her Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen name. Dandi Daley Mackall. Illus., Greg LaFever Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Laurie Caple Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Gerald Kelley sacrifice. 978-1-886947-97-9, $17.95 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., David Geister 978-1-58536-244-8, $17.95 978-1-58536-232-5, $17.95 978-1-58536-837-2, $16.99 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-58536-262-2, $17.95 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-886947-74-0, $17.95 ✪ 2001 IRA–CBC Children’s Choice Award 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 ✎ “Suspenseful, with captivating illustrations.” 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 — Kirkus Reviews
The Legend of Sea Glass The Legend of the Old Man of the The Legend of the Petoskey Stone The Legend of the Teddy Bear This legend explains the origin of sea glass, attributing it Mountain This legend explains the naming of this unique fossil, Based on the tale of President Theodore “Teddy” to the tears of mermaids, weeping for lives lost at sea. For centuries, the Great Stone Face kept silent watch found only on the shores of Lake Michigan. Roosevelt’s refusal to shoot a bear, read the story of the Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Doris Ettlinger from Cannon Mountain. But who was the onlooker and Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen origin of America’s favorite stuffed animal and how it 978-1-58536-611-8, $17.99 for whom did he keep vigil? Recounts the New Hampshire 978-1-58536-217-2, $17.95 got its name. 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 legend of Chief Pemigewasset. 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 Frank Murphy. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Denise Ortakales. Illus., Robert Crawford 978-1-58536-013-0, $16.95 ✎ “Great for group or independent reading, or for those 978-1-58536-236-3, $17.95 105/ x105/ inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 who are big fans of all types of myths and legends.” 8 8 — Picture Book Depot 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 ✪ 2001 IRA–CBC Children’s Choice Award
From The Legend of Sea Glass
The Legend of Sleeping Bear The Legend of the Beaver’s Tail The Legend of the Cape May Diamond No Year of the Cat Once Upon a Time in the Kitchen Why the Stomach Growls Fleeing from a forest fire, a mother bear urges her two Beaver’s bragging about his fluffy tail drives away his For thousands of years, quartz fragments have tumbled The first twelve animals to swim across a river will Enhanced by illustrations, story excerpts from more Based on an African-Ebo myth, a humorous explanation of cubs to swim across a great lake to safety on the op- friends. But when his tail is flattened in an accident, he along the Delaware River before coming ashore on Cape have a year named after them, earning a place on the than 20 children’s books (including Huckleberry Finn) how the human body came to be. In a paradise garden, posite shore. learns a valuable lesson. Based on an Ojibwe legend. May’s beaches. Polished by their journey, these rock Chinese calendar. are accompanied by easy-to-follow recipes. separate “parts,” including eyes, mouth, and legs, jostle Kathy-jo Wargin Stephanie Shaw. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen particles dazzle like “diamonds.” Mary Dodson Wade. Illus., Nicole Wong Carol Odell. Illus., Anna Pignataro for control. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-898-3, $16.99 Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., E. B. Lewis 978-1-58536-785-6, $16.95 978-1-58536-518-0, $12.95 Pamela Duncan Edwards. Illus., Bridget Starr Taylor 978-1-886947-35-1, $17.95 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 978-1-58536-279-0, $17.95 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 8 x 10 inches, 48 pages, Ages 8 and up 978-1-58536-298-1, $15.95 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, Ages 6-10 ✪ 2016 Storytelling World Resource Honors Award 9 x 11 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-10 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✪ Official State of Michigan Children’s Book ✪ 2008-2009 Delaware Diamonds Booklist
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Tales of Young Americans: 9 x 11 inches, ages 6-10 Tales of Young Americans: 9 x 11 inches, ages 6-10
A Book for Black-Eyed Susan Friend on Freedom River Minnow and Rose: Paper Son: Lee’s Journey to America Pappy’s Handkerchief Pivotal moments in our nation’s When Cora learns she is to be separated from her baby When runaway slaves ask Louis to ferry them across the An Oregon Trail Story Leaving China, a young boy travels to America as a When Moses and his family head west to fulfill a sister at the end of their journey on the Oregon Trail, she Detroit River to freedom in Canada, he is not sure what Rose and her family are traveling with a wagon train “paper son” in search of a better life. lifelong dream of owning their own land, they arrive history are seen through the creates a book for Susan to remember her by. to do. If they are caught, it means prison for Louis. heading west on the Oregon Trail when she encounters Helen Foster James and Virginia Shin-Mui Loh at the staging point for the Oklahoma Land Run. eyes of fictional young heroes. Judy Young. Illus., Doris Ettlinger Gloria Whelan. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Minnow, a young native girl. Their cultures meet with Illus., Wilson Ong Devin Scillian. Illus., Chris Ellison 978-1-58536-463-3, $16.95 978-1-58536-222-6, $16.95 life-changing results. 978-1-58536-833-4, $16.99 978-1-58536-316-2, $17.95 32 pages 48 pages Judy Young. Illus., Bill Farnsworth 40 pages 40 pages 978-1-58536-421-3, $17.95 ✪ ✪ 2011 Society of School Librarians International Honor ✪ 2005 Jefferson Cup Honor Award–Virginia Library ✎ “Ong’s paintings make the journey, setting and expe- 2008 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People 40 pages ✪ Book Language Arts–Picture Book category Association rience come alive.”—Kirkus Reviews 2007 Bank Street College of Education–Best Book of the ✪ 2011 National Parenting Publication Gold Winner ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List ✪ 2014 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young Year People
Junk Man’s Daughter The Last Brother: A Civil War Tale Lily’s Victory Garden Rebekkah’s Journey: Riding to Washington Rudy Rides the Rails: After moving to America, Hanna is disappointed when Gabe, a Union Army bugler, befriends Orlee, a young During World War II, a young girl helps a bereaved A World War II Refugee Story Janie and her father ride a bus to Washington, D.C. to A Depression Era Story Papa’s promises of a better life aren’t realized. Confederate bugler. Can one choose between service to mother overcome her grief when she plants a Victory In 1944, Rebekkah and her mother are just two of the hear a man named Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak. Dur- To help his family weather the Depression, in 1932 Sonia Levitin. Illus., Guy Porfirio country, to kin, or to a new friend? Garden in the woman’s yard. many European refugees who have fled Nazi tyranny, ing the trip, Janie sees firsthand the injustices that many thirteen-year-old Rudy hops a train west (“rides the 978-1-58536-315-5, $17.95 Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Robert Papp Helen L. Wilbur. Illus., Robert Gantt Steele immigrating to upstate New York. What is their future in others endure. rails”) and experiences the hobo life. 40 pages 978-1-58536-253-0, $17.95 978-1-58536-450-3, $16.95 America? Gwenyth Swain. Illus., David Geister Dandi Daley Mackall. Illus., Chris Ellison ✪ 2007 Bank Street College of Education–Best Book of 48 pages 32 pages Ann E. Burg. Illus., Joel Iskowitz 978-1-58536-324-7, $17.95 978-1-58536-286-8, $17.95 the Year List ✪ 2008 NYSRA Suggested Reading List ✪ 2011 IRA Teachers’ Choice Reading List 978-1-58536-275-2, $17.95 40 pages 40 pages 48 pages ✪ 2010 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List
The Listeners The Lucky Star Mackinac Bridge: The Scarlet Stockings Spy: The Town that Fooled the British: The Tsunami Quilt Each night Ella May and her friends secretly listen It’s hard to feel positive during the Depression, but Ruth The Story of the Five-Mile Poem A Revolutionary War Tale A War of 1812 Story After a tsunami wave struck Hawaii in 1946, the survivors outside the windows of their master’s house. They listen feels better when she helps other children learn to read Mark’s father runs their ferryboat between Michigan’s The rumble of war with the British grows louder each During the War of 1812 the British target St. Michaels, find their lives forever altered. Years later, after his grand- to learn their fates and those of the other slaves. and write. Upper and Lower peninsulas. But when the Mackinac day. Childhood games become life-and-death actions for Maryland, in their campaign to defeat America. But father’s death, Kimo learns of his family’s experience Gloria Whelan. Illus., Mike Benny Judy Young. Illus., Chris Ellison Bridge is completed, everything changes. Maddy Rose as spies are everywhere. a young boy’s quick thinking helps the town escape during the disaster. 978-1-58536-419-0, $17.95 978-1-58536-348-3, $17.95 Gloria Whelan. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Robert Papp destruction. Anthony Fredericks. Illus., Tammy Yee 40 pages 40 pages 978-1-58536-283-7, $17.95 978-1-58536-230-1, $16.95 Lisa Papp. Illus., Robert Papp 978-1-58536-313-1, $17.95 48 pages 978-1-58536-484-8, $16.95 40 pages ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List 40 pages ✪ 2007 Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Award 32 pages ✪ 2007 Bank Street College of Education–Best Book of ✪ 2012 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young the Year List People
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The Boy Who Wanted to Cook Elena’s Story Welcome to America, Champ Yatandou Yuki and the One Thousand Carriers Pierre, a young French boy, aspires to be a chef, Elena’s daily life in Guatemala is explored, from After World War II, Thomas, a young English boy, and his To grind enough millet for one day’s food, Yatandou and In ancient Japan, provincial governors had to travel be- following in the footsteps of his father. One day he gets helping her mother around the garden, minding newly remarried mother journey to America to start a the women in her Mali village pound the kernels with tween Kyoto and Edo. Yuki must accompany her father These stories bring the world his chance. her little brother, to her struggles in school. new life. pounding sticks. But if they can raise enough money, in this royal procession. to young readers. Gloria Whelan. Illus., Steve Adams Nancy Shaw. Illus., Kristina Rodanas Catherine Stier. Illus., Doris Ettlinger they can buy a machine that can grind the millet. Gloria Whelan. Illus., Yan Nascimbene 978-1-58536-534-0, $16.95 978-1-58536-528-9, $16.95 978-1-58536-606-4, $17.95 Gloria Whelan. Illus., Peter Sylvada 978-1-58536-352-0, $17.95 Go to: discovertheworldbooks.com to 32 pages 32 pages 32 pages 978-1-58536-211-0, $17.95 32 pages learn more about this series. 32 pages ✪ 2008 Junior Library Guild Selection ✪ 2007 Junior Library Guild Selection ✪ 2009 IRA Teachers’ Choice List ✎ Starred Kirkus Reviews
True Stories: 9 x 11 inches, unless otherwise noted, ages 6-10
These true stories entertain, as well as inspire. Detailed charac- ters, adventures, and historical settings engage readers while
The Gift of the Inuksuk In Andal’s House Megan’s Year: An Irish Traveler’s Story supporting literacy standards. Bernida Challenger: America’s Favorite Eagle Inuksuk are the stone figures that can be seen dotting Kumar, a young boy living in present-day India, struggles During the summer, Megan’s family travels the Irish After Bernida the sailboat wins the Port Huron to Follow the story of an orphaned eagle that came to live the Canadian Arctic region. This story of a young girl ex- against social prejudice and bigotry. From National Book countryside, working odd jobs. But at summer’s end, Mackinac Race in 1925 and 1927, she’s neglected for with humans and helped educate them on the plight of plores their origin, paying homage to the Inuit way of life. Award-winner Gloria Whelan. when there’s no more work, the family moves to Dub- decades. Then a new owner races her in the 2012 race. the endangered American eagle. Mike Ulmer. Illus., Melanie Rose Gloria Whelan. Illus., Amanda Hall lin. The life of the Irish Travelers is explored. Al Declercq, Tom Ervin, Gloria Whelan Margot Theis Raven 978-1-58536-214-1, $17.95 978-1-58536-603-3, $17.95 Gloria Whelan. Illus., Beth Peck Illus., David Miles Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 32 pages 40 pages 978-1-58536-449-7, $16.95 978-1-58536-904-1, $16.99, 32 pages 978-1-58536-261-5, $17.95, 48 pages 32 pages ✎ “It will have a place in collections that want to show how discrimination of any kind adversely ✪ 2012 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young affects young people. Readers will also see in Kumar the People power of perseverance.” —School Library Journal
The People of Twelve Thousand Winters Tuki and Moka: A Tale of Two Tamarins Waiting for the Owl’s Call Dozer’s Run: A True Story of a Dog and The Edmund Fitzgerald: Song of the Bell A Girl Named Dan The story of a 12-year-old Lenni Lenape boy set in early A young Ecuadoran boy gathering nuts in the Amazon In Afghanistan, Zulviya weaves rugs by hand. It is hard His Race Leaving Wisconsin on a November day, the Edmund After Dandi’s (“Dan”) essay wins the ’61 Kansas City A’s America before the arrival of the first Europeans. rainforest befriends some of the animals that live there, work—before one work day passes, she will tie thou- In May 2011, Dozer the dog slipped out of his yard in Fitzgerald’s crew expects a routine crossing of Lake “Why I Want to Be a Batboy” contest, officials enforce a Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Jim Madsen until poachers threaten their peaceful existence. sands of knots. But this is how Zulviya earns her living. Highland, Maryland, and joined runners participating in Superior. But disaster is building in the wind. For Boys Only rule. 978-1-58536-529-6, $16.95 Judy Young. Illus., Jim Madsen Gloria Whelan. Illus., Pascal Milelli the Maryland Half Marathon. Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankehuyzen Dandi Daley Mackall. Illus., Renée Graef 32 pages 978-1-58536-795-5, $16.99 978-1-58536-418-3, $17.95 Debbie Levy and Rosana Panza. Illus., David Opie 978-1-58536-126-7, $17.95, 48 pages 978-1-58536-351-3, $16.95, 32 pages 32 pages 32 pages 978-1-58536-896-9, $16.99 ✪ 2009 Amelia Bloomer Project–Recommended Feminist ✎ “This animal-poaching tale provides a purposive, ✪ 2010 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 Books for Young Readers engaging-enough introduction to Ecuador’s rain People ✎ “An engaging, believable tale that will resonate with forests.” —Kirkus Reviews young readers and listeners.” —Booklist
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Goliath: Happy Birthday to You!: Jasper’s Story: Saving Moon Bears The Story of the H.L. Hunley Surviving the Hindenburg Titanicat Hero of the Great Baltimore Fire The Mystery Behind the Most Famous The true story of an abused moon bear and his and Queenie’s Coin The final, fateful voyage of the German airship, the A cabin boy on the Titanic, Jim Mulholland is in charge In a true story from Baltimore history, Goliath the Song in the World recovery at an animal sanctuary in China. When Union forces blockade Charleston’s port, the Con- Hindenburg, is recounted by one of its surviving crew of the ship’s cat. But once the ship is ready to launch fire horse leads his team into the battle against a In 1889 Patty and Mildred Hill wrote the words and Jill Robinson and Marc Bekoff federate army creates the H.L. Hunley, an experimental members. to sea, the cat is nowhere to be found. Jim’s got to find devastating fire. melody of “Good Morning to All” for their kindergarten Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen submarine. But after setting out on its mission, the craft Larry Verstraete. Illus., David Geister her—the Titanic needs her lucky cat. Claudia Friddell. Illus., Troy Howell students. They later changed the words and birthday 978-1-58536-798-6, $16.99, 10 x 10 inches, fails to return, its fate unknown. 978-1-58536-787-0, $16.95, 32 pages Marty Crisp. Illus., Robert Papp 978-1-58536-455-8, $17.95, 32 pages celebrations were forever altered. 40 pages Fran Hawk. Illus., Dan Nance 978-1-58536-355-1, $17.95, 40 pages Margot Theis Raven. Illus., Chris K. Soentpiet 978-1-58536-218-9, $16.95 ✪ 2011 IRA-CBC Children’s Choice List ✎ “Get ready to wipe away a few tears after ✪ 2009 IRA-CBC Children’s Choice List 978-1-58536-169-4, $17.95, 40 pages ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List reading this.” — Booklist 11 x 10 inches, 40 pages ✪ 2014 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People True Stories, Biographies: 9 x 11 inches, unless otherwise noted, ages 6-10
Let Them Play Mercedes and the Chocolate Pilot A Penguin Named Patience: Alfred Nobel: Hot Dog! Eleanor Roosevelt Lipman Pike: Segregated South Carolina, 1955: A Little League game During the 1948 Berlin Airlift, American pilot A Hurricane Katrina Rescue Story The Man Behind the Peace Prize Throws a Picnic America’s First Home Run King becomes a quagmire of prejudice when white teams Lt. Gail S. Halvorsen uses his plane to provide not only When Hurricane Katrina damages New Orlean’s Audubon A behind-the-scenes look at what inspired inventor When British monarchs King George VI and Queen Eliza- The history of baseball as a professional sport unfolds refuse to play against the black Cannon Street All-Stars. nourishment for the children of Berlin but also a reason Aquarium of the Americas, Patience the penguin and the Alfred Nobel to leave his fortune to establish the Nobel beth visit America in 1939, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt alongside the life of player Lipman Pike. Margot Theis Raven. Illus., Chris Ellison to hope for a better world. 18 other penguins must leave their home. Prize, a collection of prizes awarded for hosts a picnic. Richard Michelson. Illus., Zachary Pullen 978-1-58536-260-8, $16.95, 32 pages Margot Theis Raven Suzanne Lewis. Illus., Lisa Anchin accomplishments in science, medicine, literature, Leslie Kimmelman. Illus., Victor Juhasz 978-1-58536-465-7, $16.95, 32 pages Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-840-2, $15.95 and peace. ✪ 2006 Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young 978-1-58536-830-3, $16.99, 40 pages ✪ 2011 Sydney Taylor Notable Book for Younger Readers 978-1-58536-069-7, $17.95 10 x 10 inches, 24 pages Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Zachary Pullen People ✎ “A captivating introductory piece for budding (Association of Jewish Libraries) PB: 978-1-58536-838-9, $8.95, 48 pages 978-1-58536-281-3, $17.95, 32 pages ✪ 2008 NYSRA Suggested Reading List ✎ “A satisfying animal survival story for the youngest history buffs.” —Kirkus Reviews ✪ 2003-04 Bluebonnet Award Short List set.”—Kirkus Reviews ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List ✪ 2015 Children’s Picture Book Discovery Prize Winner
Pierre the Penguin: A True Story Rags, Hero Dog of WWI: A True Story Shep: Our Most Loyal Dog Miss Colfax’s Light Philip Reid Saves the Statue of Freedom When Pierre, a penguin living at the California Academy In France during World War I, a stray dog accompanies In 1936 Montana, after Shep’s owner passes away and This true story follows the life of Harriet Colfax, who for When the “Freedom” statue project is jeopardized, Philip of Sciences, loses his feathers, he gets some help from a U.S. Army soldier to the battlefield and becomes a his body placed on a train heading east, the steadfast 43 years was the lighthouse keeper for the Michigan Reid, an American-born slave, figures out a solution. The his human friends. A true story of veterinary ingenuity. useful companion by delivering messages and boosting dog remains at the station for five years. City lighthouse off Lake Michigan. statue is eventually placed atop the dome of the U.S. Jean Marzollo. Illus., Laura Regan troop morale. Sneed B. Collard III. Illus., Joanna Yardley Aimée Bissonette. Illus., Eileen Ryan Ewen Capitol Building. 978-1-58536-485-5, $15.95 Margot Theis Raven. Illus., Petra Brown 978-1-58536-259-2, $16.95, 32 pages 978-1-58536-955-3, $16.99 Steven Sellers Lapham and Eugene Walton 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 3-7 978-1-58536-258-5, $16.99, 32 pages 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages Illus., R. Gregory Christie ✪ 2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Book Gold Award ✎ “Young readers interested in dog or wartime stories 978-1-58536-819-8, $16.99, 36 pages will find Rags an appealing hero.”—Kirkus Reviews ✎ “An important piece of history for kids to know.” ✪ 2016 Teachers’ Choice Awards Winner —Booklist
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True stories of wildlife rehabilitation teach children a respect for animals and their natural habitats.
NEW Ticktock Banneker’s Clock Twice As Good: The Story of William Win One for the Gipper: Adopted by an Owl: I Love You Just Enough A picture-book biography about African American Powell and Clearview, the Only Golf America’s Football Hero The True Story of Jackson the Owl A young girl takes on the responsibility of caring for an scientist Benjamin Banneker, who at the age of 22 built Course Designed, Built, and Owned For anyone who has ever wondered about the During their years of wildlife rehabilitation, Gijsbert orphaned wood duck chick. When the time comes for its a strike clock based on his own drawings and using a by an African American phrase “Win one for the Gipper” comes the story of and Robbyn van Frankenhuyzen cared for many Great return to the wild, can she let it go? pocketknife. The story of William Powell, the first African American to George Gipp. Gipp was a legendary football star at the Horned Owls, but none were as special as Jackson. Robbyn Smith van Frankenhuyzen Shana Keller. Illus., David G. Gardner design, build, and own a golf course. University of Notre Dame until cruel fate intervened. Robbyn Smith van Frankenhuyzen Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-956-0, $16.99, 32 pages Richard Michelson. Illus., Eric Velasquez Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Bruce Langton Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-839-6, $16.95, 40 pages ✎ It is a peaceful, idyllic existence in a quiet and 978-1-58536-466-4, $16.95, 32 pages 978-1-58536-221-9, $16.95, 40 pages 978-1-58536-070-3, $17.95 ✎ “Animal lovers will enjoy this straightforward tale with pleasant book.” —Kirkus Reviews ✪ 2012 National Parenting Publication Children’s ✪ 2006 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List an important message meant to be shared.” Products Gold Winner —Kirkus Reviews ✪ 2014 Book of the Year Award – Creative Child Magazine Award Language Arts
Tap into the power of wordplay with titles that spark laughter and learning for K-3 students. These books are also ideal for ESL/ELL students eager Maestro Stu Saves the Zoo My Daddy Likes to Say Itsy Bitsy & Teeny Weeny Kelly of Hazel Ridge Saving Samantha to develop their command of In a story sprinkled with well-known idioms such as A child’s hilarious visual interpretation of sayings Raised as “siblings,” a rejected lamb and orphaned fawn Kelly knows her home is unique. At Hazel Ridge Farm Licensed wildlife rehabilitators Gijsbert and Robbyn “snug as a bug in a rug” a little boy rescues a zoo in reflecting Daddy’s point of view such as “The buck spend a summer together. But nature takes its course she can help nurse a baby fawn back to health, swim in van Frankenhuyzen create this tale drawn from their colloquialisms. trouble. stops here,” “Were you born in a barn?” and and the two animals must go their separate ways. ponds where snapping turtles lurk, or drift off to sleep encounter with Samantha, an orphaned fox. Told in Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Tim Bowers “Straight from the horse’s mouth.” Robbyn Smith van Frankenhuyzen to the hoot of an owl. journal form, the story follows her from injured pup to 978-1-58536-802-0, $15.95 Denise Brennan-Nelson Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Robbyn Smith van Frankenhuyzen independent adult living on her own. 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan 978-1-58536-417-6, $16.95 Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen Robbyn Smith van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-432-9, $15.95 ✪ 2012 NYSRA Charlotte Award Reading List 978-1-58536-268-4, $17.95 Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 978-1-58536-220-2, $17.95 ✪ 2008 National Parenting Publication Gold Award
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I Spy with My Little Eye These visual puzzle books challenge the deductive skills and sharp eyes of young readers. Dual look-alike photographs are filled with sports My Grandma Likes to Say My Momma Likes to Say My Teacher Likes to Say I Spy with My Little Eye: Hockey I Spy with My Little Eye: Baseball Young and old alike will enjoy the decodings of those This entry explores “Mom-speak,” including sayings Enjoy this delightful interpretation of idioms, proverbs, items and memorabilia. But one of Matt Napier. Photography, David Milne Brad Herzog. Photography, David Milne sayings oft-quoted by the “senior” members of our such as “Hold your horses” and “Money doesn’t grow and clichés many students remember hearing in the the scenes in each photo pair has 978-1-58536-365-0, $13.95 978-1-58536-496-1, $13.95 families. This book makes a wonderful tool for intergen- on trees.” classroom, from “Do you have ants in your pants?” to been slightly altered. Can you see 11 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages 11 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages erational sharing and discussion. Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan “Great minds think alike.” Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan 978-1-58536-106-9, $15.95 Denise Brennan-Nelson. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan the changes? How many can you 978-1-58536-284-4, $16.95 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 978-1-58536-212-7, $15.95 find? Clues help young fans and sea- 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 ✪ 2004 IRA–CBC Children’s Choice List soned veterans spot the differences. ✪ 2007 Bank Street College of Education–Best Book of the Year List
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Apple Tree Christmas Boris and Stella and the Perfect Gift A Christmas Spider’s Miracle The Legend of Papa Noël The Little Kids’ Table Memoirs of an Elf This holiday remembrance celebrates the strength of In the tradition of The Gift of the Magi, Boris and Stella Based on an old Ukrainian story, a kindhearted spider Follow Papa Noël as he heads down the Mississippi While attending a family dinner, a group of young cousins On Christmas Eve, Spark Elf tries to keep Santa on family ties and the boundless roots of love. each sacrifice something very special in order to give gives an unexpected Christmas gift to a peasant River on Christmas Eve to deliver toys to the good little find themselves seated at the little kids’ table, where schedule as he delivers presents, but a hiccup Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Trinka Hakes Noble one another the perfect present. woman and her family. Cajun boys and girls. chaos reigns and manners are nowhere to be found. occurs when an unexpected visitor hitches a ride back 978-1-58536-270-7, $16.95 Dara Goldman. Illus., Dara Goldman Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Stephen Costanza Terri Hoover Dunham. Illus., Laura Knorr Mary Ann McCabe Riehle. Illus., Mary Reaves Uhles to the North Pole. 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 978-1-58536-859-4, $15.99 978-1-58536-602-6, $16.95 978-1-58536-256-1, $17.95 978-1-58536-913-3, $16.99 Devin Scillian. Illus., Tim Bowers 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 5-8 978-1-58536-910-2, $16.99 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✎ “An inclusive, accessible interpretation of O. Henry’s ✎ “Who wouldn’t want to join this table? All you have to beloved story and a ‘perfect gift’ for families who celebrate do is hang a spoon from your nose.” —Kirkus Reviews both Christmas and Hanukkah.” —Kirkus Reviews
The Christmas Tree Ship A Cookie for Santa Deck the Walls: A Wacky Christmas Carol Mr. Goat’s Valentine The Night Henry Ford Met Santa The Nutcracker’s Night Before Christmas The story of the “Christmas Tree Ship,” its tradition In this homage to “ ’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” In this new take on the old holiday carol, a family meal When Mr. Goat learns that it’s Valentine’s Day, he sets Did Henry Ford get his idea of an assembly line after a With just minutes before curtain call, a Christmas Eve of bringing trees to Chicago, and its fateful sinking in a gingerbread boy cookie finds himself rescuing the goes hilariously awry with food hockey, vegetable sculp- out in search of gifts for his first love, but his choices quick trip to Santa’s workshop at the North Pole? production of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker ballet is in 1912 is brought to life. holiday from two rambunctious puppies. tures, and crashing dishes. are a little unconventional. Carol Hagen. Illus., Matt Faulkner chaos. Can anyone save the show? Carol Crane. Illus., Chris Ellison Stephanie Shaw. Illus., Bruno Robert Erin Dealey. Illus., Nick Ward Eve Bunting. Illus., Kevin Zimmer 978-1-58536-132-8, $17.95 Keith Brockett. Illus., Joseph Cowman 978-1-58536-285-1, $15.95 978-1-58536-883-9, $15.99 978-1-58536-857-0, $14.99 978-1-58536-944-7, $16.99 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 978-1-58536-889-1, $15.99 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 9 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-7 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-8 ✎ “A successful mixture of two classic ingredients [‘The ✎ “ ’Tis the season to be jolly, after all, and this ✎ —Publishers Weekly Starred Review ✎ “The familiar rhyme and rhythm of ‘The Night Before Gingerbread Man’ and ‘ ’Twas the Night Before Christmas’] rollicking parody neatly fits the bill.” —Kirkus Reviews Christmas’ serves as the structure for this clever meld- yields a sweet Christmas treat.” —Kirkus Reviews ing of two beloved holiday stories.” —Kirkus Reviews
First Dog’s White House Christmas Frog and Friends Celebrate Thanksgiving, Grandma’s Christmas Wish NEW PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year NEW Santa’s Underwear The globetrotting dog from First Dog invites interna- Christmas, and New Year’s Eve In tender rhyming text, Grandma Bunny tells her pre- When her Chinese grandmother comes to visit, a young When Santa opens his dresser drawer on Christmas tional canine guests to share favorite holiday traditions Frog shares a Thanksgiving feast with his woodland cious little one about the joys they will share as they Chinese-American girl learns of and participates in the Eve, he discovers his long red, woolen undies are gone. at the White House. friends, celebrates his first Christmas, and rings in the celebrate their first Christmas together. customs and beliefs celebrating an authentic Chinese His dilemma is solved with help from some good friends. J. Patrick Lewis & Beth Zappitello. Illus., Tim Bowers New Year with a twist on tradition. Helen Foster James. Illus., Petra Brown New Year. Marty Rhodes Figley. Illus., Marty Kelley 978-1-58536-503-6, $15.95 Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse 978-1-58536-918-8, $15.99 Virginia Loh-Hagan. Illus., Renné Benoit 978-1-58536-954-6, $16.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages HC: 978-1-58536-897-6, $9.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages Birth and up 978-1-58536-978-2, $16.99 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8 ✪ 2011-2012 Alabama Camellia Children’s Choice PB: 978-1-58536-933-1, $3.99 ✎ “The text is playful and succinct, conveying emotion 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 ✎ “Kids will love this adorably funny Christmas story for Award Winner Grades 2–3 6 x 9 inches, 40 pages, Ages 6-8 with just a few well-chosen words that will stand up to ✎ “One of the best of its genre . . . a must for the all its kooky details and for its underlying message of ✎ “Frog and friends are a delightful group—entertaining, inevitable multiple rereadings.” —Kirkus Reviews growing Chinese New Year shelf.” love. The illustrations add all the joy that can be imag- From Santa’s Underwear charming, and funny. Just the sort of friends anyone is —Starred Kirkus Reviews ined to this funny holiday tale.” —Midwest Book Review glad to have.” —Kirkus Reviews
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Holiday I Am A Reader! Beginning reader and chapter books: 6 x 9 inches, ages 4-6 Your Favorite Siblings Are Now Available Grades in French and Spanish! K-1 and NEW Schnitzel: A Cautionary Tale for Small, Medium & Large Lazy Louts One little girl asks Santa for a friend to share her Apprenticed to a wizard, lazy Schnitzel hates house- holiday. But this is a pretty tall order for the jolly old man. cleaning. See what can go wrong when a mysterious Can Santa make her Christmas wish come true? vacuum-cleaner salesman offers to help. A clever retelling Jane Monroe Donovan. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan of “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.” 978-1-58536-447-3, $15.95 Stephanie Shaw. Illus., Kevin M. Barry 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages 978-1-58536-957-7, $16.99 ✪ Winter 2010-2011 Kids’ Indie Next List 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-8
French Digger et Daisy vont au zoo From Schnitzel: A Cautionary Tale for Lazy Louts (Digger and Daisy Go to the Zoo) HC: 978-1-62753-947-0, $12.95
Digger et Daisy vont en pique-nique (Digger and Daisy Go on a Picnic) HC: 978-1-62753-948-7, $12.95
Digger and Daisy Go to the Zoo Digger and Daisy Go to the City Digger et Daisy vont au docteur Digger tries to imitate the various animals they see while When the siblings take a trip to the big city, Daisy (Digger and Daisy Go to the Doctor) Smudge and the Book of The Twelve Days of Christmas What Cats Want for Christmas Daisy tries to tell him what he can and cannot do. doesn’t allow Digger to do anything. But he finds a way HC: 978-1-62753-949-4, $12.95 Mistakes: A Christmas Story This lighthearted version of the traditional English carol With clever rhymes and colorful illustrations, cats pen Judy Young. Illus., Dana Sullivan to have fun! PB: 978-1-58536-842-6, $4.99 In Ireland in the Middle Ages, a clumsy young monk is is geared specifically to young readers, using playful a holiday letter to Santa. Everyone will chuckle at these Judy Young. Illus., Dana Sullivan Digger et Daisy vont en ville mistakenly selected to be a scribe for an illuminated images of animals cavorting to the song’s lyrics. wish lists. HC: 978-1-58536-841-9, $9.99 PB: 978-1-58536-848-8, $4.99 32 pages | Guided Reading Level: F (Digger and Daisy Go to the City) manuscript of the Christmas story. Illus., Dan Andreasen Kandy Radzinski. Illus., Kandy Radzinski HC: 978-1-58536-847-1, $9.99 Lexile® Measure: 190 HC: 978-1-62753-950-0, $12.95 Gloria Whelan. Illus., Stephen Costanza 978-1-58536-834-1, $14.99 978-1-58536-340-7, $16.95 32 pages | Guided Reading Level: F 978-1-58536-483-1, $17.95 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages Lexile® Measure: 180 9 x 11 inches, 48 pages, All ages Digger and Daisy Go on a Picnic Spanish On a picnic excursion Daisy helps Digger figure out the Digger and Daisy Star in a Play Digger y Daisy van al zoológico different smells he is experiencing, ending up with a After being cast in a theatrical production, the siblings (Digger and Daisy Go to the Zoo) stinky encounter. take different approaches in preparing for the stage. Judy Young. Illus., Dana Sullivan Digger is worried he will forget his lines, while Daisy is HC: 978-1-62753-951-7, $9.99 PB: 978-1-58536-844-0, $4.99 confident she doesn’t need to rehearse. Who’s right? PB: 978-1-62753-959-3, $4.99 HC: 978-1-58536-843-3, $9.99 And will the play go off without a hitch? 32 pages | Guided Reading Level: F Judy Young. Illus., Dana Sullivan Digger y Daisy van de picnic Lexile® Measure: 190 PB: 978-1-58536-930-0, $4.99 (Digger and Daisy Go on a Picnic) HC: 978-1-58536-929-4, $9.99 HC: 978-1-62753-952-4, $9.99 Digger and Daisy Go to the Doctor 32 pages | Guided Reading Level: H PB: 978-1-62753-960-9, $4.99 Digger feels unwell and Daisy takes him to the doctor. Lexile® Measure: 80 But the checkup doesn’t go as Daisy had planned. Digger y Daisy van al médico Judy Young. Illus., Dana Sullivan Digger and Daisy Plant a Garden (Digger and Daisy Go to the Doctor) PB: 978-1-58536-846-4, $4.99 The siblings plant a garden with good things to eat. HC: 978-1-62753-953-1, $9.99 HC: 978-1-58536-845-7, $9.99 But Digger has a surprise in store for Daisy. PB: 978-1-62753-961-6, $4.99 What Dogs Want for Christmas Winter’s Gift A Wish to be a Christmas Tree 32 pages | Guided Reading Level: G Judy Young. Illus., Dana Sullivan Canine friends speak for themselves! Dogs get to share A lonely old man wants to forget Christmas, but a A tall, lonely tree waits at the edge of the Christmas tree Lexile® Measure: 210 PB: 978-1-58536-932-4, $4.99 Digger y Daisy van a la ciudad their holiday wishes with the man in the red suit. snowstorm and a surprise visitor needing help bring an farm. He’s certain his days of being someone’s special HC: 978-1-58536-931-7, $9.99 Kandy Radzinski. Illus., Kandy Radzinski opportunity for that most elusive gift of all, hope. tree are over. 32 pages | Guided Reading Level: J (Digger and Daisy Go to the City) 978-1-58536-363-6, $16.95 Jane Monroe Donovan. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan Colleen Monroe. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Lexile® Measure: 170 HC: 978-1-62753-954-8, $9.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, All ages 978-1-58536-231-8, $16.95 978-1-58536-002-4, $16.95 PB: 978-1-62753-962-3, $4.99 10 x 10 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 9 x 11 inches, 32 pages, Ages 4-10 BB: 978-1-58536-269-1, $8.99 “Bold, cartoon illustrations cheerfully reinforce the text with ample picture More than 100,000 copies sold 5½ x 7½ inches, 30 pages, Ages 1-4 clues. Young readers will enjoy sharing these excursions.” — School Library Journal
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I Am A Reader! Beginning reader and chapter books: 6 x 9 inches Stella Batts: 5½ x 7½ inches, ages 7 & up
Grades 1-2 Get to know Stella Batts! By Courtney Sheinmel and Illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell Meet Stella Batts. She’s in third grade, she wants Frogand to be a writer, and her parents own a wonderful riends candy shop. Life should be good, right? Frog and FriendsF Frog and Friends: Frog’s Flying Adventure Frog and Friends: Frog’s Lucky Day Frog is alarmed by a strange object, tries to re-gift a Frog worries when a flower friend wilts, takes a ride with Frog and his friends try to find the end of the rainbow scarf, and befriends a runaway hippo. a seagull, and has trouble falling to sleep. and Frog looks for a new pond when an unwelcome Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse visitor won’t leave his. PB: 978-1-58536-689-7, $3.99 PB: 978-1-58536-806-8, $3.99 Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse HC: 978-1-58536-548-7, $9.95 HC: 978-1-58536-805-1, $9.95 PB: 978-1-58536-893-8, $3.99 40 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: K 48 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: J HC: 978-1-58536-892-1, $9.99 Lexile® Measure: 290 Lexile® Measure: 230 40 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: J Lexile® Measure: 320 Frog and Friends: Party at the Pond Frog and Friends: Outdoor Surprises Frog hosts a party, dances around the pond, and Frog joins a singing group, helps Squirrel rescue a baby Frog and Friends Celebrate Thanksgiving, escapes a kiss from a girl. bird, and later joins his friends for a too-scary story. Christmas, and New Year’s Eve Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse Frog shares a Thanksgiving feast with his woodland PB: 978-1-58536-690-3, $3.99 PB: 978-1-58536-808-2, $3.99 friends, celebrates his first Christmas, and rings in the HC: 978-1-58536-549-4, $9.95 HC: 978-1-58536-807-5, $9.95 New Year with a twist on tradition. 40 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: K 48 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: K Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse Lexile® Measure: 330 Lexile® Measure: 360 PB: 978-1-58536-933-1, $3.99 Needs a New Name A Case of the Meanies None of Your Beeswax HC: 978-1-58536-897-6, $9.99 Stella decides to change her name after a boy from her Mean boy Joshua continues to plague Stella when he Stella finds it is not easy or fun to keep secrets, espe- Frog and Friends: Best Summer Ever Frog and Friends: Frog Saves the Day 40 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: J class keeps calling her “Smella.” How hard can it be to decides to have a birthday party at her parents’ candy cially from her sister or a good friend. Secrets can lead pick a new name? It’s not as easy as it sounds. store. He invites everyone in the class EXCEPT her! to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. And that’s not Frog compares himself to a bat, takes a vacation, and Frog and his friends mistakenly think a nearby train is a Lexile® Measure: 360 PB: 978-1-58536-183-0, $5.99 PB: 978-1-58536-199-1, $5.99 good for anyone! meets a Starman. ferocious dragon and later Frog rescues a friend’s child HC: 978-1-58536-185-4, $9.99 HC: 978-1-58536-198-4, $9.99 PB: 978-1-58536-854-9, $5.99 Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse from danger. 160 pages | Guided Reading Level: N 168 pages | Guided Reading Level: N HC: 978-1-58536-853-2, $9.99 PB: 978-1-58536-691-0, $3.99 Eve Bunting. Illus., Josée Masse Lexile® Measure: 630 Lexile® Measure: 540 184 pages | Guided Reading Level: M HC: 978-1-58536-550-0, $9.95 PB: 978-1-58536-810-5, $3.99 Lexile® Measure: 570 48 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: K HC: 978-1-58536-809-9, $9.99 ✪ 2012 National Parenting Publication Children’s Lexile® Measure: 290 40 pages, Ages 6-8 | Guided Reading Level: K Product–Honor winner in the Book category Who’s in Charge? Lexile® Measure: 330 Stella volunteers to watch her best friend’s dog, Bella. Superstar Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow What could go wrong? But Bella gets loose and runs Stella gets the chance to audition for her favorite televi- Stella can’t wait to try out the candy store’s new away. Will Stella find Bella before Evie gets back? sion show, Superstar Sam, after a casting director says Magical Glow-in-the-Dark Chewing Gum. But instead of PB: 978-1-58536-850-1, $5.99 she would be perfect for a special role. But the audition granting wishes, the gum seems to bring Stella bad luck, HC: 978-1-58536-849-5, $9.99 doesn’t go as planned. Will Stella ever get a chance to including a VERY drastic haircut! 168 pages | Guided Reading Level: N show her acting skills and meet her favorite actress? PB: 978-1-58536-191-5, $5.99 Lexile® Measure: 540 PB: 978-1-58536-856-3, $5.99 HC: 978-1-58536-189-2, $9.99 HC: 978-1-58536-855-6, $9.99 152 pages | Guided Reading Level: N Something Blue 192 pages | Guided Reading Level: N Lexile® Measure: 690 Stella is excited to be a flower girl in her aunt’s wedding Lexile® Measure: 510 Grades but she accidently sprays paint on the wedding dress. Is Pardon Me the big day ruined? Scaredy Cat 2-3 Stella needs to find a new best friend after her friend, PB: 978-1-58536-852-5, $5.99 Stella’s class wins a sleepover in the library. But after Willa, moves away. But finding a new best friend is not HC: 978-1-58536-851-8, $9.99 some strange occurrences, Stella realizes she’s not as 176 pages | Guided Reading Level: N brave as she thought. Tugg and Teeny Tugg and Teeny: Jungle Surprises Tugg and Teeny: easy. Things look up when she meets Evie, the new girl Lexile® Measure: 630 PB: 978-1-58536-920-1, $5.99 Teeny learns to become a musician, develops her talents The friends look for lost items, watch the wacky Zebra That’s What Friends Are For in town. Until they get to school… HC: 978-1-58536-919-5, $9.99 as an artist, and fine-tunes her poetry skills. Brothers race, and investigate a mysterious item flying The two friends help hippo Margie Barge learn self- PB: 978-1-58536-194-6, $5.99 160 pages | Guided Reading Level: N J. Patrick Lewis. Illus., Christopher Denise in the skies. acceptance, find a substitute horn for Rocko Rhino, and HC: 978-1-58536-193-9, $9.99 Lexile® Measure: 560 PB: 978-1-58536-685-9, $3.99 J. Patrick Lewis. Illus., Christopher Denise host a neighborhood picnic. 160 pages | Guided Reading Level: N HC: 978-1-58536-514-2, $9.95 PB: 978-1-58536-686-6, $3.99 J. Patrick Lewis. Illus., Christopher Denise Lexile® Measure: 570 40 pages, Ages 7-9 | Guided Reading Level: L HC: 978-1-58536-515-9, $9.95 PB: 978-1-58536-687-3, $3.99 Lexile® Measure: 480 40 pages, Ages 7-9 | Guided Reading Level: L HC: 978-1-58536-516-6, $9.95 “With a light touch, Sheinmel persuasively conveys elementary school dynamics; readers may recognize some of their own inflated reactions Lexile® Measure: 600 40 pages, Ages 7-9 | Guided Reading Level: L to small mortifications in likeable Stella, while descriptions of unique candy confections are mouth-watering.” — Publishers Weekly Lexile® Measure: 460
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NEW The Wild World of Buck Bray: The Missing Grizzly Cubs As the star of a new kid-oriented wilderness show, eleven-year-old New Chapter Buck Bray travels to Denali National Park to shoot the first episode. Book Series Buck’s annoyed when the cameraman’s daughter, Toni, unexpectedly shows up. But the kids band together when they realize two grizzly cubs are missing and they work to solve the mystery. Zacktastic The Fat Boy Chronicles The Pirate Captain’s Daughter The Voyage of the Sea Wolf Judy Young On the day of his tenth birthday, Zack gets an itch in his After 15-year-old Catherine discovers her father’s secret At the end of The Pirate Captain’s Daughter, Catherine Inspired by a true story and told in first-person journal HC: 978-1-58536-970-6, $16.99 toe that won’t go away. Apparently this is the first sign life as captain of the pirate ship Reprisal, she convinces and cabin boy William are marooned by the Reprisal’s entries, The Fat Boy Chronicles brings to life the pain and PB: 978-1-58536-971-3, $9.99 of genie-hood! Soon Zack finds himself whisked through him to take her aboard, disguised as a boy. But once the crew. In this sequel, Catherine and William are rescued isolation felt by many overweight teenagers as they try 5½ x 7½ inches, 240 pages, Ages 8 & up a bottle portal and sent on his first “genie” assignment. Reprisal sets sail, she finds life on a pirate ship is not for from their island prison by another pirate ship. Catherine to find their way in a world obsessed with outward Guided Reading Level: U, Lexile® Measure: 700 But he doesn’t have a clue as to what he is supposed to beauty. the faint of heart. She will need an ally to survive. worries she will be marooned again when the crew do or what his genie powers might entail. Diane Lang and Michael Buchanan Eve Bunting discovers she’s a girl. “An exciting mystery with an outdoorsy HC: 978-1-58536-526-5, $15.95 Courtney Sheinmel PB: 978-1-58536-543-2, $9.95 Eve Bunting New Middle HC: 978-1-58536-934-8, $11.99 6 x 9 inches, 224 pages, Ages 12 & up PB: 978-1-58536-525-8, $8.95 HC: 978-1-58536-789-4, $15.95 Grade Series twist.” —School Library Journal PB: 978-1-58536-935-5, $6.99 5½ x 8 inches, 208 pages, Ages 12 & up PB: 978-1-58536-790-0, $8.95 5½ x 7½ inches, 272 pages, Ages 8 & up 5½ x 8 inches, 192 pages, Ages 12 & up Guided Reading Level: Q, Lexile® Measure: 620
Middle Grade, Historical Fiction Horace j. Edwards and the Time Keepers: NEW Runs With Courage The Secret of the Scarab Beetle Ten-year-old Four Winds is a young Lakota girl caught up in the changes In Book One, 11-year-old Horace is an ordinary boy whose brought about by her people’s forced move to the reservation. Set family moves to Niles, Michigan. Soon after Horace starts in the Dakota Territory, it is the year 1880. Four Winds has been sixth grade, his grandfather mysteriously dies and then taken away from her family and brought to a boarding school run Horace is given a strange gift—a stone beetle. He discovers by whites. She learns how to assimilate into white culture. But soon that he is the heir to an order of time-keeping guardians and Promise she discovers that the teachers are not interested in assimilation finds himself transported back in time to Ancient Egypt. Eleven-year-old Kaden and his grandmother pretty much but rather in erasing her culture. Now she must fight to hold on to William Meyer keep to themselves, living a simple life outside the small who she is. HC: 978-1-58536-938-6, $16.99 community of Promise. But now, just as he’s starting Crossing the Deadline: Stephen’s Joan M. Wolf PB: 978-1-58536-939-3, $9.99 middle school, Kaden learns that his father, a man he Journey Through the Civil War HC: 978-1-58536-984-3, $16.99 After joining the Union Army as a bugler, young Stephen 5½ x 8½ inches, 240 pages, Ages 9 & up has never known, is getting out of prison and moving PB: 978-1-58536-985-0, $9.99 finds himself caught up in some of the most dramatic Guided Reading Level: U, Lexile® Measure: 690 back home. 5½ x 8 inches, 224 pages, Ages 9 & up Judy Young and brutal events of the Civil War, including surviving Guided Reading Level: W, Lexile® Measure: 680 ✎ “Combining time travel, mystery, and history, this first in a a Confederate prison camp and then traveling aboard HC: 978-1-58536-914-0, $16.99 ✎ “The settings are well rendered, and themes of friendship, proposed series takes readers on an exciting romp through ancient the doomed steamboat Sultana. Through luck and PB: 978-1-58536-915-7, $8.99 memory, and family explored. This novel will be a solid historical- temples and Egyptian schools.”—Booklist fortitude Stephen survives, but he’s forever changed by 5½ x 8 inches, 368 pages, Ages 9 & up fiction choice for reluctant readers.”—Booklist New Middle his journey. Grade Series Visit our Web site for the teacher’s guide. ✎ ✎ “In her second book focusing on forced acculturation, Wolf “If you want a heartwarming read that will stay with Michael Shoulders (Someone Named Eva, 2007) skillfully educates readers about the you long after you’ve read the last page, Promise is the HC: 978-1-58536-951-5, $16.99 historical context.” — Kirkus Reviews book for you.” —Middle Shelf Magazine PB: 978-1-58536-952-2, $9.99 5½ x 8 inches, 384 pages, Ages 10 & up Guided Reading Level: W, Lexile® Measure: 730
New Middle Grade Series Praise for Sandra Dallas Books Red Berries White Clouds Blue Sky ✎ “A realistic portrayal of the internment camps, Stagestruck: Curtain Up! Stagestruck: Showstopper! NEW Tig Ripley: Rock ’n’ Roll Rebel brightened by the determination of one girl to The Quilt Walk Red Berries White Clouds Blue Sky remain true to her optimistic spirit.” —Booklist After 12-year-old Anya is cut from her middle-school After directing and producing her successful first Thirteen-year-old Tig Ripley thinks starting an all-girl A young girl’s western journey is chronicled in a historical In this moving story, a young girl overcomes the preju- soccer team, she puts together a kids’ summer theater show with the Random Farms Kids’ Theater, Anya is rock band will propel her into the spotlight at her middle fiction offering for middle-grade readers. dices and suspicions of World War II while finding hope troupe, recruiting area kids as actors and crew mem- ready to turn her attention to their second show. But school. So after a few weeks’ worth of drumming lessons, The Quilt Walk Sandra Dallas in the unlikeliest of places. ✪ 2013 Wrangler Award–Juvenile Book. bers. Closely based on the real-life experience of Anya trouble rears its head almost immediately when their she convinces her cousin and two school friends to form HC: 978-1-58536-800-6, $15.95 Sandra Dallas ✎ Wallach, the Random Farms Kids’ Theater founder. beloved barn theater is flooded. How can they put on Pandora’s Box. Does Tig have what it takes to be the leader? “Solid writing and a close attention to details PB: 978-1-58536-799-3, $9.95 HC: 978-1-58536-906-5, $15.95, Lisa Fiedler and Anya Wallach a production without a theater? Ginger Rue make this story more than the sum of its parts. 5½ x 8 inches, 216 pages, Ages 9 & up PB: 978-1-58536-907-2, $9.99 HC: 978-1-58536-923-2, $11.99 Lisa Fiedler and Anya Wallach HC: 978-1-58536-945-4, $16.99 Finely stitched.”—Kirkus Reviews 5½ x 8 inches, 248 pages, Ages 9 & up PB: 978-1-58536-924-9, $6.99 HC: 978-1-58536-925-6, $11.99 PB: 978-1-58536-946-1, $9.99 ✪ 2015 Finalist in the WILLA Literary Awards for 5½ x 7½ inches, 256 pages, Ages 9 & up PB: 978-1-58536-926-3, $6.99 5½ x 8½ inches, 360 pages, Ages 9 & up Children’s and Young Adult Fiction and Nonfiction 5½ x 7½ inches, 280 pages, Ages 9 & up Guided Reading Level: V, Lexile® Measure: 660
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Middle Grade — I,Q: 5½ x 8½ inches, ages 10 and up Readers: 5½ x 7½ inches, ages 6-10, 96 pages, hardcover, unless noted
I,Q For the Independent Penned by New York Times best-selling Reader authors Roland Smith and Michael P. Spradlin, the I, Q mystery series keeps Patterned after the popular young readers on the edge of their nineteenth-century McGuffey seats. Q (Quest) and his stepsister, Readers, these books teach life Angela, try to thwart the activities of the terrorist ghost cell that is following lessons and reading skills. them across the country.
The American Reader The Ohio Reader Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., K. L. Darnell Marcia Schonberg. Illus., K. L. Darnell 978-1-58536-095-6, $12.95 978-1-58536-321-6, $12.95 Independence Hall The White House Kitty Hawk In , we meet Q (Quest) Book One: Independence Hall The White House takes readers on another thrilling caper. The president’s daughter has been kidnapped by the The Michigan Reader The Pennsylvania Reader and his stepsister, Angela. We meet their rocker par- lethal ghost cell. Q and Angela are in hot pursuit but a It’s going to be even more difficult for Q and Angela to Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., K. L. Darnell Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., K. L. Darnell ents, Blaze and Roger; we meet the Secret Service team blinding storm complicates their efforts. sort out the “good guys” from the “bad guys” when the PB: 978-1-58536-452-7, $5.95 978-1-58536-320-9, $12.95 protecting the family; and we meet the main players of new playing field is at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Roland Smith the Mossad team that is following them. Roland Smith HC: 978-1-58536-605-7, $15.95 The Missouri Reader Roland Smith PB: 978-1-58536-604-0, $8.95 HC: 978-1-58536-478-7, $15.95 Judy Young. Illus., K. L. Darnell HC: 978-1-58536-468-8, $15.95 240 pages PB: 978-1-58536-456-5, $8.95 978-1-58536-437-4, $12.95 PB: 978-1-58536-325-4, $8.95 264 pages 312 pages Alcatraz In San Francisco, Q and Angela join Boone and the The New Jersey Reader ✪ 2010 IRA Young Adults’ Choice List The Windy City Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., K. L. Darnell When Q and Angela head to Chicago for their parents’ S.O.S. team as they finally close in on Number One, the 978-1-58536-438-1, $12.95 The Alamo concert, they uncover another plot by the ghost cell. leader of the world’s most feared terrorist organization. Roland Smith and Michael P. Spradlin 104 pages When Q and Angela head to Texas for a Match concert, They plan to release a chemical bomb over the city! HC: 978-1-58536-826-6, $16.99 they discover traces of the ghost cell in the Lone Star Roland Smith and Michael P. Spradlin The New York Reader HC: 978-1-58536-824-2, $16.99 PB: 978-1-58536-825-9, $9.99 State. Ann E. Burg. Illus., K. L. Darnell PB: 978-1-58536-823-5, $9.99 272 pages Roland Smith and Michael P. Spradlin PB: 978-1-58536-349-0, $5.95 HC: 978-1-58536-822-8, $15.99 256 pages PB: 978-1-58536-821-1, $9.99 288 pages
Hi-Lo Readers: Paperback, 5½ x 8 inches, ages 8-10 Diaries: Paperback, 7 x 9 inches, 128 pages, all ages
American Adventures History brought to life in dramatic fiction. These books are perfect for bringing history to the Hi-Lo audience. Each book contains a table of con- tents, three stories, and three author’s notes.
Diary of an American Kid Diary of an Ohio Kid The Battles Voices for Freedom 978-1-58536-171-7, $9.95 978-1-58536-540-1, $9.95 Contains three stories focusing on key American battles: Contains three stories focusing on slavery in America, the Under- the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. ground Railroad, and the 1963 Freedom March on Washington. Diary of a Canadian Kid Diary of a Pennsylvania Kid 978-1-58536-610-1, $9.95 978-1-58536-861-7, $9.99, 88 pages 978-1-58536-886-0, $6.99, 72 pages 978-1-58536-812-9, $11.95
Troubled Times Westward Journeys Diary of a Michigan Kid Diary of a Texas Kid 978-1-58536-608-8, $9.95, Contains three stories focusing on America’s Great Depression, Contains three stories focusing on the American westward 978-1-58536-523-4, $9.95 including a boy embarking on a hobo’s journey across the country. expansion, including the Oregon Trail and the Oklahoma Land Run. Diary of a Minnesota Kid 978-1-58536-903-4, $6.99, 80 pages 978-1-58536-860-0, $6.99, 80 pages 978-1-58536-539-5, $9.95
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Y is for Yellowhammer: An Alabama Alphabet L is for Lobster: A Maine Alphabet S is for Sooner: An Oklahoma Alphabet Written in our popular two-tier format, our More than Carol Crane. Illus., Ted Burn Cynthia Furlong Reynolds. Illus., Jeannie Brett Devin Scillian. Illus., Kandy Radzinski 1.5 million 978-1-58536-118-2, $17.95 978-1-58536-024-6, $17.95 978-1-58536-062-8, $17.95 Discover America State by State alphabet series copies sold! L is for Last Frontier: An Alaska Alphabet B is for Blue Crab: A Maryland Alphabet B is for Beaver: An Oregon Alphabet helps young readers explore state facts through Carol Crane. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Shirley C. Menendez. Illus., Laura Stutzman Marie and Roland Smith. Illus., Michael Roydon 978-1-58536-020-8, $17.95 978-1-58536-160-1, $17.95 978-1-58536-071-0, $17.95 colorful illustrations, rhyming verses, and G is for Grand Canyon: An Arizona Alphabet M is for Mayflower: A Massachusetts Alphabet K is for Keystone: A Pennsylvania Alphabet Barbara Gowan. Illus., Katherine Larson Margot Theis Raven. Illus., Jeannie Brett Kristen Kane. Illus., Laura Knorr expository text. Vivid descriptions 978-1-58536-068-0, $17.95 978-1-58536-072-7, $17.95 978-1-58536-104-5, $17.95 bring the history, natural wonders, and N is for Natural State: An Arkansas Alphabet M is for Mitten: A Michigan Alphabet R is for Rhode Island Red: Michael Shoulders. Illus., Rick Anderson Annie Appleford and Kathy-jo Wargin A Rhode Island Alphabet unique features of each state alive. 978-1-58536-067-3, $17.95 Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe Mark R. Allio. Illus., Mary Jane Begin 978-1-886947-73-3, $17.95 978-1-58536-149-6, $17.95 G is for Golden: A California Alphabet David Domeniconi. Illus., Pam Carroll V is for Viking: A Minnesota Alphabet P is for Palmetto: A South Carolina Alphabet 978-1-58536-045-1, $17.95 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Karen Latham and Rebecca Carol Crane. Illus., Mary Whyte Latham 978-1-58536-047-5, $17.95 C is for Centennial: A Colorado Alphabet 978-1-58536-125-0, $17.95 Discover America State by State Set Louise Doak Whitney, Illus., Helle Urban M is for Mount Rushmore: 978-1-58536-058-1, $17.95 M is for Magnolia: A Mississippi Alphabet A South Dakota Alphabet Complete set has 51 titles (includes the District of Columbia). ISBN: 978-1-58536-294-3 | $915.45 Michael Shoulders. Illus., Rick Anderson William Anderson. Illus., Cheryl Harness N is for Nutmeg: A Connecticut Alphabet 978-1-58536-129-8, $17.95 978-1-58536-141-0, $17.95 Elissa D. Grodin. Illus., Maureen K. Brookfield 978-1-58536-124-3, $17.95 S is for Show Me: A Missouri Alphabet V is for Volunteer: A Tennessee Alphabet Two-Tiered Reading Judy Young. Illus., Ross B. Young Michael Shoulders. Illus., Bruce Langton F is for First State: A Delaware Alphabet 978-1-58536-026-0, $17.95 978-1-58536-033-8, $17.95 Carol Crane. Illus., Elizabeth Traynor Educator Support & Reinforcements 978-1-58536-154-0, $17.95 B is for Big Sky Country: A Montana Alphabet L is for Lone Star: A Texas Alphabet Carol Crane. Illus., Alan Stacy At the heart of the 51-title Discover America State by State Set is the comprehensive, printed Sneed B. Collard III. Illus., Joanna Yardley S is for Sunshine: A Florida Alphabet 978-1-58536-098-7, $17.95 978-1-58536-019-2, $17.95 Teacher’s Guide. Designed around the needs of the busy teacher and librarian, the Guide contains: Carol Crane. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe 978-1-58536-012-3, $17.95 C is for Cornhusker: A Nebraska Alphabet A is for Arches: A Utah Alphabet • Sample lesson plans geared toward differentiated instruction Rajean Luebs Shepherd. Illus., Sandy Appleoff Becky Hall. Illus., Katherine Larson P is for Peach: A Georgia Alphabet 978-1-58536-147-2, $17.95 978-1-58536-096-3, $17.95 • Complete lessons for teaching each state book, including pre- and post-reading activities Carol Crane. Illus., Mark Braught 978-1-58536-046-8, $17.95 S is for Silver: A Nevada Alphabet M is for Maple Syrup: A Vermont Alphabet • State-by-state comparisons Eleanor Coerr. Illus., Darcie Park Cynthia Furlong Reynolds. Illus., Ginny Joyner A is for Aloha: A Hawai‘i Alphabet 978-1-58536-117-5, $17.95 978-1-58536-030-7, $17.95 • Correlation charts to national content standards for social studies and language arts U‘ilani Goldsberry. Illus., Tammy Yee • And much more! 978-1-58536-146-5, $17.95 G is for Granite: A New Hampshire Alphabet O is for Old Dominion: A Virginia Alphabet Marie Harris. Illus., Karen Busch Holman Pamela Duncan Edwards. Illus., Troy Howell Comprehensive Discover America Teacher’s Guide: 978-1-58536-299-8, $39.95 P is for Potato: An Idaho Alphabet 978-1-58536-083-3, $17.95 978-1-58536-161-8, $17.95 In-depth sidebar prose Rhyming text for younger, Stan and Joy Steiner. Illus., Jocelyn Slack for older readers less-experienced readers 978-1-58536-155-7, $17.95 G is for Garden State: A New Jersey Alphabet E is for Evergreen: A Washington Alphabet Eileen Cameron. Illus., Doris Ettlinger Marie and Roland Smith. Illus., Linda Holt Ayriss L is for Lincoln: An Illinois Alphabet 978-1-58536-152-6, $17.95 978-1-58536-143-4, $17.95 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Gijsbert van Frankenhuyzen 978-1-58536-016-1, $17.95 E is for Enchantment: A New Mexico Alphabet N is for our Nation’s Capital: PB: 978-1-58536-250-9, $7.95 Helen Foster James. Illus., Neecy Twinem A Washington, DC Alphabet 978-1-58536-153-3, $17.95 Marie and Roland Smith. Illus., Barbara Gibson H is for Hoosier: An Indiana Alphabet 978-1-58536-148-9, $17.95 Cynthia Furlong Reynolds. Illus., Bruce Langton E is for Empire: A New York State Alphabet 978-1-58536-041-3, $17.95 Ann E. Burg. Illus., Maureen K. Brookfield M is for Mountain State: A West Virginia Alphabet 978-1-58536-113-7, $17.95 Mary Ann McCabe Riehle. Illus., Laura J. Bryant H is for Hawkeye: An Iowa Alphabet 978-1-58536-151-9, $17.95 Patricia A. Pierce. Illus., Bruce Langton T is for Tar Heel: A North Carolina Alphabet 978-1-58536-114-4, $17.95 Carol Crane. Illus., Gary Palmer B is for Badger: A Wisconsin Alphabet 978-1-58536-082-6, $17.95 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Renée Graef S is for Sunflower: A Kansas Alphabet 978-1-58536-135-9, $17.95 Devin and Corey Scillian. Illus., Doug Bowles P is for Peace Garden: A North Dakota Alphabet 978-1-58536-061-1, $17.95 Roxane B. Salonen. Illus., Joanna Yardley C is for Cowboy: A Wyoming Alphabet 978-1-58536-142-7, $17.95 Eugene Gagliano. Illus., Susan Guy B is for Bluegrass: A Kentucky Alphabet 978-1-58536-097-0, $17.95 Mary Ann McCabe Riehle. Illus., Wes Burgiss B is for Buckeye: An Ohio Alphabet 978-1-58536-056-7, $17.95 Marcia Schonberg. Illus., Bruce Langton 978-1-58536-004-8, $17.95 All titles in this series are part of the Accelerated Reader® program. P is for Pelican: A Louisiana Alphabet All Discover America State by State titles are 11 x 9 inches, 40 pages, and for ages 6-10 unless otherwise noted. Anita C. Prieto. Illus., Laura Knorr 978-1-58536-137-3, $17.95
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Traveling across America and using numbers as Rich in history and diverse in their its backdrop, this series features state-by-state populations, landscape, wildlife, information in a fun, entertaining, and educa- culture, and folklore, the Cana- tional way. Captivating rhymes help develop dian provinces are a fascinating reading skills while expository text covers state subject for study and discussion.
Bilingual facts including history, landmarks, science, Written in our popular two-tier Text and wildlife. Now young readers can learn about format, this lushly illustrated series their state and our country … by the numbers! invites young readers to explore and compare the features that All America by the Numbers titles are 11 x 9 inches, 40 pages, and for ages 6-10. make each province unique. All titles are 11 x 9 inches, 40 pages, and for ages 6-10.
Desert Digits: Fishing for Numbers: Wright Numbers: C is for Chinook: An Alberta Alphabet P is for Puffin: A Newfoundland and F is for French An Arizona Number Book A Maine Number Book A North Carolina Number Book Dawn Welykochy. Illus., Lorna Bennett Labrador Alphabet A Québec Alphabet Barbara Gowan. Illus., Irving Toddy Cynthia Furlong Reynolds. Illus., Jeannie Brett Carol Crane. Illus., Gary Palmer 978-1-58536-223-3, $17.95 Janet Skirving. Illus., Odell Archibald Elaine Arsenault. Illus., Renné Benoit 978-1-58536-162-5, $17.95 978-1-58536-035-2, $16.95 978-1-58536-196-0, $16.95 978-1-58536-287-5, $17.95 978-1-58536-435-0, $17.95 S is for Spirit Bear: A British Bilingual Text Natural Numbers: An Arkansas One if by Land: Cardinal Numbers: Columbia Alphabet B is for Bluenose: Number Book A Massachusetts Number Book An Ohio Counting Book G. Gregory Roberts. Illus., Bob Doucet A Nova Scotia Alphabet L is for Land of Living Skies: Michael Shoulders. Illus., Rick Anderson Heidi E. Y. Stemple. Illus., Jeannie Brett Marcia Schonberg. Illus., Bruce Langton 978-1-58536-291-2, $18.95 Susan Tooke. Illus., Susan Tooke A Saskatchewan Alphabet 978-1-58536-172-4, $17.95 978-1-58536-186-1, $17.95 978-1-58536-084-0, $16.95 978-1-58536-362-9, $17.95 Linda Aksomitis. Illus., Lorna Bennett G is for Golden Boy: 978-1-58536-490-9, 32 pages Golden Numbers: The Michigan Counting Book One for All: A Manitoba Alphabet A is for Algonquin: An Ontario Alphabet $17.95 A California Number Book Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Michael Glenn Monroe A Pennsylvania Number Book Larry Verstraete. Illus., Brian Lund Lovenia Gorman. Illus., Melanie Rose David Domeniconi. Illus., Pam Carroll 978-1-58536-003-1, $17.95 Trinka Hakes Noble. Illus., Lisa Papp 978-1-58536-364-3, $17.95 978-1-58536-263-9, $17.95 T is for Territories 978-1-58536-173-1, $17.95 978-1-58536-200-4, $16.95 A Yukon, Northwest Territories, and North Star Numbers: F is for Fiddlehead: I is for Island: Nunavut Alphabet Yankee Doodle Numbers: A Minnesota Number Book Net Numbers: A South A New Brunswick Alphabet A Prince Edward Island Alphabet Michael Kusugak. Illus., Iris Churcher A Connecticut Number Book Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Laurie Caple Carolina Number Book Marilyn Lohnes. Illus., Susan Tooke Hugh MacDonald. Illus., Brenda Jones 978-1-58536-207-3, $17.95 Elissa Grodin. Illus., Maureen K. Brookfield 978-1-58536-187-8, $17.95 Carol Crane. Illus., Gary Palmer 978-1-58536-318-6, $17.95 978-1-58536-367-4, $16.95 978-1-58536-175-5, $17.95 978-1-58536-202-8, $17.95 1 Mississippi, 2 Mississippi: Sunny Numbers: A Mississippi Number Book Count On Us: A Florida Number Book Michael Shoulders. Illus., Rick Anderson A Tennessee Number Book Carol Crane. Illus., Jane Monroe Donovan 978-1-58536-188-5, $16.95 Michael Shoulders. Illus., Bruce Langton Other Canadian titles 978-1-58536-050-5, $16.95 978-1-58536-131-1, $16.95 Show Me the Number: NEW C is for Canada: M is for Maple: A Canadian Alphabet A Peck of Peaches: A Missouri Number Book Round Up: A Texas Number Book Celebrating Our Nation Mike Ulmer. Illus., Melanie Rose Judy Young. Illus., Ross B. Young Carol Crane. Illus., Alan Stacy A Georgia Number Book Mike Ulmer. Illus., Sylvie Daigneault 978-1-58536-051-2, $19.95 Carol Crane, Illus., Mark Braught 978-1-58536-156-4, $17.95 978-1-58536-133-5, $16.95 978-1-58536-973-7, $16.99 11 x 10 inches, 40 pages 978-1-58536-177-9, $17.95 11 x 9 inches, 32 pages, Ages 6-10 PB: 978-1-58536-235-6, $8.95 Primary Numbers: Four Wheels West: BB: 978-1-58536-345-2, $7.99 Prairie Numbers: A New Hampshire Number Book A Wyoming Number Book Diary of a Canadian Kid 5½ x 7½, 34 pages, Ages 1-4 An Illinois Number Book Marie Harris. Illus., Karen Busch Holman Eugene Gagliano. Illus., Susan Guy 978-1-58536-812-9, $11.95 Kathy-jo Wargin. Illus., Kathy O’Malley 978-1-58536-192-2, $16.95 978-1-58536-210-3, $17.95 7 x 9 inches, 128 pages, All ages M is for Mountie: An RCMP Alphabet 978-1-58536-180-9, $17.95 Polly Horvath. Illus., Lorna Bennett Times Square: A New York State Little Canada 978-1-58536-267-7, $17.95 Matt Napier. Illus., Renné Benoit Numbers in a Row: Number Book 11 x 10 inches, 40 pages An Iowa Number Book Ann E. Burg. Illus., Maureen K. Brookfield BB: 978-1-58536-178-6, $9.95 Patricia A. Pierce. Illus., Dorothia Rohner 978-1-58536-195-3, $16.95 7 x 5 inches, 22 pages, Ages Birth to 3 978-1-58536-164-9, $17.95 Loonies and Toonies: One Kansas Farmer: A Canadian Number Book A Kansas Number Book Mike Ulmer. Illus., Melanie Rose Devin and Corey Scillian. Illus., Doug Bowles 978-1-58536-239-4, $18.95 978-1-58536-182-3, $16.95 11 x 10 inches, 40 pages Companion title to M is for Maple: A Canadian Alphabet.
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Edwards and the Time Keepers: The Loonies and Toonies: A Canadian Number Penguin Named Patience: A Hurricane Katrina Times Square: A New York State Number Cook, Geoff...... 33 Parra, John...... 33 Secret of the Scarab Beetle...... 60 Book...... 67 Rescue Story...... 3, 50 Book...... 66 Dallas, Sandra...... 61 Salonen, Roxane B...... 65 Corum, Jaime...... 29 Peck, Beth...... 48 Hot Dog! Eleanor Roosevelt Throws a Love from a Star...... 38 Pennsylvania Reader, The...... 63 Titanicat...... 51 Dealey, Erin...... 54 Salten, Felix...... 34 Costanza, Stephen...... 54, 56 Pignataro, Anna...... 45 Picnic...... 51 Lucky Star, The...... 46 Penny: The Forgotten Coin...... 40 Town that Fooled the British: A War of 1812 DeBord, Tina...... 16 Sanders, Nancy I...... 26 Cowman, Joseph...... 55 Porfirio, Guy...... 46 People of Twelve Thousand Winters, The...... 48 Story...... 47 Declercq, Al...... 49 Schonberg, Marcia...... 21, 24, 63, 65, 66 Craig, David...... 23 Pullen, Zachary...... 29, 43, 51 I, Q: Alcatraz...... 62 M is for Magnolia: A Mississippi Alphabet...... 65 Pet for Miss Wright, A...... 40 Track that Scat!...... 43 Degman, Lori...... 39 Scillian, Corey...... 65, 66 Crawford, Robert...... 33, 45 I, Q: Independence Hall...... 62 M is for Majestic: A National Parks Alphabet.....24 Philip Reid Saves the Statue of Freedom...... 51 Tsunami Quilt, The...... 47 Diesen, Debbie...... 35 Scillian, Devin..... 32, 33, 38, 43, 47, 55, 65, 66 Culotta, Kent...... 28 Radzinski, Kandy...... 22, 24, 41, 56, 65 I, Q: Kitty Hawk...... 62 M is for Maple board book...... 22 Pierre the Penguin: A True Story...... 50 Tugg and Teeny...... 58 Dillard, Sarah...... 35 Sewell, Anna...... 34 Regan, Laura...... 23, 50 I, Q: The Alamo...... 62 M is for Maple: A Canadian Alphabet...... 33, 67 Pirate Captain’s Daughter, The...... 60 Tugg and Teeny: Jungle Surprises...... 58 Domeniconi, David...... 24, 27, 65, 66 Shaw, Nancy...... 48 Daigneault, Sylvie...... 4, 33, 67 Robert, Bruno...... 54 I, Q: The White House...... 62 M is for Maple Syrup: A Vermont Alphabet.....65 PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year...... 3, 40, 55 Tugg and Teeny: That’s What Friends Are For..... 58 Donovan, Jane Monroe...... 56 Shaw, Stephanie...... 40, 44, 54, 56 Darnell, K. L...... 63 Rodanas, Kristina...... 48 I, Q: The Windy City...... 62 M is for Masterpiece: An Art Alphabet...... 27 Prairie Numbers: An Illinois Number Book...... 66 Tuki and Moka: A Tale of Two Tamarins...... 48 Dunham, Terri Hoover...... 55 Shea, Kevin...... 22, 30 DeBord, Kim Jackson...... 16 Rohner, Dorothia...... 66 I is for Idea: An Inventions Alphabet...... 24 M is for Mayflower: A Massachusetts Primary Numbers: A New Hampshire Number Twelve Days of Christmas, The...... 56 Sheinmel, Courtney...... 15, 59, 60 Denise, Christopher...... 58 Rose, Melanie...... 22, 23, 26, 29, 30, 31, 33, 48, 67 I is for Island: A Prince Edward Island Alphabet...... 65 Book...... 66 Twice as Good: The Story of William Powell and Edwards, Pamela Duncan...... 33, 45, 65 Shepherd, Rajean Luebs...... 21, 65 Dewar, Ken...... 22, 30 Roydon, Michael...... 65 Alphabet...... 67 M is for Melody: A Music Alphabet...... 27 Promise...... 60 Clearview...... 52 Ervin, Tom...... 49 Sheppard, Bryony Williams...... 18 Dillard, Sarah...... 35 Rutherford, Alexa...... 33 I Love Hockey board book...... 22 M is for Meow: A Cat Alphabet...... 24 Txtng Mama Txtng Baby board book...... 22 Shoulders, Debbie...... 25, 26, 32 Donovan, Jane Monroe...... 34, 52, 56, 66 I Love You Just Enough...... 3, 53 M is for Mitten: A Michigan Alphabet...... 65 Quilt Walk, The...... 61 Fiedler, Lisa...... 60 Shoulders, Michael...... 21, 22, 25, 26, 28, Doucet, Bob...... 67 Slack, Jocelyn...... 65 I Spy with My Little Eye: Baseball...... 53 M is for Mom: A Child’s Alphabet...... 27 V is for Venus Flytrap: A Plant Alphabet...... 25 Figley, Marty Rhodes...... 55 ...... 32, 36, 40, 61, 65, 66 Dykes, John S...... 30 Sneed, Brad...... 43 I Spy with My Little Eye: Hockey...... 53 M is for Money: An Economics Alphabet...... 32 R is for Race: A Stock Car Alphabet...... 31 V is for Viking: A Minnesota Alphabet...... 65 Fredericks, Anthony...... 23, 24, 47 Skirving, Janet...... 67 Soentpiet, Chris K...... 50 I Spy with My Little Eye: Minnesota...... 37 M is for Monster: A Fantastic Creatures R is for Rhode Island Red: A Rhode Island V is for Volunteer: A Tennessee Alphabet...... 65 Friddell, Claudia...... 50 Skofield, James...... 34 Ellison, Chris...... 27, 46, 47, 50, 54 Song, Christina...... 41 In Andal’s House...... 48 Alphabet...... 27 Alphabet...... 65 V is for Von Trapp: A Musical Family Alphabet.... 28 Slade, Suzanne...... 11 Ettlinger, Doris...... 27, 29, 39, 44, 46, 49, 65 Stacy, Alan...... 24, 65, 66 Itsy Bitsy & Teeny Weeny...... 53 M is for Mount Rushmore: A South Dakota R is for Rhyme: A Poetry Alphabet...... 29 Voyage of the Sea Wolf, The...... 61 Gagliano, Eugene...... 21, 25, 38, 65, 66 Smith, Marie...... 25, 26, 65 Ewen, Eileen Ryan...... 10, 42, 51 Steele, Robert Gantt...... 46 Alphabet...... 65 Rags, Hero Dog of WWI: A True Story...... 3, 50 Voyageur’s Paddle, The...... 41 Gazzetta, Katherine Cutchin...... 38 Smith, Roland...... 25, 26, 62, 65 Stewart, Ashley...... 14 J is for Jack O’Lantern: A Halloween M is for Mountain State: A West Virginia Rebekkah’s Journey: A World War II Refugee Goldman, Dara...... 54 Souders, Taryn J...... 41 Farnsworth, Bill...... 47 Stutzman, Laura...... 43, 65 Alphabet...... 33 Alphabet...... 65 Story...... 47 W is for Waves: An Ocean Alphabet...... 25 Goldsberry, U’ilani...... 65 Spradlin, Michael...... 62 Faulkner, Matt...... 33, 55 Sullivan, Dana...... 37, 39, 57 J is for Jump Shot: A Basketball Alphabet...... 31 M is for Mountie: An RCMP Alphabet...... 67 Red Berries, White Clouds, Blue Sky...... 3, 61 W is for Wind: A Weather Alphabet...... 26 Gorman, Lovenia...... 67 Steiner, Joy...... 65 Filippucci, Laura Francesca...... 37 Sullivan, Kate...... 39 Jam & Jelly by Holly & Nellie...... 37 Mackinac Bridge: The Story of the Five-Mile Riding to Washington...... 47 W is for Windy City: A Chicago Alphabet...... 28 Gowan, Barbara...... 20, 24, 65, 66 Steiner, Stan...... 65 Sylvada, Peter...... 49 Jasper’s Story: Saving Moon Bears...... 50 Poem...... 46 Round Up: A Texas Number Book...... 66 W is for Woof: A Dog Alphabet...... 26 Greene, Rhonda Gowler...... 39 Stemple, Heidi E. Y...... 66 Gardner, David C...... 52 Johnny Kaw: A Tall Tale...... 43 Maestro Stu Saves the Zoo...... 52 Rudy Rides the Rails: A Depression Era W is for Wrigley: The Friendly Confines Grodin, Elissa D...... 32, 33, 43, 65, 66 Stier, Catherine...... 49 Gazzetta, Katherine Cutchin...... 38 Taylor, Bridget Starr...... 45 Junk Man’s Daughter...... 46 Megan’s Year: An Irish Traveler’s Story...... 48 Story...... 47 Alphabet...... 31 Strother, Ruth...... 24, 26 Geister, David...... 23, 25, 28, 41, 44, 47, 51 Thermes, Jennifer...... 34 Memoirs of a Goldfish...... 38 Runs With Courage...... 3, 5, 61 Waiting for the Owl’s Call...... 48 Hagen, Carol...... 55 Sullivan, Dana...... 37, 39 Gibson, Barbara...... 65 Toddy, Irving...... 26, 66 K is for Kabuki: A Japan Alphabet...... 33 Memoirs of a Hamster...... 38 Welcome, Baby! Keeping You Safe...... 7 Hale, Kate...... 20 Sullivan, Kate...... 39 Goldman, Dara...... 54 Tooke, Susan...... 67 K is for Keystone: A Pennsylvania Alphabet....65 Memoirs of a Parrot...... 38 S is for Save the Planet: A How-to-Be Green Welcome to America, Champ!...... 49 Hall, Becky...... 65 Swain, Gwenyth...... 47 Graef, Renée...... 23, 25, 26, 33, 41, 49, 65 Traynor, Elizabeth...... 25, 65 K is for Kick: A Soccer Alphabet...... 31 Memoirs of an Elf...... 38, 55 Alphabet...... 25 What Cats Want for Christmas...... 56 Harris, Marie...... 65, 66 Graves, Linda Dockey...... 28 Twinem, Neecy...... 65 Kay Kay’s Alphabet Safari...... 37 Mercedes and the Chocolate Pilot...... 50 S is for Scientists: A Discovery Alphabet...... 25 What Dogs Want for Christmas...... 56 Hawk, Fran...... 51 Tooke, Susan...... 67 Guerlais, Gerald...... 42 Kelly of Hazel Ridge...... 53 Michigan Counting Book, The...... 66 S is for Sea Glass: A Beach Alphabet...... 29 What’s Looking at You, Kid?...... 41 Henrichs, Wendy...... 41 Guy, Susan...... 29, 65, 66 Uhles, Mary Reaves...... 37, 55 Michigan Reader, The...... 63 S is for Shamrock: An Ireland Alphabet...... 33 When Anju Loved Being an Elephant...... 41 Hershenhorn, Esther...... 20, 22, 29 Ulmer, Mike...... 4, 22, 31, 33, 48, 67 Urban, Helle...... 20, 21, 22, 33, 65 L is for Land of Living Skies: A Saskatchewan Minnow and Rose: An Oregon Trail Story...... 47 S is for Show Me: A Missouri Alphabet...... 65 Where to Sleep...... 22, 41 Herzog, Brad...... 22, 25, 29, 30, 31, 53 Ulmer, Wendy...... 34, 42 Hall, Amanda...... 48 Alphabet...... 67 Miss Colfax’s Light...... 51 S is for Silver: A Nevada Alphabet...... 65 Who Will Plant a Tree?...... 43 Horvath, Polly...... 67 Han, Oki S...... 33 Van Frankenhuyzen, Gijsbert...... 17, 24, 25, 26, L is for Last Frontier: An Alaska Alphabet...... 65 Missouri Reader, The...... 63 S is for Sleeping Bear Dunes: A National Whole-y Cow! Fractions Are Fun...... 41 Van Frankenhuyzen, Robbyn Smith...... 53 Hanley, John...... 31 ...... 31, 34, 37, 43, 44, 45, 46, 49, 50, 53, 65 L is for Lincoln: An Illinois Alphabet...... 65 Mommy Loves You!...... 8 Lakeshore Alphabet...... 25 Why Did the Farmer Cross the Road?...... 9 James, Brooke Herter...... 9 Vander Heyden, Linda...... 42 Harness, Cheryl...... 65 Velasquez, Eric...... 52 L is for Lobster: A Maine Alphabet...... 65 Moose on the Loose...... 38 S is for Smithsonian: America’s Museum Why the Stomach Growls...... 45 James, Helen Foster...... 7, 8, 20, 25, 36, 47, Verstraete, Larry...... 25, 51, 67 Hartung, Susan...... 7, 41 Ventura, Marco...... 33 L is for Lone Star: A Texas Alphabet...... 65 Mr. Goat’s Valentine...... 38, 55 Alphabet...... 25 Wild World of Buck Bray: The Missing Grizzly ...... 54, 65 Hays, Michael...... 28 Last Brother: A Civil War Tale...... 46 Mr. McGinty’s Monarchs...... 42 S is for S’mores: A Camping Alphabet...... 25 Cubs...... 61 Johnston, Tony...... 33 Wade, Mary Dodson...... 45 Herrod, Mike...... 9 Wang, Zong Zhou...... 33 Legend of Leelanau, The...... 43 My Daddy Likes to Say...... 52 S is for Sooner: An Oklahoma Alphabet...... 65 Willow...... 42 Judge, Lita...... 24 Wahi, Ellen...... 14 Holman, Karen Busch...... 65, 66 Ward, Nick...... 54 Legend of Mackinac Island, The...... 43 My Grandma Likes to Say...... 52 S is for Spirit Bear: A British Columbia Willow and the Snow Day Dance...... 42 Wallach, Anya...... 60 Howell, Troy...... 50, 65 Wargin, Ed...... 37 Legend of Michigan, The...... 43 My Momma Likes to Say...... 52 Alphabet...... 67 Willow and the Wedding...... 19 Kane, Kristen...... 65 Walton, Eugene...... 51 Weidner, Teri...... 22, 36, 40 Legend of Minnesota, The...... 44 My Mom’s Wedding...... 38 S is for Story: A Writer’s Alphabet...... 29 Win One for the Gipper: America’s Football Keely, Cheryl...... 6 Wargin, Kathy-jo...... 20, 21, 25, 27, 33, 37, 38, Iskowitz, Joel...... 47 Wesson, Andrea...... 40 Legend of Ohio, The...... 44 My Teacher Dances on the Desk...... 38 S is for Sunflower: A Kansas Alphabet...... 65 Hero...... 52 Keller, Shana...... 52 ....39, 40, 41, 43, 44, 45, 49, 51, 52, 63, 65, 66 Whyte, Mary...... 65 Legend of Old Abe, The...... 44 My Teacher Likes to Say...... 52 S is for Sunshine: A Florida Alphabet...... 65 Winter, Winter, Cold and Snow...... 41 Kenah, Katharine...... 35 Welykochy, Dawn...... 67 Jones, Brenda...... 67 Wong, Nicole...... 35, 45 Legend of Papa Noël, The...... 55 Santa’s Underwear...... 55 Winter’s Gift...... 56 Kiehm, Eve Begley...... 33 Whalen, Linda...... 13 Joyner, Ginny...... 65 Wu, Donald...... 33 Legend of Sea Glass, The...... 44 N is for Natural State: An Arkansas Alphabet..... 65 Saving Samantha...... 53 Wish to be a Christmas Tree, A...... 23, 56 Kimmelman, Leslie...... 51 Whelan, Gloria...... 33, 37, 46, 48, 49, 56 Judge, Lita...... 24, 25 Legend of Sleeping Bear, The...... 44 N is for Nutmeg: A Connecticut Alphabet...... 65 Say Daddy!...... 22, 40 Wright Numbers: A North Carolina Number Kusugak, Michael...... 67 Whitney, Gleaves...... 29 Juhasz, Victor...... 26, 28, 29, 32, 51 Yardley, Joanna...... 50, 65 Legend of the Beaver’s Tail, The...... 3, 44 N is for Our Nation’s Capital: A Washington, DC Scare a Bear...... 40 Book...... 66 Whitney, Louise Doak...... 29, 65 Yee, Tammy...... 47, 65 Legend of the Cape May Diamond, The...... 44 Alphabet...... 65 Scarlet Stockings Spy: A Revolutionary War Lang, Diane...... 60 Wilbur, Helen L...... 21, 23, 24, 26, 28, 29, Keiser, Paige...... 37 Young, Ross B...... 65, 66 Legend of the Jersey Devil, The...... 45 Natural Numbers: An Arkansas Number Book...66 Tale...... 47 Y is for Yellowhammer: An Alabama Alphabet.... 65 Lapham, Steven Sellers...... 51 ...... 33, 35, 46 Kelley, Gerald...... 27, 45 Legend of the Lady’s Slipper, The...... 45 Net Numbers: A South Carolina Number Book..66 Schnitzel: A Cautionary Tale for Lazy Yankee Doodle Numbers: A Connecticut Layne, Deborah Dover...... 27, 28 Wolf, Joan M...... 5, 61 Kelley, Marty...... 32, 55 Zimmer, Kevin...... 35, 38 Legend of the Loon, The...... 45 New Jersey Reader, The...... 63 Louts...... 3, 40, 56 Number Book...... 66 Layne, Steven L...... 27, 28 Wood, Susan...... 17 Knorr, Laura...... 20, 34, 42, 55, 65 Legend of the Old Man of the Mountain, The..... 45 New York Reader, The...... 63 Scout...... 40 Yatandou...... 49 Leiter, Richard...... 36 Kober, Shahar...... 36 Yuki and the One Thousand Carriers...... 49 70 To order call: 1.866.918.3956 www.sleepingbearpress.com 71 Sleeping Bear PressTM 2395 South Huron Parkway, Suite 200 Ann Arbor, MI 48104 www.sleepingbearpress.com
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