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  • The Berenstain Bears Forget Their Manners

    Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Aug. 17, 1985)
    This classic Berenstain Bears story is a perfect way to teach children about the importance of good manners!Come for a visit in Bear Country with this classic First Time Book® from Stan and Jan Berenstain. Mama has noticed that Papa, Brother, and Sister have not been using their good manners, so now it’s up to her to help get back on track. Includes over 50 bonus stickers!
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  • The Princess in Black and the Science Fair Scare

    Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, LeUyen Pham

    Paperback (Candlewick, May 14, 2019)
    It’s mayhem at the science fair! A squishy goo monster is a challenge for the Princess in Black — but luckily some science-loving princesses are on hand to help.Princess Magnolia is excited. Excited and nervous. She’s going to the Interkingdom Science Fair today to present her poster about seeds and plants, and when she arrives, she sees that her friends are there too! Princess Honeysuckle made a mole habitat, Princess Sneezewort has built a blanket fort, and Tommy Wigtower has a talking volcano that’s saying “EAAAAT!” Wait, what? A surprise goo monster makes this a job for the Princess in Black, and the Princess in Blankets is on the scene to lend a hand. But will two masked heroes be enough to save the science fair? A little scientific problem-solving — and a lot of princess power — will make the sixth entry in the New York Times best-selling series a smash hit.
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  • Thank You, Omu!

    Oge Mora

    Hardcover (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, Oct. 2, 2018)
    In this remarkable author-illustrator debut that's perfect for fans of Last Stop on Market Street and Extra Yarn, a generous woman is rewarded by her community. Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon the pot is empty. Has she been so generous that she has nothing left for herself? Debut author-illustrator Oge Mora brings to life a heartwarming story of sharing and community in colorful cut-paper designs as luscious as Omu's stew, with an extra serving of love. An author's note explains that "Omu" (pronounced AH-moo) means "queen" in the Igbo language of her parents, but growing up, she used it to mean "Grandma." This book was inspired by the strong female role models in Oge Mora's life.
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  • 5-Minute Frozen

    Disney Book Group, Disney Storybook Art Team

    Hardcover (Disney Press, Oct. 4, 2019)
    Join Anna, Elsa, Sven, Kristoff, Olaf, and some all new friends for adventures in Arendelle! With 12 fantastically-frozen stories that can each be read in five minutes, this padded storybook is the perfect fit for bedtime, story time, or anytime!
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  • Get Up, Stand Up:

    Bob Marley, Cedella Marley, John Jay Cabuay

    Hardcover (Chronicle Books, Sept. 10, 2019)
    Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading.The third picture book adaptation of one of Bob Marley's beloved songs that has a timely message for children: To counter injustice, lift others up with kindness and courage.A heartfelt and meaningful book that brings Bob Marley's music to life in a new way: As a young girl goes on with her day in school, she comes across several instances of teasing and intimidation. But with loving action and some help from her friends, she's able to make things right for herself and others.• This cute children's book includes the impactful lyrics of Bob Marley's song 'Get Up, Stand Up' that has inspired millions of listeners around the world with messages of peace, love, and truth• Written by Cedella Marley, Bob Marley's daughter, who has dedicated herself to keeping her father's message and memory alive• With exuberant pictures by John Jay Cabuay accompanying Marley's iconic lyrics, Get Up, Stand Up is a vibrant testament to the power we all have to make a differenceFans of Every Little Thing and One Love will also love the lyrical rhythm and the powerful message of love, peace, and harmony presented in Get Up, Stand Up.• Great family and classroom read-aloud book• Appeals to readers of all ages with the light-hearted tone and cheerful illustrations• Books for kids ages 6–8• Children's books for early elementary students
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  • Mr. Brown Can Moo, Can You : Dr. Seuss's Book of Wonderful Noises

    Dr. Seuss

    Board book (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 26, 1996)
    A sturdy board book edition of Dr. Seuss's beloved classic, simplified for his youngest fans!This abridged, board book adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s beloved Bright and Early Book about sounds is perfect for babies and toddlers! Ideal for encouraging imaginative play, the classic rhymes introduce children to all sorts of sound words!
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  • Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon

    Patty Lovell, David Catrow

    Hardcover (G.P. Putnam's Sons, Aug. 27, 2001)
    Be yourself like Molly Lou Melon no matter what a bully may do.Molly Lou Melon is short and clumsy, has buck teeth, and has a voice that sounds like a bullfrog being squeezed by a boa constrictor. She doesn't mind. Her grandmother has always told her to walk proud, smile big, and sing loud, and she takes that advice to heart.But then Molly Lou has to start in a new school. A horrible bully picks on her on the very first day, but Molly Lou Melon knows just what to do about that.
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  • The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation

    Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, LeUyen Pham

    Paperback (Candlewick, March 21, 2017)
    Even monster-battling princesses get tired sometimes! But a peaceful time away is hard to find as the humorous New York Times best-selling series continues.After battling monsters all night, a sleepy Princess in Black decides that she needs a vacation. After all, the Goat Avenger, a new hero who looks oddly familiar, has offered to protect the goats while she takes a much needed break. The very next day Princess Magnolia rides her bicycle to the seaside, where the air is salty, the sun is shiny, and the sea is as blue as monster fur. But just as Princess Magnolia is about to take a nap on her hammock, she hears a “ROAR!” Seriously? A monster? On the perfect beach? Impossible! Could a sea monster really ruin this vacation for the Princess in Black?
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  • Curious George Classic Collection

    H. A. Rey

    Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 13, 2015)
    Stay Curious at Home with Curious George... and John Krasinski! Here’s some good news! John Krasinski shares storytime with your little one. This complete collection of the seven original Curious George stories, featuring downloadable audio read by John Krasinski, is the perfect bookshelf addition for old and new fans alike. Contains: Curious George, Curious George Takes a Job, Curious George Rides a Bike, Curious George Gets a Medal, Curious George Flies a Kite, Curious George Learns the Alphabet, and Curious George Goes to the Hospital.
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  • Llama Llama Time to Share

    Anna Dewdney

    Hardcover (Viking Books for Young Readers, Sept. 4, 2012)
    Llama has a sharing drama! Build a tower. Make a moat. Nelly's dolly sails a boat. What can Llama Llama add? Maybe sharing's not so bad. Llama Llama has new neighbors! Nelly Gnu and her mama stop by for a play date, but Llama's not so sure it's time to share all his toys. Maybe just his blocks? It could be fun to make a castle with Nelly . . . But wait--Nelly has Llama's little Fuzzy Llama! The fun turns to tears when Fuzzy Llama is ripped in two, "all because of Nelly Gnu!" Mama comes to the rescue and fixes Fuzzy, but she makes it clear: "I'll put Fuzzy on the stairs, until you're sure that you can share." Fun to read aloud and helpful to children and parents alike, Llama Llama Time to Share is for any child who needs a little encouragement in sharing.
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  • Is Your Mama a Llama?

    Deborah Guarino, Steven Kellogg

    Board book (Scholastic, Aug. 1, 1997)
    With humorous rhymes, six lovable animals help Lloyd the llama discover what kind of animal his mama is.
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  • Curious George Goes Camping

    Margret Rey, H. A. Rey

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 25, 1999)
    Curious George Goes Camping is an entertaining story of the Great Outdoors based on H. A. and Margret Rey’s popular primate and painted in the original watercolor and charcoal style. George tries to be helpful, but he of course just ends up upsetting a nearby camper. As he’s hiding in the woods, he meets a forest creature who catapults the mischievous monkey into a chain of even more outrageous events! For more monkey fun, investigate and discover all the latest on Curious George books, promotions, games, activities, and more!
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