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Books in Super Sturdy Picture Books series

  • Dance with Me: Super Sturdy Picture Book

    Charles R. Smith Jr., Noah Z. Jones

    Hardcover (Candlewick, Sept. 9, 2008)
    Young readers will find their groove with a spirited tale sure to tickle their toes and have them slapping their knees to the beat.Two kids bopping down the street get the whole town moving in a lively tale for emerging readers. Noah Z. Jones's bright, energetic illustrations tell a parallel story, while Charles R. Smith Jr.'s rhythmic, rhyming text is guaranteed to get children shake, shake, shaking.
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  • I Love Mommy: Super Sturdy Picture Books

    Lizi Boyd

    Hardcover (Candlewick, March 8, 2004)
    Sweet simplicity and beguiling artwork make for books any mommy would love — perfect for her special day!What’s not to love? When a small child is with Mommy, she feels cozy and has the best time- drawing, building a fort, twirling to music, or snuggling in for a story. With fresh colors, flat shapes, and delicate patterns, Lizi Boyd illustrates the simple shared moments treasured by parent and child.
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  • I Love Dogs: Super Sturdy Picture Books

    Barney Saltzberg

    Hardcover (Candlewick, May 24, 2005)
    Whether a “dog person” or a “cat person,” every emerging reader will find something to love in this bright, lilting ode to favorite pets.For the canine crowd, I LOVE DOGS runs the gamut: big dogs, little dogs, dogs that do tricks, happy dogs, sleepy dogs, dogs that chase sticks — they're all captured in Barney Saltzberg's bouncy text and beguiling illustrations. Just waiting to be adopted, this adorable read-aloud is sure to enchant the youngest of listeners, in a durable format designed for hands-on affection.
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  • I Love Grandma: Super Sturdy Picture Books

    Lizi Boyd

    Hardcover (Candlewick, March 24, 2009)
    Sweet simplicity and beguiling artwork combine in books any grandma or grandpa will love. A perfect surprise for Mother’s or Father’s Day!What’s not to love? When a small child visits with Grandma, she has the best time eating pretend breakfast in bed, doing headstands in yoga, and exploring the flowers in the garden. And when a little one is with Grandpa, he has lots of adventures: learning to make a grass whistle, burying treasures in the sand, and making up stories together. With fresh colors, delicate patterns, and delightful characters, these Super Sturdy Picture Books by Lizi Boyd capture the simple moments shared and treasured by grandparent and grandchild.
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  • I Love Daddy: Super Sturdy Picture Books

    Lizi Boyd

    Hardcover (Candlewick, March 8, 2004)
    Sweet simplicity and beguiling artwork make for books any daddy would love — perfect for his special day!What’s not to love? When a little one is with Daddy, he has lots of adventures, flying a kite, resting in a hammock, or making a berry pie. With fresh colors, flat shapes, and delicate patterns, Lizi Boyd illustrates the simple shared moments treasured by parent and child.
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  • ABC I Like Me!

    Nancy Carlson

    Paperback (Puffin Books, June 1, 1999)
    Nancy Carlson's cheerful pig is back in this vibrant ABC companion book to the best-selling I Like Me!--and she's brought along a few friends to join her. The letters of the alphabet are illustrated with brightly-colored, action-packed pictures and are accompanied by read-along text. Introduce children to the alphabet and reinforce positive self-esteem with the lovable characters of ABC I Like Me!.
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  • I Love Cats: Super Sturdy Picture Books

    Barney Saltzberg

    Hardcover (Candlewick, June 14, 2005)
    Whether a “dog person” or a “cat person,” every emerging reader will find something to love in this bright, lilting ode to favorite pets.Stripey cats, spotted cats, cats that count drips; climbing cats, scaredy cats, cats that do flips . . .these and a flurry of other feline friends find a place of honor in I LOVE CATS. Just waiting to be adopted, this adorable read-aloud is sure to enchant the youngest of listeners, in a durable format designed for hands-on affection.
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  • Muddypaws Goes to School

    Peter Bently, Simon Mendez

    Hardcover (Parragon Inc, Oct. 1, 2011)
    When Ben accidentally leaves the gate open, his puppy Muddypaws follows him to school and makes some big messes.
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  • On the Seashore

    Anna Milbourne, Erica-Jane Waters

    Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Simple text and pictures describe the life on a seashore.
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  • Apt. 3

    Ezra Jack Keats

    Paperback (Puffin Books, May 24, 1999)
    In his apartment in the city, Sam hears voices, barking dogs, snoring, and all kinds of other noises. One rainy day he also hears the sad sounds of a harmonica, and wonders who's playing. Sam's search leads him to Apt. 3, where he finds not only the source of the music--but a new friend.
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  • Puddles

    Jonathan London

    Paperback (Puffin Books, April 26, 1999)
    Morning is magical after a night of rain and thunder. And best of all are the puddles! Big ones, little ones, long ones, skinny ones. Splash! Splash! Splash! Put on your raincoat and join two puddle-jumpers in this bouncy read-along that's just right for a rainy day or any day.
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  • I Love Grandpa: Super Sturdy Picture Books

    Lizi Boyd

    Hardcover (Candlewick, March 24, 2009)
    Sweet simplicity and beguiling artwork combine in books any grandma or grandpa will love. A perfect surprise for Mother’s or Father’s Day!What’s not to love? When a small child visits with Grandma, she has the best time eating pretend breakfast in bed, doing headstands in yoga, and exploring the flowers in the garden. And when a little one is with Grandpa, he has lots of adventures: learning to make a grass whistle, burying treasures in the sand, and making up stories together. With fresh colors, delicate patterns, and delightful characters, these Super Sturdy Picture Books by Lizi Boyd capture the simple moments shared and treasured by grandparent and grandchild.
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