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Back Home
Gloria Jean Pinkney, Jerry Pinkney
Paperback (Puffin Books, June 1, 1999)Even though eight-year-old Ernestine lives with her family up North, "back home" is Lumberton, North Carolina, the place where she was born and where her mama grew up. From the moment she steps off the train, Ernestine feels right at home in the lush, green countryside, working on the family farm, and spending time with her aunt, uncle, and cousins. This nostalgic, sweetly humorous visit home--based on Gloria Pinkney's own childhood memories--is perfect for intergenerational sharing.
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The Gingerbread Man
Elena Temporin, Mairi MacKinnon
Paperback (Usborne Books, April 1, 2011)This delightful picture book is based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch him, he's the Gingerbread Man! But although he may be able to out-run everyone, can the Gingerbread Man outwit the cunning fox? This title features vibrant illustrations taken from the popular "First Reading" series.
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Under the Sea
Anna Milbourne, Cathy Shimmen, Nicola Butler
Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 1, 2007)Simple text describes the animals that are found under the surface of the ocean, from the shallow coral reefs to the depths of the sea floor.
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The Big Bug Ball
Dee Lillegard
Hardcover (Putnam Juvenile, May 24, 1999)The night of the Big Bug Ball is ablaze with music, dancing, fun, and excitement, but one small sowbug is too shy to dance, in a vibrant and rollicking picture book.
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Muddypaws on the Farm
Steve Smallman, Simon Mendez
Hardcover (Parragon Books, Jan. 15, 2015)A day at the Farm has never been so fun! Explore with Muddypaws, the funny little puppy who cant help getting into mischief. His best friend Ben is eager to ride the tractor but Muddypaws is more excited about the muddy puddles. Children will be eager to find out if Ben will find Muddypaws before it is time to go home!
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Clementina's Cactus
Ezra Jack Keats
Hardcover (Viking Juvenile, June 1, 1999)Keats departs from his traditional style for his one and only wordless picture book, Clementina's Cactus. Clementina and her father are out for a walk in the desert when Clementina discovers a lone cactus, all shriveled and prickly. But Clementina discovers there is something beautiful hiding inside that thick skin.
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The Reluctant Dragon
Katie Daynes
Paperback (Usborne Publishing Ltd, March 1, 2013)Reluctant Dragon
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I Love You When...
Annie Baker, Barroux
Hardcover (Parragon Books, Dec. 21, 2012)Weepy, sleepy, wriggly, giggly Will Big Bunny always love Little Bunny? A fun and simple rhyme in this new picture book beautifully illustrated by artist Barroux helps you reassure your own Little Bunny that no matter where you are or what youre doing, youll love them whenEVER! A perfect book to share with children aged 2-4.
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You're a Big Brother
David Bedford, Susie Poole
Hardcover (Parragon Books, Nov. 29, 2013)This sweet rhyming story is the perfect way to help any new big brother learn what to expect when a new baby arrives, work through his fears, and reassure him that although things will change, they will only change for the better! Written by best-selling author David Bedford, a perfect book to share.
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The Windy Day
Anna Milbourne, Gillian Doherty, Elena Temporin, Laura Parker
Hardcover (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 1, 2007)Using simple text, describes what wind can do, including making leaves dance across the grass, pushing the sails on boats, and turning the blades of windmills.
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Presenting Tanya, the Ugly Duckling
Patricia Lee Gauch
Hardcover (Philomel, May 24, 1999)After being assigned the lead role in her spring dance recital of The Ugly Duckling, clumsy Tanya wonders if she will be able to live up to the part and truly be able to dance like a swan. 12,500 first printing.
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Katie Meets the Mona Lisa
James Mayhew
Hardcover (Orchard Books, July 16, 1998)None
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