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Books published by publisher Amicus

  • Abby Visits the Big City: The City Mouse and the Country Mouse Remixed

    Connie Colwell Miller

    Library Binding (Amicus, July 1, 2016)
    "In this modern-day re-telling of Aesop's fable 'The City Mouse and the Country Mouse,' Liz turns up her nose at farm cooking while Abby learns she prefers the peace of the farm to the excitement of the city"--
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  • Little Panda

    Julie Abery

    Board book (Amicus Ink, March 12, 2019)
    Little Panda goes on an adventure in the jungle, but mama is always close by her cub. Short rhyming lines in this illustrated board book tell a sweet story of youthful adventure and motherly love.
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  • U.S. Special Forces

    Rachel Grack

    Library Binding (Amicus, Jan. 15, 2019)
    This high-interest book uses action photography and carefully chosen text to help newly proficient readers learn about the ways the different groups of special forces defend the country. Readers will learn about the Green Berets, Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, Air Commandos.
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  • Little Hippo

    Julie Abery, Suzie Mason

    Board book (Amicus Ink, Feb. 25, 2020)
    Little Hippo grazes on African plains, falling behind his herd, when a flock of oxpecker birds won't leave him alone. Mama helps him and all becomes right again. A sweet story of youthful adventure and motherly love, told with short rhyming lines and warm illustrations.
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  • Race Cars

    Wendy Strobel Dieker

    Library Binding (Amicus, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "This search-and-find book invites early readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about race cars and how they keep drivers safe during races"--
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  • Robots from Then to Now

    Rachel Grack

    Library Binding (Amicus, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "Elementary readers will follow the sequence of how robots have changed from early automatons to today's autonomous delivery drones. Full-color photos and a running timeline illustrate important robotic breakthroughs. A glossary, further resources, and an index are included"--
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  • Horses Neigh

    Rebecca Glaser

    Board book (Amicus Ink, Aug. 16, 2016)
    A horse finds other horse friends in this photographic board book.
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  • Team Sports at the Paralympics

    Matt Bowers

    Hardcover (Amicus, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Paralympics are here and there's so much to see! From fast paced team sports to intense individual races, the world's best athletes with disabilities come together to compete in Olympic-style games. High-impact photography will keep readers engaged while learning about athletes who compete for a gold medal.
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  • Do You Really Want a Guinea Pig?

    Bridget Heos, Katya Longhi

    Library Binding (Amicus, Sept. 1, 2015)
    "A mischievous guinea pig (and the narrator) teach a young boy the responsibility--and the joys--of caring for a pet guinea pig. Includes 'Is this pet right for me?' quiz"--
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  • Elephants Spray

    Rebecca Glaser

    Board book (Amicus Ink, March 15, 2016)
    Animals do the things toddlers do - eat, play, swing, roar - and toddlers can see animals do the same things in these new board books. Endearing photos show animals in their natural habitats and repeated words introduce animal behaviors. Be prepared for little ones to jump off your lap while they waddle, jump, spin, and pounce along with these adorable wild animals.
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  • From Cocoa Beans to Chocolate

    Bridget Heos, Stephanie Fizer Coleman

    Paperback (Amicus Ink, Feb. 6, 2018)
    Ice cream might be your favorite dessert, but do you know how it's made? This new series explains just that. Come along on the journey as common household foods travel from farm to factory to table. Learn how grapes are made into jelly and peanuts are made into peanut butter. With clear process explanations and charming illustrations, this series answers the questions of curious and hungry kids. A child wonders where chocolate comes from and learns about cocoa farmers and how cocoa beans are harvested in West Africa and chocolate makers and how cocoa beans are made into chocolate at at factory. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes a map of where cocoa trees are grown, glossary, and further resources.
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  • Wheelchair Sports at the Paralympics

    Matt Bowers

    Hardcover (Amicus, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The Paralympics are here and there's so much to see! From fast paced team sports to intense individual races, the world's best athletes with disabilities come together to compete in Olympic-style games. High-impact photography will keep readers engaged while learning about athletes who compete for a gold medal.
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