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  • Where's the Sloth?: A Super Sloth Search Book

    Andy Rowland

    Paperback (Sterling Children's Books, Jan. 22, 2019)
    Where, oh where, have all the sloths gone? Out of the rainforest and into the world! Can you find these adorable creatures on every lively, action-packed page? Ever since Suzi sloth began to wonder about the world beyond her rainforest home, she’s longed for adventure. So she gathered her friends and they’re all going on a globetrotting tour of amazing cities. Pack your passport, come along, and see if you can spot these ten intrepid sloths in each place they visit, from the busy streets of Delhi to the shores of Sydney. It’s loads of fun for every animal lover—and all the answers appear in the back, along with checklists of other things to find.
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  • If a T. Rex Crashes Your Birthday Party

    Jill Esbaum, Dasha Tolstikova

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, Aug. 16, 2016)
    You never know what will happen when a T. Rex crashes your birthday party. Sure, you'll be super excited when he turns up at your door. But then he’ll stomp. He’ll ROAR. He’ll look at you as if he’s wondering how you taste with a little mustard. In the end, though, you just may find yourself asking him to come back next year! This delightfully whimsical picture book has a fun twist kids will love.
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  • Classic Starts®: The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

    Hugh Lofting, Kathleen Olmstead, Lucy Corvino, Arthur Pober Ed.D

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, Feb. 5, 2008)
    Doctor Dolittle is a very special vet—because he knows how to talk to the animals! So when he hears that there’s a terrible sickness hurting all the monkeys in Africa, the good doctor knows he must go and help them. Soon he’s off on an exciting adventure across the seas in this superb retelling of Hugh Lofting’s beloved classic.
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  • A Celebration of the Seasons: Goodnight Songs: Illustrated by Twelve Award-Winning Picture Book Artists

    Margaret Wise Brown

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, Aug. 4, 2015)
    Some fine day, just run awayTo a long unscheduled dayTo where great clouds go sailing byAbove the birds and butterfly. Fluffy clouds, butterflies, furry bunnies, and life from a bug's-eye view: This stunning sequel to the New York Times bestseller Goodnight Songs celebrates the beauty and wonder of nature all year long. Once again, a treasure trove of Margaret Wise Brown's newly uncovered verses receives loving treatment from 12 award-winning artists, including Floyd Cooper, Peter Brown, David Small, Molly Idle, and Bob Staake. From a little bear singing one morning in May to a soft snowfall, mysterious, deep, and glowing, each song is magical. An accompanying CD, with lilting songs beautifully composed and sung by Emily Gary and Tom Proutt, makes this the perfect gift for children.
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  • Do Crocs Kiss?

    Salina Yoon

    Board book (Sterling Children's Books, Sept. 4, 2012)
    Do crocs cry? Do crocs clap? All I know is crocs go . . . SNAP! This novelty board book, with fun text and colorful illustrations, features adorable lions, tigers, and bears, as well as the snappy title reptile and other favorite creatures. Kids will happily lift the flap on each big animal “mouth” to discover what sound it makes. For a grand finale, all the animals appear together peering out from behind two gatefolds, so children can sneak a peek and say all the sounds again!
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  • Grace Hopper: Queen of Computer Code

    Laurie Wallmark, Katy Wu

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, May 16, 2017)
    “If you’ve got a good idea, and you know it’s going to work, go ahead and do it.”The inspiring story of Grace Hopper—the boundary-breaking woman who revolutionized computer science—is told told in an engaging picture book biography. Who was Grace Hopper? A software tester, workplace jester, cherished mentor, ace inventor, avid reader, naval leader—AND rule breaker, chance taker, and troublemaker. Acclaimed picture book author Laurie Wallmark (Ada Byron Lovelace and the Thinking Machine) once again tells the riveting story of a trailblazing woman. Grace Hopper coined the term “computer bug” and taught computers to “speak English.” Throughout her life, Hopper succeeded in doing what no one had ever done before. Delighting in difficult ideas and in defying expectations, the insatiably curious Hopper truly was “Amazing Grace” . . . and a role model for science- and math-minded girls and boys. With a wealth of witty quotes, and richly detailed illustrations, this book brings Hopper's incredible accomplishments to life.
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  • Classic Starts®: Moby-Dick

    Herman Melville, Eric Freeberg, Arthur Pober Ed.D, Kathleen Olmstead

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, Feb. 2, 2010)
    Call me Ishmael. These three famous words begin one of America’s most epic novels, a tale of one obsessed captain, his doomed crew, and an elusive white whale named Moby-Dick. The massive original, however, can be very hard for young readers to navigate. This beautifully abridged and adventure-filled version will thrill children and whet their appetite for the complete work—when they are ready to tackle it.
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  • If You Had Your Birthday Party on the Moon

    Joyce Lapin, Simona Ceccarelli

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, April 23, 2019)
    If you had your birthday party on the moon, what would it be like? Blast off to an extraterrestrial celebration and find out! This cool picture book combines fun and facts to help kids learn all about outer space. Have your birthday party on the moon and everyone will come! After all, who wouldn’t want to ride in a rocket and celebrate for a day that lasts as long as a month on Earth? Then, young partygoers could romp in a low-gravity playground; watch candles and balloons behave weirdly in the Moon’s atmosphere; and see why the “moon angels” they make in the thick carpet of lunar dust will last for thousands of years. With each discovery, kids learn the science behind the surprise, explained in terms they’ll understand. Complete with sidebars and a glossary, this entertaining adventure is perfect for sharing at home and at school.
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  • The Swiss Family Robinson

    Johann David Wyss, Chris Tait, Jamel Akib, Arthur Pober Ed.D

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, Feb. 1, 2007)
    A shipwreck; a deserted island; a single family, wondering if they can survive. Rich in suspense and surprises, The Swiss Family Robinson entices young readers to come along on a wonderful adventure, where each moment brings a new thrill. Featuring amazingly resourceful characters and a wondrous landscape bursting with exotic wildlife and plants, it’s an irresistible tale of ingenuity.
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  • A Campfire Tail

    Sarah Glenn Marsh, Ana GĂłmez

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, May 1, 2018)
    Ever been stuck with a friend who’s totally uncool—and worried that it will rub off on you? Welcome to Camp Wildwood! It’s Dragon’s first day, and his buddy would LIKE to show him a good time. But Dragon doesn’t seem to fit in with the boys and girls. He overturns the boat, ruins the puppet show, and even sets the tent on fire. Then, just as his buddy is about to give up, Dragon comes through in a pinch. This sweet, funny picture book teaches an important lesson about the true meaning of friendship—and in accepting the strengths and weaknesses of others.
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  • Classic Starts®: The Time Machine

    H. G. Wells, Chris Sasaki, Troy Howell, Arthur Pober Ed.D

    Hardcover (Sterling Children's Books, March 4, 2008)
    H. G. Wells’s sobering, thought-provoking novel is one of the greatest works of science fiction ever created—and as powerful today as when it was written. After inventing a machine that moves through time, the Traveler leaves Victorian London and goes far, far into the future. At first, the world he discovers seems peaceful and prosperous. But as he looks below the surface he realizes that things are not exactly as they first appeared.
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  • The Kids' Money Book: Earning, Saving, Spending, Investing, Donating

    Jamie Kyle McGillian

    Paperback (Sterling Children's Books, Sept. 6, 2016)
    It's dollars and sense! If the only thing your children know about money is how to spend it, it's time to teach them a different lesson. This revised and updated edition of Jamie Kyle McGillian’s thorough financial guide for kids now features the latest information and fresh, fun new illustrations. It explains how to create a budget, make big bucks, invest your earnings, and donate to charity. With advice on understanding the difference between needs and wants, getting the most from an allowance, becoming an entrepreneur, and sharing the wealth, The Kids’ Money Guide will make a mogul out of any reader.
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