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Maybe My Baby
Irene O'Book, Paula Hible
Board book (HarperFestival, Jan. 23, 1998)Maybe My BabyFor babies who are fascinated by faces of other babies, here is a love poem from parent to child perfect for sharing.Dancer, astronaut, builder, athlete—what will baby grow up to be? Here is a love poem from parent to child, illustrated in a way that babies love—with funny photos of other babies. Irene O’Book is a poet and artist. This is her first book for children. She lives in Garrison, NY. Dancer, astronaut, builder, athlete—what will baby grow up to be? Here is a love poem from parent to child, illustrated in a way that babies love—with funny photos of other babies. Irene O’Book is a poet and artist. This is her first book for children. She lives in Garrison, NY.
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What in the World?
Eve Merriam, Barbara J. Duke
Hardcover (Harpercollins Childrens Books, Jan. 1, 1998)In a new picture book edition, the author's classic poem becomes a simple guessing game featuring clever fold-out pages that reveal a variety of playful surprises. By the author of The Inner-City Mother Goose.
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Cow Moo Me
Stephen Losordo, Jane Conteh-Morgan
Board book (HarperFestival, Aug. 28, 1998)For babies beginning to respond to rhythm, this silly rhyming verse is a perfect read-aloud.
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You Can't Catch Me
Charlotte Doyle, Rosanne Litzinger
Hardcover (HarperFestival, Feb. 28, 1998)Delighted in by toddlers everywhere, a familiar sport is captured in bold, full-color illustrations that prove that getting caught--especially in a reassuring embrace--is even more fun than getting away.
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My First Songs
Public Domain, Jane Manning
Board book (HarperFestival, Jan. 23, 1998)My First Songs...For toddlers who love to sing and dance, this collection contains ten favorite, easy-to-sing songs.Here’s a toddler’s top-ten collection of easy-to-sing songs. Join in the chorus of such favorites as Take Me Out to the Ball Game, London Bridge Is Falling Down, Old MacDonald Had a Farm, and Ring Around the Rosie. Here’s a toddler’s top-ten collection of easy-to-sing songs. Join in the chorus of such favorites as Take Me Out to the Ball Game, London Bridge Is Falling Down, Old MacDonald Had a Farm, and Ring Around the Rosie.
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Wings Across the Moon
Linda Hargrove, Joung Un Kim
Paperback (HarperFestival, May 8, 2001)A lyrical poem describes a variety of nighttime creatures that fly about in the evening sky, such as owls and fireflies, and the sounds and movements that each one makes.
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Hey, Little Baby!
Nola Buck, R. W Alley
Board book (HarperFestival, Feb. 18, 1999)Hey, Little Baby, look at me! I can read a book. I can count to three.Toddlers love to show off their budding skills, especially to a new baby. Here, the can-do's of a big sister are boldly expressed in confident verse. Young children dealing with the frustration and fun of having a new baby around are sure to relate to this humorous story.
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Wrapping Paper Romp
Patricia Hubbell, Jennifer Plecas
Board book (HarperFestival, Aug. 28, 1998)Baby's got a present. A present in a box.It's time to do the wrapping paperWrapping paper romp.Here is a playful poem exploring the simple fun of opening a present. There's lots of colorful paper and ribbons to tear, rustle, and crumple as this toddler and kitten unwrap a gift. And as every baby knows--the packaging is even more fun than what's inside! Adorable and lively illustrations by Jennifer Plecas capture the simple joy and fun of this common experience.
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Do You Know New?
Jean Marzollo, Mari Takabayashi
Board book (Festival, Jan. 2, 1998)Do you know new?For infants starting to coo and babble, this gentle poem echoes babies' first attempts at language.
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Backyard Bedtime
Susan Hill, Barry Root
Board book (HarperFestival, May 8, 2001)A tender bedtime story for 1-year-olds who crave routine, illustrated by award-winning artist Barry Root.
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Show Me!
Tom Tracy, Darcia Labrosse
Board book (HarperFestival, March 5, 1999)Show me your nose, is that where it grows? I'm gonna nuzzle that nose!Tom Tracy depicts a familiar game that is a favorite with babies and toddlers. Who can resist nuzzling noses tweaking cheeks and tickling tummies? Darcia Labrosse's tender illustrations capture the simple fun of this gentle game with warmth and glee.An Alternate Selection of Childrens Book-of-the-Month Club
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What Is Round?
Maria (Illustrator) Ferrari, Rebecca Kai Dotlich
Hardcover (Harperfestival, March 1, 1999)An entertaining concept book introduces beginning readers to circles through a collection of amusing, easy-to-read poems and full-color photographs of circular objects, such as cookies and balloons.
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