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Books in Lola Reads series

  • Lola at the Library

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, June 1, 2006)
    Learn about the library, checking out books, and story time with Lola. Every Tuesday Lola and her mommy go to the library. Lola meets her friends there. They share books and don't have to be quiet all the time. The nice librarian tells stories. There is a big machine that buzzes Lola's books in and out, and she can take any books she wants home with her. Lola and her mommy always stop for a treat on the way home. No wonder Lola loves the library.This gentle story of growing with books encourages little ones to discover the joy of reading as well as getting them ready and excited to visit the library.Sweet, bright illustrations are from a kids-eye point of view. Perfect for a lap read or story time, the first in Lola series, LOLA AT THE LIBRARY is a book young readers will fall in love with.
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  • Lola Goes to School

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, March 26, 2020)
    Spunky Lola embarks on a new adventure--the first day of school!Lola and her family prepare for the first day of school the night before, then get up early, take pictures, and head to class. Lola puts her things in her cubby, chooses her activities, reads, plays, and has a snack. Before she knows it, it's time to sing the good-bye song and rush into Mommy's arms for a warm reunion. A comforting, cheerful read that demystifies the school day for preschoolers and kindergarteners.
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  • Lola Gets a Cat

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, May 15, 2018)
    Lola wants a cat, but Mommy says taking care of a pet is a lot of work. So Lola does her homework. At the library she finds books about cats and pet care and she and Mommy learn as much as they can. She pretends her stuffed kitty is real and practices taking care of it. When the time comes, Lola is allowed to pick out her new friend at an animal shelter. With patience and care, her kitten settles in at home.Lola is a book-loving favorite, and this delightful story is a new treasure in the series."This sweet story of first-time pet ownership is sure to appeal to young animal lovers of all kinds and especially to feline fanciers"—Kirkus Reviews"A solid introduction to pet ownership, probably best shared one-on-one"—School Library Journal
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  • Lola Loves Stories

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, July 1, 2010)
    Bookworms big and small will be charmed by lovable Lola in this delightful sequel to LOLA AT THE LIBRARY that celebrates imagination and the love of reading. Lola loves to go to the library with her daddy. Every night she reads a new story, and the next day, she acts it out. One day she's a fairy princess, the next day she goes on a trip to Lagos! She becomes a tiger, a farmer, a pilot. . . . what will Lola be next? Children and adults will love following along with Lola's adventures. LOLA LOVES STORIES is a wonderful introduction to the power of reading and how it can inspire young minds at the earliest ages.
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  • Lola at the Library

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Hardcover (Charlesbridge, June 1, 2006)
    Lola has a big smile on her face. Why? Because it's Tuesday--and on Tuesdays, Lola and her mommy go to the library. Join Lola in this cozy celebration of books and the people who love them.
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  • Lola Reads to Leo

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, Feb. 1, 2012)
    Join Lola as she learns what it means to be a big sister, in the third installment in the loveable Lola series. We all know how much Lola loves books, so it is no surprise that she can’t wait to share her love of reading with her new baby brother, Leo. Lola gets ready for little Leo’s arrival by reading books about brothers and sisters and picking out the perfect stories that she just knows her little brother will love. When the baby is finally here, Lola takes on the role of big sister—she helps her mommy and daddy around the house and tells Leo stories to cheer him up when he cries. Simple text and bright and charming illustrations celebrate family, reading, and what it means to be a big sister.
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  • Lola Plants a Garden

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Hardcover (Charlesbridge, Aug. 5, 2014)
    How does your garden grow? Book-loving Lola is inspired by a collection of garden poems that she reads with her mommy. She wants to plant her own garden of beautiful flowers, so she and Mommy go to the library to check out books about gardening. They choose their flowers and buy their seeds. They dig and plant. And then they wait. Lola finds it hard to wait for her flowers to grow, but she spends the time creating her own flower book. Soon she has a garden full of sunflowers and invites all of her friends for cakes and punch and a story amongst the flowers.Lola is a beloved character that continues to shine for young readers. Her curiosity and love of books is infectious. Parents and children love sharing Lola's stories.Rosalind Beardshaw's beautiful illustrations highlight Lola's close-knit family and how they use stories and books to interact with their world. Lola's brightly colored and growing garden is the perfect surrounding for this bright little girl.
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  • Lola Goes to School

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Hardcover (Charlesbridge, June 11, 2019)
    Spunky Lola embarks on a new adventure--the first day of school!Lola and her family prepare for the first day of school the night before, then get up early, take pictures, and head to class. Lola puts her things in her cubby, chooses her activities, reads, plays, and has a snack. Before she knows it, it's time to sing the good-bye song and rush into Mommy's arms for a warm reunion. A comforting, cheerful read that demystifies the school day for preschoolers and kindergarteners.
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  • Lola Plants a Garden

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, March 14, 2017)
    How does your garden grow? Book-loving Lola is inspired by a collection of garden poems that she reads with her mommy. She wants to plant her own garden of beautiful flowers, so she and Mommy go to the library to check out books about gardening. They choose their flowers and buy their seeds. They dig and plant. And then they wait. Lola finds it hard to wait for her flowers to grow, but she spends the time creating her own flower book. Soon she has a garden full of sunflowers and invites all of her friends for cakes and punch and a story amongst the flowers.Lola is a beloved character that continues to shine for young readers. Her curiosity and love of books is infectious. Parents and children love sharing Lola's stories.Rosalind Beardshaw's beautiful illustrations highlight Lola's close-knit family and how they use stories and books to interact with their world. Lola's brightly colored and growing garden is the perfect surrounding for this bright little girl.
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  • Lola Gets a Cat

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Hardcover (Charlesbridge, Feb. 14, 2017)
    Lola wants a cat, but Mommy says taking care of a pet is a lot of work. So Lola does her homework. At the library she finds books about cats and pet care and she and Mommy learn as much as they can. She pretends her stuffed kitty is real and practices taking care of it. When the time comes, Lola is allowed to pick out her new friend at an animal shelter. With patience and care, her kitten settles in at home.Lola is a book-loving favorite, and this delightful story is a new treasure in the series."This sweet story of first-time pet ownership is sure to appeal to young animal lovers of all kinds and especially to feline fanciers"—Kirkus Reviews"A solid introduction to pet ownership, probably best shared one-on-one"—School Library Journal
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  • Lola at the Library with Mommy

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Board book (Charlesbridge, Aug. 11, 2020)
    Lola has a big smile on her face. Why? Because it's Tuesday--and on Tuesdays, Lola and her mommy go to the library. Join Lola in this cozy celebration of books and the people who love them.
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  • Lola le lee al pequeno Leo

    Anna McQuinn, Rosalind Beardshaw

    Paperback (Charlesbridge, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Spanish language edition. Lola can’t wait to share her love of reading with her baby brother, Leo. From potty time to nap time, Lola finds just the right book. Life is busy with a baby around, but spunky Lola helps her mom and dad out as she learns to embrace her new role as big sister.
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