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Goat in a boat / : An Acorn Book
by Janee Trasler
A second skill-building trio of stories featuring friends Frog and Dog finds them surprised by their friend Goat's arrival for a day of fun in the sunshine while wearing a raincoat and bringing along a boat, until a heavy rainstorm begins. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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The librarian of Basra : a true story from Iraq
by Jeanette Winter
When war comes, Alia Muhammad Baker, the librarian of Basra, fears the library will be destroyed, so she asks government officials for help, but they refuse, which means Alia must take matters into her own hands to protect the books that she loves.
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Babajoon's treasure
by Farnaz Esnaashari-Charmatz
While spending a week with her grandfather, Miriam observes some things about him, such as talking to parrots, speaking in code and trading crystal treasures, that lead her to believe he may be a pirate. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Mama Shamsi at the bazaar
by Mojdeh Hassani
Samira is excited to go to the bazaar with her grandmother for the first time, but finds the bustling market to be intimidating, until Mama Shamsi helps her find a way to feel safe
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Salma the Syrian chef
by Ahmad Danny Ramadan
When Salma wants to cheer her mother up by cooking a homemade Syrian meal, the staff and other newcomers in her welcome center are happy to lend a hand
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Sitti's Olive Trees
by Ndaa Hassan
"Sitti's Olive Trees is the story of the olive harvesting season in Palestine. Sitti shares the beautiful tales of her ancestors planting and caring for their precious olive trees with Reema, her granddaughter who lives in the west, and the unique culture and hard work that goes into olive picking season. This heart-warming tale is a celebration of culture, family, and storytelling."--Amazon.com
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Joha makes a wish : a Middle Eastern tale
by Eric A Kimmel
Finding a wishing stick while traveling to Baghdad, Joha is surprised when the opposites of his wishes are granted, a situation that escalates out of control when a sultan acquires the stick.
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Everybody says shalom
by Leslie Kimmelman
A spirited picture book tour of Israel profiles such sites as the Old City of Jerusalem, modern Tel Aviv and the Biblical Zoo, combining rhyming text and colorful illustrations while introducing the region's diverse cultures and customs.
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Lailah's lunchbox : a Ramadan story
by Reem Faruqi
Now that she is ten, Lailah is delighted that she can fast during the month of Ramadan like her family and her friends in Abu Dhabi, but finding a way to explain to her teacher and classmates in Atlanta is a challenge until she gets some good advice fromthe librarian, Mrs. Scrabble
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Bugs from head to tail
by Stacey Roderick
An insect-themed addition to the popular series that includes Ocean Animals features an interactive guessing-game format that challenges readers to figure out which depicted body parts belong to different bugs, in an early reference that also discusses insect habitats, diet, behaviors and standout skills.
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Hank's big day : the story of a bug
by Evan Kuhlman
A very busy pill bug embarks on a daily routine of nibbling leaves, climbing sticks, avoiding skateboarders and playing with a human best friend in the backyard before returning home in the evening to his cozy rock. Illustrated by the artist of The Backwards Birthday Party. Simultaneous eBook.
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A good place
by Lucy Cousins
Searching for the perfect place to live, Bee, Ladybug, Beetle and Dragonfly have a hard time finding a place that's not underfoot, near traffic or otherwise unsafe, in this wonderful picture book with a gentle environmental message. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Bob and Otto
by Robert O. Bruel
Otto the worm is shocked to discover that his best friend Bob is actually a caterpillar who emerges one day as a butterfly, but even though they are now very different physically, their friendship overcomes their differences. 50,000 first printing.
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Snail trail
by Ruth Brown
Slimy Snail sets out on a trail. But where exactly does he go? Up a hill, over a bridge, down a slope.
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Yucky worms
by Vivian French
While helping Grandma in the garden, a child learns about the important role of the earthworm in helping plants grow
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Bompa's insect expedition
by David Suzuki
"Let's go on an insect expedition for kids ages 4 to 8! This adventure into the extraordinary world of bugs is inspired by David Suzuki's adventures with his own grandkids. It's time for the twins to go on a nature expedition with Bompa. What marvelous place will they explore this time? Tidepools at the sea? The pond full of frogs' eggs? Maybe deep in the forest? But to their disappointment, they are just exploring outside the door. Yet, as they begin to search for insects, they find world-champion flyers, eaters, and weightlifters. And more tiny surprises at every turn! With their Bompa at their side, they find a way to recognize the amazing feats and important role of all insects. . . even the annoying ones! Featuring gorgeous art by Qin Leng, this picture book is a lush, colorful tour through a world we too often overlook. This exciting and educational tribute to bugs features: - Amazing facts about insects, including backmatter pages - Information on how kids can help bugs thrive - A celebration of grandparents: depicts the fun two children have with their grandfather After reading Bompa's Insect Expedition, kids will come away understanding how essential bugs are to our world."
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A way with wild things
by Larissa Theule
Preferring the company of fascinating insects to people, science-loving Poppy tries to blend into the background at a family member's 100th birthday party, before a dragonfly draws her out by landing on the birthday cake. Illustrations.
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In the tall, tall grass
by Denise Fleming
A backyard tour through the tall, tall grass provides a caterpillar's-eye-view of a sunny afternoon, beginning when the sun rises in the sky and ending as fireflies begin to blink. Reprint.
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Diary of a spider
by Doreen Cronin
A young spider discovers, day by day, that there is a lot to learn about being a spider, including how to spin webs and avoid vacuum cleaners. By the creators of Diary of a Worm. Jr Lib Guild.
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Just a worm
by Marie Boyd
To prove he is not“just a worm,” Worm interviews the garden inhabitants, including Butterfly, Snail, Dragonfly, Ladybug and Spider, to see if he has the important qualities needed to help make the garden grow. 30,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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The icky bug counting book
by Jerry Pallotta
Introduces the characteristics and activities of insects and spiders from one zebra butterfly to twenty-six army ants, one for each letter of the alphabet
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Roberto : the insect architect
by Nina Laden
No one will hire Roberto the architect because he also happens to be a termite, so he sets off to the big, bug city to find success on his own. By the creator of When Pigasso Met Mootisse.
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Big rig bugs
by Kurt Cyrus
An imaginative introduction to the strength and teamwork of the insect world likens bugs to work vehicles that lift, bulldoze and clear away objects much larger than themselves.
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Steve the dung beetle on a roll / : On a Roll
by Susan R. Stoltz
"Join Steve the Dung Beetle on a hilarious and educational journey, as Steve teaches all of his friends why he is constantly rolling poo, how it helps each of them, and why his work is so important for the environment"
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Scholastic BookFlix
Video storybooks that are paired with nonfiction ebooks designed for preschool through 3rd grade. Collection includes book sin English and Spanish. Free for CBCPL patrons! |
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