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New Children's eBooks November 2017
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Merry Christmas, Peanut!
by Terry Border
A heartwarming, pun-filled Christmas story follows the adventures of little Peanut, whose holiday visit to his grandmother's house is challenged by a traffic jam, a gravy-boat voyage across the river and a forest of tree-shaped cookies.
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Alfie
by Thyra Heder
Told from the perspective of both the girl, Nia, and her pet turtle, Alfie, and describes what happens when he disappears on the eve of her seventh birthday to find her a special present.
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Pizza Day
by Melissa Iwai
A father and son spend a hot summer day together gathering vegetables and herbs, making pizza dough and sauce, and playing while their pizza bakes in the oven. Includes a recipe for Garden Pizza.
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Snuggle Time Christmas Stories
by Glenys Nellist
A collection of 13 poems traces the story of Jesus' birth. Illustrated by the award-winning artist of Gruff the Grump.
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If Animals Said I Love You
by Ann Whitford Paul
If animals said “I love you” like we do…how would they say it? Whale would make bubbles shoot from her spout. Boa would give her hatchlings a hug. Gorilla would snuggle his child to sleep. And across the animal kingdom, every creature would show love in a special way. Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker are back with If Animals Said I Love You, a sweet imagining of love in the animal world.
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Peppa's Storybook Collection
by Scholastic
In this storybook treasury, enjoy seven charming tales about everyone's favorite little piggy, Peppa! From Peppa's first sleepover party to the adventures of Princess Peppa and Sir George the Brave Knight, this collection of classic stories is sure to delight any Peppa Pig fan.
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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The Classic Illustrated Storybook
by Kim Smith
When E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was released in theaters thirty-five years ago, its bittersweet story enchanted millions and the film surpassed Star Wars to become the highest-grossing movie of all time. Now the cinematic blockbuster is transformed into an illustrated storybook, with colorful, adorable drawings by Kim Smith. Here is a story you can’t help but love: After E.T. is stranded on Earth, he takes refuge with Elliott, a boy in need of a friend. Together they find a way to help E.T. get back home. Along the way, both child and alien learn important lessons about courage, friendship, and the power of imagination. This is the perfect read-along story for children, their parents, and E.T. fans across the universe.
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You're All Kinds of Wonderful
by Nancy Tillman
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text encourage a child to explore his or her own interests to discover what makes him or her unique and special.
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Small Walt
by Elizabeth Verdick
A tiny snowplow determined to prove his worth battles a blizzard in this supremely charming story in the tradition of Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel and The Little Engine that Could. Small Walt and his driver, Gus, take on a blizzard! All the bigger snowplows doubt that Walt has what it takes to plow the roads in the storm, but Walt is determined to prove them wrong.
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A Night Out with Mama
by Quvenzhané Wallis
The Academy Award-nominated actress presents a story of glitz, glamour and family in the story of a talented little girl who prepares for a special night by dressing up in a beautiful blue gown and matching shoes before riding in the biggest car she has ever seen so that she can, among other things, share ice cream with her mama.
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Paddington at the Barber Shop
by Michael Bond
Paddington is determined to keep his customers happy when he is left in charge of the local barbershop.
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Chicken in Mittens
by Adam Lehrhaupt
With a warm pair of mittens, Zoey the chicken and Sam the pig head to the North Pole on a snowy day, thanks to their imaginations.
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Luna and the Lost Shell
by Cari Meister
The fairy ball is tonight, but someone has taken the magic shell which powers the glow globes, and nobody wants to dance in the dark--Luna, Ruby and May find that chipmunk took it to light his house, and Luna earns her big wings by making him a magic lamp in exchange for returning the shell.
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The Player King
by Avi
Historical Fiction. In 1486 England, a penniless kitchen boy named Lambert Simnel is told by a mysterious friar that he, Lambert, is actually Prince Edward, the true King of England, setting him on a dangerous course to regain the throne.
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Carols and Crushes
by Natalie Blitt
Fiction. Charlie's moment to shine has arrived: She's determined to land a solo in this year's holiday concert. With her best friend, Renee, and smart, cute Eric in chorus with her, this winter promises to be pitch-perfect. Until disaster strikes. The concert is suddenly in danger of being canceled. And Charlie has to partner up with annoying, oh-so-perfect Matthew. If they can't work in harmony, Charlie's favorite time of year will be ruined. Will she be able to save the show from a blizzard of problems -- and figure out who makes her heart sing?
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Touchdown Kid
by Tim Green
Sports Fiction. Leaning on their shared love of football to navigate the challenges of their rough neighborhood, Cory and his best friend, Liam, are saddened when Liam sustains an injury that costs him a football scholarship, a situation that turns complicated when Cory is offered his friend's scholarship and must learn how to fit in with his privileged new classmates.
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Red Moon Rising
by Erin Hunter
Adventure. In the gripping fourth book of the second Survivors series, the Wild Pack is in high spirits after rescuing Alpha and Beta's pups, but Storm believes that danger still walks among them—and that it won't be long before the traitor dog strikes again.
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Fire the Depths
by Peter Lerangis
Adventure. Desperate to save his family in the wake of his mother's dangerous illness and the bank's plans to foreclose on their home, Max finds an unpublished manuscript by his ancestor, Jules Verne, and embarks on a submarine adventure beyond his imagining.
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The Legends of Luke Skywalker
by Ken Liu
SF. As a cargo ship rockets across the galaxy to Canto Bight, the deckhands on board trade stories about legendary Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker. But are the stories of iconic and mysterious Luke Skywalker true, or merely tall tales passed from one corner of the galaxy to another? Is Skywalker really a famous Jedi hero, an elaborate charlatan, or even part droid? The deckhands will have to decide for themselves when they hear The Legends of Luke Skywalker.
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Black Moon Rising
by D. J. Machale
Adventure. When an evil force begins shattering windows, collapsing bleachers and causing other suspicious accidents at a Massachusetts middle school, Marcus and his fellow Library agents begin to suspect that someone is practicing dark witchcraft. By the author of Surrender the Key.
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Better Off Undead
by James Preller
Zombie Fiction. Returning from the dead after a mishap that ended his mortal life, a young zombie outcast notices that the world around him is changing in disturbing ways, from bees going missing to the outbreaks of super-flus, and teams up with new friends to investigate these and other environmental mysteries. By the author of the Jigsaw Jones series.
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Dork Diaries No. 12
by Rachel Renee Russell
Fiction. In Nikki Maxwell’s newest diary, it’s the countdown to the end of the school year, and Nikki’s juggling some big questions about how she’ll spend her summer. She’s also facing an unexpected crush catastrophe—there’s a new kid interested in Nikki, but the last thing she wants to do is accidentally hurt Brandon! It all comes down to a big decision Nikki has to make, and drama like she’s never faced before!
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Rescue Mission
by Jennifer Li Shotz
Fiction. Placed in charge of tracking down an escaped convict, Ben's father and Scout forbid Ben and his retired search-and-rescue dog, Hero, from joining the search before a sinister disappearance compels the boy and canine to save the day.
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Mistress of All Evil: A Tale of the Dark Fairy
by Serena Valentino
Fantasy. An adaptation of Disney's Sleeping Beauty, told from Maleficent's point of view, shares insights into how she became an evil fairy and why she resolved to curse an innocent princess. By the best-selling author of Fairest of All.
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The Audition
by Maddie Ziegler
Fiction. Twelve-year-old Harper loves to dance and is a rising star in Connecticut when her parents move her to Florida and she must prove herself to The Bunheads in order to compete.
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See for Yourself: The Ultimate Guide to Eyes
by Dorothea Deprisco
Science. Why are your eyes the color they are? Can a sea star see you swimming by? How does a rabbit watch two different things at the same time? When were eyeglasses invented? What happens to eyes in space? In See for Yourself! The Ultimate Guide to Eyes, you’ll find out the answers to these questions and so much more. You will discover the amazing types of eyes that exist in the animal world and find out how your eyes and brain communicate to perceive light and colors. With helpful tips and photos, you will learn how to keep your eyes safe and healthy and what happens when you visit an eye doctor.
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Life Hacks for Kids
by Sunny Keller
DIY. Presents unique craft projects that have been seen on the Life hacks for kids YouTube show, including feather earrings, melted crayon art, a headband holder, and indoor s'mores, and includes questions answered by Sunny.
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Programming Games and Animation
by Heather Lyons
Technology. Colorful graphics and simple text work together in this book to encourage readers to create their own computer games. From story to code to animation, readers will discover the creativity and technology that goes into their favorite games.
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