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Thoughtful, funny, informative, or just beautiful, here are books for many tastes. To read available reviews, go to the catalog link and scroll down the page. |
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Ms. Rachel: 100 First Words
by Rachel Accurso
This photographic board book with sturdy pages is packed with 100 words for little ones to learn. From mama to dada, these 100 words
are intuitive, easy to learn, and categorized into colorful sections to
aid with learning.
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Beep! Beep! Vehicles on the Go
by Byron Barton
Twelve vehicles - a car, a truck, a plane, a boat, a train, a bus, a bike, and so on - are introduced to very young children in this board book celebration of transportation.
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Brown Bear and Friends: Shapes
by Eric Carle
From The World of Eric Carle comes an exciting new story: a crinkle board book where Brown Bear explores shapes!
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Animal Colors
by Eric Carle
In this rainbow-shaped book with colored edges, young readers will experience animals of certain shades on each spread. Spot the gray koala, the orange tiger, and more in this appealing board book
featuring everyone's favorite caterpillar!
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B Is for Birthday
by Mary Man-Kong
Babies and toddlers will love to join Elmo and his friends as they
plan a special birthday surprise in this colorful photographic board
book with sturdy pages!
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All Gone!
by Nosy Crow Ltd.
Join four toddlers and their families in this charming book of first
phrases focused on getting ready, making and eating food, and
cleaning up after dinner. Filled with simple, repeatable phrases like
"too hot!", "just right!", "more please", and "thank you", little ones will
love participating in the story and in their own family's special meal.
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Eyes, Nose, Belly, Toes
by Krupa Bhojani Playforth
All kids will see themselves in this beautiful book, intentionally
designed to help toddlers learn about the amazing things their
bodies can do.
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Feelings
by Avery Rabedeaux
In this board book, babies and toddlers are introduced to feelings
both big and small.
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My First Sign Language Book
by Scholastic Early Learners
An engaging introduction to baby sign language using interactive
lift-the-flaps!
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Bedtime Is Boring!
by Georgie Birkett
Cosmo's days of falling asleep wherever he found himself are behind him. Now he has way too much to do to even think of going to
sleep - like practicing his karate, finishing his poem about cheese,
and having tea with his good friend Bodingle Pumplenaut. No matter
how cozy his bedtime rituals with Mommy, there are still so many questions to ask the minute she leaves: Do dogs have spare nostrils?
Do ants sleep through thunderstorms? But soon Cosmo finds that he's yawning and closing his eyes...
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Christmas Together with Polar Bear and Friends
by Eric Carle
Christmas is here - tonight's the night! Time to spread joy with a spirit
so bright. Join polar bear and a delightful mix of old and new friends
in a heartwarming adventure filled with festive gatherings, sweet treats, and the beautiful sounds of holiday cheer. From the quiet whisper of snowflakes to the merry jingles of celebration, this enchanting tale
invites everyone to share in the spirit of Christmas.
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Maisy Big, Maisy Small: A Book of Rhyming Opposites
by Lucy Cousins
You've never seen Maisy like this! She's fast, she's slow, she's messy, she's clean. In this kaleidoscopic concept book, the beloved mouse
even changes her look from familiar to new as she demonstrates thick and thin, tall and short, young and old, wiggly and straight. With colors and patterns so vibrant they leap off the page, this fresh approach to concepts makes learning about opposites irresistible, for both loyal
Maisy fans and new friends alike.
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Pete the Cat's Cool New Ride
by James Dean
Pete the Cat just got some new wheels. Beep, beep, beep! And as
he's grooving down the street, he bumps into one friend, two friends, three! When they pile up in the car, Pete can't keep count and wonders
if there is room for everyone.
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The Humble Pie
by Jory John
The Humble Pie likes to give others the spotlight - they deserve it!
But when he's paired with his best friend Jake the Cake for a school project, he soon realizes that staying in the shadows isn't always as sweet as pie. Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new pie
pal discovers that letting your voice be heard always takes the cake!
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Dr. Seuss's Horton Hears a Hanukkah Party!
by Leslie Kimmelman
For seven nights, Horton hears wonderful, joyful sounds in the night
as he discovers Whos spinning dreidels, sizzling latkes, and singing songs as they celebrate Hanukkah.
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Hansel and Gretel
by Stephen King
The haunting tale of two brave children lost in a dark and dangerous forest, reimagined by literary legends Stephen King and Maurice
Sendak.
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Yay!
by Jessica Kulekjian
A joyous picture book celebrating all of life's moments, whether big or small.
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Troubling Tonsils!
by Aaron Reynolds
Jasper Rabbit tells the eerie tale of Charlie Marmot, whose decision
to keep his tonsils after surgery leads to creepy, mysterious events.
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Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend
by Bob Shea
Two turtles, one masquerading as a bear and the other a
self-proclaimed bear expert, become friends after a day of
bear-adjacent activities.
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The Book That Never Ends
by Beck Stanton
An interactive, humorous book that takes readers through the pages
out of order as they try to reach the end.
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The World's Wonders
by Gloria Cruz
Embark on an adventure and discover amazing wonders around the world! In this book, readers can explore the ancient pyramids of Egypt, dive deep into the Great Barrier Reef, climb the tallest of towers, and more. Set out on a journey to see remarkable landmarks across the globe!
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Dinosaur Friends!
by Peter Curtis
Meet Dinosaur Squeak, Dinosaur Honk, and Dinosaur Munch as they frolic in the forest! They hear a mysterious sound in the distance.
Could it be one of the largest of all dinosaurs - the mighty
Tyrannosaurus rex?
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The Witches: The Mouse and the
Mouse-Maker
by Roald Dahl
Grandmamma loves to tell stories about witches, and her grandson always listens carefully to her tales. But he never expects to have them come true right before his eyes! Can he and Grandmamma concoct
the right plan to keep the witches from turning all the children in the
world into mice? Read along and discover the daring adventures of
one brave boy-mouse!
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Foxes
by Clare Koll
Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through
grade three, this book introduces foxes in cities to young readers
through leveled text and related photos.
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The Nervous Narwhal
by Maria Le
Theo really wants to tell Kelp, Scallop, and Cruz why he always
leaves in the middle of every game they play, but he is nervous that
his friends will not understand. With a little courage and support,
Theo is finally able to spend the entire day playing without a worry.
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Pokemon: Sweet Surprise!
by Julia March
Did you know that a Togepi will share good luck when treated kindly?
Or that a dessert decorated by an Alcremie will bring happiness to all who eat it? Learn all about these sweet Pokemon, their surprising
skills, and more.
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Polar Babies
by Maya Myers
Penguins, foxes, and polar bears, oh my! Discover early concepts
with the cutest baby animals at the North and South Poles! Young readers will learn all about life in the Arctic and Antarctic - and what keeps the babies living there safe and warm.
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Iron Man Goes Magnetic
by Charlie Price
Join Iron Man in his lab as he marvels at the mystery of his favorite
suit going magnetic. Discover what makes some metals magnetic
and how they work.
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Stitch Story Collection
by Random House Disney
A collection of five Step 2 leveled readers - all featuring the
adventures of Stitch!
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Welcome to the Overworld
by Dennis Shealy
Based on the bestselling video game of all time, Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Emma Myers are transported inside the world of
Minecraft, where they will have to avoid exploding creepers, battle savage piglins, and learn the arts of building, crafting, and creating to survive.
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When Sally O'Malley Discovered the Sea
by Karen Cushman
In 1989 Oregon, Sally O'Malley is thrown out of her job and embarks
on a journey to the sea, only to discover that true bravery is not about facing danger alone, but about learning to rely on others.
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The Curse of Great Winter Academy
by Jessika Fleck
The Great Winter Academy for the Extraordinarily Talented is made
up of students with paranormal and fantastical abilities. This year,
YOU are one of three students who receive the impossible curse - retrieve a long-lost heirloom stolen by the rival school or die trying. Nobody has successfully broken the curse before, and many have
met grisly ends. Will you try to find a way out of your curse? Or will
you infiltrate the ranks of your rivals?
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Moonleapers
by Margaret Peterson Haddix
A girl learns she's part of a network of time travelers who fight evil
in this suspenseful series starter.
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The Last Resort
by Erin Entrada Kelly
With the help of her skeptical brother and their new ghost-obsessed neighbor, Lila - the girl who's vowed to be less dramatic - must uncover her grandfather's killer AND stop the evil spirits desperate to make their way back into the human world.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper
by Jeff Kinney
You're invited - RSVP for fun! Expect gobs of fun and over-the-top
antics as Greg throws an epic birthday party for none other than
himself. So come celebrate and laugh alongside Greg, his family,
and the entire world of Wimpy Kid fans.
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Sea Otter Sunrise
by Mary Pope Osborne
It's bright and early when the magic tree house spins Jack and Annie
to Monterey Bay, California. It's their mission to collect sea urchins
in the underwater kelp forests! But they know nothing about collecting sea urchins. Can a grouchy boat captain help them? Maybe. But Jack and Annie have another problem when Annie finds a badly injured sea otter.
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Dog Man: Big Jim Begins
by Dav Pilkey
Dog Man, Big Jim, and others join forces to stop the Space Cuties
from destroying the city. Will the past predict the future for Dog Man
and his friends? Will goodness and bravery prevail? Can anything happen if you truly believe?
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The Midwatch Institute for Wayward Girls
by Judith Rossell
Maggie Fishbone is not expecting much when she's sent to the
Midwatch Institute for Orphans, Runaways, and Wayward Girls -
the last resort after causing a ruckus at the orphanage where she
was living. Except, the Institute isn't some dreadful, dreary place like
she thought. Instead, it's full of curious girls training to solve mysteries, fight bad guys, and keep the city safe.
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I Survived the Dust Bowl, 1935
by Lauren Tarshis
The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was the worst environmental disaster in American history - a time when black blizzards of dust swept across
the southern plains. Hundreds of people were killed. Thousands of
farms were buried. Millions of refugees fled starvation and sickness in the plains only to face hatred and prejudice in California. Read this thrilling story of an eleven-year-old boy who risks his life to save his family and friends during the worst dust storm of all, an event that
would become known as Black Sunday.
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Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Animals
by Kat Day
This book introduces the ultimate guide to the wonders of wildlife -
from deadly predators to beautiful butterflies - all as you've never
seen them before. Also, meet the experts who study them, including entomologists to zoologists, in absorbing Q&As that explain what
they do.
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How to Draw Awesome Characters:
In Easy Steps
by DK
Inside, you'll find drawing projects for Iron Man, Captain America,
Black Widow, Hulk, Thor, Ant-Man, Blank Panther, and Captain Marvel. Featured are an introduction to art tools and materials and a series of drawing exercises to allow artists to learn a few basic drawing
techniques. The easy-to-follow instructions in this book will guide
you through the drawing process, each step building upon the last
until the character is complete.
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Enchanted Worlds: Look Inside the Spellbinding Kingdoms
by Laura Gilbert
From Ariel's underwater palace to Cinderella's pumpkin coach,
explore the hidden treasures and mysteries of your favorite Disney Princesses' homes, vehicles, and buildings. This lavish cross-sections book takes young fans beyond what's seen on screen, offering enchanting surprises and masses of detail to spot. Readers can feast their eyes on beautifully illustrated locations, including magical
kingdoms, spellbinding ballrooms, and enchanting libraries.
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Taylor Swift
by Beth Gottlieb
When Taylor Swift released her first album in 2006, no one could
have known the juggernaut she was to become! Today, she headlines stadium tours, is one of the top streaming artists across platforms,
and collaborates with the best in the music business. This book gives readers a look at Taylor's career from its start until today.
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Are There Rainbows in Space? A Colorful Compendium of Seriously Cool Science
by Sheila Kanani
The science of colors is hard at work all the time - from ultraviolet
light to the baby blue tint of the sky. Readers will learn tons of
interesting scientific facts about color and its whys and hows.
Bursting with incredible illustrations and some seriously cool
science, this book is sure to dazzle both nature lovers and
reluctant readers alike.
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Lego Minecraft Games Book
by Julia March
Build in some time for bite-sized family fun with this book, packed
with hours' worth of ideas for LEGO Minecraft games, puzzles, and challenges. Also included are 61 Minecraft-themed LEGO elements to add to your own collection and use alongside the games in the book, making this the ultimate experience for fun-loving LEGO Minecraft enthusiasts.
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Centerville Library
111 W. Spring Valley Rd.
Centerville, OH 45458
(937) 433-8091
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Woodbourne Library
6060 Far Hills Avenue Centerville, OH 45459
(937) 435-3700 |
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