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The Duck Can't Sleepby E. B. WhiteHow surprised I was to see a duck as wide awake as me. Long past bedtime, two creatures sleeplessly wander around and around the reservoir in New York's Central Park. What woes and wonders keep them awake so late?
Based on a poem originally published in The New Yorker by the legendary author E.B. White, and marvelously illustrated by two-time Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet, the book you hold is a love letter to nature in unlikely places, a testament to the power of imagination, and a balm to restless readers everywhere.
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A to Z: An Animal Alphabet: A Seek-And-Find ABC Book with Hidden Animals for Kidsby Magic Cat Publishing and Sara BoccacciniFrom the anteater and the butterfly to the yak and the zebra, discover a whole host of furry, scaly and feathered friends that make up Earth's diverse animal kingdom. The 26 animals featured are: anteater, butterfly, crab, dolphin, elephant, frog, giraffe, hippopotamus, ibis, jellyfish, killer whale, lion, monkey, nightingale, owl, penguin, quokka, rabbit, snake, umbrellabird, vampire bat, wolf, ibex, yak, and zebra. With gorgeous hand lettering and watercolor illustrations on every page, this anthology makes the perfect gift for animal lovers young and old.
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I Will Eat You in the End by David DuffEvery life has a beginning and an end, and if we're lucky, we make a few true friends along the way. And hopefully those friends won't eat us. But you never know. When a dinosaur's misplaced step flattens Frank the worm's friend, Frank takes the loss in stride. He and his buddies will eat the poor guy-- that's what worms do. They eat dead things and return them to the soil. Someday, Frank's descendants will even eat the dinosaur. But before it comes to that, there's plenty of time to get to know each other. Even if neither can ultimately protect the other from the world's slings and arrows, the unlikely friendship makes life worthwhile.
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Young Cat, Old Cat by Jillian TamakiA young girl charts her relationship with her cat from beginning to end--picking her cat up at the shelter; learning his favorite toys, treats, and quirks; celebrating the holidays; cuddling; and growing up together--until the cat starts to move slower and play less. Ultimately, she must say goodbye to her beloved friend and try to move forward, until the day she might be ready to experience the love of a cat once again. Relatable to anyone who has ever experienced the joy of a pet, Young Cat, Old Cat is a love letter to the idiosyncrasies of cats and how having a furry friend changes one's life forever.
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Stella & Marigold: Past and Presents: Book 3 by Annie Barrows and Sofie Blackall New York Times Bestselling Creators
There is the whole world, and in it, there's a city, and in that city, there's a house, and in that house lives a pair of sisters named Stella and Marigold. But the house is very old, so they are not the only children who have ever lived in it. One surprising day, they discover that there was another girl, maybe named Ziamara, who not only lived in their house, but wrote on the wall and left secret presents for Stella and Marigold.
Inspired by this hero from the past, Stella and Marigold make great plans for the future. With lots of adventure, a dynamic relationship, and colorful pictures, this series is perfect for emerging readers. This unlikely duo will have readers LOL-ing.
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New York Times Bestselling Author
Twins Tessa and Theo live in a world ruled by a tyrannical leader, where there are no dangers or rebels... or so they've been told. In this world, citizens live long lives, and while many hate their leader, they are comfortable and safe. So, when Tessa's brother disappears, nobody wants to discuss it. But then Miriam, their 135-year-old neighbor bound for the retirement community, slips Tessa a key--not only to her brother's disappearance, but to the source of all real magic . . . books.
As Tessa and her parents begin their search for Theo, Tessa learns that books not only tell us stories--they open portals and unlock our humanity through our most powerful tool: the imagination.
Once that truth has been revealed, Tessa won't be able to rest until she has retrieved her twin and society itself has been transformed.
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New York Times Bestselling Series
The What Do We Know About? series explores the mysterious, the unknown, and the unexplained.
Was the Giant's Causeway really built by giants? Learn all about the mystery surrounding one of the United Kingdom's greatest natural wonders. The Giant's Causeway is a spectacular geological formation in Northern Ireland that is a popular tourist destination and UNESCO World Heritage Site. According to Irish folklore, in the third century, a giant named Finn McCool was challenged to a duel by another giant in Scotland.
In this legend, Finn accepted the challenge and built a path across the North Channel, anxious to face his foe once and for all. Was this how the Giant's Causeway was created? Or have science and geographic studies explained the hexagonal stone columns as the result of an ancient volcanic eruption? Find out everything we know about this mysterious geological rock formation steeped in myth and folklore. |
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#1 New York Times Bestselling Author
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Mo Willems and debut cookbook author Cher Willems comes a do-together Elephant & Piggie family cookbook with 50 yummy recipes including breakfasts, snacks, soups and stews, mains, and desserts.
The only thing Piggie likes more than making slop is sharing her favorite family recipes with her best friend Elephant Gerald and YOU! So put on your apron, grab your oven mitts, and let's get cooking.
Elephant Gerald and Piggie are joined by Auntie Pearl, Uncle Stew the Smorgasboar, Suzie Sous Chef, Irvine Fine Dine Van Swine, and Uncle Maurice who are excited to make everything from Granola Crunch-ola to Hoagie Dish Delish, Yes-Pleasy Mac-and-Cheesy, and Ooey Gooey Lava Cakes. Perfect for kids and former kids to make and bake together, this super-special best-friending cookbook even includes the recipe for Piggie's Signature Slop Fully illustrated, beautifully photographed, and expertly developed. Mo and Cher Willems bring you the sloppiest, easiest, do-together cookbook for the whole family. |
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New York Times Bestselling Author
Take the plunge into the strangest, spookiest, and most fascinating rivers around the world (if you dare) in this beautifully illustrated companion to Spooky Lakes--the New York Times and Indiebound bestseller from TikTok star and educator Geo Rutherford.
This thrilling nonfiction book follows the winding histories of 25 mysterious rivers around the world. Readers will explore natural phenomena, scientific oddities, historical events, and environmental disasters, as well as the myths and legends tied to these waterways, which are increasingly threatened by climate change.
Rivers are Earth's restless travelers--carving landscapes, shaping history, and holding secrets. Some are forces of destruction, sweeping away everything in their path, while others are lifelines, sustaining civilizations for millennia. And some are both, bringing prosperity and devastation in equal measure.
From deadly whirlpools to lost cities submerged beneath their waves, these rivers challenge everything we think we know about the natural world. There are rivers that catch fire, rivers that boil, and rivers so deep they seem bottomless. Some slither beneath the ground you stand on, while others vanish without a trace. Who knew rivers could be so . . . spooky? |
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Dream Big by Shannon Hale New York Times Bestselling Author
Mega-bestselling graphic novel author Shannon Hale is back with Book 2 in her Dream On series, perfect for fans of Invisible Emmie and Click.
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Starman: The Cosmic Voyage of David Bowie by Matthew CordellDavid Bowie's countless devotees know that he was more than a musician, more than a celebrity; the trail of expression and creativity that he blazed is burning to this day, lighting a path for ages to come. But how to introduce that blaze to kids who weren't even born yet when he passed on? In answer, Caldecott Medalist Matthew Cordell brings readers on the galactic journey of Bowie's life, with stops for each phase of his ever-transforming career. No cut-and-dry biography, Starman is the true story of a spirit driven to seek, to dare, and to continuously transform.
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