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A Bucket of Stars
Par Suri Rosen. 2023
A story of two kids trying to save the world they know and heal the families they have.It’s the summer…
of 2003 and thirteen-year-old astronomer Noah Cooper has just moved to Queensport, a small town with a vast amateur sky full of stars. There he meets Tara Dhillon, a lonely girl and aspiring filmmaker. When the two team up to produce an astronomy movie and enter a film contest, they discover a secret plan to turn their rural hamlet into a huge subdivision.Noah and Tara must use their unique skills to identify the culprits who plan on paving over the historic county — and try to save the infinite beauty of the stars. As if that’s not enough to have at stake, Noah needs to win the prize money to buy a new telescope for his unemployed father — an ex-astronomer who’s almost given up on the stars, as well as life on earth.Touching on themes of activism, environmental anxiety and mental health, A Bucket of Stars will have readers cheering for Noah, a boy whose head is in the stars, and Tara, a girl who lives in a world of digital images — and their special bond that just might mend the world around them.Kunoichi bunny
Par Sara Cassidy. 2022
Production note: This title was created through eBOUND's Literary Image Description project. The author and illustrator wrote or consulted on…
the image descriptions, which are included in the body and narration of the text. "In this amusing wordless picture book, a young toddler uses her stuffed bunny to perform a number of daring acts."Curtis Gets Ready to Dream: A Bedtime Story to Guide Your Child to Sleep
Par Catrina Stiller. 2017
Make bedtime a breeze: &“A great way to help your little one learn some simple relaxation techniques.&” —Dana Obleman, author…
of The Sleep Sense Program Curtis is a young dog who does not like to go to bed. He argues with his mother and fights his bedtime. But then his mother establishes a routine for him that, when followed, earns him rewards. Curtis uses an imaginative method of progressive muscle relaxation to train his mind and body how to prepare for sleep. Through beautiful illustrations, the pretend play of the main character comes to life and encourages children to follow along—and drift off into dreamland.Run, Rikki, Run
Par Margie Fisher. 2018
This beautifully illustrated children&’s book offers a touching story in verse about a young racehorse facing the challenges of growing…
up. In Run, Rikki, Run, a young racehorse named Rikki faces the reality that his days of playing in the pasture are over. He must now enter the world of competitive racing where he will be judged by his performance. But what if he loses? In desperation, Rikki turns to his friends for advice, but their answers only make him more confused. Finally, Rikki discovers a solution to his fear from a very unlikely source. Run, Rikki, Run is a timeless story about the exciting and frightening moments in life when change is inevitable. Everyone must grow up, and part of growing up is overcoming our fears in order to reach our full potential.How Steven the Bear Invented S'mores (Steven the Bear)
Par Scott Hall. 2022
How Steven the Bear Invented S’mores is a read aloud picture book with fun life lessons and colorful illustrations. Steven…
the Bear and his friends are excited to go on their very first camping adventure. After being sure to pack and prepare well, the Bear Bunch heads out to find the perfect campsite. They set up camp and spend their day hiking, bird watching, and finding animals. After a day full of fun, Steven and the Bear Bunch sit down to toast marshmallows. That’s when Steven has a brilliant idea…? Join Steven the Bear and his friends in this first of many adventures!Curious George Boxcar Derby (CGTV)
Par H. A. Rey. 2016
Everyone&’s favorite monkey is at the wheel in this story based on the beloved animated series! In this new…
storybook based on the Emmy Award-winning Curious George PBS TV show, George and his friend Allie work together to build the fastest boxcar a monkey can drive, just in time for the competition! Will their boxcar race past the finish line—or are they on a crash course? Includes fun activities! Now streaming on Peacock.Petlandia
Par Peter Hannan. 2015
A houseful of pets has declared their independence--but now they're fighting like cats and dogs!In Peter Hannan's delightfully absurd, illustrated…
chapter book PETLANDIA, a family of pets has kicked their snoring, sniveling humans to the curb, and declared the house an independent nation. But who will lead the new country of Petlandia? Tricky feline (and dictator-wannabe) Mrs. Wigglesworth is expecting to be waited on like a queen. It's all foot rubs and ice cream sundaes from here on out! But doofy dog Grub and his lovesick sidekick Honeybaked Hamster want equal representation, and they have the masses on their side. It's a dog-eat-dog world, and soon Petlandia has descended into all-out civil war!Max Meow 5: (A Graphic Novel) (Max Meow #5)
Par John Gallagher. 2023
Max Meow—the superhero with cat-itude and his best friend, Mindy (aka Science Kitty!) are back in this action packed, laugh-out-loud…
funny graphic novel series that's "catnip for fans of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man" (Kirkus Reviews).Bad Guys are after Kittyopolis's bees—can Max and Mindy stop them, BEE-fore it's too late?!Buzzzz off bad guys! There's a new villain in Kittyopolis—Dr. ZomBEE! And he has it in for the city's bees! (Boy, does that sting!). Why would anyone want to hurt bees?! And who is Dr. ZomBEE? It's a Kittyopolis mystery!Can Max and Mindy get to the bottom of it or are they about to BEE stung?! Find out what the buzz is about in the fifth laugh out loud funny Max Meow graphic novel!Bonus: Includes how to draw activities!"Max Meow's super heroics will have kids meow-ling with laughter!" —John Patrick Green, creator of the InvestiGatorsClimbing Mount Aquarius (The Not-So-Tiny Tales of Simon Seahorse #9)
Par Cora Reef. 2023
Simon&’s storytelling takes him all the way to the top of a mountain in this ninth book in The Not-So-Tiny…
Tales of Simon Seahorse chapter book series.Simon has always loved a good story, but he&’s never heard one quite like Sir Sheldon&’s Mount Aquarius ascent. After his dad tells him the tale, Simon can&’t wait to share it with his friends—with some embellishment, of course. But Simon gets so carried away he ends up announcing his own plans to climb the mountain! Simon immediately regrets the bold claim, but his friends are so excited for him, he can&’t back down. Is Simon really about to face Mount Aquarius? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Not-so-Tiny Tales of Simon Seahorse chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.Casi, casi un hogar / Something like home
Par Andrea Beatriz Arango. 2023
De la autora de Iveliz lo explica todo llega esta conmovedora novela escrita en verso, donde un perro extraviado ayuda…
a una niña solitaria encontrar su camino a casa a reencontrarse con su familia. . . pero en el camino, encuentran una familia el uno en el otro. Titi Silvia me deja sola para desempacar, pero tampoco es que traje un montón de cosas. ¿Cómo te preparas para lo improbable?¿Cómo metes tu vida entera en una bolsa? ¿Y cómo se supone que voy a confiar en los servicios sociales, confiar en Janet, cuando ella no va a confiar en mí? Laura Rodríguez Colón tiene un plan: Digan lo que digan los adultos, ella volverá a vivir con sus padres. ¿Puedes culparla? Es difícil hacer amigos en una nueva escuela. Y si bien quedarse en la casa de su tía no está mal, simplemente no es lo mismo. Pero todo eso va a cambiar. Porque cuando Laura encuentra un cachorro, parece cosa del destino. Si llega a entrenar al cachorro para que se convierta en un perro de terapia, entonces pueda que se le permita visitar a sus padres. Tal vez el perro los ayude a mejorar y las cosas finalmente vuelvan a ser como deberían ser. Al fin y al cabo, ¿cómo le explicas a los demás que técnicamente eres una niña adoptiva, incluso cuando vives con tu tía? Y sobre todo, . . . ¿Cómo explicas que no estás donde deberías estar y que sólo quieres irte a casa?A Duck Called Brian
Par Al Murphy. 2021
Only a miracle can save Brian's day from total disaster!When Brian wakes up and realizes he's out of his favorite…
breakfast—Duck Nuts and milk—all he wants is to tell his best friend Gregory. But Gregory is nowhere to be found! Brian goes searching for his best friend, and finds many fellow ducks engaged in silly and entertaining activities along the way. Will Brian find Gregory, or will his day be totally fowl?A Duck Called Brian is a hilarious picture book that's sure to have readers of all ages laughing out loud! With clever artwork, witty humor, and a fun search-and-find element, this story is a rib-tickling read-together tale.The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking (The Bad Guys)
Par Aaron Blabey. 2023
Now a major motion picture!"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain…
Underpants and Dog ManThey may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds... whether you like it or not in this New York Times bestselling illustrated series.Forget what you know. This book changes everything. Someone’s found her voice and she has A LOT to tell you. Take a deep breath, hermano, it’s the 18th installment of THE BAD GUYS!Julius
Par Angela Johnson. 2023
A humorous and joyful celebration of love and sharing by the award-winning and bestselling duo, Angela Johnson and Dav Pilkey.When…
Maya's grandfather comes to visit from Alaska, he brings a surprise in a crate -- something, he says, to teach her "fun and sharing." Maya hopes it's a horse or a big brother. But instead, it's a huge, pink pig named Julius! Maya's parents see Julius as a slob, but Maya feels differently. She sees a playmate, a protector, and a sharer in all that's magical and wild.This brand-new edition of the classic picture book by award-winning author Angela Johnson and illustrator Dav Pilkey will teach a new generation of readers about friendship, affection, and sharing, with lots of laughs along the way.Dog's Best Friend (Must Love Pets)
Par Saadia Faruqi. 2023
A young middle grade series that combines the heart and friendship of the Baby-sitters Club, with the irresistible appeal of…
adorable animals!All paws on deck!Imaan and her friends London and Olivia are excited to take on their newest pet sitting client: a fluffy rescue dog named Candy. Candy isn't like any of their previous clients. This poor pup is quiet, nervous, and a little sad. The girls decide that what Candy needs is to be cheered up in a major way.But how to turn a dog frown upside down? Imaan isn't sure, but she's willing to try anything! Even getting Candy some baby chick BFFs. If Imaan can win over Candy, then surely her mom will finally see that she's ready for a dog of her very own!Cowboy Grandma
Par Sarah King, Wendy Ault. 2018
Cowboy grandma is the true story of Wendy Ault, who dreamt of being a cowboy and found her passion for…
it at 65. This message of the story is that it is never too late to follow your dreams.Crocs: A Sharks Incorporated Novel (Sharks Incorporated #3)
Par Randy Wayne White. 2022
The trio of brave friends who make up Sharks, Inc.—Luke, Maribel and Sabina—dive into a crocodile-filled adventure in Crocs, the…
third book in bestselling author Randy Wayne White’s Sharks Incorporated series. Marine biologist Doc Ford has a new mission for Sharks Inc.: visit Sanibel Island’s remote Bone Field to find a wild orange tree that's survived a disease destroying Florida’s citrus. There, the members of Sharks Incorporated find oranges unlike any they’ve ever seen, but can’t find the tree Doc needs. Worse, the area is protected by a massive saltwater crocodile.What the team doesn’t expect is to meet a reclusive woman who threatens to call the police if they trespass on her land again. Reluctant to give up, the trio learns she needs help. When she was young, the woman found King Calusa's grave. Now, she believes the ghost of the dead king, who was beheaded by Spanish explorers 500 years ago, is haunting her.To uncover the truth, the kids return to the Bone Field. The thousand-pound crocodile is determined to protect its hatchlings, but crocs turn out to be the least of their worries. The intrepid trio discovers the woman’s wealthy neighbor is selling illegal reptiles—and he knows the secret of the dead king’s missing gold medallion.Bella Loves Bunny (David McPhail's Love Series)
Par David McPhail. 2013
A companion board book to Ben Loves Bear, Bella Loves Bunny shares the sweet story of friendship between a little…
girl and her beloved stuffed bunny rabbit, from morning till night. Bella and Bunny do everything together. In the morning, they play piano and dance (and hop!). In the afternoon, Bella has lunch and Bunny has carrot cake. At night, they pick out Bella’s favorite pajamas and snuggle close until they fall asleep. McPhail’s simple text and heartwarming illustrations come together to make an irresistible book that young readers will fall in love with.Curious George at the Aquarium (Curious George Ser.)
Par Margret Rey, H. A. Rey H. A. Rey. 2007
Beluga whales! Sea lions! Sharp-toothed piranhas! Curious George at the Aquarium is a lively story based on H. A. and…
Margret Rey’s popular primate and painted in the original watercolor and charcoal style. The aquarium is the perfect place for a little monkey to get into big trouble. Splash!Bo and the Night Intruder (The Bo Series)
Par Lynn Sheffield Simmons. 2005
&“Lynn Sheffield Simmons hits another home run in storytelling with her latest book Bo and the Night Intruder.&” —Pete Incaviglia Bo&’s…
undisciplined mischief has landed him and his owner, Mrs. Barnett, in the vet&’s office—twice. Now in a splint and a special funnel-shaped collar, Bo is finally learning obedience. He even helps a new restaurant owner, the famous baseball player Pete Incaviglia, discover who has been breaking in and destroying the kitchen at night. This is not the first time Bo&’s accidents and antics have ended up assisting police. In earlier Bo books, such as Bo, the Famous Retriever and Bo and the Missing Dogs, this bright and reliable labrador retriever manages to find clues in the most unlikely ways. In this adventure, Bo uncovers local importation of illegal aliens and saves a restaurant—and its valuable sports memorabilia—from destruction.The Silver Horse Switch (Horse Crazy #1)
Par Alison Lester. 2009
&“Harvey&’s ink and watercolor pictures cheerily depict life in the bush and capture the personalities of the heroines and their…
equine friends.&” —Publishers Weekly Bonnie and Sam are best friends who love horses. They befriend the ponies and horses in their Australian town except for one, Drover, who used to be wild. All she dreams about is getting back to the mountains to be free. One evening, when a wild, mountain horse who could be Drover&’s twin comes face to face with the cantankerous, corralled Drover, both horses get their chance at a new life. Illustrated with lively watercolor throughout, this endearing tale is a sure hit. &“Lighthearted easy readers with Harvey&’s appealing watercolor illustrations, these books have instant charm . . . The horses are as vivid and complex as the deftly drawn human characters.&” —Kirkus Reviews