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The dirt book : poems about animals that live beneath our feet

Harrison, David L. (David Lee), 1937-,


Includes notes about dirt and the organisms that live in it. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), May2021. Kirkus Review, May2021. School Library Journal, June2021. "A collection of poems about dirt and the many organisms that live there such as grubs, trap door spiders, moles, earthworms, chipmunks, and doodlebugs"-- Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2023

¡Mamá, quiero dormir en tu cama

Ziefert, Harriet,


Translation of: Mommy, I want to sleep in your bed!. A little boy named Pablo wants to sleep in his parents' bed because he can't get to sleep in his own.
Date Published:2014

Celebrating Texas : patriotic symbols and landmarks

James, Trisha,


Includes index. Texas : so much to celebrate -- A very long landmark -- Enchanted Rock -- Landmarks of the revolution -- The symbols of the Texas seal -- The six flags of Texas -- King Ranch -- Meteorites in Texas! -- Longhorn Cavern -- San Antonio River Walk -- Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center -- Reader response projects. Text and photographs describe patriotic symbols and landmarks associated with the state of Texas.
Date Published:2010

Includes index. Texas : so much to celebrate -- A very long landmark -- Enchanted Rock -- Landmarks of the revolution -- The symbols of the Texas seal -- The six flags of Texas -- King Ranch -- Meteorites in Texas! -- Longhorn Cavern -- San Antonio River Walk -- Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center -- Reader response projects. Text and photographs describe patriotic symbols and landmarks associated with the state of Texas.

Date Published:2010

J. J. Watt

Scheff, Matt,


Includes chronology. Includes glossary. Includes index. Division champions -- Early life -- Big decisions -- Going pro -- Building a legacy. "This title introduces readers to J. J. Watt, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of his NFL career. The title also features informative 'fast facts,' a timeline, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.
Date Published:2016

Includes chronology. Includes glossary. Includes index. Division champions -- Early life -- Big decisions -- Going pro -- Building a legacy. "This title introduces readers to J. J. Watt, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of his NFL career. The title also features informative 'fast facts,' a timeline, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.

Date Published:2016

One candle

Bunting, Eve, 1928-,


Every year a family celebrates Hanukkah by retelling the story of how Grandma and her sister managed to mark the day while in a German concentration camp.
Date Published:2002

The frog prince, continued

Scieszka, Jon,


After the frog turns into a prince, he and the Princess do not live happily ever after and the Prince decides to look for a witch to help him remedy the situation.
Date Published:1994

The first cat in space ate pizza. Book one /

Barnett, Mac,


Statement of responsibility from front cover. v. numbering from spine. Booklist, April2022. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), April2022. Horn Book, July2022. Kirkus Review, March2022. Pub Weekly, April2022. School Library Journal starred, May2022. "Something terrible is happening in the skies! Rats are eating the MOON! There's only ONE hero for the job, a bold and fearsome beast bioengineered in a secret lab to be the moon's savior and Earth's last hope! And that hero is--a cat. A cat who will be blasted into space! Accompanied by the imperious Moon Queen and LOZ 4000, a toenail clipping robot, the First Cat in Space journeys across a fantastic lunar landscape in a quest to save the world. Will these unlikely heroes save the moon in time? Can a toenail-clipping robot find its purpose in the vast universe? And will the First Cat in Space ever eat some pizza?"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2022

Statement of responsibility from front cover. v. numbering from spine. Booklist, April2022. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), April2022. Horn Book, July2022. Kirkus Review, March2022. Pub Weekly, April2022. School Library Journal starred, May2022. "Something terrible is happening in the skies! Rats are eating the MOON! There's only ONE hero for the job, a bold and fearsome beast bioengineered in a secret lab to be the moon's savior and Earth's last hope! And that hero is--a cat. A cat who will be blasted into space! Accompanied by the imperious Moon Queen and LOZ 4000, a toenail clipping robot, the First Cat in Space journeys across a fantastic lunar landscape in a quest to save the world. Will these unlikely heroes save the moon in time? Can a toenail-clipping robot find its purpose in the vast universe? And will the First Cat in Space ever eat some pizza?"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2022

México : a question and answer book

Hodgkins, Fran, 1964-,


Includes glossary. Includes index. This book tells about México's geography, government, economy, sports, holidays, food, and arts.
Date Published:2005

Wonder

Palacio, R. J.


2013 Knopf editon: Exclusive collector's edition. "Includes more than 40 additional pages of bonus material: a letter from the author; a conversation with the author; letters, e-mails, and cards from readers; discussion questions and additional resources; and much more!" 2014 Knopf editon includes "The Julian chapter" / R. J. Palacio. 2017 Knopf edition: 1st movie tie-in ed. 2022 Knopf edition: "illustrated by Tad Carpenter." Booklist starred, February 2012. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), March 2012. Horn Book, November 2012. Kirkus Starred, December 2011. Library Media Connection starred, March 2012. New York Times, April 2012. Publishers Weekly Annex, February 2012. School Library Journal starred, February 2012. Wilson's Children, October 2012. Wilson's Junior High School, October 2012. Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunts and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.
Date Published:2022

2013 Knopf editon: Exclusive collector's edition. "Includes more than 40 additional pages of bonus material: a letter from the author; a conversation with the author; letters, e-mails, and cards from readers; discussion questions and additional resources; and much more!" 2014 Knopf editon includes "The Julian chapter" / R. J. Palacio. 2017 Knopf edition: 1st movie tie-in ed. 2022 Knopf edition: "illustrated by Tad Carpenter." Booklist starred, February 2012. Bulletin (Center for Children's Books), March 2012. Horn Book, November 2012. Kirkus Starred, December 2011. Library Media Connection starred, March 2012. New York Times, April 2012. Publishers Weekly Annex, February 2012. School Library Journal starred, February 2012. Wilson's Children, October 2012. Wilson's Junior High School, October 2012. Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunts and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.

Date Published:2022

Shoo, Fly Guy

Arnold, Tedd,


A pet fly searches for his favorite brown, oozy, lumpy, smelly food.
Date Published:2006

Shermy & Shake, the not-so-nice neighbor

Larson, Kirby,


Shermy finds his plans for a quiet, relaxing summer upended by the arrival of Shake, who moves in next door, and as they are forced to spend more and more time together, these polar opposites must learn how to get along.
Date Published:2023

Moonlight : the Halloween cat

Rylant, Cynthia,


Moonlight the cat loves everything about Halloween, from pumpkins to children to candy.
Date Published:2003

Stellaluna

Cannon, Janell, 1957-,


After she falls headfirst into a bird's nest, a baby bat is raised like a bird until she is reunited with her mother.
Date Published:1993

Martin Bridge : sound the alarm!

Kerrin, Jessica Scott,


Martin Bridge, a big fan of television space cadet Zip Rideout, has a number of experiences, including being locked in a toy store with scary mannequins, that make him realize he is growing up.
Date Published:2007

Autumnblings : poems and paintings

Florian, Douglas,


A collection of poems that portray the essence of the season between summer and winter.
Date Published:2003

Indelible Ann : the larger-than-life story of Governor Ann Richards

Browne, Meghan P., 1985-,


Booklist, June2021. Kirkus Starred, April2021. Publishers Weekly, May2021. School Library Journal, August2021. "A folksy, larger-than-life picture book biography about Ann Richards, the late governor of Texas who has inspired countless women in politics today"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2021

The orange outlaw

Roy, Ron,


While visiting Dink's uncle in New York City, Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose help uncover who is responsible for stealing a very valuable painting.
Date Published:2001

Spiders


Includes glossary. Includes index. This book describes tarantulas and other spiders, including where they live, what they eat, and why they spin silk.
Date Published:2004

Chester's back

Watt, Me lanie,


"Chester" printed in red precedes statement of responsibility on t.p. "NOT a Melanie Watt book" printed in red on cover. Sequel to: Chester. Chester, high off the success of his first book, decides he has no need for his illustrator, until she calls an open audition for a new, less self-absorbed feline to take Chester's place in the book.
Date Published:2008

How to survive in the wilderness

O'Shei, Tim,


Includes index and glossary. Dangers of the wild -- When the wilderness turns wild -- Building shelter -- Making fire -- Finding water -- Finding food -- Crossing water -- Making a toilet -- Sending rescue signals -- Navigation -- Washing clothes -- Escaping a bear -- Escaping a cougar -- Treating a snake bite. Presents specific survival strategies that can be used in a wilderness.
Date Published:2009