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Balloons over Broadway : the true story of the puppeteer of Macy's Parade

Sweet, Melissa, 1956-,


Who first invented the giant balloons that fill the skies for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Tony Sarg -- puppeteer, illustrator and legendary prankster who once declared, "I never worked a day in my life." Author Melissa Sweet tells the story of this puppeteer, capturing his genius, his dedication, his zest for play, and his long-lasting gift to America -- the inspired helium balloons that became the trademark of Macy's Parade.
Date Published:2011

Who first invented the giant balloons that fill the skies for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Tony Sarg -- puppeteer, illustrator and legendary prankster who once declared, "I never worked a day in my life." Author Melissa Sweet tells the story of this puppeteer, capturing his genius, his dedication, his zest for play, and his long-lasting gift to America -- the inspired helium balloons that became the trademark of Macy's Parade.

Date Published:2011

Itsy bitsy spider

Anderson, Steven C.,


Compact disc. Includes glossary. Presents an illustrated book with words and music to a children's classic rhyme about a spider who climbs up a waterspout. Includes music CD and online music access.
Date Published:2016

The mystery of the monarchs : how kids, teachers, and butterfly fans helped Fred and Norah Urquhart track the great monarch migration

Rosenstock, Barb,


Junior Library Guild. "Young Fred Urquhart was fascinated by insects, especially his favorite, the monarch butterfly. He wondered where monarchs spent the winter. No one knew. After he became an entomologist , Fred and his wife, Norah, tagged hundreds of butterflies, hoping to solve the mystery of the monarchs. But they soon discovered that they needed help. They started a 'butterfly family,' a community of children, teachers, and nature enthusiasts from three countries--Canada, the United States, and Mexico--to answer the question: Where do the monarchs go? Detailed materials in the back of the book include maps of monarch migration, the life cycle of the butterfly, and the cultural relevance of monarch butterflies in Mexico, as well as information on environmental efforts towards monarch conservation"--From the publisher's web site.
Date Published:2022

Junior Library Guild. "Young Fred Urquhart was fascinated by insects, especially his favorite, the monarch butterfly. He wondered where monarchs spent the winter. No one knew. After he became an entomologist , Fred and his wife, Norah, tagged hundreds of butterflies, hoping to solve the mystery of the monarchs. But they soon discovered that they needed help. They started a 'butterfly family,' a community of children, teachers, and nature enthusiasts from three countries--Canada, the United States, and Mexico--to answer the question: Where do the monarchs go? Detailed materials in the back of the book include maps of monarch migration, the life cycle of the butterfly, and the cultural relevance of monarch butterflies in Mexico, as well as information on environmental efforts towards monarch conservation"--From the publisher's web site.

Date Published:2022

The ugly truth

Kinney, Jeff,


Best books for children : preschool through grade 6 : supplement to the 9th edition. Best books for middle school and junior high readers. Horn Book, May 2011. Publishers Weekly Annex, November 2010. Publisher's Weekly, November 15, 2010. Horn book guide, While trying to find a new best friend after feuding with Rowley, middle-school slacker Greg Heffley is warned by older family members that adolescence is a time to act more responsibly and to think seriously about his future.
Date Published:2010

Best books for children : preschool through grade 6 : supplement to the 9th edition. Best books for middle school and junior high readers. Horn Book, May 2011. Publishers Weekly Annex, November 2010. Publisher's Weekly, November 15, 2010. Horn book guide, While trying to find a new best friend after feuding with Rowley, middle-school slacker Greg Heffley is warned by older family members that adolescence is a time to act more responsibly and to think seriously about his future.

Date Published:2010

Harold & Hog pretend for real

Willems, Mo,


"An Harold & Hog book"--Front cover. Booklist, May 2019. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books starre, May 2019. Horn Book, May 2019. Kirkus Starred, March 2019. School Library Journal, May 2019. Can the friendship of best friends Harold and Hog, a carefree elephant and a careful hog, survive a game of pretending to be Mo Willems's Elephant and Piggie?
Date Published:2019

Rowley Jefferson's awesome friendly spooky stories

Kinney, Jeff,


Grab a flashlight, crawl under the covers, and dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley Jefferson's imagination. You'll meet zombies, vampires, ghosts, and much more in these comically terrifying tales.
Date Published:2021

Wrecking ball

Kinney, Jeff,


A home remodeling project for the Heffleys goes horribly wrong and now they have to move.
Date Published:2019

June's wild flight

Brallier, Max,


"A super rad solo episode!"--Front cover. Kirkus Review, April 2020. "While the kids plan their next move, an unexpected threat emerges and June gets separated from her friends, dragged miles away from Wakefield to a town overgrown with monstrous vines and never-before-seen creatures. Drawing on her post-apocalyptic survival and action skills--and with the help of some odd new companions--June attempts to make her way back home. But not before she uncovers critical information about the mysterious "Tower." Information that the future of our world may hinge upon..."--Amazon.com.
Date Published:2020

"A super rad solo episode!"--Front cover. Kirkus Review, April 2020. "While the kids plan their next move, an unexpected threat emerges and June gets separated from her friends, dragged miles away from Wakefield to a town overgrown with monstrous vines and never-before-seen creatures. Drawing on her post-apocalyptic survival and action skills--and with the help of some odd new companions--June attempts to make her way back home. But not before she uncovers critical information about the mysterious "Tower." Information that the future of our world may hinge upon..."--Amazon.com.

Date Published:2020

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

Pancakes, pancakes

Carle, Eric,


Reprint. Originally published: New York : Knopf, 1970. By cutting and grinding the wheat for flour, Jack starts from scratch to help make his breakfast pancake.
Date Published:2013

The year of the fortune cookie : an Anna Wang novel

Cheng, Andrea,


"3"--Spine. Sequel to: Year of the book and Year of the baby. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), July 2014. Horn Book, October 2014. Kirkus Review, April 2014. School Library Journal, June 2014. Eleven-year-old Anna takes a trip to China and learns more about herself and her Chinese heritage.
Date Published:2014

James Marshall's Cinderella

Karlin, Barbara,


In her haste to flee the palace before the fairy godmother's magic loses effect, Cinderella leaves behind a glass slipper.
Date Published:2001

Diary of a wimpy kid : Greg Heffley's journal

Kinney, Jeff,


Best books for children : preschool through grade 6. Best books for middle school and junior high readers. Book Links-starred, January 2008. Booklist, April 01, 2007. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, June 2007. Horn Book, October 2007. Kirkus Review, March 2007. Pub Weekly, March 2007. School library journal, April 2007. Voice of Youth Advocates , April 2007. Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Horn book guide, Greg records his sixth grade experiences in a middle school where he and his best friend, Rowley, undersized weaklings amid boys who need to shave twice daily, hope just to survive, but when Rowley grows more popular, Greg must take drastic measures to save their friendship.
Date Published:2007

Best books for children : preschool through grade 6. Best books for middle school and junior high readers. Book Links-starred, January 2008. Booklist, April 01, 2007. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, June 2007. Horn Book, October 2007. Kirkus Review, March 2007. Pub Weekly, March 2007. School library journal, April 2007. Voice of Youth Advocates , April 2007. Wilson's Children, October 2010. Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010. Horn book guide, Greg records his sixth grade experiences in a middle school where he and his best friend, Rowley, undersized weaklings amid boys who need to shave twice daily, hope just to survive, but when Rowley grows more popular, Greg must take drastic measures to save their friendship.

Date Published:2007

The slippery slope

Snicket, Lemony,


In the perilous Mortmain Mountains, Klaus and Violet Baudelaire meet another well-read person, who helps them try to rescue Sunny from the villainous Count Olaf and his henchmen as they all near "the last safe place."
Date Published:2003

The Baby-sitters club. 04, Claudia and mean Janine.

Martin, Ann M., 1955-,


2016 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." 2023 edition: "with color by Braden Lamb." Horn Book, April 2017. Horn book guide, [Book 4] Claudia and her sister, Janine, may as well be from two different planets. Claudia pays more attention to her artwork and Janine studies nonstop. Will they be able to work together when it matters? In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2023

Hedgehogs

Dunn, Mary R,


Simple text and full-color photos explain the habitat, life cycle, range, and behavior of hedgehogs.
Date Published:2011

I am Rosa Parks

Meltzer, Brad,


Kirkus, May 15,2014. Publisher's Weekly, June 19,2014. An illustrated overview of the life of Rosa Parks, focusing on her influence on civil rights.
Date Published:2014

Selena Gomez

Reusser, Kayleen,


Audition for Barney -- Going to California -- Growing up in Texas -- Family and friends -- Leading the cause. Offers a brief overview of the life and career of actress Selena Gomez, discussing her childhood, family life, film and television roles, and charity work.
Date Published:2010

The last mapmaker

Soontornvat, Christina,


Booklist, February 2022. Horn Book, March 2022. Junior Library Guild. Kirkus Starred, February 2022. Library Media Connection, March 2022. New York Times, April 2022. Pub Weekly, February 2022. School Library Journal starred, May 2022. "In a fantasy adventure every bit as compelling and confident in its world building as her Newbery Honor Book A Wish in the Dark, Christina Soontornvat explores a young woman's struggle to unburden herself of the past and chart her own destiny in a world of secrets. As assistant to Mangkon's most celebrated mapmaker, twelve-year-old Sai plays the part of a well-bred young lady with a glittering future. In reality, her father is a conman--and in a kingdom where the status of one's ancestors dictates their social position, the truth could ruin her. Sai seizes the chance to join an expedition to chart the southern seas, but she isn't the only one aboard with secrets. When Sai learns that the ship might be heading for the fabled Sunderlands--a land of dragons, dangers, and riches beyond imagining--she must weigh the cost of her dreams. Vivid, suspenseful, and thought-provoking, this tale of identity and integrity is as beautiful and intricate as the maps of old"--Provided by the publisher.
Date Published:2022

Booklist, February 2022. Horn Book, March 2022. Junior Library Guild. Kirkus Starred, February 2022. Library Media Connection, March 2022. New York Times, April 2022. Pub Weekly, February 2022. School Library Journal starred, May 2022. "In a fantasy adventure every bit as compelling and confident in its world building as her Newbery Honor Book A Wish in the Dark, Christina Soontornvat explores a young woman's struggle to unburden herself of the past and chart her own destiny in a world of secrets. As assistant to Mangkon's most celebrated mapmaker, twelve-year-old Sai plays the part of a well-bred young lady with a glittering future. In reality, her father is a conman--and in a kingdom where the status of one's ancestors dictates their social position, the truth could ruin her. Sai seizes the chance to join an expedition to chart the southern seas, but she isn't the only one aboard with secrets. When Sai learns that the ship might be heading for the fabled Sunderlands--a land of dragons, dangers, and riches beyond imagining--she must weigh the cost of her dreams. Vivid, suspenseful, and thought-provoking, this tale of identity and integrity is as beautiful and intricate as the maps of old"--Provided by the publisher.

Date Published:2022

Blood ties

Nix, Garth,


Booklist, June 2014. As the Conquerors try to destroy Erdas, Meilin--fed up with waiting and ready to fight--sets off into enemy territory with her spirit animal, a panda named Jhi. Her friends Conor and Abeke aren't far behind ... but they're not the only ones.
Date Published:2014