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See the Ghost: Three Stories about Things You Cannot See

See the Ghost: Three Stories about Things You Cannot See

by Larochelle, David / Candlewick Press (MA)

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Peek Inside How a Rocket Works

Peek Inside How a Rocket Works

by Bryan, Lara / Usborne Books

Peek inside a rocket to see the fuel going in, then help launch it into space. Ingenious flaps show how parts drop away from the rocket as the fuel is used up, and how it clicks into the docking position when it reaches the International Space Station. Curious young children can open flaps to peek right inside the capsule, Mission Control and the ISS to find out how everything works, and then open a parachute to help the astronauts return to…

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Pete the Kitty's Outdoor Art Project

Pete the Kitty's Outdoor Art Project

by Dean, James / HarperCollins

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Pete the Cat Saves Up

Pete the Cat Saves Up

by Dean, James / HarperCollins

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Gigi and Ojiji: What's in a Name?

Gigi and Ojiji: What's in a Name?

by Iwai, Melissa / HarperCollins

Gigi wants to go by something besides her baby name--but her full name, Geraldine, is too long to write and Hanako, her middle name, doesn't feel quite right. Will Gigi find the perfect name?This exciting new I Can Read series is brought to you by author-illustrator Melissa Iwai, whose popular books include Soup Day and Dumplings for Lili.Gigi and Ojiji: What's in a Name? is a Level Three I Can Read book. Level 3 includes many fun subjects kids love to read about on their own. Themes include friendship, adventure, historical fiction, and science. Level 3 books are written for early independent readers. They include some challenging words and more complex themes and stories. The…

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My Weird School Graphic Novel: Dorks in New York!

My Weird School Graphic Novel: Dorks in New York!

by Gutman, Dan / Harperalley

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My Weird School Graphic Novel: Get a Grip! We're on a Trip!

My Weird School Graphic Novel: Get a Grip! We're on a Trip!

by Gutman, Dan / Harperalley

Graphic novel fans, prepare yourselves for a trip you won't soon forget! New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot have brought you a second zany My Weird School graphic novel!A.J. and his friends have the chance to win a trip to Dizzyland--if they can finish 5,000 books first. Dr. Carbles, the evil president of the Board of Education, doesn't think they can do it. But the Ella Mentry School kids are nothing if not determined!Will they achieve their theme park dreams? Or does Dr. Carbles have other plans for the school? Full of visual gags, fun pop culture references, and hilarious full-color illustrations, this is the weirdest graphic novel…

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Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven

Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven

by DiCamillo, Kate / Candlewick Press (MA)

Every favorite character from Kate DiCamillo's New York Times best-selling Mercy Watson books makes an appearance in this extended, riotously funny series crescendo. When Mercy Watson the pig goes missing, all of Deckawoo Drive is in an uproar. The Watsons are inconsolable, and the local police, fire, and animal control departments are no help whatsoever. Bossy neighbor Eugenia Lincoln is not quite as sad as she might be, but thankfully her sister, Baby Lincoln, has the idea to hire a private investigator. Granted, Percival Smidgely, PI, may be more bumbler than gumshoe, but his pigeon, Polly, is there to point the way. Meanwhile, Frank and Stella Endicott and Stella's friend…

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Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought

Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought

by Iwai, Melissa / HarperCollins

A Geisel Honor-winning series! A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best!Join Gigi as she tries natto, a traditional Japanese food, in this exciting and engaging Level Three I Can Read book by acclaimed author and illustrator Melissa Iwai. Intergenerational relationships, Japanese culture, and social and emotional learning are highlighted in this sweet biracial story, perfect for sharing with children 3 to 6. Ohayo! It's breakfast time and Gigi can't wait to make her favorite meal--Peanut Butter Toast. Yummy! But Ojiji doesn't like peanut butter. How can anyone NOT like peanut butter? Ojiji prefers Japanese foods--like natto, made from fermented soybeans. Will Gigi learn to…

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