Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

With Lots of Little Holes

I’m (Almost) Always Kind

C. M. Millen

Winner of the 2011 Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award. In a monastery in the mountains of Mourne during the Middle Ages, one young monk struggled to focus on his task: copying the Bible and other scholarly books with plain brown ink made from wood bark in plain brown books in his plain brown robe at his plain brown desk. Brother Theophane was soon transferred from the scribe’s room and assigned to make the ink that the brothers used. With his natural curiosity, Theophane discovered that inks could be made from other plants besides the wood bark. Berries and leaves produced other beautiful colors. And soon, the books the monks made were illuminated with colors and drawings. C.M. Millen’s charming story of a young monk who defied the discipline of the monastery and found his own way to express the beauty of the world will inspire young readers to explore their own world and find their own voices. Andrea Wisnewski’s illustrations, inspired by the illuminated letters that the medieval monks created in books like the Book of Kells, bring to life the colors and beauty that surrounded Brother Theophane amidst the plain world of the monastery.

The Ink Garden of Brother Theophane

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Verna Aardema

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

"In this Caldecott Medal winner, Mosquito tells a story that causes a jungle disaster. "Elegance has become the Dillons' hallmark. . . . Matching the art is Aardema's uniquely onomatopoeic text . . . An impressive showpiece."
-Booklist, starred review.

Winner of Caldecott Medal in 1976 and the Brooklyn Art Books for Children Award in 1977.

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

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William Steig

From the incomparable William Steig, creator of Shrek, comes a story that proves even a fox can be out-foxed by a clever mouse in Doctor De Soto, a Newbery Honor Book.

"Doctor De Soto, the dentist, did very good work." With the aid of his able assistant, Mrs. De Soto, he copes with the toothaches of animals large and small. His expertise is so great that his fortunate patients never feel any pain.

Since he's a mouse, Doctor De Soto refuses to treat "dangerous" animals--that is, animals who have a taste for mice. But one day a fox shows up and begs for relief from the tooth that's killing him. How can the kindhearted De Sotos turn him away? But how can they make sure that the fox doesn't give in to his baser instincts once his tooth is fixed? Those clever De Sotos will find a way.

Doctor De Soto is a 1982 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and Outstanding Book of the Year, a 1983 Boston Globe - Horn Book Awards Honor Book for Picture Books, and a 1983 Newbery Honor Book.

Made into an animated short film in 1984 by American director and animator Michael Sporn.

Doctor de Soto

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Eugene Field

Eugene Field's classic bedtime poem—about three children’s adventures sailing in a wooden shoe—is brought to life with Johanna Westerman's vivid illustrations. “Westerman’s minutely detailed watercolors depict a Dutch landscape. The luminosity of the moonlit sea is captured in muted shades of blue that create a soothing mood for the dramatic verse.”—School Library Journal “Westerman captures the tone of the poem in a fittingly traditional way. . . . a pleasing rendition of an old favorite.” —Booklist “Westerman’s inventive design elements provide a soothing accompaniment for the familiar text, a staple for bedtime reading.”—Publishers Weekly

Wynken, Blynken, and Nod

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Seuss

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

The Grinch tries to stop Christmas from arriving by stealing all the presents and food from the village of Who-ville, but much to his surprise, it comes anyway.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

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Jane Langton

The legendary tale of a saint and his encounter with a ferocious wolf. How the saint tamed the wolf with kindness resonants for families today in this beautifully illustrated picture book.

Saint Francis was born in 1182, the son of a wealthy merchant. After a swashbuckling youth in Assisi, he had a change of faith and decided to live the life that he ascribed to Jesus, one of poverty and abstinence. He gave away everything he owned. His father disowned him. But over the years he drew to himself a substantial following of men and women and died revered and beloved in 1225. Three years later he was canonized as Saint Francis of Assisi by Pope Gregory IX.

This lovely retelling of one of the less known of the Saint Francis lessons centers on the legend of the great wolf of Gubbio, a ferocious canine who terrorized the town and was slowly reducing it to penury and starvation. In nearby Assisi, Brother Francis heard of their plight and came to their rescue. Unbelievingly, the villagers watched from the ramparts as Brother Francis called to the wolf, tamed it with his tenderness, and made it pledge that if the people of Gubbio would care for it, he would do them no harm. He took the pledge and lived in harmony with the citizens of the city until his death.

A wonderful collaboration between a Newbery-winning author, Jane Langton, and Caldecott-winning illustrator, Ilse Plume, with a timeless lesson.

Saint Francis and the Wolf

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Tomie dePaola

Patron Saint of Ireland

An illustrated tribute to the Irish patron saint from the best-selling author of Quiet, Strega Nona, and many others.

This timeless picture book, available in large-format paperback or as the board book Saint Patrick, is a perfect introduction to important Irish legends and an ideal St. Patrick's day gift.

Beloved children's book author-illustrator Tomie dePaola recounts the life of Saint Patrick--from his noble birth in Britain, to his captivity in Ireland, to the visions which led him to return and found the first Christian church in Ireland. 

With his signature bold illustrations and engaging prose, Tomie dePaola recounts a number of legends about the Saint--including the well-known story of how he drove the snakes from Ireland, and his association with the shamrock.

Patrick

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Elena Ferrante

Ann Goldstein

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

Continues the story of Lina and Elena as they push against boundaries in 1970s Italy, where Lina has left her husband and is working in a factory while taking care of her son and Elena has graduated college and published a novel.

Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay

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In this follow-up to My Brilliant Friend, Lila is imprisoned by marriage, while Elena continues her journey of self-discovery, until their friendship, which is at the center of their emotional lives, forces them both to mature into women. Original.

The Story of a New Name

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Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Reading & Language Arts

Five In A Row Volume 1

Ingri D'Aulaire

Perfect condition. Beautiful illustrations. 

Columbus

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Rick Walton

34 Tricky Tales to Untangle

Perfect fun for super sleuths! There's a mystery lurking in all 34 bite-sized stories. Once girls crack the cases, they can open the "Detective's Doors" inside the front and book covers of the book to check their answers
Includes interactive fun with lift-the-flap answers
Great for readers who like mysteries AND for fans of puzzle books

Mini Mysteries (Revised)

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Alice Dalgliesh

In this Newbery Honor book classic, young Sarah learns how to be brave even when the world is strange and new.

In 1707, young Sarah Noble and her father traveled through the wilderness to build a new home for their family. "Keep up your courage, Sarah Noble," her mother had said, but Sarah found that it was not always easy to feel brave inside. The dark woods were full of animals and Indians, too, and Sarah was only eight!

The true story of Sarah's journey is inspiring. And as she cares for her father and befriends her Indian neighbors, she learns that to be afraid and to be brave is the greatest courage of all.

The New York Times Book Review described this book as one "to be long remembered for its beautifully written simplicity and dignity."

The Courage of Sarah Noble

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Ruth Heller

English

A Book about Adjectives

Many Luscious Lollipops

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A Book about Verbs

Perfect for introductory grammar lessons! What is a verb?
 
Explore language and discover how to identify verbs and their many forms from the imperative mood to active vs. passive voice to verb phrases.
 
"Heller's... concept book explicates and celebrates verbs of all kinds, in ebullient verses which themselves sail and soar."
--Publishers Weekly

"Graphic play and world play make this an ingenious lesson that no classroom grammarian should miss."
--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"Children will find it a painless and concise grammar lesson as well as a visual treat... A boon for language arts teachers as well as for all children and adults who love to play with language."
--School Library Journal
 
About the Explore! series:
 
Dedicated to helping children learn a variety of nonfiction subjects, the Explore series uses pitch-perfect rhyming text and brilliantly illustrated images to make learning fun.

Kites Sail High

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Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

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Doctor de Soto

Eugene Field

Wynken, Blynken, and Nod

Seuss

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Jane Langton

Saint Francis and the Wolf

Tomie dePaola

Patrick

Elena Ferrante; Ann Goldstein

Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay

Elena Ferrante; Ann Goldstein

The Story of a New Name

Jane Claire Lambert

Five In A Row Volume 1

Ingri D'Aulaire

Columbus

Rick Walton

Mini Mysteries (Revised)

Alice Dalgliesh

The Courage of Sarah Noble

Ruth Heller

Many Luscious Lollipops

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Kites Sail High

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Anna Milbourne

I’m (Almost) Always Kind

C. M. Millen

The Ink Garden of Brother Theophane

Verna Aardema

Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears

William Steig

Doctor de Soto

Eugene Field

Wynken, Blynken, and Nod

Seuss

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Jane Langton

Saint Francis and the Wolf

Tomie dePaola

Patrick

Elena Ferrante; Ann Goldstein

Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay

Elena Ferrante; Ann Goldstein

The Story of a New Name

Jane Claire Lambert

Five In A Row Volume 1

Ingri D'Aulaire

Columbus

Rick Walton

Mini Mysteries (Revised)

Alice Dalgliesh

The Courage of Sarah Noble

Ruth Heller

Many Luscious Lollipops

Ruth Heller

Kites Sail High

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