Just in:
Patron, Susan. The Higher Power of Lucky. Listening Library, 2007.
j CDBK FIC Pat
Read by Cassandra Campbell
Hear it today!
Monday, March 19, 2007
Friday, March 16, 2007
New Picture Books!
Ardizzone, Edward. Little Tim and the Brave Sea Captain. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1936 and 2006.
j E Ard
A classic story in which Tim takes a sea-faring adventure!
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim All Alone. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1957 and 2006.
j E Ard
What will Tim do in a world where his parents have disappeared?
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim and Charlotte. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1951 and 2006.
j E Ard
What is the mystery surrounding Tim and Ginger's new friend?
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim and Lucy Go to Sea. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1958 and 2006.
j E Ard
Tim meets a new friend, Lucy, and they take another watery adventure!
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim in Danger. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1953 and 2006.
j E Ard
What will Charlotte and Tim do when Ginger runs away?!
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim to the Rescue. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1949 and 2006.
j E Ard
Tim meets Ginger for the first time in this story.
Brown, Marc. D.W.'s Guide to Perfect Manners. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
Get etiquette tips from Arthur's little sister!
Carlson, Nancy. Henry's 100 Days of Kindergarten. Viking, 2004.
j E Car
What will happen in Henry's class between the first day of school and the 100th day when they are supposed to have a party?!
Edwards, Pamela Duncan. The Mixed-Up Rooster. Katherine Tegen Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Megan Lloyd
j E Edw
See what happens on the farm when the rooster claims that he is "not a morning bird."
j E Ard
A classic story in which Tim takes a sea-faring adventure!
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim All Alone. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1957 and 2006.
j E Ard
What will Tim do in a world where his parents have disappeared?
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim and Charlotte. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1951 and 2006.
j E Ard
What is the mystery surrounding Tim and Ginger's new friend?
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim and Lucy Go to Sea. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1958 and 2006.
j E Ard
Tim meets a new friend, Lucy, and they take another watery adventure!
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim in Danger. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1953 and 2006.
j E Ard
What will Charlotte and Tim do when Ginger runs away?!
Ardizzone, Edward. Tim to the Rescue. Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 1949 and 2006.
j E Ard
Tim meets Ginger for the first time in this story.
Brown, Marc. D.W.'s Guide to Perfect Manners. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
Get etiquette tips from Arthur's little sister!
Carlson, Nancy. Henry's 100 Days of Kindergarten. Viking, 2004.
j E Car
What will happen in Henry's class between the first day of school and the 100th day when they are supposed to have a party?!
Edwards, Pamela Duncan. The Mixed-Up Rooster. Katherine Tegen Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Megan Lloyd
j E Edw
See what happens on the farm when the rooster claims that he is "not a morning bird."
Sunday, March 11, 2007
New Nonfiction for March!
Grace, N.B. UFO Mysteries. The Child's World, 2007.
j 000.942 Gra
Are you interested in aliens and unidentified flying objects?
Underwood, Deborah. Librarian. Kidhaven Press, 2005.
j 020.92 Und
Want to become a librarian? Find out what we do with this title in the "Exploring Careers" series.
Mason, Paul. Planet Under Pressure: Population. Heinemann Library, 2006.
j 304.6 Mas
See how population growth affects the Earth.
Mason, Paul. Planet Under Pressure: Poverty. Heinemann Library, 2006.
j 362.5 Mas
Find out the causes of poverty and how changes can be made!
Gifford, Clive. Planet Under Pressure: Pollution. Heinemann Library, 2006.
j 363.73 Gif
See how to take steps that counteract how much we have already polluted the Earth.
Marzollo, Jean, ad. Let's Go Pegasus! Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j 398.2 Mar
Can Perseus save his mother, Danae, from an unwanted marriage to an evil king?
Scott, Nathan Kumar. Mangoes and Bananas. Tara Publishing, Ltd., 2006.
Illustrated by T. Balaji
j 398.2 Sco
From Indonesia is this story of a monkey and a mouse deer who are best friends!
Zoehfeld, Kathleen Weidner. Wild Lives. Alfred A. Knopf, 2006.
j 590.774 Zoe
Discover the history of the Bronx Zoo through text and photographs!
Dinaberg, Leslie. Spider Life. The Child's World, 2007.
j 595.44 Din
Creepy and crawly, if you like that sort of thing.
Hickman, Pamela. Turtle Rescue. Firefly Books, 2005.
j 597.92 Hic
And something for you turtle lovers!
Bjorklund, Ruth. Food-Borne Illnesses. Marshall Cavendish, 2006.
j 615.954 Bjo
Find out what these illnesses are and how to avoid them.
Adelman, Beth. The Pony Guide. The Child's World, 2007.
j 636.16 Ade
Have you ever wanted a pony? Find out what it takes to care for them in this title.
Teitelbaum, Michael. Making Comic Books. The Child's World, 2007.
Illustrated by Howard Bender and David Tanguay
j 741.5 Tei
Like to doodle? See if you can turn it into a comic!
Segovia, Patty. Skate Girls. The Child's World, 2007.
j 796.22 Seg
Check out these female skateboarders!
Saunders, Catherine. Play Soccer. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 796.334 Sau
Up your game a notch!
Grace, N.B. Women In Space. The Child's World, 2007.
j 920 Gra
Learn about female astronauts and perhaps you will be inspired to go to space someday!
Woog, Adam. Ray Charles and the Birth of Soul. Lucent Books, 2006.
j 921 Charles, R.
Read about one of our country's most beloved musicians!
Adams, Simon. Elizabeth I: The Outcast Who Became England's Queen. Marshall Editions/National Geographic Society, 2005.
j 921 Elizabeth I
Find out something new about this daughter of Anne Boleyn and King Henry VIII!
j 000.942 Gra
Are you interested in aliens and unidentified flying objects?
Underwood, Deborah. Librarian. Kidhaven Press, 2005.
j 020.92 Und
Want to become a librarian? Find out what we do with this title in the "Exploring Careers" series.
Mason, Paul. Planet Under Pressure: Population. Heinemann Library, 2006.
j 304.6 Mas
See how population growth affects the Earth.
Mason, Paul. Planet Under Pressure: Poverty. Heinemann Library, 2006.
j 362.5 Mas
Find out the causes of poverty and how changes can be made!
Gifford, Clive. Planet Under Pressure: Pollution. Heinemann Library, 2006.
j 363.73 Gif
See how to take steps that counteract how much we have already polluted the Earth.
Marzollo, Jean, ad. Let's Go Pegasus! Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j 398.2 Mar
Can Perseus save his mother, Danae, from an unwanted marriage to an evil king?
Scott, Nathan Kumar. Mangoes and Bananas. Tara Publishing, Ltd., 2006.
Illustrated by T. Balaji
j 398.2 Sco
From Indonesia is this story of a monkey and a mouse deer who are best friends!
Zoehfeld, Kathleen Weidner. Wild Lives. Alfred A. Knopf, 2006.
j 590.774 Zoe
Discover the history of the Bronx Zoo through text and photographs!
Dinaberg, Leslie. Spider Life. The Child's World, 2007.
j 595.44 Din
Creepy and crawly, if you like that sort of thing.
Hickman, Pamela. Turtle Rescue. Firefly Books, 2005.
j 597.92 Hic
And something for you turtle lovers!
Bjorklund, Ruth. Food-Borne Illnesses. Marshall Cavendish, 2006.
j 615.954 Bjo
Find out what these illnesses are and how to avoid them.
Adelman, Beth. The Pony Guide. The Child's World, 2007.
j 636.16 Ade
Have you ever wanted a pony? Find out what it takes to care for them in this title.
Teitelbaum, Michael. Making Comic Books. The Child's World, 2007.
Illustrated by Howard Bender and David Tanguay
j 741.5 Tei
Like to doodle? See if you can turn it into a comic!
Segovia, Patty. Skate Girls. The Child's World, 2007.
j 796.22 Seg
Check out these female skateboarders!
Saunders, Catherine. Play Soccer. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 796.334 Sau
Up your game a notch!
Grace, N.B. Women In Space. The Child's World, 2007.
j 920 Gra
Learn about female astronauts and perhaps you will be inspired to go to space someday!
Woog, Adam. Ray Charles and the Birth of Soul. Lucent Books, 2006.
j 921 Charles, R.
Read about one of our country's most beloved musicians!
Adams, Simon. Elizabeth I: The Outcast Who Became England's Queen. Marshall Editions/National Geographic Society, 2005.
j 921 Elizabeth I
Find out something new about this daughter of Anne Boleyn and King Henry VIII!
Friday, March 09, 2007
New audiobooks!
Abrahams, Peter. Down the Rabbit Hole: An Echo Falls Mystery. HarperAudio, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Abr
Performed by Mandy Siegfried
Barry, Dave and Ridley Pearson. Peter and the Shadow Thieves. Brilliance Audio, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Bar
Read by Jim Dale
Carman, Patrick. The Land of Elyon Book 3: The Tenth City. Brilliance Audio, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Car v.3
Read by Aasne Vigesaa
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Gruesome Invincible Lightning Ghost! Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Fun v.2
Read by John Beach
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Totally Moldy Baroness! Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Fun v.3
Read by John Beach
Hiaasen, Carl. Flush. Listening Library, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Hia
Read by Michael Welch
Lupica, Mike. Heat. Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Lup
Read by Paolo Andino
Matthews, L.S. Fish: A Novel. Listening Library, 2004.
j CDBK FIC Mat
Read by J. Lamia
Riordan, Rick. The Lightning Thief. Listening Library, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Rio
Read by Jesse Bernstein
Riordan, Rick. The Sea of Monsters. Listening Library, 2006
j CDBK FIC Rio
Read by Jesse Berns
Sachar, Louis. Small Steps. Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Sac
Read by Curtis McClarin
Weeks, Sarah. Jumping the Scratch. HarperAudio, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Wee
Performed by Stephen Spinella
Wiles, Deborah. Each Little Bird That Sings. Listening Library, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Wil
Read by Kim Mai Guest
j CDBK FIC Abr
Performed by Mandy Siegfried
Barry, Dave and Ridley Pearson. Peter and the Shadow Thieves. Brilliance Audio, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Bar
Read by Jim Dale
Carman, Patrick. The Land of Elyon Book 3: The Tenth City. Brilliance Audio, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Car v.3
Read by Aasne Vigesaa
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Gruesome Invincible Lightning Ghost! Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Fun v.2
Read by John Beach
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Totally Moldy Baroness! Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Fun v.3
Read by John Beach
Hiaasen, Carl. Flush. Listening Library, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Hia
Read by Michael Welch
Lupica, Mike. Heat. Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Lup
Read by Paolo Andino
Matthews, L.S. Fish: A Novel. Listening Library, 2004.
j CDBK FIC Mat
Read by J. Lamia
Riordan, Rick. The Lightning Thief. Listening Library, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Rio
Read by Jesse Bernstein
Riordan, Rick. The Sea of Monsters. Listening Library, 2006
j CDBK FIC Rio
Read by Jesse Berns
Sachar, Louis. Small Steps. Listening Library, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Sac
Read by Curtis McClarin
Weeks, Sarah. Jumping the Scratch. HarperAudio, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Wee
Performed by Stephen Spinella
Wiles, Deborah. Each Little Bird That Sings. Listening Library, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Wil
Read by Kim Mai Guest
Thursday, March 01, 2007
New Juvenile Books!
JUVENILE NONFICTION
Webster's New Explorer Student Dictionary. Federal Street Press, 2005.
j 423 Web
An all new edition of a dictionary just for you!
Warwick, Ellen. In-jean-uity. Planet Girl/Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bernice Lum
j 746.92 War
Breathe new life into those comfy old jeans with ideas from this title!
JUVENILE FICTION
Blume, Lesley M.M. Cornelia and the Audacious Escapades of the Somerset Sisters. Alfred A. Knopf, 2006.
j FIC Blu
What will Cornelia learn from the old lady who lives next door?
Giff, Patricia Reilly. Water Street. Wendy Lamb Books, 2006.
j FIC Gif
What decisions will Bird and Thomas make about their futures?
Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds. Boys Rock! Delacorte Press, 2005.
j FIC Nay
The boys and girls have to work together on a newspaper! Will they manage to get along?!
Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds. The Girls Take Over. Delacorte Press, 2002.
j FIC Nay
Will the girls come up with the ultimate prank?
Stewart, Paul and Chris Riddel. Corby Flood. David Fickling Book, 2005.
j FIC Ste
Can Corby survive the "Brotherhood of the Clowns" in this "Far-Flung Adventure?"
JUVENILE PICTURE BOOK
Portis, Antoinette. Not a Box. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
j E Por
See what unfolds when imagination and creativity meet a cardboard box!
Webster's New Explorer Student Dictionary. Federal Street Press, 2005.
j 423 Web
An all new edition of a dictionary just for you!
Warwick, Ellen. In-jean-uity. Planet Girl/Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bernice Lum
j 746.92 War
Breathe new life into those comfy old jeans with ideas from this title!
JUVENILE FICTION
Blume, Lesley M.M. Cornelia and the Audacious Escapades of the Somerset Sisters. Alfred A. Knopf, 2006.
j FIC Blu
What will Cornelia learn from the old lady who lives next door?
Giff, Patricia Reilly. Water Street. Wendy Lamb Books, 2006.
j FIC Gif
What decisions will Bird and Thomas make about their futures?
Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds. Boys Rock! Delacorte Press, 2005.
j FIC Nay
The boys and girls have to work together on a newspaper! Will they manage to get along?!
Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds. The Girls Take Over. Delacorte Press, 2002.
j FIC Nay
Will the girls come up with the ultimate prank?
Stewart, Paul and Chris Riddel. Corby Flood. David Fickling Book, 2005.
j FIC Ste
Can Corby survive the "Brotherhood of the Clowns" in this "Far-Flung Adventure?"
JUVENILE PICTURE BOOK
Portis, Antoinette. Not a Box. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
j E Por
See what unfolds when imagination and creativity meet a cardboard box!
Listen to these!
Bryan, Ashley. Ashley Bryan's Beautiful Blackbird and Other Folktales. Audio Bookshelf, 2004.
j CDBK FIC Bry
Listen to six wonderful folktales including "Hen and Frog" and "How Animals Got Their Tails."
Carman, Patrick. Beyond the Valley of Thorns. Brilliance Audio, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Car v.2
This is the second title in "The Land of Elyon" series read by Aasne Vigesaa.
Snicket, Lemony. The End. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Sni v. 13
The final installment of "A Series of Unfortunate Events" read by Tim Curry.
j CDBK FIC Bry
Listen to six wonderful folktales including "Hen and Frog" and "How Animals Got Their Tails."
Carman, Patrick. Beyond the Valley of Thorns. Brilliance Audio, 2005.
j CDBK FIC Car v.2
This is the second title in "The Land of Elyon" series read by Aasne Vigesaa.
Snicket, Lemony. The End. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
j CDBK FIC Sni v. 13
The final installment of "A Series of Unfortunate Events" read by Tim Curry.
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Even more new nonfiction for February!
Spirn, Michelle. Smart Animals: Octopuses. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 594 Spi
How does the mind of an octopus work?
Orme, Helen. Rhinos in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.668 Orm
Discover different kinds of Rhinos and find out how to keep them safe!
Orme, Helen. Elephants in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.67 Orm
You can help the Elephant population from disappearing!
Orme, Helen. Lions in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.7 Orm
Can lions survive the loss of their habitat?
Orme, Helen. Polar Bears in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.786 Orm
Learn what you can do to stop the polar ice cap from further melting and save Polar Bears!
Fetty, Margaret. Smart Animals: Sea Lions. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.7975 Fet
So intelligent that the Navy and other scientists have sea lion assistants!
Orme, Helen. Orangutans in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.883 Orm
Find out what difficulties these mammals face!
Orme, Helen. Rhinos in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.8846 Orm
How can we protect Gorillas?
Schmauss, Judy Kentor. A Truck Can Help. Barron's, 2006.
j 629.224 Sch
What kinds of situations require truck assistance?
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover Space. Kids Can Press, 2005.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 629.4
An introduction to space for younger readers!
Gunter, Veronika Alice and Rain Newcomb. Pet Science. Lark Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Tom LaBaff
j 636.088 Gun
Fun projects for you and you pet to accomplish!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Horses. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Kristine Nason
j 636.1 Gib
Learn about horses, their gear and where they live!
Bidner, Jenni. Is My Dog a Wolf?: How Your Pet Compares to Its Wild Cousin. Lark Books, 2006.
j 636.7 Bid
Discover the differences and similarities between domesticated dogs and wild wolves!
Ruffin, Frances E. Medical Detective Dogs. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 636.73 Ruf
See how dogs can help their human companions!
Hart, Christopher. Xtreme Art: Draw Mini Manga! Watson-Guptill Publications, 2006.
j 741.5 Har
Learn to draw cute little manga characters!
Masiello, Ralph. Ralph Masiello's Ocean Drawing Book. Charlesbridge, 2006.
j 743.6 Mas
From Squid to Sharks you can draw ocean dwellers!
Pratt, Leonie. Fairytale Things to Make and Do. Usborne Publishing, Ltd., 2006.
j 745.5 Pra
Magical crafts!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Ballet. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Shelagh McNicholas
j 792.8 Gib
There are many facets to ballet! See if you can perform an arabesque!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Soccer. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Jan Smith
j 796.334 Gib
Learn how to practice soccer moves, how a game is played and how you can prepare to be a soccer star!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Gymnastics. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Shelagh McNicholas
j 796.44 Gib
Discover the importance of warming up, the different apparatus and what rhythmic gymnasts use in their routines!
Schaefer, A. R. Bristol Motor Speedway. Capstone Press, 2007.
j 796.72 Sch
Learn why this short track is so popular to NASCAR fans!
Thomas, Keltie. How Hockey Works. Maple Tree Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Greg Hall
j 796.962 Tho
Everything you ever wanted to know about hockey can be found in this comprehensive title!
Edgers, Geoff. Who Were the Beatles? Grosset and Dunlap, 2006.
Illustrated by Jeremy Tugeau
j 921 Beatles
Read about this historic British band!
Sloate, Susan. Ray Charles: Find Another Way! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Charles, R.
Learn about this musician's journey to becoming a legend!
Mattern, Joanne. Princess Diana. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 921 Diana
Want to know more about the "people's princess?"
Sandler, Michael. Jean Driscoll: Dream Big, Work Hard! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Driscoll, J.
Get inspired by this wheelchair-bound athlete!
Apte, Sunita. Michael J. Fox: I Can Make a Difference! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Fox, M.
Find out how an actor is helping out in the field of medical research!
Sandler, Michael. Bethany Hamilton: Follow Your Dreams! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Hamilton, B.
Read about this courageous young woman who lost an arm while surfing!
Fetty, Margaret. Helen Keller: Break Down the Walls! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Keller, H.
Learn more about this amazing woman who, though blind and deaf, made an enormous impact on society!
Gigliotti, Jim. Peyton Manning. The Child's World, 2007.
j 921 Manning, P.
He's a Super bowl champion now!
Miller, Connie Colwell. Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Capstone Press, 2007.
Illustrated by Dan Kalal
j 921 Parks, R.
Learn about this brave woman in this graphic novel!
Milton, Joyce. Who Was Ronald Reagan? Grosset and Dunlap, 2005.
Illustrated by Elizabeth Wolf
j 921 Reagan, R.
What role did jelly beans play in this man's presidency?!
Sawyer, Kem Kapp. Eleanor Roosevelt. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 921 Roosevelt, E.
Check out this title about a very proactive first lady!
Kent, Deborah. Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Roosevelt, F.
Read about this president who led the country during World War II.
Edwards, Roberta. Who Was King Tut? Grosset and Dunlap, 2006.
Illustrated by True Kelley
j 921 Tutankhamen
Think your life is difficult? Imagine becoming king at age nine or ten!
Leardi, Jeanette. The Great Pyramid: Egypt's Tomb for All Time. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 932 Lea
How were the pyramids built? And what treasures can be found inside?
Knox, Barbara. Edinburgh Castle: Scotland's Haunted Fortress. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 941.3 Kno
Who is haunting the castle?
Riley, Gail Blasser. Tower of London: England's Ghostly Castle. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 942.1 Ril
Find out about the headless ghosts that still wander the grounds of this castle!
Englar, Mary. The Pilgrims and the First Thanksgiving. Capstone Press, 2007.
Illustrated by Peter McDonnell
j 974.4 Eng
A historic event captured in graphic novel format!
Gunderson, Jessica. The Lewis and Clark Expedition. Capstone Press, 2007.
Illustrated by Steve Erwin, Keith Williams and Charles Barnett III
j 978 Gun
A graphic novel depiction of this famous exploration journey!
j 594 Spi
How does the mind of an octopus work?
Orme, Helen. Rhinos in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.668 Orm
Discover different kinds of Rhinos and find out how to keep them safe!
Orme, Helen. Elephants in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.67 Orm
You can help the Elephant population from disappearing!
Orme, Helen. Lions in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.7 Orm
Can lions survive the loss of their habitat?
Orme, Helen. Polar Bears in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.786 Orm
Learn what you can do to stop the polar ice cap from further melting and save Polar Bears!
Fetty, Margaret. Smart Animals: Sea Lions. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.7975 Fet
So intelligent that the Navy and other scientists have sea lion assistants!
Orme, Helen. Orangutans in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.883 Orm
Find out what difficulties these mammals face!
Orme, Helen. Rhinos in Danger. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 599.8846 Orm
How can we protect Gorillas?
Schmauss, Judy Kentor. A Truck Can Help. Barron's, 2006.
j 629.224 Sch
What kinds of situations require truck assistance?
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover Space. Kids Can Press, 2005.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 629.4
An introduction to space for younger readers!
Gunter, Veronika Alice and Rain Newcomb. Pet Science. Lark Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Tom LaBaff
j 636.088 Gun
Fun projects for you and you pet to accomplish!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Horses. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Kristine Nason
j 636.1 Gib
Learn about horses, their gear and where they live!
Bidner, Jenni. Is My Dog a Wolf?: How Your Pet Compares to Its Wild Cousin. Lark Books, 2006.
j 636.7 Bid
Discover the differences and similarities between domesticated dogs and wild wolves!
Ruffin, Frances E. Medical Detective Dogs. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 636.73 Ruf
See how dogs can help their human companions!
Hart, Christopher. Xtreme Art: Draw Mini Manga! Watson-Guptill Publications, 2006.
j 741.5 Har
Learn to draw cute little manga characters!
Masiello, Ralph. Ralph Masiello's Ocean Drawing Book. Charlesbridge, 2006.
j 743.6 Mas
From Squid to Sharks you can draw ocean dwellers!
Pratt, Leonie. Fairytale Things to Make and Do. Usborne Publishing, Ltd., 2006.
j 745.5 Pra
Magical crafts!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Ballet. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Shelagh McNicholas
j 792.8 Gib
There are many facets to ballet! See if you can perform an arabesque!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Soccer. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Jan Smith
j 796.334 Gib
Learn how to practice soccer moves, how a game is played and how you can prepare to be a soccer star!
Gibbs, Lynne. A Word About Gymnastics. Brighter Child, 2005.
Illustrated by Shelagh McNicholas
j 796.44 Gib
Discover the importance of warming up, the different apparatus and what rhythmic gymnasts use in their routines!
Schaefer, A. R. Bristol Motor Speedway. Capstone Press, 2007.
j 796.72 Sch
Learn why this short track is so popular to NASCAR fans!
Thomas, Keltie. How Hockey Works. Maple Tree Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Greg Hall
j 796.962 Tho
Everything you ever wanted to know about hockey can be found in this comprehensive title!
Edgers, Geoff. Who Were the Beatles? Grosset and Dunlap, 2006.
Illustrated by Jeremy Tugeau
j 921 Beatles
Read about this historic British band!
Sloate, Susan. Ray Charles: Find Another Way! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Charles, R.
Learn about this musician's journey to becoming a legend!
Mattern, Joanne. Princess Diana. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 921 Diana
Want to know more about the "people's princess?"
Sandler, Michael. Jean Driscoll: Dream Big, Work Hard! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Driscoll, J.
Get inspired by this wheelchair-bound athlete!
Apte, Sunita. Michael J. Fox: I Can Make a Difference! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Fox, M.
Find out how an actor is helping out in the field of medical research!
Sandler, Michael. Bethany Hamilton: Follow Your Dreams! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Hamilton, B.
Read about this courageous young woman who lost an arm while surfing!
Fetty, Margaret. Helen Keller: Break Down the Walls! Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Keller, H.
Learn more about this amazing woman who, though blind and deaf, made an enormous impact on society!
Gigliotti, Jim. Peyton Manning. The Child's World, 2007.
j 921 Manning, P.
He's a Super bowl champion now!
Miller, Connie Colwell. Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Capstone Press, 2007.
Illustrated by Dan Kalal
j 921 Parks, R.
Learn about this brave woman in this graphic novel!
Milton, Joyce. Who Was Ronald Reagan? Grosset and Dunlap, 2005.
Illustrated by Elizabeth Wolf
j 921 Reagan, R.
What role did jelly beans play in this man's presidency?!
Sawyer, Kem Kapp. Eleanor Roosevelt. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 921 Roosevelt, E.
Check out this title about a very proactive first lady!
Kent, Deborah. Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 921 Roosevelt, F.
Read about this president who led the country during World War II.
Edwards, Roberta. Who Was King Tut? Grosset and Dunlap, 2006.
Illustrated by True Kelley
j 921 Tutankhamen
Think your life is difficult? Imagine becoming king at age nine or ten!
Leardi, Jeanette. The Great Pyramid: Egypt's Tomb for All Time. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 932 Lea
How were the pyramids built? And what treasures can be found inside?
Knox, Barbara. Edinburgh Castle: Scotland's Haunted Fortress. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 941.3 Kno
Who is haunting the castle?
Riley, Gail Blasser. Tower of London: England's Ghostly Castle. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 942.1 Ril
Find out about the headless ghosts that still wander the grounds of this castle!
Englar, Mary. The Pilgrims and the First Thanksgiving. Capstone Press, 2007.
Illustrated by Peter McDonnell
j 974.4 Eng
A historic event captured in graphic novel format!
Gunderson, Jessica. The Lewis and Clark Expedition. Capstone Press, 2007.
Illustrated by Steve Erwin, Keith Williams and Charles Barnett III
j 978 Gun
A graphic novel depiction of this famous exploration journey!
Thursday, February 08, 2007
New Juvenile Nonfiction for February!
Searcy, John. Signs In Our World. DK Publishing, Inc., 2006.
j 388 Sea
From "Falling Rocks" to "Surfer Crossing" discover the many signs posted in our world!
Repchuk, Caroline. The Race. Chronicle Books, 2001.
Illustrated by Alison Jay
j 398.24 Rep
A couple of new twists on the classic tale of the tortoise and the hare.
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover Space Rocks. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 523.2 Nic
Learn about comets, meteors and asteroids in this title!
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover the Planets. Kids Can Press, 2005.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 523.4 Nic
Check out this book about our solar system, back when Pluto was still a planet!
Tomecek, Steve. Sun. National Geographic Society, 2001.
Illustrated by Carla Golembe
j 523.7 Tom
A pleasant introduction to the sun for younger readers.
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover the Stars. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 523.8 Nic
If you are looking for an introduction to astronomy this book is for you!
Tomecek, Steve. Stars. National Geographic Society, 2003.
Illustrated by Sachiko Yoshikawa
j 523.8 Tom
A colorful introduction to stars for younger readers.
Prager, Ellen. Sand. National Geographic Society, 2000.
Illustrated by Nancy Woodman
j 553.622 Pra
A close-up on different types of sand!
Goldish, Meish. The Fossil Feud: Marsh and Cope's Bone Wars. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 560 Gol
Who will win the feud of the fossil hunters?!
Padma, T.V. The Albertosaurus Mystery: Philip Currie's Hunt in the Badlands. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9 Pad
Can a man and his team find the bones of the carnivorous Albertosaurus?
Searl, Duncan. The Maiasaura Nests: Jack Horner's Dinosaur Eggs. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9 Sea
What will Jack Horner find out about baby dinosaurs?!
Sereno, Paul and Natalie Lunis. Supercroc: Paul Sereno's Dinosaur Eater. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9 Ser
Could a crocodile have eaten a dinosaur?!
Lunis, Natalie. A T. Rex Named Sue: Sue Hendrickson's Huge Discovery. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9129 Lun
Find out how Sue Hendrickson discovered the largest Tyrannosaurus Rex ever!
Goldish, Meish. The Oviraptor Adventure: Mark Norell and the Egg Thief. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.97 Gol
What happens when an unexpected dinosaur is discovered?
Winner, Cherie. Animal Minis! NorthWord, 2006.
j 590 Win
Check out these tiny animals!
Gillis, Jennifer B. Can It Live Here? Barron's, 2006.
j 591.564 Gil
Find out who lives where in the animal kingdom!
j 388 Sea
From "Falling Rocks" to "Surfer Crossing" discover the many signs posted in our world!
Repchuk, Caroline. The Race. Chronicle Books, 2001.
Illustrated by Alison Jay
j 398.24 Rep
A couple of new twists on the classic tale of the tortoise and the hare.
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover Space Rocks. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 523.2 Nic
Learn about comets, meteors and asteroids in this title!
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover the Planets. Kids Can Press, 2005.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 523.4 Nic
Check out this book about our solar system, back when Pluto was still a planet!
Tomecek, Steve. Sun. National Geographic Society, 2001.
Illustrated by Carla Golembe
j 523.7 Tom
A pleasant introduction to the sun for younger readers.
Nicolson, Cynthia Pratt. Discover the Stars. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bill Slavin
j 523.8 Nic
If you are looking for an introduction to astronomy this book is for you!
Tomecek, Steve. Stars. National Geographic Society, 2003.
Illustrated by Sachiko Yoshikawa
j 523.8 Tom
A colorful introduction to stars for younger readers.
Prager, Ellen. Sand. National Geographic Society, 2000.
Illustrated by Nancy Woodman
j 553.622 Pra
A close-up on different types of sand!
Goldish, Meish. The Fossil Feud: Marsh and Cope's Bone Wars. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 560 Gol
Who will win the feud of the fossil hunters?!
Padma, T.V. The Albertosaurus Mystery: Philip Currie's Hunt in the Badlands. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9 Pad
Can a man and his team find the bones of the carnivorous Albertosaurus?
Searl, Duncan. The Maiasaura Nests: Jack Horner's Dinosaur Eggs. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9 Sea
What will Jack Horner find out about baby dinosaurs?!
Sereno, Paul and Natalie Lunis. Supercroc: Paul Sereno's Dinosaur Eater. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9 Ser
Could a crocodile have eaten a dinosaur?!
Lunis, Natalie. A T. Rex Named Sue: Sue Hendrickson's Huge Discovery. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.9129 Lun
Find out how Sue Hendrickson discovered the largest Tyrannosaurus Rex ever!
Goldish, Meish. The Oviraptor Adventure: Mark Norell and the Egg Thief. Bearport Publishing, 2007.
j 567.97 Gol
What happens when an unexpected dinosaur is discovered?
Winner, Cherie. Animal Minis! NorthWord, 2006.
j 590 Win
Check out these tiny animals!
Gillis, Jennifer B. Can It Live Here? Barron's, 2006.
j 591.564 Gil
Find out who lives where in the animal kingdom!
New Juvenile Fiction for February!
Erickson, John R. The Case of the Tender Cheeping Chickens. Puffin Books, 2005.
Illustrated by Gerald L. Holmes
j FIC Eri v 47
Hank the Cowdog is back and has to protect some baby chickens, but will he end up finding them a little too tasty?!
Erickson, John R. The Case of the Monkey Burglar. Puffin Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Gerald L. Holmes
j FIC Eri v 48
Hank must stop some serious monkey business!
Holm, Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm. Babymouse: Our Hero. Random House, 2005.
j FIC Hol v.2
Babymouse has to find a way to be tough to face her enemy in the dreaded game of dodge ball!
Holm, Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm. Babymouse: Queen of the World. Random House, 2005.
j FIC Hol
Will Babymouse get invited to the slumber party?
Keene, Carolyn. Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew #1: Sleepover Sleuths. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2006.
Illustrated by Macky Pamintuan
j FIC Kee v 1
Can a young Nancy Drew solve the mystery of the missing doll?
Keene, Carolyn. Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew #2: Scream for Ice Cream. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2006.
Illustrated by Macky Pamintuan
j FIC Kee v 2
Will Nancy's recipe win first prize in an ice cream contest?
Lewman, David. Zoo Day Disaster. Simon Spotlight, 2005.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j FIC Lew v 10
SpongeBob and Patrick have the opportunity to witness the amazing Clamu, so what could possibly go wrong?
Matthews, L.S. Fish. Delacorte Press, 2004.
j FIC Mat
Can Tiger and his folks escape the war?
Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures. Dark Horse, 2006.
j FIC Sta
A collection of four adventures!
Walt Disney's Comics #661. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2005.
j FIC Wal
Donald, Mickey and other familiar characters are featured in this comic collection!
Walt Disney's Comics #663. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2005.
j FIC Wal
Spot the Viking duck in this series of comics!
Walt Disney's Comics #664. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Wal
What will happen to Mickey Mouse in "Snow Beast?"
Walt Disney's Comics #666. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Wal
Visit "Mickey's Inferno!"
Watson, Jude. Star Wars The Last of the Jedi: Underworld. Scholastic, Inc., 2005.
j FIC Wat v 3
Can Ferus Olin save the Jedi and their future?
Watson, Jude. Star Wars The Last of the Jedi: Death on Naboo. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Wat v 4
Will Ferus be able to keep the secret that he discovers on the planet Naboo?!
Willson, Sarah. Mother Knows Best. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j FIC Wil v 11
SpongeBob gets a talk show!
Illustrated by Gerald L. Holmes
j FIC Eri v 47
Hank the Cowdog is back and has to protect some baby chickens, but will he end up finding them a little too tasty?!
Erickson, John R. The Case of the Monkey Burglar. Puffin Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Gerald L. Holmes
j FIC Eri v 48
Hank must stop some serious monkey business!
Holm, Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm. Babymouse: Our Hero. Random House, 2005.
j FIC Hol v.2
Babymouse has to find a way to be tough to face her enemy in the dreaded game of dodge ball!
Holm, Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm. Babymouse: Queen of the World. Random House, 2005.
j FIC Hol
Will Babymouse get invited to the slumber party?
Keene, Carolyn. Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew #1: Sleepover Sleuths. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2006.
Illustrated by Macky Pamintuan
j FIC Kee v 1
Can a young Nancy Drew solve the mystery of the missing doll?
Keene, Carolyn. Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew #2: Scream for Ice Cream. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2006.
Illustrated by Macky Pamintuan
j FIC Kee v 2
Will Nancy's recipe win first prize in an ice cream contest?
Lewman, David. Zoo Day Disaster. Simon Spotlight, 2005.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j FIC Lew v 10
SpongeBob and Patrick have the opportunity to witness the amazing Clamu, so what could possibly go wrong?
Matthews, L.S. Fish. Delacorte Press, 2004.
j FIC Mat
Can Tiger and his folks escape the war?
Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures. Dark Horse, 2006.
j FIC Sta
A collection of four adventures!
Walt Disney's Comics #661. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2005.
j FIC Wal
Donald, Mickey and other familiar characters are featured in this comic collection!
Walt Disney's Comics #663. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2005.
j FIC Wal
Spot the Viking duck in this series of comics!
Walt Disney's Comics #664. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Wal
What will happen to Mickey Mouse in "Snow Beast?"
Walt Disney's Comics #666. Gemstone Publishing/Disney Enterprises, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Wal
Visit "Mickey's Inferno!"
Watson, Jude. Star Wars The Last of the Jedi: Underworld. Scholastic, Inc., 2005.
j FIC Wat v 3
Can Ferus Olin save the Jedi and their future?
Watson, Jude. Star Wars The Last of the Jedi: Death on Naboo. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Wat v 4
Will Ferus be able to keep the secret that he discovers on the planet Naboo?!
Willson, Sarah. Mother Knows Best. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j FIC Wil v 11
SpongeBob gets a talk show!
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
New Beginner Books!
Brown, Marc. Buster's Sugartime. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j BEG Bro
Buster might get sticky in this syrupy tale!
Brown, Marc. Buster Hunts for Dinosaurs. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j BEG Bro
Buster and his dad take a trip to Dinosaur National Monument!
Chipponeri, Kelli. Hoedown Showdown. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Vince DePorter and Barry Goldberg
j BEG Chi
See what happens when it is Rodeo Night in Bikini Bottom!
Chipponeri, Kelli. SpongeBob Rocks! Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Heather Martinez
j BEG Chi
Can you handle the power of SpongeBob's band "Tidal Wave?"
Herman, Gail. Under Construction. Reader's Digest Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Thomas LaPadula
j BEG Her
See how a new house is built!
Hood, Susan. Pup and Hound Lost and Found. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Linda Hendry
j BEG Hoo
What will happen to Pup when he wanders off?!
Hood, Susan. Pup and Hound at Sea. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Linda Hendry
j BEG Hoo
Pup and Hound go on a wet adventure!
Inches, Alison. Hooray for Polka Dots! Simon Spotlight, 2005.
Illustrated by Ian Chernichaw
j BEG Inc
Take a trip to the fair with Blue!
Inches, Alison. Just Like Dora! Simon Spotlight, 2005.
Illustrated by Dave Aikins
j BEG Inc
Get ready for a surprise with Dora!
Katschke, Judy. I Love My Mami. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Dave Aikins
j BEG Kat
Why does Dora love her Mami so much?!
McNamara, Margaret. Eloise at the Wedding. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2006.
Illustrated by Tammie Lyon
j BEG McN
Will Eloise make a good flower girl?
Riggs, Sandy. Lan's Plant. Barron's, 2006.
Illustrated by Bob Masheris
j BEG Rig
What kind of prickly plant does Lan love?
Rovetch, Lissa. Ook the Book and Other Silly Rhymes. Chronicle Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Shannon McNeill
j BEG Rov
Get ready to giggle with these rhymes!
Rylant, Cynthia. Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2005.
Illustrated by Sucie Stevenson
j BEG Ryl
Happy holidays with Henry and Mudge!
Schmauss, Judy Kentor. The Caterpillar. Barron's, 2006.
Illustrated by Mary Collier
j BEG Sch
What happens to the caterpillar after being "snug as a bug in a rug?"
Teitelbaum, Michael. Trucking Across America. Reader's Digest Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Thomas LaPadula
j BEG Tei
What sort of trucks travel across America?
Wilson, Anna. The Foolish Turtle. Gingham Dog Press, 2005.
Illustrated by Mike Gordon
j BEG Wil
Can a turtle learn to fly?!
j BEG Bro
Buster might get sticky in this syrupy tale!
Brown, Marc. Buster Hunts for Dinosaurs. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j BEG Bro
Buster and his dad take a trip to Dinosaur National Monument!
Chipponeri, Kelli. Hoedown Showdown. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Vince DePorter and Barry Goldberg
j BEG Chi
See what happens when it is Rodeo Night in Bikini Bottom!
Chipponeri, Kelli. SpongeBob Rocks! Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Heather Martinez
j BEG Chi
Can you handle the power of SpongeBob's band "Tidal Wave?"
Herman, Gail. Under Construction. Reader's Digest Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Thomas LaPadula
j BEG Her
See how a new house is built!
Hood, Susan. Pup and Hound Lost and Found. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Linda Hendry
j BEG Hoo
What will happen to Pup when he wanders off?!
Hood, Susan. Pup and Hound at Sea. Kids Can Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Linda Hendry
j BEG Hoo
Pup and Hound go on a wet adventure!
Inches, Alison. Hooray for Polka Dots! Simon Spotlight, 2005.
Illustrated by Ian Chernichaw
j BEG Inc
Take a trip to the fair with Blue!
Inches, Alison. Just Like Dora! Simon Spotlight, 2005.
Illustrated by Dave Aikins
j BEG Inc
Get ready for a surprise with Dora!
Katschke, Judy. I Love My Mami. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Dave Aikins
j BEG Kat
Why does Dora love her Mami so much?!
McNamara, Margaret. Eloise at the Wedding. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2006.
Illustrated by Tammie Lyon
j BEG McN
Will Eloise make a good flower girl?
Riggs, Sandy. Lan's Plant. Barron's, 2006.
Illustrated by Bob Masheris
j BEG Rig
What kind of prickly plant does Lan love?
Rovetch, Lissa. Ook the Book and Other Silly Rhymes. Chronicle Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Shannon McNeill
j BEG Rov
Get ready to giggle with these rhymes!
Rylant, Cynthia. Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas. Aladdin Paperbacks, 2005.
Illustrated by Sucie Stevenson
j BEG Ryl
Happy holidays with Henry and Mudge!
Schmauss, Judy Kentor. The Caterpillar. Barron's, 2006.
Illustrated by Mary Collier
j BEG Sch
What happens to the caterpillar after being "snug as a bug in a rug?"
Teitelbaum, Michael. Trucking Across America. Reader's Digest Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Thomas LaPadula
j BEG Tei
What sort of trucks travel across America?
Wilson, Anna. The Foolish Turtle. Gingham Dog Press, 2005.
Illustrated by Mike Gordon
j BEG Wil
Can a turtle learn to fly?!
Monday, February 05, 2007
New Picture Books for February 2007...
Albee, Sarah. One for Me, One for You: A Book About Sharing. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Karen Craig
j E Alb
What will Blue do when there is only one cookie? Will she find something to take to school for Sharing Day?
Aylesworth, Jim. Naughty Little Monkeys. Puffin Books, 2003.
Illustrated by Henry Cole
j E Ayl
Do you think 26 monkeys can behave when left alone?
Banks, Steven. The Art Contest: No Cheating Allowed. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j E Ban v 12
Who will win the Bikini Bottom Art Society's Art Contest?
Banks, Steven. Lost in Time: a Medieval Adventure. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by the Artifact Group
j E Ban v 10
Find out what happens when Patrick and SpongeBob try out the medieval restaurant in Bikini Bottom.
Brown, Marc. Arthur and the Dog Show. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
Will Pal win the canine competition?
Brown, Marc. Arthur to the Rescue. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
See where Arthur's imagination leads him!
Brown, Marc. Buster Changes His Luck. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
Will Buster find doughnuts on his trek to San Francisco?
Carlson, Nancy. My Family Is Forever. Puffin Books, 2006.
j E Car
A fine read for generating discussion and answering questions about adoption.
Freedman, Claire. Oops-a-Daisy! Tiger Tales, 2006.
Illustrated by Gaby Hansen
j E Fre
Daisy is learning to hop! Can her mother convince her that everyone has to learn how to take their first hop, step and jump?
Inches, Alison. Dora's Big Dig. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Roper
j E Inc
Find out if Dora and Boots have discovered an ancient treasure!
Klinting, Lars. Harvey the Gardener. Kingfisher, 2006.
j E Kli
Will Harvey and Chip succeed in growing tasty beans?!
Klinting, Lars. Harvey the Painter. Kingfisher, 2006.
j E Kli
How will Harvey and Chip paint their shelves green if they do not have green paint?
Kovalski, Maryann. Take Me Out to the Ballgame. Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2006.
j E Kov
Grandma surprises the girls by letting them skip school to sing a familiar song!
Markes, Julie. Good Thing You're Not an Octopus! HarperCollins Publishers, 2001.
Illustrated by Maggie Smith
j E Mar
Can you imagine what life would be like if you were an animal?!
Metzger, Steve. My Bossy Dolly. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
Illustrated by Chris Demarest
j E Met
Is Sally's doll really the bossy one?
Moss, Miriam. Don't Forget I Love You. Puffin Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Anna Currey
j E Mos
Some very important things are forgotten when Billy dilly-dallies and makes his mother late!
Ohi, Ruth. Clara and the Bossy. Annick Press, 2006.
j E Ohi
Will Clara put up with her new friend's behavior?
Tekavec, Heather. What's That Awful Smell? Puffin Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Margaret Spengler
j E Tek
How can a piglet so cute smell so bad?
Van Patter, Bruce. Farley Found It! Boyds Mills Press, 2006.
j E Van
Edna tries her best to get a good night's rest in her doghouse. Unfortunately for her, a sheep named Farley likes the cozy house!
Willson, Sarah, ad. It's Hug Day! Simon Spotlight, 2006.
j E Wil
Get ready to give someone you love a lot of hugs!
Willson, Sarah. Class Confusion. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j E Wil
See if SpongeBob gets his license to drive!
Illustrated by Karen Craig
j E Alb
What will Blue do when there is only one cookie? Will she find something to take to school for Sharing Day?
Aylesworth, Jim. Naughty Little Monkeys. Puffin Books, 2003.
Illustrated by Henry Cole
j E Ayl
Do you think 26 monkeys can behave when left alone?
Banks, Steven. The Art Contest: No Cheating Allowed. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j E Ban v 12
Who will win the Bikini Bottom Art Society's Art Contest?
Banks, Steven. Lost in Time: a Medieval Adventure. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by the Artifact Group
j E Ban v 10
Find out what happens when Patrick and SpongeBob try out the medieval restaurant in Bikini Bottom.
Brown, Marc. Arthur and the Dog Show. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
Will Pal win the canine competition?
Brown, Marc. Arthur to the Rescue. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
See where Arthur's imagination leads him!
Brown, Marc. Buster Changes His Luck. Little, Brown and Company, 2006.
j E Bro
Will Buster find doughnuts on his trek to San Francisco?
Carlson, Nancy. My Family Is Forever. Puffin Books, 2006.
j E Car
A fine read for generating discussion and answering questions about adoption.
Freedman, Claire. Oops-a-Daisy! Tiger Tales, 2006.
Illustrated by Gaby Hansen
j E Fre
Daisy is learning to hop! Can her mother convince her that everyone has to learn how to take their first hop, step and jump?
Inches, Alison. Dora's Big Dig. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Roper
j E Inc
Find out if Dora and Boots have discovered an ancient treasure!
Klinting, Lars. Harvey the Gardener. Kingfisher, 2006.
j E Kli
Will Harvey and Chip succeed in growing tasty beans?!
Klinting, Lars. Harvey the Painter. Kingfisher, 2006.
j E Kli
How will Harvey and Chip paint their shelves green if they do not have green paint?
Kovalski, Maryann. Take Me Out to the Ballgame. Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2006.
j E Kov
Grandma surprises the girls by letting them skip school to sing a familiar song!
Markes, Julie. Good Thing You're Not an Octopus! HarperCollins Publishers, 2001.
Illustrated by Maggie Smith
j E Mar
Can you imagine what life would be like if you were an animal?!
Metzger, Steve. My Bossy Dolly. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
Illustrated by Chris Demarest
j E Met
Is Sally's doll really the bossy one?
Moss, Miriam. Don't Forget I Love You. Puffin Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Anna Currey
j E Mos
Some very important things are forgotten when Billy dilly-dallies and makes his mother late!
Ohi, Ruth. Clara and the Bossy. Annick Press, 2006.
j E Ohi
Will Clara put up with her new friend's behavior?
Tekavec, Heather. What's That Awful Smell? Puffin Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Margaret Spengler
j E Tek
How can a piglet so cute smell so bad?
Van Patter, Bruce. Farley Found It! Boyds Mills Press, 2006.
j E Van
Edna tries her best to get a good night's rest in her doghouse. Unfortunately for her, a sheep named Farley likes the cozy house!
Willson, Sarah, ad. It's Hug Day! Simon Spotlight, 2006.
j E Wil
Get ready to give someone you love a lot of hugs!
Willson, Sarah. Class Confusion. Simon Spotlight, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Dress
j E Wil
See if SpongeBob gets his license to drive!
New tunes to keep you warm!
Disney and Pixar's "Cars" Soundtrack. Original score composed and conducted by Randy Newman. Disney Enterprises Inc./Pixar, 2006.
j CD 781.542 New
Enjoy music from one of last year's best movies with tracks by Sheryl Crow, Chuck Berry, Rascal Flatts, Brad Paisley, James Taylor, The Chords, John Mayer and Hank Williams.
"Diego, Dora and Friends' Animal Jamboree" Viacom International, Inc., 2006.
j CD 781.546 Dor
Have a rockin' good time with tunes like "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" and "Crocodile Rock!"
"Dora's World Adventure!" Viacom International, Inc., 2006.
j CD 781.546
Dora teams up with stars like Aaron Neville and Ziggy Marley on this international disc!
The Baby Loves Jazz Band. "Baby Loves Jazz: Go Baby Go!" The Verve Music Group, 2006.
j CD 782.42 Bab
From "Happy and You Know It" to "The Wheels on the Bus" this album will keep babies and young children on their toes!
"Classical Tunes: Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi and More!" The Brainy Baby Co. LLC, 2002.
j CD 782.42 Cla
Enhance your child's musical experience with classic works from famous composers!
Gill, Jim. "Jim Gill Sings Moving Rhymes for Modern Times" Jim Gill Music, Inc. 2006.
j CD 782.42 Gil
Children's favorite Jim Gill returns with some fun, new tunes!
"More Silly Songs" Walt Disney Records, 1998.
j CD 782.42 Mor
If you enjoy "The Purple People Eater" then check out this disc full of funny tracks.
Orozco, Jose-Luis. "Canto y Cuento" Arcoiris Records, Inc., 2000.
j CD 782.42 Oro
Famed educator Jose-Luis Orozco performs pieces that deal with Latin American Children's Folklore!
Orozco, Jose-Luis. "Navidad y Pancho Claus" Arcoiris Records, Inc., 1995.
j CD 782.42 Oro
Santa and Christmas are the themes of this Spanish recording!
The Wiggles. "Sing Along: Crunchy Munchy Music" TheWiggles Ply Ltd., 2006.
j CD 782.42 Wig
From "Wags the Dog" to "Get Ready to Wiggle" this disc includes tracks with and without vocals!
j CD 781.542 New
Enjoy music from one of last year's best movies with tracks by Sheryl Crow, Chuck Berry, Rascal Flatts, Brad Paisley, James Taylor, The Chords, John Mayer and Hank Williams.
"Diego, Dora and Friends' Animal Jamboree" Viacom International, Inc., 2006.
j CD 781.546 Dor
Have a rockin' good time with tunes like "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" and "Crocodile Rock!"
"Dora's World Adventure!" Viacom International, Inc., 2006.
j CD 781.546
Dora teams up with stars like Aaron Neville and Ziggy Marley on this international disc!
The Baby Loves Jazz Band. "Baby Loves Jazz: Go Baby Go!" The Verve Music Group, 2006.
j CD 782.42 Bab
From "Happy and You Know It" to "The Wheels on the Bus" this album will keep babies and young children on their toes!
"Classical Tunes: Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi and More!" The Brainy Baby Co. LLC, 2002.
j CD 782.42 Cla
Enhance your child's musical experience with classic works from famous composers!
Gill, Jim. "Jim Gill Sings Moving Rhymes for Modern Times" Jim Gill Music, Inc. 2006.
j CD 782.42 Gil
Children's favorite Jim Gill returns with some fun, new tunes!
"More Silly Songs" Walt Disney Records, 1998.
j CD 782.42 Mor
If you enjoy "The Purple People Eater" then check out this disc full of funny tracks.
Orozco, Jose-Luis. "Canto y Cuento" Arcoiris Records, Inc., 2000.
j CD 782.42 Oro
Famed educator Jose-Luis Orozco performs pieces that deal with Latin American Children's Folklore!
Orozco, Jose-Luis. "Navidad y Pancho Claus" Arcoiris Records, Inc., 1995.
j CD 782.42 Oro
Santa and Christmas are the themes of this Spanish recording!
The Wiggles. "Sing Along: Crunchy Munchy Music" TheWiggles Ply Ltd., 2006.
j CD 782.42 Wig
From "Wags the Dog" to "Get Ready to Wiggle" this disc includes tracks with and without vocals!
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
New Juvenile Fiction...
Bode, N.E. The Somebodies. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
j FIC Bod
Fern and Howard take a trip to save the Anybodies!
Collins, Suzanne. Gregor and the Curse of the Warmbloods. Scholastic Press, 2005.
j FIC Col v.3
Gregor and Boots must save their mother!
Damon, Emma. Milo in a Mess. Picture Window Books, 2005.
j FIC Dam
Does Milo really make a mess of everything?!
Delaney, Joseph. The Last Apprentice: Curse of the Bane. Greenwillow Books, 2005.
j FIC Del v.2
Tom and the Spook may be facing more than one enemy in this thrilling sequel!
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Incredibly Revolting Ghost! Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Fun v.1
Will Tom survive the ordeal of ridding a house of an incredibly revolting ghost?!
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Gruesome Invincible Lightning Ghost! Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Fun v.2
Tom and his friend Hetty face off with an electrifying ghoul!
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Totally Moldy Baroness! Scholastic, Inc., 2007.
j FIC Fun v.3
Tom is about to deal with the smelliest ghost yet!
Lasky, Kathryn. Guardians of Ga'hoole: The Coming of Hoole. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Las v. 10
Book # 10 in the Ga'hoole series.
Lasky, Kathryn. Guardians of Ga'hoole: To Be a King. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Las v. 11
Book # 11 in the Ga'hoole series.
McDonald, Megan. Judy Moody: Around the World in 8 1/2 Days. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
j FIC McD
Judy has a new friend: Amy Namey!
McNish, Cliff. The Silver Child. Carolrhoda Books, 2005.
j FIC McN v.1
In the first book of "The Silver Sequence" six special young people end up in a garbage dump to face a scary enemy!
j FIC Bod
Fern and Howard take a trip to save the Anybodies!
Collins, Suzanne. Gregor and the Curse of the Warmbloods. Scholastic Press, 2005.
j FIC Col v.3
Gregor and Boots must save their mother!
Damon, Emma. Milo in a Mess. Picture Window Books, 2005.
j FIC Dam
Does Milo really make a mess of everything?!
Delaney, Joseph. The Last Apprentice: Curse of the Bane. Greenwillow Books, 2005.
j FIC Del v.2
Tom and the Spook may be facing more than one enemy in this thrilling sequel!
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Incredibly Revolting Ghost! Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Fun v.1
Will Tom survive the ordeal of ridding a house of an incredibly revolting ghost?!
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Gruesome Invincible Lightning Ghost! Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Fun v.2
Tom and his friend Hetty face off with an electrifying ghoul!
Funke, Cornelia. Ghosthunters and the Totally Moldy Baroness! Scholastic, Inc., 2007.
j FIC Fun v.3
Tom is about to deal with the smelliest ghost yet!
Lasky, Kathryn. Guardians of Ga'hoole: The Coming of Hoole. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Las v. 10
Book # 10 in the Ga'hoole series.
Lasky, Kathryn. Guardians of Ga'hoole: To Be a King. Scholastic, Inc., 2006.
j FIC Las v. 11
Book # 11 in the Ga'hoole series.
McDonald, Megan. Judy Moody: Around the World in 8 1/2 Days. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
j FIC McD
Judy has a new friend: Amy Namey!
McNish, Cliff. The Silver Child. Carolrhoda Books, 2005.
j FIC McN v.1
In the first book of "The Silver Sequence" six special young people end up in a garbage dump to face a scary enemy!
A Handful of new picture books...
Bosca, Francesca. The Three Grasshoppers. Purple Bear Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Giuliano Ferri
j E Bos
Find out what happens when the grasshopper music stops!
Grey, Mini. The Adventures of the Dish and the Spoon. Alfred A. Knopf, 2006.
j E Gre
What happens when a familiar dish and spoon rob a bank?!
Johnson, Crockett. Magic Beach. Front Street, 2005.
j E Joh
What will Ben and Ann discover on a trip to the beach?
Lucas, David. Nutmeg. Alfred A. Knopf, 2005.
j E Luc
Be careful what you wish for!
Illustrated by Giuliano Ferri
j E Bos
Find out what happens when the grasshopper music stops!
Grey, Mini. The Adventures of the Dish and the Spoon. Alfred A. Knopf, 2006.
j E Gre
What happens when a familiar dish and spoon rob a bank?!
Johnson, Crockett. Magic Beach. Front Street, 2005.
j E Joh
What will Ben and Ann discover on a trip to the beach?
Lucas, David. Nutmeg. Alfred A. Knopf, 2005.
j E Luc
Be careful what you wish for!
New Nonfiction Titles!
Storms, Biz. All-American Quilts. Kids Can Press, 2003.
j 746.46 Sto
Make something patriotic!
Wagner, Lisa. Cool Painted Stuff. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 745.7 Wag
Great ideas and tips on painting!
Price, Pam. Cool Rubber Stamp Art. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 761 Pri
Crafts with colorful flair!
Wheeler, Jill C. Lindsay Lohan. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 921 Lohan, L.
Remember back when Lindsay was in "Freaky Friday?!"
Wheeler, Jill C. Jessica Simpson. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 921 Simpson, J.
Learn something you did not know about this blonde star.
Krohn, Katherine. Oprah Winfrey. Lerner Publications Company, 2005.
j 921 Winfrey, O.
Read about this fascinating woman!
Bial, Raymond. American Community: Missions and Presidios. Children's Press, 2004.
j 979 Bia
Discover different communities!
j 746.46 Sto
Make something patriotic!
Wagner, Lisa. Cool Painted Stuff. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 745.7 Wag
Great ideas and tips on painting!
Price, Pam. Cool Rubber Stamp Art. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 761 Pri
Crafts with colorful flair!
Wheeler, Jill C. Lindsay Lohan. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 921 Lohan, L.
Remember back when Lindsay was in "Freaky Friday?!"
Wheeler, Jill C. Jessica Simpson. ABDO Publishing Company, 2005.
j 921 Simpson, J.
Learn something you did not know about this blonde star.
Krohn, Katherine. Oprah Winfrey. Lerner Publications Company, 2005.
j 921 Winfrey, O.
Read about this fascinating woman!
Bial, Raymond. American Community: Missions and Presidios. Children's Press, 2004.
j 979 Bia
Discover different communities!
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
New Juvenile DVD's!
Aladdin
j DVD FIC Ala
Filled with lots of bonus features, join Apu, Genie, Princess Jasmine and Aladdin on a magic carpet ride!
Babar: King of the Elephants
j DVD FIC Bab
Join a beloved elephant as he travels from jungle to city and back again!
Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown
j DVD FIC Be
Will anyone pick Charlie Brown to be their valentine?!
A Charlie Brown Valentine
j DVD FIC Cha
Will Peppermint Patty win Charlie Brown's heart? Join us on February 5, 2007 at 4p.m. to find out!
Hello Kitty: Stump Village
j DVD FIC Hel v.1
Find out what Hello Kitty and her pals are up to!
The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride
j DVD FIC Lio 2
Simba is all grown up with a stubborn daughter of his own!
Our Lips are Sealed
j DVD FIC Our
See what Mary Kate and Ashley discover in Australia!
The Sword in the Stone
j DVD FIC Swo
Can a young boy really be the next king?!
Disney's American Legends
j 398.22 Dis
Meet John Henry, Paul Bunyan, Johnny Appleseed and Casey Jones!
j DVD FIC Ala
Filled with lots of bonus features, join Apu, Genie, Princess Jasmine and Aladdin on a magic carpet ride!
Babar: King of the Elephants
j DVD FIC Bab
Join a beloved elephant as he travels from jungle to city and back again!
Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown
j DVD FIC Be
Will anyone pick Charlie Brown to be their valentine?!
A Charlie Brown Valentine
j DVD FIC Cha
Will Peppermint Patty win Charlie Brown's heart? Join us on February 5, 2007 at 4p.m. to find out!
Hello Kitty: Stump Village
j DVD FIC Hel v.1
Find out what Hello Kitty and her pals are up to!
The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride
j DVD FIC Lio 2
Simba is all grown up with a stubborn daughter of his own!
Our Lips are Sealed
j DVD FIC Our
See what Mary Kate and Ashley discover in Australia!
The Sword in the Stone
j DVD FIC Swo
Can a young boy really be the next king?!
Disney's American Legends
j 398.22 Dis
Meet John Henry, Paul Bunyan, Johnny Appleseed and Casey Jones!
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
From origami to biographies...
We have some fabulous new nonfiction titles at the library!
Halls, Kelly Milner, Rick Spears and Roxyanne Young. Tales of the Cryptids: Mysterious Creatures That May or May Not Exist. Darby Creek Publishing, 2006.
j 001.944 Hal
Discover cryptozoology!
Llewellyn, Claire. Why Should I Help? Barron's, 2005.
Illustrated by Mike Gordon
j 158.1 Lle
Find out why it is important to be helpful!
Moore-Mallinos, Jennifer. The Colors of the Rainbow. Barron's, 2005.
Illustrated by Marta Fabrega
j 303.385 Moo
This book explores why we do not all look exactly the same.
Mitton, Tony. Amazing Airplanes. Kingfisher, 2002.
Illustrated by Ant Parker
j 387.7 Mit
A nice introduction to airplanes for children ages 3 and older.
Forest, Heather, ad. The Little Red Hen: An Old Fable. August House LittleFolk, 2006.
Illustrated by Susan Gaber
j 398.2 For
A refreshing take on a classic tale! Plus, the dog is a Corgi!
Truss, Lynne. Eats, Shoots and Leaves: Why, Commas Really Do Make a Difference! G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2006.
Illustrated by Bonnie Timmons
j 428.2 Tru
You can really see the difference a little punctuation makes in this title!
Davies, Nicola. Extreme Animals: The Toughest Creatures on Earth. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Neal Layton
j 590 Dav
Learn about some amazing animals including the Arctic Musk Ox, huddling penguins and Thermophiles!
Davies, Nicola. One Tiny Turtle. Candlewick Press, 2001.
Illustrated by Jane Chapman
j 597.92 Dav
Check out these fascinating creatures that need the land and sea!
Marrin, Albert. Oh, Rats!: The Story of Rats and People. Dutton Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by C.B. Mordan
j 599.352 Mar
Read how humans and rats have helped and hurt each other throughout history!
Markle, Sandra. Little Lost Bat. Charlesbridge, 2006.
Illustrated by Alan Marks
j 599.4 Mar
Can a baby Mexican free-tailed bat survive without his mama?!
Llewellyn, Claire. Why Should I Eat Well? Barron's, 2005.
Illustrated by Mike Gordon
j 613.2 Lle
A little girl learns why eating fruits and vegetables can really make a difference!
Corman, Catherine and Edward M. Hallowell, M.D. Positively ADD: Real Success Stories to Inspire Your Dreams. Walker and Company, 2006.
j 616.8589 Cor
This is a great title for older kids and parents filled with stories of real people who have overcome or cope with their Attention Deficit Disorder to become a professional baseball player, a Rhodes Scholar and a journalist, just to name a few!
Star, Fleur. Castle and Knight. DK Publishing, Inc., 2005.
j 623.1 Sta
An exciting look at medieval life with pictures of armor, castles and weapons.
Mitton, Tony. Busy Boats. Kingfisher, 2002.
Illustrated by Ant Parker
j 623.82 Mit
A colorful introduction to boats for children ages 3 and older.
Mitton, Tony. Tremendous Tractors. Kingfisher, 2003.
Illustrated by Ant Parker
j 629.225 Mit
A descriptive look at a very important piece of farm machinery geared towards ages 3 and older.
Thimmesh, Catherine. Team Moon: How 400,000 People Landed Apollo 11 on the Moon. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2006.
j 629.454 Thi
Check out this title that details all the challenges that had be overcome in order for the moon landing to happen!
Macleod, Elizabeth. Chock Full of Chocolate. Kids Can Press, 2005.
Illustrated by June Bradford
j 641.6 Mac
Make all sorts of cocoa-filled treats!
Boursin, Didier. Easy Origami. Firefly Books, 2005.
j 736.982 Bou
From fish to hamsters to butterflies, you can make this really cool origami come to life!
Bolton, Vivienne. Papercrafts for Children: Fun Projects Using Paper, Paints and Stamps. New Holland, 2006.
j 745.54 Bol
Filled with fun projects from a stock car to a sparkly bracelet!
Schwarz, Renee. Birdfeeders. Kids Can Press, 2005.
j 745.593 Sch
Like birds? Here are a bunch of neat birdfeeders you can make at home!
Schubert, Leda. Ballet of the Elephants. A Deborah Brodie Book/Roaring Brook Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Andrew Parker
j 791.3 Sch
The story of a seemingly impossible animal ballet!
Rhatigan, Joe and Rain Newcomb. Run, Jump, Hide, Slide, Splash: The 200 Best Outdoor Games Ever. Lark Books, 2005.
j 796 Rha
Get ready to go outside and play!
Sandler, Michael. Soccer: The Amazing U.S. World Cup Team. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.334 San
Read the history of the 1950 U.S. World Cup Soccer Team!
Sandler, Michael. Tennis: Victory for Venus Williams. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.342 San
Learn about one of tennis' most popular players!
Sandler, Michael. Cycling: Lance Armstrong's Impossible Ride. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.6 San
Read how this amazing athlete overcame cancer to become a seven-time winner of the Tour De France.
Sandler, Michael. Hockey: Miracle On Ice. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.962 San
Learn about one of sports' most exciting events ever!
Rex, Adam. Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich. Harcourt, Inc., 2006.
j 811.6 Rex
A collection of truly monstrous poetry!
Lock, Deborah. Pirate. DK Publishing, Inc., 2005.
j 910.45 Loc
From Vikings in the North to Buccaneers in the Caribbean this book is full of pirates!
Lasky, Kathryn. John Muir: America's First Environmentalist. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Stan Fellows
j 921, Muir, J.
Discover this great figure in United States' history and learn why nature was so important to him and should be to us!
Brown, Don. Bright Path: Young Jim Thorpe. Roaring Brook Press, 2006.
j 921 Thorpe, J.
A nice picture book introduction to this American athlete for younger readers!
Bruchac, Joseph. Jim Thorpe: Original All-American. Dial Books, 2006.
j 921 Thorpe, J.
And for the older readers, this longer title, detailing the importance Thorpe held for Native Americans.
Cooper, Michael L. Hero of the High Seas: John Paul Jones and the American Revolution. National Geographic, 2006.
j 973.3 Coo
Read about this fearless leader and his naval victories that were integral to the success of the American Revolution.
Halls, Kelly Milner, Rick Spears and Roxyanne Young. Tales of the Cryptids: Mysterious Creatures That May or May Not Exist. Darby Creek Publishing, 2006.
j 001.944 Hal
Discover cryptozoology!
Llewellyn, Claire. Why Should I Help? Barron's, 2005.
Illustrated by Mike Gordon
j 158.1 Lle
Find out why it is important to be helpful!
Moore-Mallinos, Jennifer. The Colors of the Rainbow. Barron's, 2005.
Illustrated by Marta Fabrega
j 303.385 Moo
This book explores why we do not all look exactly the same.
Mitton, Tony. Amazing Airplanes. Kingfisher, 2002.
Illustrated by Ant Parker
j 387.7 Mit
A nice introduction to airplanes for children ages 3 and older.
Forest, Heather, ad. The Little Red Hen: An Old Fable. August House LittleFolk, 2006.
Illustrated by Susan Gaber
j 398.2 For
A refreshing take on a classic tale! Plus, the dog is a Corgi!
Truss, Lynne. Eats, Shoots and Leaves: Why, Commas Really Do Make a Difference! G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2006.
Illustrated by Bonnie Timmons
j 428.2 Tru
You can really see the difference a little punctuation makes in this title!
Davies, Nicola. Extreme Animals: The Toughest Creatures on Earth. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Neal Layton
j 590 Dav
Learn about some amazing animals including the Arctic Musk Ox, huddling penguins and Thermophiles!
Davies, Nicola. One Tiny Turtle. Candlewick Press, 2001.
Illustrated by Jane Chapman
j 597.92 Dav
Check out these fascinating creatures that need the land and sea!
Marrin, Albert. Oh, Rats!: The Story of Rats and People. Dutton Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by C.B. Mordan
j 599.352 Mar
Read how humans and rats have helped and hurt each other throughout history!
Markle, Sandra. Little Lost Bat. Charlesbridge, 2006.
Illustrated by Alan Marks
j 599.4 Mar
Can a baby Mexican free-tailed bat survive without his mama?!
Llewellyn, Claire. Why Should I Eat Well? Barron's, 2005.
Illustrated by Mike Gordon
j 613.2 Lle
A little girl learns why eating fruits and vegetables can really make a difference!
Corman, Catherine and Edward M. Hallowell, M.D. Positively ADD: Real Success Stories to Inspire Your Dreams. Walker and Company, 2006.
j 616.8589 Cor
This is a great title for older kids and parents filled with stories of real people who have overcome or cope with their Attention Deficit Disorder to become a professional baseball player, a Rhodes Scholar and a journalist, just to name a few!
Star, Fleur. Castle and Knight. DK Publishing, Inc., 2005.
j 623.1 Sta
An exciting look at medieval life with pictures of armor, castles and weapons.
Mitton, Tony. Busy Boats. Kingfisher, 2002.
Illustrated by Ant Parker
j 623.82 Mit
A colorful introduction to boats for children ages 3 and older.
Mitton, Tony. Tremendous Tractors. Kingfisher, 2003.
Illustrated by Ant Parker
j 629.225 Mit
A descriptive look at a very important piece of farm machinery geared towards ages 3 and older.
Thimmesh, Catherine. Team Moon: How 400,000 People Landed Apollo 11 on the Moon. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2006.
j 629.454 Thi
Check out this title that details all the challenges that had be overcome in order for the moon landing to happen!
Macleod, Elizabeth. Chock Full of Chocolate. Kids Can Press, 2005.
Illustrated by June Bradford
j 641.6 Mac
Make all sorts of cocoa-filled treats!
Boursin, Didier. Easy Origami. Firefly Books, 2005.
j 736.982 Bou
From fish to hamsters to butterflies, you can make this really cool origami come to life!
Bolton, Vivienne. Papercrafts for Children: Fun Projects Using Paper, Paints and Stamps. New Holland, 2006.
j 745.54 Bol
Filled with fun projects from a stock car to a sparkly bracelet!
Schwarz, Renee. Birdfeeders. Kids Can Press, 2005.
j 745.593 Sch
Like birds? Here are a bunch of neat birdfeeders you can make at home!
Schubert, Leda. Ballet of the Elephants. A Deborah Brodie Book/Roaring Brook Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Robert Andrew Parker
j 791.3 Sch
The story of a seemingly impossible animal ballet!
Rhatigan, Joe and Rain Newcomb. Run, Jump, Hide, Slide, Splash: The 200 Best Outdoor Games Ever. Lark Books, 2005.
j 796 Rha
Get ready to go outside and play!
Sandler, Michael. Soccer: The Amazing U.S. World Cup Team. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.334 San
Read the history of the 1950 U.S. World Cup Soccer Team!
Sandler, Michael. Tennis: Victory for Venus Williams. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.342 San
Learn about one of tennis' most popular players!
Sandler, Michael. Cycling: Lance Armstrong's Impossible Ride. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.6 San
Read how this amazing athlete overcame cancer to become a seven-time winner of the Tour De France.
Sandler, Michael. Hockey: Miracle On Ice. Bearport Publishing Company, Inc., 2006.
j 796.962 San
Learn about one of sports' most exciting events ever!
Rex, Adam. Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich. Harcourt, Inc., 2006.
j 811.6 Rex
A collection of truly monstrous poetry!
Lock, Deborah. Pirate. DK Publishing, Inc., 2005.
j 910.45 Loc
From Vikings in the North to Buccaneers in the Caribbean this book is full of pirates!
Lasky, Kathryn. John Muir: America's First Environmentalist. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Stan Fellows
j 921, Muir, J.
Discover this great figure in United States' history and learn why nature was so important to him and should be to us!
Brown, Don. Bright Path: Young Jim Thorpe. Roaring Brook Press, 2006.
j 921 Thorpe, J.
A nice picture book introduction to this American athlete for younger readers!
Bruchac, Joseph. Jim Thorpe: Original All-American. Dial Books, 2006.
j 921 Thorpe, J.
And for the older readers, this longer title, detailing the importance Thorpe held for Native Americans.
Cooper, Michael L. Hero of the High Seas: John Paul Jones and the American Revolution. National Geographic, 2006.
j 973.3 Coo
Read about this fearless leader and his naval victories that were integral to the success of the American Revolution.
Just a little more new Juvenile Fiction...
Carman, Patrick. Beyond the Valley of the Thorns. Orchard Books, 2005.
j FIC Car v.2
In the sequel to The Dark Hills Divide Alexa must prepare herself for an even bigger battle than she expected!
Carman, Patrick. The Tenth City. Orchard Books, 2006.
j FIC Car v.3
The third title in "The Land of Elyon" series in which Alexa has to figure out the mystery tied to the titular city.
Ogden, Charles. Edgar and Ellen: Rare Beasts. Aladdin, 2003.
j FIC Ogd v.1
Can the devious duo raise some money by pet-napping?
Ogden, Charles. Edgar and Ellen: Tourist Trap. Aladdin, 2006.
j FIC Ogd v. 2
Will the twins manage to spoil the French Toast Festival?!
Ogden, Charles. Edgar and Ellen: Pet's Revenge. Aladdin, 2006.
j FIC Ogd v.4
Pet tries to get back at the twins for all of their cruelty!
Quinn, Zoe. The Caped 6th Grader: Totally Toxic. A Yearling Book, 2006.
j FIC Qui v.2
Zoe uses her super powers to help prove that the town factory is dumping something nasty in the river!
Scroggs, Kirk. Wiley and Grampa's Creature Features: Super Soccer Freak Show. Little, Brown and Company, 2007.
j FIC Scr v.4
Beware the contents of Nate Farkle's jelly donuts!
j FIC Car v.2
In the sequel to The Dark Hills Divide Alexa must prepare herself for an even bigger battle than she expected!
Carman, Patrick. The Tenth City. Orchard Books, 2006.
j FIC Car v.3
The third title in "The Land of Elyon" series in which Alexa has to figure out the mystery tied to the titular city.
Ogden, Charles. Edgar and Ellen: Rare Beasts. Aladdin, 2003.
j FIC Ogd v.1
Can the devious duo raise some money by pet-napping?
Ogden, Charles. Edgar and Ellen: Tourist Trap. Aladdin, 2006.
j FIC Ogd v. 2
Will the twins manage to spoil the French Toast Festival?!
Ogden, Charles. Edgar and Ellen: Pet's Revenge. Aladdin, 2006.
j FIC Ogd v.4
Pet tries to get back at the twins for all of their cruelty!
Quinn, Zoe. The Caped 6th Grader: Totally Toxic. A Yearling Book, 2006.
j FIC Qui v.2
Zoe uses her super powers to help prove that the town factory is dumping something nasty in the river!
Scroggs, Kirk. Wiley and Grampa's Creature Features: Super Soccer Freak Show. Little, Brown and Company, 2007.
j FIC Scr v.4
Beware the contents of Nate Farkle's jelly donuts!
Friday, January 05, 2007
New Juvenile Titles in Spanish!
Herrera, Juan Felipe. The Upside Down Boy/El Nino de Cabeza. Children's Book Press, 2000.
Illustrated by Elizabeth Gomez
j 468 Her
Will Juanito always feel out of place at his new school?
Henkes, Kevin. La primera luna llena de Gatita. Greenwillow Books, 2004.
j 468 Hen
Written entirely in Spanish this is the Caldecott winner Kitten's First Full Moon!
Munoz, Isabel. Es Mio/It's Mine. Scholastic Inc., 2005.
Illustrated by Gustavo Mazali
j 468 Mun
Eric and Julieta fight over crayons and paper! What will Julieta use instead?
Munoz, Isabel. Donde esta Eric?/Where is Eric? Scholastic, Inc., 2005.
Illustrated by Gustavo Mazali
j 468 Mun
Why did Eric name his cat Eric?!
Munoz, Isabel. Como mama/Just Like Mom. Scholastic Inc., 2005.
Illustrated by Gustavo Mazali
j 468 Mun
See what happens when Eric helps Julieta play dress-up.
Valeri, Maria Eulalia, ad. The Hare and the Tortoise/La Liebre Y La Tortuga. Chronicle Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Max
j 468 Val
A bilingual version of the classic rabbit and turtle race!
Illustrated by Elizabeth Gomez
j 468 Her
Will Juanito always feel out of place at his new school?
Henkes, Kevin. La primera luna llena de Gatita. Greenwillow Books, 2004.
j 468 Hen
Written entirely in Spanish this is the Caldecott winner Kitten's First Full Moon!
Munoz, Isabel. Es Mio/It's Mine. Scholastic Inc., 2005.
Illustrated by Gustavo Mazali
j 468 Mun
Eric and Julieta fight over crayons and paper! What will Julieta use instead?
Munoz, Isabel. Donde esta Eric?/Where is Eric? Scholastic, Inc., 2005.
Illustrated by Gustavo Mazali
j 468 Mun
Why did Eric name his cat Eric?!
Munoz, Isabel. Como mama/Just Like Mom. Scholastic Inc., 2005.
Illustrated by Gustavo Mazali
j 468 Mun
See what happens when Eric helps Julieta play dress-up.
Valeri, Maria Eulalia, ad. The Hare and the Tortoise/La Liebre Y La Tortuga. Chronicle Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Max
j 468 Val
A bilingual version of the classic rabbit and turtle race!
Even More Picture Books for the New Year...
Ahlberg, Allan. The Runaway Dinner. Candlewick Press, 2006.
Illustrated by Bruce Ingman
j E Ahl
Will Banjo catch up to his dinner? Or will the peas, carrots, French fries and sausage end up in someone else's tummy?
Arnold, Marsha Diane. Roar of a Snore. Dial Books for Young Readers, 2006.
Illustrated by Pierre Pratt
j E Arn
Jack wakes up to very loud snoring and proceeds to find the culprit, even if it means waking up his entire family.
Beaty, Andrea. When Giants Come to Play. Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2006.
Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes
j E Bea
A delightful story about Anna and her giant friends!
Berenstain, Stan, and Jan. The Berenstain Bears Go On Vacation. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
Illustrated by Mike Berenstain
j E Ber
The Bear family takes a trip to the beach!
Bruel, Nick. Who Is Melvin Bubble? A Neal Porter Book, 2006.
j E Bru
Can the author get the truth about Melvin Bubble?
Child, Lauren. Snow is my Favorite and my Best. Dial Books for Young Readers, 2006.
j E Chi
Charlie and Lola return for a wintry jaunt from the North to South Pole!
Cronin, Doreen. Dooby Dooby Moo. Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2006.
Illustrated by Betsy Lewin
j E Cro
Farmer Brown is sure those animals are up to something and he is probably right!
Cumberbatch, Judy. Can You Hear the Sea? Bloomsbury Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max
j E Cum
Will Sarah ever be able to hear the sea instead of all the other noises around her?!
Daly, Niki. Welcome to Zanzibar Road. Clarion Books, 2006.
j E Dal
Mama Jumbo and Little Chico make quite a pair in this fun story!
Deacon, Alexis. While You Are Sleeping. Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2006.
j E Dea
What do you think your toys do while you are asleep?!
Ellery, Tom and Amanda. If I Had a Dragon. Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2006.
j E Ell
Who is more fun to play with: a dragon or a baby brother?
Estefan, Gloria. Noelle's Treasure Tale. Rayo/HarperCollins, 2006.
Illustrated by Michael Garland
j E Est
Noelle, a dog, and other animals look for treasure at the beach!
Floyd, Madeleine. Cold Paws, Warm Heart. Candlewick Press, 2006.
j E Flo
A message about the importance of friendship shines through this chilly tale.
Johnson, Paul Brett. On Top of Spaghetti. Scholastic Press, 2006.
Lyrics by Tom Glazer
j E Joh
A new twist on a very popular children's song!
Koontz, Robin. Up All Night Counting: A Pop-Up Book. Little Simon, 2006.
Paper Engineering by Bruce Foster
j E Koo
A counting book featuring nocturnal creatures!
McCarty, Peter. Moon Plane. Henry Holt and Company, 2006.
j E McC
The wonder of flight as seen through the imagination of a young boy!
McConnell, Sarah. Don't Mention Pirates. Barron's, 2006.
j E McC
Can Scarlet and her family give up the pirate life or will they find treasure?
McQuinn, Anna. Lola at the Library. Charlesbridge, 2006.
Illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw
j E McQ
Do you love the library as much as Lola?!
O'Connor, Jane. Snow Globe Family. G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2006.
Illustrated by S.D. Schindler
j E OCo
A cleverly told and illustrated tale of two families, one of which lives in a house, the other lives in the snow globe on the mantel of the house.
Rey, Margaret and H.A. Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2006.
Written by Catherine Hapka
Illustrated by Anna Grossnickle Hines
j E Rey
Will our favorite inquisitive monkey become a paleontologist?
Schaefer, Lola M. An Island Grows. Greenwillow Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Cathie Felstead
j E Sch
A brightly colored introduction to how islands are formed!
Smith, Linda. Mrs. Crump's Cat. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
Illustrated by David Roberts
j E Smi
See if an "exquisite, golden cat" wins over the heart of Mrs. Crump.
Sobel, June. Shiver Me Letters: A Pirate ABC. Harcourt Inc., 2006.
Illustrated by Henry Cole
j E Sob
Can a band of pirates find all the letters besides "RRRRRRRR?!"
Willis, Jeanne. Gorilla! Gorilla! Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2005.
Illustrated by Tony Ross
j E Wil
Will a mouse mama be eaten by a big gorilla?!
Illustrated by Bruce Ingman
j E Ahl
Will Banjo catch up to his dinner? Or will the peas, carrots, French fries and sausage end up in someone else's tummy?
Arnold, Marsha Diane. Roar of a Snore. Dial Books for Young Readers, 2006.
Illustrated by Pierre Pratt
j E Arn
Jack wakes up to very loud snoring and proceeds to find the culprit, even if it means waking up his entire family.
Beaty, Andrea. When Giants Come to Play. Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2006.
Illustrated by Kevin Hawkes
j E Bea
A delightful story about Anna and her giant friends!
Berenstain, Stan, and Jan. The Berenstain Bears Go On Vacation. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
Illustrated by Mike Berenstain
j E Ber
The Bear family takes a trip to the beach!
Bruel, Nick. Who Is Melvin Bubble? A Neal Porter Book, 2006.
j E Bru
Can the author get the truth about Melvin Bubble?
Child, Lauren. Snow is my Favorite and my Best. Dial Books for Young Readers, 2006.
j E Chi
Charlie and Lola return for a wintry jaunt from the North to South Pole!
Cronin, Doreen. Dooby Dooby Moo. Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2006.
Illustrated by Betsy Lewin
j E Cro
Farmer Brown is sure those animals are up to something and he is probably right!
Cumberbatch, Judy. Can You Hear the Sea? Bloomsbury Children's Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max
j E Cum
Will Sarah ever be able to hear the sea instead of all the other noises around her?!
Daly, Niki. Welcome to Zanzibar Road. Clarion Books, 2006.
j E Dal
Mama Jumbo and Little Chico make quite a pair in this fun story!
Deacon, Alexis. While You Are Sleeping. Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2006.
j E Dea
What do you think your toys do while you are asleep?!
Ellery, Tom and Amanda. If I Had a Dragon. Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2006.
j E Ell
Who is more fun to play with: a dragon or a baby brother?
Estefan, Gloria. Noelle's Treasure Tale. Rayo/HarperCollins, 2006.
Illustrated by Michael Garland
j E Est
Noelle, a dog, and other animals look for treasure at the beach!
Floyd, Madeleine. Cold Paws, Warm Heart. Candlewick Press, 2006.
j E Flo
A message about the importance of friendship shines through this chilly tale.
Johnson, Paul Brett. On Top of Spaghetti. Scholastic Press, 2006.
Lyrics by Tom Glazer
j E Joh
A new twist on a very popular children's song!
Koontz, Robin. Up All Night Counting: A Pop-Up Book. Little Simon, 2006.
Paper Engineering by Bruce Foster
j E Koo
A counting book featuring nocturnal creatures!
McCarty, Peter. Moon Plane. Henry Holt and Company, 2006.
j E McC
The wonder of flight as seen through the imagination of a young boy!
McConnell, Sarah. Don't Mention Pirates. Barron's, 2006.
j E McC
Can Scarlet and her family give up the pirate life or will they find treasure?
McQuinn, Anna. Lola at the Library. Charlesbridge, 2006.
Illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw
j E McQ
Do you love the library as much as Lola?!
O'Connor, Jane. Snow Globe Family. G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2006.
Illustrated by S.D. Schindler
j E OCo
A cleverly told and illustrated tale of two families, one of which lives in a house, the other lives in the snow globe on the mantel of the house.
Rey, Margaret and H.A. Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2006.
Written by Catherine Hapka
Illustrated by Anna Grossnickle Hines
j E Rey
Will our favorite inquisitive monkey become a paleontologist?
Schaefer, Lola M. An Island Grows. Greenwillow Books, 2006.
Illustrated by Cathie Felstead
j E Sch
A brightly colored introduction to how islands are formed!
Smith, Linda. Mrs. Crump's Cat. HarperCollins Publishers, 2006.
Illustrated by David Roberts
j E Smi
See if an "exquisite, golden cat" wins over the heart of Mrs. Crump.
Sobel, June. Shiver Me Letters: A Pirate ABC. Harcourt Inc., 2006.
Illustrated by Henry Cole
j E Sob
Can a band of pirates find all the letters besides "RRRRRRRR?!"
Willis, Jeanne. Gorilla! Gorilla! Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2005.
Illustrated by Tony Ross
j E Wil
Will a mouse mama be eaten by a big gorilla?!
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