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Leo grew up in the sea. He has a family of sea lions he loves. He's happy, but he has always known he was different. Then Leo's suddenly reunited with his human parents, and he finds he loves them too. But he still feels like a fish out of water. Being from two worlds and having two families isn't so easy. Leo has a lot to figure out ... Splashed with humor and grounded in heart, this brightly illustrated story explores ideas of family, home, and...
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2018.
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If your mom says to get ready to play at the beach, she means with a boat, or a Frisbee, or a shovel. She is NOT talking about the piano. But Magnolia is a little girl with a big idea, determination, and one very heavy upright piano that, she insists, she needs to take with her. What's the worst that can happen? In a riotous series of mishaps, Magnolia quickly learns that-not surprisingly-a piano doesn't mix well with sand, sun, and seagulls!
7) Clownfish
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2020.
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A clownfish darts into the tentacles of a sea anemone. Safe at last! Other fish don't stand a chance against the anemone's painful stings. But the clownfish is immune! This special skill is one of many adaptations detailed in this simple title clownfish in coral reefs. Special features include additional information such as range, conservation status, life span, and diet.
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2020.
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"An uplifting message of hope for the future and pride in your history, inspired by a mother's experience of being the only Black child in her classroom. Who do you see when you look in the mirror? Emphasizing the strength, creativity, and courage passed down through generations, A History of Me offers a joyful new perspective on how we look at history and an uplifting message for the future. Being the only brown girl in a classroom full of white...
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2020.
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"If you come to Earth, there are a few things you need to know. We live in all kinds of places, in all kinds of homes, in all kinds of families. Each of us is different, but we are all amazing. Together, we share one beautiful planet. This masterful and moving picture book is a visually comprehensive guide to the earth, imbued with warmth and humor."--Amazon.com.
10) Mountain goats
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2020.
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Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to mountain goats.
11) UFOs
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2020.
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"Engaging images accompany information about UFOs. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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2021.
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""Our school has almost nothing. A blackboard, some chairs, a teacher." The teacher is there at the door waiting for them every day. And this day they are taking whatever art supplies they can come up with and going outdoors to draw. And out there, amongst the trees, the mountains the huge boulders, the river are--dinosaurs--of every kind. And a squirrel. From children's book stars Jairo Buitrago and Rafael Yockteng comes this wonderful story of a...
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2021.
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What is friendship? Join three good friends as they discover what real friendship means. They start a race, but decide to finish it together, helping a friend who got in trouble. This book will teach children positive friendship skills like sharing, supporting, and helping each other. English Russian Bilingual Children's Book. Perfect for kids learning English or Russian as their second language.
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2021.
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Dragons, Chimeras, and Hydras, oh my! Come explore Miss Turie's Magic Creatures, the most exotic pet store you've ever seen! Miss Turie guarantees to "have the pet that's right for you," but can she find a match for her toughest customer yet? Told in an upbeat, fast-paced rhyme, children will laugh as they learn about mythical creatures and contemplate what they might be like as a household pet. Following the story is a catalog of each featured creature...
16) Platypuses
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2021.
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Platypuses are some of the worlds weirdest mammals! They may look strange, but their duck bills and flat bodies help them thrive in the wetlands. These are just a few of the many adaptations explored in this leveled title for young readers. Alongside the text are bright photos and special features that highlight the animals range, physical adaptations, and diet. Readers will come away with a new understanding of fascinating platypuses!
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2021.
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English Korean Bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English or Korean as their second language. Jimmy the little bunny goes to the beach with his family. There he learns about the importance of helping others. When Jimmy's sandcastle is destroyed by the wave, they work together to build the bigger and better one. Everything works out better when we help each other.
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2021.
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Frustrated by a day full of teachers and classmates mispronouncing her beautiful name, a little girl tells her mother she never wants to come back to school. In response, the girl's mother teaches her about the musicality of African, Asian, Black-American, Latinx, and Middle Eastern names on their lyrical walk home through the city. Empowered by this newfound understanding, the young girl is ready to return the next day to share her knowledge with...
20) Bear Island
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2022.
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Louise and her family are sad over the loss of their beloved dog, Charlie. "Life will not be the same," Louise says, as she visits a little island that Charlie loved. But on a visit to the island after Charlie's death, something strange happens: She meets a bear. At first, she's afraid, but soon she realizes that the bear is sad, too. As Louise visits more often, she realizes that getting over loss takes time. And just when she starts to feel better,...