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The Bigfoot Files by Lindsay Eagar

Twelve-year-old Miranda Cho is a straight-A student, president of the student council, and extremely practical. Her mother Kat is an eccentric cryptozoologist who drives a Critter Mobile and runs a...

  • 5 stars out of 5

Cat Nap by Toni Yuly

Kitten is up and ready to play, while Cat is ready for his afternoon nap. Will a game of hide-and-seek distract Kitten, so Cat can nap? As Kitten searches for...

Posted by on February 12, 2019

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First Generation: 36 Trailblazing Immigrants and Refugees Who Make America Great by Agata Nowicka, Rich Wallace, and Sandra Neil Wallace

For over a century, immigrants and refugees from around the world have made important contributions to the United States in areas such as politics, sports, entertainment, art, and science. From...

  • 4 stars out of 5

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison

Throughout history, black women – from virtual unknowns to luminaries – have been leading the way in medicine, law, the arts, sports and more, but they have not always been...

  • 3 stars out of 5

5 Worlds: The Sand Warrior by Alexis Siegel, Boya Sun, Mark Siegel, Matthew Rockefeller, and Xanthe Bouma

The five worlds are dying. Mon Domani and its five moons (Toki, Salassandra, Moon Yatta, and Grimbo (E)) are overheating, causing a massive drought that is affecting the lives of...

Posted by on January 10, 2019

  • 5 stars out of 5

Hello Humpback! by Roy Henry Vickers

Explore the natural world of the Pacific Northwest and greet the animals that call it home, in authors Roy Henry Vicker and Robert Budd’s board book, Hello Humpback! Each stanza...

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Bear’s Scare by Jacob Grant

Bear’s Scare is an utterly charming, delightfully illustrated story about a very tidy bear, a friend in need, and an unexpected visitor (I’m going to warn you right now, this...

Posted by on December 12, 2018

  • 4 stars out of 5

Mac B., Kid Spy: Mac Undercover by Mac Barnett

Mac B. may be a kid, but he’s also the Queen of England’s newest secret agent. This wacky, almost-autobiographical adventure follows young, international best-selling author Mac Barnett on his search...

Posted by on November 25, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

Never Touch A Spider by Rosie Greening

Readers are introduced to a variety of bugs and cautioned to never touch these insects unless fantastical conditions are met. Never Touch a Spider is a silly edition to an...

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The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls by Claire Legrand

Victoria Wright's best friend Lawrence has disappeared and no one is talking about it. Victoria must decide to keep up with her perfect routine or start investigating. With more children...

  • 4 stars out of 5

Rat Attack by Molly Coxe

Gram is making jam for Ann, Fran, and Stan, but she better beware. Nat the Rat likes jam too! Nat, Pat, and Matt appear in various disguises in an attempt...

Posted by on October 31, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

Up by Pete Docter

With an emotional opening, a dramatic journey, and feel-good ending full of warm fuzzies, Up is bound to appeal to viewers of any age.

Posted by on October 18, 2018

  • 5 stars out of 5

Besos For Baby: A Little Book of Kisses by Jen Arena

Celebrate kisses, as gestures of love and friendship, in this bilingual board book. Baby wants kisses and loves sharing them with her parents, pets, and nature. Readers are introduced to...

  • 5 stars out of 5

The Cardboard Kingdom by Chad Sell

The Cardboard Kingdom shows that every kid not only belongs in an adventure, but also deserves to have a hand in creating it.

  • 4 stars out of 5

The Un-Friendship Bracelet (Craftily Ever After) by Martha Maker

This first in the Craftily Ever After series introduces two best friends, Maddie and Emily, who love to create together. When new girl Bella joins their classroom, Maddie begins a...

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