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The hidden rainbow

Matheson, Christie,


E_NATURE. Illustrations and simple, rhyming text invite the reader to uncover the rainbow of colors hidden in a garden, which helps flowers bloom and bees find food. Includes facts about bees and their importance.
Date Published:2020

A normal pig

Steele, K-Fai,


"Pip is a normal pig who does normal stuff: cooking, painting, and dreaming of what she'll be when she grows up. But one day a new pig comes to school and starts pointing out all the ways in which Pip is different. Suddenly she doesn't like any of the same things she used to...the things that made her Pip. A wonderful springboard for conversations with children, at home and in the classroom, about diversity and difference."--Amazon.com.
Date Published:2019

"Pip is a normal pig who does normal stuff: cooking, painting, and dreaming of what she'll be when she grows up. But one day a new pig comes to school and starts pointing out all the ways in which Pip is different. Suddenly she doesn't like any of the same things she used to...the things that made her Pip. A wonderful springboard for conversations with children, at home and in the classroom, about diversity and difference."--Amazon.com.

Date Published:2019

The day the crayons quit

Daywalt, Drew.


E_FAVORITES letters - colors E.B. White Read Aloud Award - cover. When Duncan arrives at school one morning, he finds a stack of letters, one from each of his crayons, complaining about how he uses them.
Date Published:2013

Sharon, Lois & Bram's Peanut butter and jelly

Hampson, Randi,


From the creators of Skinnamarink comes another picture book based on the classic sandwich song made famous by this beloved trio of children's entertainers. First you dig the peanuts and you dig 'em, you dig 'em, you dig 'em, dig 'em, dig 'em. Peanut, peanut butter, Jelly! Sharon, Lois & Bram invite readers to join them on an adventure to a magical place where a diverse group of animals and children come together to create the most delicious of snacks: a peanut butter and jelly sandwich!
Date Published:2023

From the creators of Skinnamarink comes another picture book based on the classic sandwich song made famous by this beloved trio of children's entertainers. First you dig the peanuts and you dig 'em, you dig 'em, you dig 'em, dig 'em, dig 'em. Peanut, peanut butter, Jelly! Sharon, Lois & Bram invite readers to join them on an adventure to a magical place where a diverse group of animals and children come together to create the most delicious of snacks: a peanut butter and jelly sandwich!

Date Published:2023

Blue Badger and the beautiful berry

Lewis-Jones, Huw,


Life is good for Badger, bumbling about and eating berries day and night. His friends accept him, Dog's favourite ball has been recovered, and he is finally master of his own destiny. Until another badger turns up and takes a liking to his berries...Can Badger learn to share? Is there more to life than berries? Every new friend is a new adventure. This funny, witty and whimsical title is the latest installment from the Blue Badger series, following the lovable badger and his sometimes awkward attempts to navigate life.
Date Published:2023

Life is good for Badger, bumbling about and eating berries day and night. His friends accept him, Dog's favourite ball has been recovered, and he is finally master of his own destiny. Until another badger turns up and takes a liking to his berries...Can Badger learn to share? Is there more to life than berries? Every new friend is a new adventure. This funny, witty and whimsical title is the latest installment from the Blue Badger series, following the lovable badger and his sometimes awkward attempts to navigate life.

Date Published:2023

Blue Badger and the big breakfast

Lewis-Jones, Huw,


"It's breakfast time. Life is sweet. Badger has so much to eat...but now Dog is sad. Can Badger help his friend find what's missing?"--Page 4 of color.
Date Published:2022

We're different, we're the same : featuring Jim Henson's Sesame Street Muppets

Kates, Bobbi Jane


Illustrations and simple rhyming text show that while the body parts of various human and Muppet characters may look different, they have similar uses. community races racism.
Date Published:1992

Chaiwala!

Maheshwari, Priti Birla,


When their train makes a ten-minute stop at the station in Jaipur, a young girl and her mother hurry to get in line for a cup of chai. The girl orders two cups, and then delights in watching the chaiwala at work-grinding the spices, adding scoops of tea leaves and sugar to the bubbling, boiling milk, then cooling the chai by pouring it from high, back and forth, back and forth-the girl is mesmerized. With a biscuit and a rusk added to their order, mother and child find a spot in the crowded station to rest and enjoy the moment. And that first sip.... aaaahhh. Then it's time to wave goodbye to the chaiwala and hurry back to their train to continue their journey.
Date Published:2021

When their train makes a ten-minute stop at the station in Jaipur, a young girl and her mother hurry to get in line for a cup of chai. The girl orders two cups, and then delights in watching the chaiwala at work-grinding the spices, adding scoops of tea leaves and sugar to the bubbling, boiling milk, then cooling the chai by pouring it from high, back and forth, back and forth-the girl is mesmerized. With a biscuit and a rusk added to their order, mother and child find a spot in the crowded station to rest and enjoy the moment. And that first sip.... aaaahhh. Then it's time to wave goodbye to the chaiwala and hurry back to their train to continue their journey.

Date Published:2021

Beavers

Hodge, Deborah.


Includes index. How beavers dam ponds and build lodges are just a few of the topics found in this book. You'll find out why beavers chew on trees, where they give birth and raise their young, how they escape danger and much more.
Date Published:1998

We planted a tree

Muldrow, Diane,


Simple text reveals the benefits of planting a single tree, both to those who see it grow and to the world as a whole.
Date Published:2010

Chi Chi's story : how a heroic dog spread joy one step at a time

Andrus, Aubre,


"When the Howell family adopted Chi Chi, no one knew if this quadruple amputee golden retriever would ever run again. Chi Chi needed prosthetic limbs to help her walk on her own, and finding the right fit was sure to be a challenge. But this determined dog soon showed the world she could overcome any obstacle. And Chi Chi did it all while spreading hope, joy, and inspiration every step of the way!" --
Date Published:2025

"When the Howell family adopted Chi Chi, no one knew if this quadruple amputee golden retriever would ever run again. Chi Chi needed prosthetic limbs to help her walk on her own, and finding the right fit was sure to be a challenge. But this determined dog soon showed the world she could overcome any obstacle. And Chi Chi did it all while spreading hope, joy, and inspiration every step of the way!" --

Date Published:2025

Just like home : Kitten delivery

Downing, Erin Soderberg,


Siblings Ruby and Henry have an unusual kind of home life compared to their friends. Their family operates an animal sanctuary with a unique collection of full-time pet residents: a pig, a dog, the world's bossiest cat, two silly goats, and a llama who thinks he's a human. Not to mention, Ruby and Henry's mom is also a vet at the animal clinic in town. Let's just say, when it comes to animals, it's hard for Ruby and Henry's family to say noespecially when they stumble upon a litter of abandoned kittens on the side of the road. With seven new house guests with seven very different personalities, it's only fitting to name them after the seven dwarfs. The hard part is going to be finding good homes for each unique kitten. If anyone can do it, it's Ruby and Henry. But first, they're going to need to keep their new campers feeling safe and well taken care of while they grow big and strong enough to be adopted. And as it turns out, this will be harder than it seems...
Date Published:2026

Siblings Ruby and Henry have an unusual kind of home life compared to their friends. Their family operates an animal sanctuary with a unique collection of full-time pet residents: a pig, a dog, the world's bossiest cat, two silly goats, and a llama who thinks he's a human. Not to mention, Ruby and Henry's mom is also a vet at the animal clinic in town. Let's just say, when it comes to animals, it's hard for Ruby and Henry's family to say noespecially when they stumble upon a litter of abandoned kittens on the side of the road. With seven new house guests with seven very different personalities, it's only fitting to name them after the seven dwarfs. The hard part is going to be finding good homes for each unique kitten. If anyone can do it, it's Ruby and Henry. But first, they're going to need to keep their new campers feeling safe and well taken care of while they grow big and strong enough to be adopted. And as it turns out, this will be harder than it seems...

Date Published:2026

A bite in the night

Gough, Julian, 1966-,


Rabbit is surprised: some of the trees in the valley seem to be flying south for the winter. His friend Bear is sure that trees can't fly. .
Date Published:2020

Just like home : love rolls in

Downing, Erin Soderberg,


"Siblings Ruby and Henry have an unusual kind of home life compared to their friends. Their family operates an animal sanctuary with a unique collection of full-time pet residents: a pig, a dog, the world's bossiest cat, two silly goats, and a llama who thinks he's a human. Not to mention, Ruby and Henry's mom is also a vet at the animal clinic in town. Let's just say, when it comes to animals, it's hard for Ruby and Henry's family to say no. But a couple months ago, their parents decided that the farm is full. No additional resident farm animals. No more fosters. Of course, rules are meant to be broken... A scared puppy has just arrived at their mom's clinic, and he's lost mobility in his back legs because of an injury. What's worse is that the newly named Arlo clearly knows he's been abandoned. But with Ruby's builder brain, Henry's heart, and a little bit of kindness from their ragtag group of animals at the sanctuary, they might just be able to teach Arlo how to trust again"--
Date Published:2026

"Siblings Ruby and Henry have an unusual kind of home life compared to their friends. Their family operates an animal sanctuary with a unique collection of full-time pet residents: a pig, a dog, the world's bossiest cat, two silly goats, and a llama who thinks he's a human. Not to mention, Ruby and Henry's mom is also a vet at the animal clinic in town. Let's just say, when it comes to animals, it's hard for Ruby and Henry's family to say no. But a couple months ago, their parents decided that the farm is full. No additional resident farm animals. No more fosters. Of course, rules are meant to be broken... A scared puppy has just arrived at their mom's clinic, and he's lost mobility in his back legs because of an injury. What's worse is that the newly named Arlo clearly knows he's been abandoned. But with Ruby's builder brain, Henry's heart, and a little bit of kindness from their ragtag group of animals at the sanctuary, they might just be able to teach Arlo how to trust again"--

Date Published:2026

Smiley

Ross, M. C.,


"If there's one thing Smiley, a young Pit bull, knows how to do, it's, well ... smile! She's had her infectious smile since she can remember, and it brings everyone around her -- including herself! -- joy. So when she's adopted by a lovely family in Boston, Smiley doesn't expect anyone to dislike her. But she quickly learns that, sadly, Pit bulls have a reputation for being mean, and even Smiley's characteristic smile won't be enough to make everyone love her, and her smile begins to fade ... As Smiley learns to navigate a world where she's judged by her appearance, she'll find a way to change the hearts and minds of those around her. And maybe --just maybe -- she'll find a reason to smile once more."--Amazon.
Date Published:2025

"If there's one thing Smiley, a young Pit bull, knows how to do, it's, well ... smile! She's had her infectious smile since she can remember, and it brings everyone around her -- including herself! -- joy. So when she's adopted by a lovely family in Boston, Smiley doesn't expect anyone to dislike her. But she quickly learns that, sadly, Pit bulls have a reputation for being mean, and even Smiley's characteristic smile won't be enough to make everyone love her, and her smile begins to fade ... As Smiley learns to navigate a world where she's judged by her appearance, she'll find a way to change the hearts and minds of those around her. And maybe --just maybe -- she'll find a reason to smile once more."--Amazon.

Date Published:2025

Outfoxed

McMullen-Ciotti, Elise,


Twelve-year-old Skye has just rescued a baby fox she's named Kitkat, with the help of her Park Ranger cousin Braeden. Skye would usually release the fox back into the wild as soon as it's healed, but this baby fox was injured by a trap. No one hurts a baby animal and gets away with it as long as Skye's around, and now she's on a mission to find the poacher! When Skye takes Kitkat to the vet, she meets a quiet girl named Ivy. To Skye's surprise, Ivy decides to join in on the investigation and a friendship starts to form between the girls. But will these new friends uncover the true identity of the poacher and safely release Kitkat back into the wild?
Date Published:2025

Twelve-year-old Skye has just rescued a baby fox she's named Kitkat, with the help of her Park Ranger cousin Braeden. Skye would usually release the fox back into the wild as soon as it's healed, but this baby fox was injured by a trap. No one hurts a baby animal and gets away with it as long as Skye's around, and now she's on a mission to find the poacher! When Skye takes Kitkat to the vet, she meets a quiet girl named Ivy. To Skye's surprise, Ivy decides to join in on the investigation and a friendship starts to form between the girls. But will these new friends uncover the true identity of the poacher and safely release Kitkat back into the wild?

Date Published:2025

Where wolves don't die

Treuer, Anton,


"Ezra Cloud hates living in Northeast Minneapolis. His father is a professor of their language, Ojibwe, at a local college, so they have to be there. But Ezra hates the dirty, polluted snow around them. He hates being away from the rez at Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation. And he hates the local bully in his neighborhood, Matt Schroeder, who terrorizes Ezra and his friend Nora George. Ezra gets into a terrible fight with Matt at school defending Nora, and that same night, Matt's house burns down. Instantly, Ezra becomes a prime suspect. Knowing he won't get a fair deal, and knowing his innocence, Ezra's family sends him away to run traplines with his grandfather in a remote part of Canada, while the investigation is ongoing. But the Schroeders are looking for him..."--Amazon.
Date Published:2024

"Ezra Cloud hates living in Northeast Minneapolis. His father is a professor of their language, Ojibwe, at a local college, so they have to be there. But Ezra hates the dirty, polluted snow around them. He hates being away from the rez at Nigigoonsiminikaaning First Nation. And he hates the local bully in his neighborhood, Matt Schroeder, who terrorizes Ezra and his friend Nora George. Ezra gets into a terrible fight with Matt at school defending Nora, and that same night, Matt's house burns down. Instantly, Ezra becomes a prime suspect. Knowing he won't get a fair deal, and knowing his innocence, Ezra's family sends him away to run traplines with his grandfather in a remote part of Canada, while the investigation is ongoing. But the Schroeders are looking for him..."--Amazon.

Date Published:2024

Squished

Lloyd, Megan Wagner,


Eleven-year-old Avery Lee loves living in Hickory Valley, Maryland. She loves her neighborhood and school and the end-of-summer fair she always goes to with her two best friends. But she's tired of feeling squished by her six siblings! They're noisy and chaotic and the younger kids all love her a little too much. Avery hatches a plan to finally get her own room, all while trying to get Max to sleep at night, navigating changes in her friendships, and working on an art entry for the fair. But Avery soon learns there are worse things than not having her own room, when she finds out her family might move across the country.
Date Published:2023

Eleven-year-old Avery Lee loves living in Hickory Valley, Maryland. She loves her neighborhood and school and the end-of-summer fair she always goes to with her two best friends. But she's tired of feeling squished by her six siblings! They're noisy and chaotic and the younger kids all love her a little too much. Avery hatches a plan to finally get her own room, all while trying to get Max to sleep at night, navigating changes in her friendships, and working on an art entry for the fair. But Avery soon learns there are worse things than not having her own room, when she finds out her family might move across the country.

Date Published:2023

The day the mac 'n' cheese ran out

Haddow, Swapna,


"2"--spine. "In a world where all animals have superpowers, Zeb the zebra, Margarine the penguin, and Barry the lemur have the WORST powers of all. But worst is about to get truly terrible when Marge mysteriously loses her Mac'n' Cheese-making power and the three friends come face-to-face with a hangry lion! Is Zeb about to get roasted?--back cover.
Date Published:2026

Flash flood

Prendergast, Gabrielle,


This book contains features that make reading print books easier for people with dyslexia. These features may include any or all of the following: dyslexia-friendly font, hi-lo content, justified text, off-white paper, and heavier weight paper. "In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, foster brothers Zack and Peter pull together to survive after a flash flood leaves them stranded in an evacuated neighborhood of their riverside town"--
Date Published:2024

This book contains features that make reading print books easier for people with dyslexia. These features may include any or all of the following: dyslexia-friendly font, hi-lo content, justified text, off-white paper, and heavier weight paper. "In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, foster brothers Zack and Peter pull together to survive after a flash flood leaves them stranded in an evacuated neighborhood of their riverside town"--

Date Published:2024