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Scaredy Squirrel at the beach /

Watt, Mélanie, 1975-


School Library Journal, May 2008. Booklist, June 2008. Horn Book, October 2008. Kirkus Review, March 2008. Resource Links, June 2008. the sun is shining and it''s time for a vacation, Scaredy does not want to go to the beach -- that vast, frightening place where a squirrel could get stranded. (Not to mention other hazards such as sea monsters, falling coconuts, seagulls, pirates and lobsters.) Instead, Scaredy builds his own safe beach getaway under his nut tree, complete with germ-free inflatable pool, artificial beach scenery, a flashlight and a plastic flamingo. Still, the lure of the genuine beach is strong -- even a dedicated homebody such as Scaredy can''t resist it forever. Can his back-up plans save him from its perils? Will his No.65 sunscreen protect his delicate complexion?
Date Published:2008

School Library Journal, May 2008. Booklist, June 2008. Horn Book, October 2008. Kirkus Review, March 2008. Resource Links, June 2008. the sun is shining and it''s time for a vacation, Scaredy does not want to go to the beach -- that vast, frightening place where a squirrel could get stranded. (Not to mention other hazards such as sea monsters, falling coconuts, seagulls, pirates and lobsters.) Instead, Scaredy builds his own safe beach getaway under his nut tree, complete with germ-free inflatable pool, artificial beach scenery, a flashlight and a plastic flamingo. Still, the lure of the genuine beach is strong -- even a dedicated homebody such as Scaredy can''t resist it forever. Can his back-up plans save him from its perils? Will his No.65 sunscreen protect his delicate complexion?

Date Published:2008

Hammerhead vs. bull shark /

Pallotta, Jerry.


Contains facts about hammerhead sharks and bull sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, teeth, and abilities.
Date Published:2011

Freckle juice /

Blume, Judy.


"A Yearling book." Wilson's Children. Elem. School Library Collection. School Library Journal. Andrew wants freckles so badly that he buys Sharon's freckle recipe for fifty cents.
Date Published:1971

Smile /

Telgemeier, Raina.


Publisher's Weekly, December 2009. Booklist, December 2009. Kirkus Review, January 2010. Publisher's Weekly. Booklist. Kirkus Review. The author relates, in graphic form, her experiences after she injured her two front teeth and had to have surgeries and wear embarrassing braces and headgear, all the while also dealing with the trials and tribulations of middle school.
Date Published:2010

Anne of Green Gables /

Montgomery, L. M, 1874-1942. (Lucy Maud)


Originally published: 1908. School Library Journal. Wilson's Children. Elem. School Library Collection. Child Study Children's Book Committee. Horn Book. Anne, an eleven-year-old orphan, is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm and proceeds to make an indelible impression on everyone around her. Includes review questions.
Date Published:1908

A hole new world : Popularmmos /

Pat + Jen (YouTube personality)


"When Pat and Jen stumble into a hidden hole while playing hide-and-seek, they find that they're trapped in a dangerous underworld and that their good friend, Bomby, has been kidnapped! Now it's up to our daring duo and their 'friend' Carter to battle the zombies, find the castle, and get back home before it's too late"--Amazon.
Date Published:2018

Brachiosaurus /

Nunn, Daniel.


Includes index. The dinosaurs -- Brachiosaurus -- How do we know? -- Fossil quiz -- Picture glossary. Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.). Science Books & Films (A.A.A.S.), July 2007. Simple text and illustrations describe the brachiosaurus; discussing its physical features, movement, and behaviors.
Date Published:2007

Runt /

Bauer, Marion Dane.


"A Dell Yearling book." Wilson's Children. School Library Journal. Booklist starred. Runt, the smallest wolf cub in the litter, seeks to prove himself to his father King and the rest of the pack and to earn a new name.
Date Published:2002

Dog Man : Grime and punishment /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


The Supa Buddies bamboozled the baddies, but all's not right in the world. Dog Man has a new problem to pound, and he's going to need his entire pack to help him. Will he go barking up the wrong tree?
Date Published:2020

Charlie and the chocolate factory /

Dahl, Roald.


Elem. School Library Collection, June 2000. Book Links (A.L.A.), July 2006. Booklist, October 2013. New York Times, January 2014. Booklist. New York Times. Elem. School Library Collection. Book Links (A.L.A.). Booklist. New York Times. Each of five children lucky enough to discover an entry ticket into Mr. Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory takes advantage of the situation in his own way.
Date Published:1964

Junk-pile Jennifer /

Green, John F.



Date Published:1991

Angela's airplane /

Munsch, Robert N., 1945-


A five-year-old girl gets lost at the airport and takes off in an airplane.
Date Published:1988

Green eggs and ham /

Seuss, Dr.


"Beginner books." Wilson's Children. Library Journal. Booklist. Book Links (A.L.A.). Wilson's Children, October 2010. Book Links (A.L.A.), July 2006. Library Journal. Booklist. In verse, Sam-I-am tells of the virtues of green eggs and ham.
Date Published:1960

Scaredy Squirrel at night /

Watt, Mélanie, 1975-


Scaredy never sleeps -- sleep might mean bad dreams about dragons, ghosts, vampire bats and polka-dot monsters. Our wide-eyed hero has a plan: stay awake all night, every night. Between counting stars, playing cymbals and making scrapbooks, he does a good job of avoiding dreamland. With exhaustion taking its toll, Scaredy comes face-to-face with an alarming horoscope prediction: All his dreams are about to come true! He must prepare for the worst and his Bad Dream Action Plan includes a fire extinguisher to snuff out dragons and a fan to blast away ghosts. But when disaster strikes, will Scaredy survive this ordeal? Will he thank his lucky stars? Will he find sweet dreams? Scaredy Squirrel at Night tackles a fear everyone -- and especially the young -- can relate to. It''s a bedtime story to make light of kids'' fear of the dark and a fable for our sleep-deprived society.
Date Published:2009

Scaredy never sleeps -- sleep might mean bad dreams about dragons, ghosts, vampire bats and polka-dot monsters. Our wide-eyed hero has a plan: stay awake all night, every night. Between counting stars, playing cymbals and making scrapbooks, he does a good job of avoiding dreamland. With exhaustion taking its toll, Scaredy comes face-to-face with an alarming horoscope prediction: All his dreams are about to come true! He must prepare for the worst and his Bad Dream Action Plan includes a fire extinguisher to snuff out dragons and a fan to blast away ghosts. But when disaster strikes, will Scaredy survive this ordeal? Will he thank his lucky stars? Will he find sweet dreams? Scaredy Squirrel at Night tackles a fear everyone -- and especially the young -- can relate to. It''s a bedtime story to make light of kids'' fear of the dark and a fable for our sleep-deprived society.

Date Published:2009

No, David! /

Shannon, David, 1959-


Wilson's Children. Elem. School Library Collection. School Library Journal starred. Wilson's Children, October 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 1999. Wilson's Children, October 2006. Elem. School Library Collection, June 2000. School Library Journal starred, August 1998. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), February 1999. Booklist, September 1998. Kirkus Starred, August 1998. New York Times, November 1998. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), September 1998. Christian Library, November 2004. Caldecott Medal/Honor. Part of the Social Emotional Stories Kit. A young boy is depicted doing a variety of naughty things for which he is repeatedly admonished, but finally he gets a hug.
Date Published:1998

Wilson's Children. Elem. School Library Collection. School Library Journal starred. Wilson's Children, October 2010. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 1999. Wilson's Children, October 2006. Elem. School Library Collection, June 2000. School Library Journal starred, August 1998. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), February 1999. Booklist, September 1998. Kirkus Starred, August 1998. New York Times, November 1998. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), September 1998. Christian Library, November 2004. Caldecott Medal/Honor. Part of the Social Emotional Stories Kit. A young boy is depicted doing a variety of naughty things for which he is repeatedly admonished, but finally he gets a hug.

Date Published:1998

A tale of two kitties /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


Horn Book. Horn Book, April 2018. School Library Journal. Kirkus Review. School Library Journal, August 2017. Kirkus Review, June 2017. Dog Man hasn't always been a paws-itive addition to the police force. While he can muzzle miscreants, he tends to leave a slick of slobber in his wake! This time, Petey the cat's dragged in a tiny bit of trouble -- a double in the form of a super-cute kitten. Dog Man will have to work twice as hard to bust these furballs and remain top dog!
Date Published:2017

Horn Book. Horn Book, April 2018. School Library Journal. Kirkus Review. School Library Journal, August 2017. Kirkus Review, June 2017. Dog Man hasn't always been a paws-itive addition to the police force. While he can muzzle miscreants, he tends to leave a slick of slobber in his wake! This time, Petey the cat's dragged in a tiny bit of trouble -- a double in the form of a super-cute kitten. Dog Man will have to work twice as hard to bust these furballs and remain top dog!

Date Published:2017

Don't let the pigeon stay up late! /

Willems, Mo.


School Library Journal starred. Pub Weekly. Booklist. A pigeon fights yawns while coming up with many reasons why it should be allowed to stay up late.
Date Published:2006

Jumanji /

Van Allsburg, Chris.


Wilson's Children. Elem. School Library Collection. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.). Left on their own for an afternoon, two bored and restless children find more excitement than they bargained for in a mysterious and mystical jungle adventure board game.
Date Published:1981

Killer whale vs. great white shark /

Pallotta, Jerry.


Contains facts about killer whales and great white sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
Date Published:2009

Arthur's Christmas /

Brown, Marc.


Elem. School Library Collection. School Library Journal. Booklist. Arthur puts a lot of time, effort, and thought into his special present for Santa Claus.
Date Published:1984