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Reading Around the World | Picture Books

  Blending striking artwork, captivating storytelling, and universal themes, these recently published picture books provide glimpses at the day-to-day lives of children across the globe. Share these...

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Gardens Galore: Embrace Spring with These Great Books

From flower blossoms to farmers’ market bounty to familial affection, these fun-to-share picture books celebrate all sorts of growing things and nurture an appreciation of backyard nature. Anywhere...

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Explore the Natural World | Big Books for Browsing

Go big and go home—to planet Earth, that is—with four fact-packed, boldly illustrated, oversize books that delve into the many and multifaceted wonders of nature. Perfect for classroom browsing or...

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Great Books About Summer

Jump into the season with these hot-off-the-press, delightful-to-share picture books. And Then Comes Summer. by Tom Brenner. illus. by Jaime Kim. Candlewick. May 2017. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780763660710....

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Flaps, Folds, and Facts: Adventuring with Interactive Books

  These handsomely illustrated interactive books are not only enjoyable to explore, but they also encourage basic literacy skills and learning, provide informational content, and inspire curiosity and...

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The Skinny on Sharks: Scintillating Summer Reads

Discovery Channel’s Shark Week 2017 kicks off on Sunday July 23 with “Phelps Vs. Shark: The Battle for Ocean Supremacy,” a showdown that pits the world-record-holding Olympian against a great white...

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Easy as 1-2-3 | The Best of the New Math Books

Engagingly presented and packed with child appeal, these titles can fuel interest in mathematics and increase understanding and retention of basic concepts. From enchanting picture books to engrossing...

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Blast from the (Recent) Past: 13 Great Middle Grade and YA

Set between 1969 and 2010, these works of historical fiction take readers back to a time that seems at once modern and long ago, a period characterized by burgeoning technology now obsolete,...

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Smiles of Bibliophiles: Celebrating Books and Reading

  International Literacy Day, a global observance promoted by the United Nations to underscore the importance of literacy to empower individuals, communities, and societies, is celebrated each year in...

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Falling for Fall: Great Books To Celebrate the Season

Jump into the season with these stunningly illustrated and fun-to-share picture books that accentuate the observable characteristics of autumn while conveying the sense of wonder inherent in nature’s...

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The Power of Possibility: Dreamers Who Changed the World

  Why do we need dreamers? Dreamers have the power to change the world by envisioning new ways of doing things, coming up with innovative ideas, combating powerlessness with possibility, looking beyond...

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A Passion for Words: Three Bibliophiles Who Changed the World

These captivating picture book biographies introduce three fascinating individuals whose passion for words translated into personal achievements that changed the world. Rousingly written and handsomely...

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The Life and Times of Frederick Douglass | A Bibliography

A selected bibliography in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass.

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Great Books: Sweet Treats for Valentine’s Day

Warm up a brisk winter day by showcasing satisfying picture books that abound with sweet valentine wishes, affable hugs and kisses, and the heartfelt affection shared by family and friends.

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Amazing Animals, From the Pectinator to the Sea Sparkle

Featuring mesmerizing facts, dazzling visuals, and fun-to-browse formats, these nonfiction offerings will grab readers and inspire young naturalists.

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Through the Lens | Great Books About Photography

Introducing books about visual artists that highlight myriad photographic styles and genres.

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Every Day Is Earth Day | Books to Celebrate

Titles to introduce environmental themes, nurture an appreciation of nature, and launch creative projects.

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Great Books: Things That Go!

Peruse these recently published selections to rev up your picture book shelves, create an attention-grabbing display, or put together a fun-packed storytime.

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Get Busy! Fun with Interactive Books

Inject some entertaining challenges into your summer reading lists, programs, or displays with these puzzle, seek-and-find, and participatory storybooks.

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Great Books: Summer Adventures

These summer-themed picture books focus on getting outdoors, nurturing imaginations, and savoring time spent with family and friends.

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