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Bird Buddies

Laurie Friedman, Amanda Erb (author) Amanda Erb (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153517

Trainer Tom works with the animals at the zoo. Today, he's working with the flamingos and the ducks, who don't want to be friends! They tell Trainer Tom they're just too different. But Trainer Tom shows these two breeds of birds that making friends with those who are different can be lots of fun.

A Zoo Surprise!

Laurie Friedman, Amanda Erb (author) Amanda Erb (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427153500

Trainer Tom always helps the animals. Today, the animals want to surprise Trainer Tom. It's his birthday and they're throwing a party for him. All of the animals work together to do something special for Trainer Tom. He loves his special surprise, but more than anything, he loves the animals.

Chef Kate's Magic Bean Soup

Laurie Friedman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651135

Diners line up outside Chef Kate's restaurant on a snowy day. She's busy inside making Magic Bean Soup. When Kate is ready, she invites her guests in and serves them steamy, hot bowls of delicious Magic Bean Soup. Kate's diners eat, and then get to make wishes. They leave full, happy, and hopeful that their wishes will come true.

Chef Kate's Mac-And-Say-Cheese

Laurie Friedman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651128

Diners line up outside Chef Kate's restaurant on a rainy day. She's inside making Mac-and-Say-Cheese. When the dish of the day is ready, she invites her diners into the restaurant, helps them dry off, then serves big plates of creamy Mac-and-Say-Cheese. Diners go home dry, full, happy, and with a special photo to remember the meal.

Chef Kate's Can't-Wait-to-Try Pie

Laurie Friedman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651142

Diners are lined up outside Chef Kate's restaurant while she's inside making her Can't-Wait-to-Try Pie. When Kate leads diners inside, they're not disappointed. Each slice of her special-recipe pie is oh-so sweet and delicious. And Chef Kate is happy to dish out seconds! Diners go home with big smiles and full bellies.

Chef Kate's Cake Tower

Laurie Friedman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651111

Diners are lined up outside of Chef Kate's restaurant. Kate is baking her special Cake Tower and everyone is excited to try it. When she finally opens her doors, diners pour in to taste what she baked. And Kate has an added surprise. It's a dance party! Her diners rattle and shake, twist and shout, and have a lot of fun working off the sweets they ate.

Chef Kate's Campfire Stew

Laurie Friedman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651104

Diners are lined up outside of Chef Kate's restaurant on a cold day. They don't know what she'll be serving, but can't wait to try it! Chef Kate is busy making her special Campfire Stew. When it's ready, Kate invites everyone to join her around the campfire for a warm bowl of stew and some fireside fun!

Chef Kate's Burger-and-Fries Surprise

Laurie Friedman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039651098

Diners are lined up outside Chef Kate's restaurant. It's a hot, sunny day and everyone is waiting to see what Chef Kate will be serving for lunch. They're not disappointed! Kate is grilling delicious juicy burgers that are served with a side of fries. Then she has a special surprise for her diners--a dip in the pool she has set up behind the restaurant. Kate's diners go home full and cool!

Moose With a Tool Box

Laurie Friedman, Gal Weizman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427152473

Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, goes off to band practice, Moose fixes things that are broken. Frank is happy when he sees what his pet has done. He and Moose enjoy a dinner for two in their cozy home.

Moose Plants a Garden

Laurie Friedman, Gal Weizman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427152459

Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose goes to work in the yard. When Frank returns home, he's happy to see the beautiful flowers that Moose planted. And Moose is happy playing a game of fetch in the freshly mowed yard.

Moose Does the Laundry

Laurie Friedman, Gal Weizman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427152435

Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose does the laundry. And there's lots of it! When Frank returns home, he's happy his laundry is done. And Moose is ready for some well-deserved rest.

Moose Makes Soup

Laurie Friedman, Gal Weizman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427152466

Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose gets busy in the kitchen cooking soup. Moose loves cooking for Frank, but not as much as he likes curling up on the couch with him at the end of a long day!

Moose Cleans House

Laurie Friedman, Gal Weizman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427152428

Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose gets busy cleaning house. Moose is happy when Frank returns home to a tidy house. But he's even happier when he's rewarded with a good, long belly rub.

Moose At the Market

Laurie Friedman, Gal Weizman (author) Gal Weizman (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427152442

Moose is no ordinary dog! When his owner, Frank, leaves for the day, Moose goes shopping. When Frank returns home, he's happy to see his shelves are well stocked. And Moose is happy to see that Frank did a little shopping of his own!

Patán. El mejor perro del mundo

Taylor Farley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427131270

This cute, fun read for beginning readers tells the story of how a funny-looking dog from the pound became the best dog in the world.

Make More S'mores

Cathy Ballou Mealey (author) Ariel Landy (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668918104

Roscoe has his campfire going and is toasting the most perfect marshmallow. He slides it onto a graham cracker, adds a chocolate square, and sandwiches it with another graham--the most perfect s'more--when Grizzly Bear shows up. Roscoe welcomes Grizzly--and bear after bear!--to his gooey forest feast keeping hungry (and grumbly) guests content by sharing s'more after s'more. What to do but make s'more?!

Tú me sostienes

Monique Gray Smith (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459835276

Alentar a los niños a ofrecerse amor y apoyo entre ellos y a tener en cuenta su bienestar mutuo en sus acciones cotidianas. Asesora, conferencista internacional y autora premiada, Monique Gray Smith escribió Tú me sostienes para fomentar el diálogo entre los jóvenes, sus cuidadores y sus educadores sobre la reconciliación y la importancia de las conexiones que fraguan los niños entre ellos. Con ilustraciones vibrantes de la renombrada artista Danielle Daniel, este es un libro fundacional sobre construir relaciones, promover la empatía y alentar el respeto entre los compañeros, comenzando con nuestros ciudadanos más pequeños.

My Bright Friend

Simon Boulerice (author) Marilyn Faucher (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459821910

Now that his parents are separated, Ludo has two homes: one in the country with his mom, and the other in the city with his dad. The young boy doesn’t like leaving the countryside and his friends to go to his father’s apartment in the city, but he does find some entertainment in the flashing traffic lights on the street corner under his window. Ludo convinces himself (with the help of his father) that the lights are controlled by a tiny gentleman who sits inside the signal pole, flipping switches all day and night. Ludo starts sneaking out to leave food for the man, and he soon makes a new friend in the big city. A tender story, complemented by vibrant illustrations, that reminds us empathy and generosity are marvelous tools to overcome one’s troubles.

Out of the Park!

David Roth (author) Wes Tyrell (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039806986

Rawley and Homer are best friends. They also happen to be baseballs. On the first day of the big tournament, Homer scores the winning home run. Rawley wants to join Homer, but hitting a home run is not so easy. Will Rawley make it out of the ballpark? Will the two friends ever meet up again? Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

City Beet

Tziporah Cohen (author) Udayana Lugo (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668918050

When a notice for a community potluck is posted, Victoria and her neighbor Mrs. Kosta decide to bring a beet salad as their contribution. But first they need to grow this special vegetable for their dish. They plant the seeds in their garden plot, and throughout the summer they water, fertilize, weed, and mulch. And they watch their beet grow and grow and grow. On potluck day, it's time to harvest so they can make their salad. Victoria grabs the garlic and the grater and Mrs. Kosta steps up to remove the beautiful red veg from its underground home. But their care and attention has grown the biggest beet ever, and it stubbornly refuses to come loose. This beet won't budge! Will Victoria and Mrs. Kosta be able to make their special salad? Not to worry--help comes in all shapes and sizes. This clever, humorous take on an old folktale is a celebration of community and the ways we all come together. Back matter includes a beet salad recipe.

Mr. Thatcher's House

Kristin Wauson (author) Kristin Wauson (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534112063

Mr. Thatcher has been working to build the perfect house. And working. And working . . . and so, quite by accident, the house grows and grows in size. But it never seems quite like home. When a crowd of characters from his storybook neighborhood show up looking for a place to stay, Mr. Thatcher cries "It's not perfect yet! You don't want to stay here!" But soon he finds that what makes a house a perfect home has nothing to do with the craftsmanship and everything to do with the friends and family inside it.

Luna's Green Pet

Kirsten Pendreigh (author) Carmen Mok (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534112049

Luna longs for a pet but the apartment building where she and her family live has a very strict NO PETS! policy. Not even goldfish are allowed. While her friends try to help with alternate pet suggestions, none interest Luna. Almost ready to give up, Luna spies in the trash something small, something green, something someone has discarded--a wilted plant. Perfect! Luna names her new pet Stephanie, confident she can nurse the plant back to health. When others question Stephanie's suitability as a pet, Luna's devotion is unwavering. She knows Stephanie is perfect just as she is. But will Luna's love and care be enough to bring Stephanie to full health? And what are those strange bumps growing on her? Brought to life with warm, expressive artwork, this charming story of one young girl's belief, determination, and out-of-the-box thinking is perfect for anyone who has ever wished for a pet, only to be told no. Back matter includes tips on how to grow your own "Stephanie."

Miss Mary's Christmas Mittens

Trinka Hakes Noble (author) Renée Andriani (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534112056

Miss Mary is beloved by her students. She makes learning enjoyable and easy, and her brightly colored knitwear brings a smile to everyone's face. Walking to school on the last day before the Christmas break, Miss Mary envisions all the fun students will have at recess. They'll make snow angels, build snowmen, and play other winter games. But recess isn't fun. No one wants to play. The snow is cold and the children don't have any mittens. Not to worry, thinks Miss Mary. She will knit mittens for her students as a Christmas surprise. But the store has run out of yarn, with no more deliveries before Christmas. Oh dear, where can Miss Mary find the yarn to knit mittens for her students? The clock is ticking on this holiday surprise. Brought to life in charming colorful artwork, this uplifting and gratifying story of generosity and love reminds readers of all ages that the best gifts come straight from the heart.

The Blue Bike Wins!

Joanne Meier, Cecilia Minden (author) Bob Ostrom (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859784

A young bear is sure his favorite blue bike is the fastest around. But can he win in a race against his friend? Additional features to aid comprehension include a letter to educators and caregivers, an introduction to the authors and illustrator, a word list, and an activity.

A Fort to Share

Joanne Meier, Cecilia Minden (author) Bob Ostrom (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503859586

A young bear and his siblings and friends decide to build a fort, but must learn to cooperate and share their items to get the job done. Additional features to aid comprehension include a letter to educators and caregivers, an introduction to the authors and illustrator, a word list, and an activity.