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Trouble at the Tangerine

McDunn, Gillian,


Booklist, Kirkus Review, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Simon Hyde's family is always on the move, and every few months, they load up their van, "Vincent Van Go," and set off for a new adventure. But Simon desperately wants a place to call home, so he comes up with a plan to make their latest apartment in the Tangerine Pines building their permanent home. When a priceless necklace is stolen, clues indicate the thief might actually be another neighbor, and Simon worries he'll have to move again because his parents are concerned about the safety of their new home. So with the help of his neighbor Amaya, pet-sitter, plant-waterer, and podcaster extraordinaire, Simon sets out to find the necklace and unmask the thief in order to finally get the chance to put down roots.
Date Published:2024

Booklist, Kirkus Review, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Simon Hyde's family is always on the move, and every few months, they load up their van, "Vincent Van Go," and set off for a new adventure. But Simon desperately wants a place to call home, so he comes up with a plan to make their latest apartment in the Tangerine Pines building their permanent home. When a priceless necklace is stolen, clues indicate the thief might actually be another neighbor, and Simon worries he'll have to move again because his parents are concerned about the safety of their new home. So with the help of his neighbor Amaya, pet-sitter, plant-waterer, and podcaster extraordinaire, Simon sets out to find the necklace and unmask the thief in order to finally get the chance to put down roots.

Date Published:2024

The most magnificent maker's A-Z

Spires, Ashley, 1978-,


"Award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator Ashley Spires takes readers on an inspirational alphabet journey, as our favorite characters from THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING introduce all the words little makers need to know. This informational picture book gives young kids and their grown-ups vocabulary that will help them on their creative journeys, touching on themes such as growth mindset, imagination, innovation, mistakes and perseverance, so that they, too, can make something MAGNIFICENT one day (maybe even minus the meltdown!)"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2023

"Award-winning and bestselling author-illustrator Ashley Spires takes readers on an inspirational alphabet journey, as our favorite characters from THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING introduce all the words little makers need to know. This informational picture book gives young kids and their grown-ups vocabulary that will help them on their creative journeys, touching on themes such as growth mindset, imagination, innovation, mistakes and perseverance, so that they, too, can make something MAGNIFICENT one day (maybe even minus the meltdown!)"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2023

Mr. S

Arnaldo, Monica,


When a kindergarten class arrives for the first day at school, they are greeted only by the words "Mr. S" on the chalkboard and a delicious-looking sandwich, resulting in merry mayhem as the kids wonder if the sandwich is their teacher.
Date Published:2023

Diary of a wimpy kid : the long haul /

Kinney, Jeff,


The Heffley family road trip starts off full of promise, then quickly takes several wrong turns--with everything from a fender bender to crazed seagulls--but even the worst road trip can turn into an adventure, and this is one the Heffleys will not soon forget.
Date Published:2014

Percy Jackson & the Olympians : the graphic novel /

Venditti, Robert,


"Adapted from the novel . . . The Last Olympian"--Title page verso. The long-awaited prophecy surrounding Percy Jackson's sixteenth birthday unfolds as he leads an army of young demigods to stop Kronos in his advance on New York City, while the Olympians struggle to contain the rampaging monster, Typhon.
Date Published:2019

Lilo & Stitch

Ehrbar, Greg,


Based on the motion picture Lilo & Stitch. "A young Hawaiian girl named Lilo adopts a strange dog that turns out to be an alien on the run from his government"--Amazon.
Date Published:2021

My friend is sad

Willems, Mo,


School Library Journal, May 2007. Booklist starred, April 2007. Horn Book Starred, October 2007. Book Links-starred, May 2007. Publisher's Weekly, February 2007. Kirkus Starred, March 2007. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), July 2007. Library Media Connection, October 2007. When Gerald the Elephant is sad, Piggie is determined to cheer him up, but finds after many tries that it only takes the simplest thing to change Gerald's mood.
Date Published:2007

School Library Journal, May 2007. Booklist starred, April 2007. Horn Book Starred, October 2007. Book Links-starred, May 2007. Publisher's Weekly, February 2007. Kirkus Starred, March 2007. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), July 2007. Library Media Connection, October 2007. When Gerald the Elephant is sad, Piggie is determined to cheer him up, but finds after many tries that it only takes the simplest thing to change Gerald's mood.

Date Published:2007

The Baby-sitter's Club : The truth about Stacey /

Telgemeier, Raina,


"Ann M. Martin." School Library Journal, March 2007. Horn Book, April 2007. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), February 2007. Kliatt, January 2007. Stacey's move to a new town and her struggle with diabetes are made easier by her friendships with Kristy, Claudia, and Mary Anne, and her participation as a member of the Baby-sitter's Club. Presented in graphic novel form.
Date Published:2006

I am invited to a party

Willems, Mo,


School Library Journal starred, October 2007. Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books starre, November 2007. Kirkus Starred, August 2007. Gerald the elephant, who "knows parties," gives his best friend, Piggie, advice for getting ready after Piggie receives her very first party invitation.
Date Published:2007

How do dinosaurs eat their food?

Yolen, Jane,


Mini-book (12 cm.) in pocket in back replicates the text and illustrations. Describes how a dinosaur eats, with no rude noises and while sitting very still.
Date Published:2007

I love my new toy!

Willems, Mo,


When Elephant accidentally breaks Piggie's new toy, they both experience intense feelings before coming to realize how important their friendship is.
Date Published:2008

The thank you book

Willems, Mo,


"An Elephant & Piggie Book." Piggie is determined to thank everyone she knows, but Gerald thinks she will forget someone important.
Date Published:2016

I really like slop!

Willems, Mo,


Kirkus Review, October 2015. Piggie really likes slop. She likes it so much, she wants Gerald to try some! But can Gerald find the courage to do it? Or will the smell alone be too much to handle?
Date Published:2015

Dog Man : Unleashed /

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-,


School Library Journal, January 2017. Booklist, January 2017. Horn Book, October 2017. "Dog Man . . . is still learning a few tricks of the trade. Petey the cat is out of the bag, and his criminal curiosity is taking the city by storm. Something fishy is going on! Can Dog Man unleash justice on this ruffian in time to save the city, or will Petey get away with the purr-fect crime?"--Amazon.com.
Date Published:2021

Mindful Mr. Sloth

Hudson, Katy,


Mr. Sloth, who loves doing things one at a time, at a nice, easy clip, teaches fast-paced Sasha the benefits of slowing down and enjoying life.
Date Published:2021

Because of Mr. Terupt

Buyea, Rob,


Seven fifth-graders at Snow Hill School in Connecticut relate how their lives are changed for the better by "rookie teacher" Mr. Terupt.
Date Published:2010

Jumanji

Van Allsburg, Chris,


Compact disc. 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:2011

The couch potato

John, Jory,


Booklist, 11/1/2020. Horn Book Guide, 4/2021. Kirkus Review, 11/1/2020. School Library Journal, 12/2020. A lazy potato loves nothing more than spending the entire day on the couch. But when his power goes out one day, he has no choice but to get outside. After his day in the sunshine, he realizes that he should spend more time outside and less time on the couch.
Date Published:2020

The brain : the ultimate thinking machine /

Woollcott, Tory,


School Library Journal, October 2018. Kirkus Review, September 2018. In graphic novel format, an introduction to the human brain.
Date Published:2018

Curveball

Cartaya, Pablo,


School Library Journal, February 2024. Booklist starred, May 2024. Publishers Weekly, February 2024. Elena Rueda loves baseball--and is the best player on her team--but recently has stopped having fun, so during a summer spent with her brother's quirky friends she reflects on who she is and maybe learns to love to play again.
Date Published:2024