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The Duckling Gets a Cookie!? by Mo Willems
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsMuch to the chagrin of Pigeon, little Duckling uses very polite manners to request a cookie, and actually gets one. Filled with righteous fury, Pigeon loses his temper and complains bitterly about this terrible state of affairs. However, things aren't what they seem, and Duckling has a secret plan! Part of the bestselling Pigeon series by genius children's book author and illustrator Mo Willems... -
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![The Three Little Kittens by Marie Simchow Stern]()
The Three Little Kittens by Marie Simchow Stern
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsA perennial classic, the Three Little Kittens is a timeless story, cherished by generations of readers, and a perfect read for any bedtime story.Three little kittens cry when they lose their mittens, because mama won't feed them their favorite fish pie until they find them. But not to worry! They use their keen eyes to find them right away, to mama's delight...Categorized as:
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![A Sick Day for Amos McGee: by Philip C. Stead]()
A Sick Day for Amos McGee: by Philip C. Stead
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsAmos McGee, a friendly zookeeper, always made time to visit his good friends: the elephant, the tortoise, the penguin, the rhinoceros, and the owl.But one day—"Ah-choo!"—he woke up with the sniffles and the sneezes. Though he didn't make it into the zoo that day, he did receive some unexpected guests.Philip C... -
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![We Found a Hat by Jon Klassen]()
We Found a Hat by Jon Klassen
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsTwo turtles find one hat – and it happens to look great on both of them...Categorized as:
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![The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley]()
The Half Upon a Time Trilogy: Half Upon a Time; Twice Upon a Time; Once Upon the End by James Riley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's a fantasy come true: all three books in the hilarious fractured fairy tale trilogy by James Riley, available together in a box set!This complete boxed set of the Half Upon a Time trilogy tells the story of Jack, as in, son of the infamous Jack who stole the magic beans from the giant... -
![My Lucky Day by Keiko Kasza]()
My Lucky Day by Keiko Kasza
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsWhen a delicious-looking piglet knocks on Mr. Fox's door "accidentally," the fox can hardly believe his good luck. It's not every day that dinner just shows up on your doorstep. It must be his lucky day! Or is it?Before Mr. Fox can say grace, the piglet has manipulated him into giving him a fabulously tasty meal, the full spa treatment (with bath and massage), and . . . freedom... -
![Another Monster at the End of This Book (Sesame Street) by Jon Stone]()
Another Monster at the End of This Book (Sesame Street) by Jon Stone
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsRead the can't miss sequel to the much-loved classic The Monster at the End of This Book!Grover, now with pal Elmo by his side, has heard that there's something lurking on the last page of the book. Grover tries his best in all sorts of hilarious ways to stop the reader from turning the pages. But, Elmo, curious as always, slips by every wacky barrier... -
![A Visitor for Bear by Bonny Becker]()
A Visitor for Bear by Bonny Becker
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsCheery persistence wears down a curmudgeonly bear in a wry comedy of manners that ends in a most unlikely friendship.Bear is quite sure he doesn't like visitors. He even has a sign. So when a mouse taps on his door one day, Bear tells him to leave. But when Bear goes to the cupboard to get a bowl, there is the mouse -- small and gray and bright-eyed...Categorized as:
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![Imagination According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney]()
Imagination According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEveryone's favourite hamster has another adventure in Room 26 and beyond!In this eleventh book in the bestselling 'According to Humphrey' series, Humphrey and his friends in Room 26 let their imaginations loose! Ahead of a big author visit to Longfellow Elementary School, they try writing their own stories, but Humphrey worries that hamsters don't have any imagination; he's finding creative... -
![Giggle, Giggle, Quack by Doreen Cronin]()
Giggle, Giggle, Quack by Doreen Cronin
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsFarmer Brown is going on vacation. He asks his brother, Bob, to take care of the animals. "But keep an eye on Duck. He's trouble." Bob follows the instructions in Farmer Brown's notes exactly. He orders pizza with anchovies for the hens, bathes the pigs with bubble bath, and lets the cows choose a movie. Is that giggling he hears? Giggle, giggle, quack, giggle, moo, giggle, oink..Categorized as:
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![Mysteries According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney]()
Mysteries According to Humphrey by Betty G. Birney
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEEK-EEK-EEK! Mrs. Brisbane is missing! Humphrey has always investigated things, like why Speak-Up-Sayeh was so quiet and Tall-Paul and Small-Paul didn't get along, but this is a true mystery--Mrs. Brisbane is missing! She just didn't show up in Room 26 one morning and no one told Humphrey why. The class has a substitute teacher, called Mr. E., but he's no Mrs. Brisbane...Categorized as:
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![The Rabbit Problem by Emily Gravett]()
The Rabbit Problem by Emily Gravett
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsHow does 1+1 = 288? A family of rabbits soon supplies the answer in this funny story! Hop along to Fibonacci's Field and follow Lonely and Chalk Rabbit through a year as they try to cope with their fast expanding brood and handle a different seasonal challenge each month, from the cold of February to the wet of April and the heat of July... -
![Scaredy Squirrel at Night by Mélanie Watt]()
Scaredy Squirrel at Night by Mélanie Watt
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsScaredy 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... -
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![Bats at the Library by Brian Lies]()
Bats at the Library by Brian Lies
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsFrolic through the library with Caldecott honor winner and New York Times best-selling creator Brian Lies’ adorable bats. This nighttime escapade is part of the award winning Bat Book series, perfect for bedtime reading as well as budding book lovers on Halloween and all year round... -
![Olive, the Other Reindeer by J. Otto Seibold, Vivian Walsh]()
Olive, the Other Reindeer by J. Otto Seibold, Vivian Walsh
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsOlive is merrily preparing for Christmas when suddenly an old holiday favorite--about a certain red-nosed reindeer--takes on new meaning. "Olive the other reindeer?" thinks Olive... -
![Richard Scarry's Funniest Storybook Ever! by Richard Scarry]()
Richard Scarry's Funniest Storybook Ever! by Richard Scarry
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFull color 15 stories about beloved Scarry animals...Categorized as:
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![Morgan Mine by Stephen Cosgrove]()
Morgan Mine by Stephen Cosgrove
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSharing life lessons and memorable morals, the Serendipity books are a seasoned favorite with children and parents alike. So, journey to the magical, mystical land of Serendipity with these four cherished editions featuring newly revised text from the author. A young princess must learn the lesson of patience before Morgan the Unicorn will trust her... -
![The Bolds to the Rescue by Julian Clary]()
The Bolds to the Rescue by Julian Clary
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Bolds are a family of hyenas living as humans in a suburban house. But now their kindness to animal waifs and strays has become legendary, and more and more animals keep turning up to stay! But when the Bolds take in a couple of race horses who are on the run, they worry their animal magnetism is getting to be too much... -
![Three Little Cajun Pigs by Mike Artell]()
Three Little Cajun Pigs by Mike Artell
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTrosclair, Thibodeaux, and Ulysse are three pigs with a whole lot to do. Their mom has just kicked them out of the house and it's time they make their own way and start constructing new homes in the heart of the swamp... -
![The Missing Magic by Kallie George]()
The Missing Magic by Kallie George
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA new volunteer has joined the Magical Animal Adoption Agency, and Clover's not too happy about it! Oliver Von Hoof is supposed to be an expert on magical animals, but he's barely older than Clover. How can he be an expert on anything? And it doesn't help that Mr. Jams keeps turning to Oliver instead of Clover for help with the animals. When Mr... -
![Reynard the Fox by Anne Louise Avery, William Caxton]()
Reynard the Fox by Anne Louise Avery, William Caxton
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsReynard - a subversive, dashing, anarchic, aristocratic, witty fox from the watery lowlands of medieval East Flanders - is in trouble. He has been summoned to the court of King Noble the Lion, charged with all manner of crimes and misdemeanours... -
![Morgan and Yew by Stephen Cosgrove]()
Morgan and Yew by Stephen Cosgrove
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAfter countless phone calls and letters from fans, we've brought back these time-honored tales. Sharing life lessons and memorable morals, the Serendipity books are a seasoned favorite with children and parents alike. So, journey to the magical, mystical land of Serendipity with these four cherished editions featuring newly revised text from the author... -
![The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone by Timothy Basil Ering]()
The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone by Timothy Basil Ering
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratings"FROG BELLY . . . plants the idea that with some strategy, good communication and goodwill, you can grow wonderful things." —PORTLAND PRESS HERALD"Frog Belly Rat Bone,one, two, three . . .the specks in the earthare protected by me.You must be patient andthen you will see. . . -
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![An Undone Fairy Tale by Ian Lendler]()
An Undone Fairy Tale by Ian Lendler
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNow, Ned and I admire how well you read. But the story will be ruined if you turn the page right now. So please don't. A beautiful pie-making princess is trapped in a tower. Can Sir Wilbur rescue her? And more importantly, can he do it while wearing a tutu? He's going to try! But if you read the story too quickly, Ned won't be able to make the pictures or costumes in time... -
![Flossie and the Fox by Patricia C. McKissack]()
Flossie and the Fox by Patricia C. McKissack
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA wily fox, notorious for stealing eggs, meets his match when he encounters a bold little girl in the woods who insists upon proof that he is a fox before she will be frightened...Categorized as:
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![Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock by Eric A. Kimmel]()
Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock by Eric A. Kimmel
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA classic trickster folktale told with humor and charm, this is a perfect read along book both parents and children will love.When Anansi the Spider finds a strange moss-covered rock in the forest, he uses it to trick all his animal friends. But Little Bush Deer is onto Anansi's scheme, and hatches a plan to beat him at his own game... -
![Harold & Hog Pretend For Real! by Dan Santat, Mo Willems]()
Harold & Hog Pretend For Real! by Dan Santat, Mo Willems
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsHog is careful. Harold is not. Harold cannot help smiling. Hog can. Hog worries so that Harold does not have to.Harold and Hog are best friends... -
![Wild About Books by Judy Sierra]()
Wild About Books by Judy Sierra
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsIt started the summer of 2002, when the Springfield librarian, Molly McGrew, by mistake drove her bookmobile into the zoo.In this rollicking rhymed story, Molly introduces birds and beasts to this new something called reading. She finds the perfect book for every animal--tall books for giraffes, tiny ones for crickets...Categorized as:
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![Martha Speaks by Susan Meddaugh]()
Martha Speaks by Susan Meddaugh
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsProblems arise when Martha, the family dog, learns to speak after eating alphabet soup... -
![The Hiccupotamus by Aaron Zenz]()
The Hiccupotamus by Aaron Zenz
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsHIC! HIC! HIC! What's worse than a chronic case of the hiccups? How about a HIPPO with a chronic case of the hiccups? Is there any cure, or are those hiccups doomed to stay? vibrant illustrations, spirited text, and unforgettable characters unite in this exciting debut work from talented author/illustrator Aaron Zens... -
![Doctor De Soto by William Steig]()
Doctor De Soto by William Steig
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 36 ratings"Doctor De Soto, the dentist, did very good work." With the aid of his able assistant, Mrs. De Soto, he copes with the toothaches of animals large and small. His expertise is so great that his fortunate patients never feel any pain.Since he's a mouse, Doctor De Soto refuses to treat "dangerous" animals--that is, animals who have a taste for mice... -
![Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed by Mo Willems]()
Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed by Mo Willems
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsWilbur is different from the other Naked Mole Rats in his Colony, because he wears clothes (and he likes it!). But what will happen when Grandpah, the oldest, wisest, and most naked Naked Mole Rat ever discovers Wilbur's secret?Funnyman and three-time Caldecott Honoree Mo Willems exposes the naked truth about being yourself and wearing it well... -
![Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse by Leo Lionni]()
Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse by Leo Lionni
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsEveryone loves Willy the wind-up mouse, while Alexander the real mouse is chased away with brooms and mousetraps. Wouldn't it be wonderful to be loved and cuddled, thinks Alexander, and he wishes he could be a wind-up mouse too. In this gentle fable about a real mouse and a mechanical mouse, Leo Lionni explores the magic of friendship...Categorized as:
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![Super Slug of Doom: A Super Happy Magic Forest Story by Matty Long]()
Super Slug of Doom: A Super Happy Magic Forest Story by Matty Long
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Super Happy Magic Forest is once again thrown into disruption and chaos when Blossom the unicorn accidentally releases the super slug of doom from his hibernation beneath an ordinary rock. Can our five reluctant heroes -- Hoofius, Blossom, Twinkle, Trevor, and Herbert -- once again save their beloved forest from slimy, sludgy, yucky evil? We sure hope so. . -
![Dear Peter Rabbit by Alma Flor Ada]()
Dear Peter Rabbit by Alma Flor Ada
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsChildren and their parents will be delighted with this witty collection of letters written by famous storybook characters eagerly anticipating Goldilocks's birthday party and the Three Little Pigs' housewarming (which keeps getting postponed as the wicked wolves wreak havoc on first a straw and then a stick house)... -
![Helga's Dowry: A Troll Love Story by Tomie dePaola]()
Helga's Dowry: A Troll Love Story by Tomie dePaola
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHelga, a troll, must somehow acquire a dowry with which to marry or, by the god Odin’s command, be doomed to wander the earth forever. “Richly colored pictures capture the droll humor of [Helga’s] clever, determined fight to garner impressive riches... -
![One Hungry Monster: A Counting Book in Rhyme by Susan Heyboer O'Keefe]()
One Hungry Monster: A Counting Book in Rhyme by Susan Heyboer O'Keefe
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAt bedtime a small boy tries to control ten insatiable monsters demanding food and creating chaos throughout the house... -
![Cinderella The Great Mouse Mistake (Disney Princess) by Ellie O'Ryan]()
Cinderella The Great Mouse Mistake (Disney Princess) by Ellie O'Ryan
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCinderella's mouse friend Gus gives her a pretty bouquet of roses. Unfortunately, Cinderella gets in big trouble because he picked the flowers from Lady Tremaine's garden. Cinderella takes Gus into town to replace the rosebush, but she doesn't realize that it's the day of the village fair...Categorized as:
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![Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are Sweet! by Nancy Loewen]()
Trust Me, Hansel and Gretel Are Sweet! by Nancy Loewen
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOF COURSE you think we were evil, spiteful fairies, cursing the poor princess with a forever sleep. You don't know the other side of the story. Well, let us tell you... -
![Glitterby Baby by Stephen Cosgrove]()
Glitterby Baby by Stephen Cosgrove
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the magical, mystical land of Serendipity, Glitterby is Flutterby's only child, but her wings are too small and she cannot fly. Will they grow enough for Glitterby to join her mother in Wingsong? Full-color illustrations... -
![Maurice the Unbeastly by Amy Dixon]()
Maurice the Unbeastly by Amy Dixon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeasts roar! Beasts destroy! But not Maurice.This frightfully unbeastly tale about staying true to yourself is for everyone who’s just a little bit different. With his melodious voice, fondness for kale, and unfailing politeness, Maurice isn’t quite like other beasts... -
![Humphrey's Really Wheely Racing Day by Betty G. Birney]()
Humphrey's Really Wheely Racing Day by Betty G. Birney
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEveryone’s favorite classroom pet is now starring in chapter books! Humphrey is one happy hamster. He lives in Room 26 at Longfellow School. He has a big comfy cage with a wheel perfect for spinning and a room full of friends... -
![Chicken Little: The Real and Totally True Tale by Sam Wedelich]()
Chicken Little: The Real and Totally True Tale by Sam Wedelich
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWho are you calling little?"Whimsy reigns in Wedelich's debut picture book... A spry readaloud that will entertain adults and listeners in equal measure." -- Publishers WeeklyChicken Little is NOT afraid of anything. Well, okay, maybe a mysterious BONK to the head can produce panic. But only momentarily... -
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![Scranimals by Jack Prelutsky]()
Scranimals by Jack Prelutsky
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWe're sailing to Scranimal Island,It doesn't appear on most maps....Scranimal Island is where you will find the fragrant Rhinocerose, the cunning Broccolions, and if you are really, really lucky and very, very quiet, you will spot the gentle, shy Pandaffodil. (You may even hear it yawning if the morning's just begun, watch its petals slowly open to embrace the rising sun...Categorized as:
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![There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly! by Lucille Colandro]()
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly! by Lucille Colandro
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe bestselling Old Lady series finally delivers its own version of the original, classic song: THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY!It's the Old Lady as you've never seen her before! Now she's swallowing animals from the classic story .. -
![Stickler Loves the World by Lane Smith]()
Stickler Loves the World by Lane Smith
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom award-winning author/illustrator Lane Smith comes Stickler, a woodland creature who reminds us to appreciate the everyday wonders we often ignore. In a picture book that’s both silly and sweet, readers will find Stickler’s enthusiasm irresistible and see the world anew... -
![It's Not the Three Little Pigs by Josh Funk]()
It's Not the Three Little Pigs by Josh Funk
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMeet the three (ahem—four!) little pigs as they convince the narrator to tell a slightly different version of their fairy tale:First there’s Alan, the one pig in the bunch who is actually a builder. He’s got a BIG problem with building a home out of flimsy straw. Next there’s Alfred, who wants to be an actor and wouldn’t dream of getting his hands dirty. Then we have Alvin, whose dream is to be... -
![And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon by Janet Stevens, Susan Stevens Crummel]()
And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon by Janet Stevens, Susan Stevens Crummel
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEvery night the rhyme gets read. Every night Dish and Spoon run away. And every night they return--until tonight! Where can Dish and Spoon be? The rhyme can't go on without them, so Cat, Cow, and Dog set out to search for their missing friends... -
![Beastly Tales from Here and There by Vikram Seth]()
Beastly Tales from Here and There by Vikram Seth
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTen witty and enchanting animal fables in verse which, like a modern Aesop's Fables, can be enjoyed by young and old...
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