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The Complete Adventures of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsA collection of all the Beatrix Potter stories featuring Peter Rabbit: The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies and The Tale of Mr. Tod...Categorized as:
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Twilight & Into the Wild by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratings...Categorized as:
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Lady and the Tramp: a Little Golden Book by Teddy Slater
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsWhat do you get when you combine a dog from the wrong side of the tracks with a pampered pooch? One of the most beloved animated films of all time! Disney's Lady and the Tramp is being rereleased as a Diamond Edition Blu-Ray and DVD in spring 2012. New and old fans of the movie will love the full-color Little Golden Book retelling of this delightful doggie tale... -
Stuck by Oliver Jeffers
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsFrom the illustrator of the #1 smash The Day the Crayons Quit comes another bestseller--a giggle-inducing tale of everything tossed, thrown, and hurled in order to free a kite!When Floyd's kite gets stuck in a tree, he's determined to get it out. But how? Well, by knocking it down with his shoe, of course. But strangely enough, it too gets stuck. And the only logical course of action . . -
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A Hidden Enemy by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsErin Hunter, the #1 nationally bestselling author of the Warriors series, is back with book 2 in the action-packed Survivors series. The time has come for dogs to rule the wild.In the aftermath of the Big Growl that destroyed their city, Bella and the Leashed Dogs have finally settled in the forest where there is plenty of clean water and prey...Categorized as:
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The Endless Lake by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsA vicious storm is gathering-and any dog who stands alone risks being swept away.Kirkus Reviews praised Survivors as a "wild and wonderful adventure" in a starred review...Categorized as:
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Storm of Dogs by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThe Storm of Dogs has begun—and no dog will escape its fury.Now that their ruthless former Alpha has left the Wild Pack and Sweet has taken his place, the dogs should finally be able to find peace in their new home...Categorized as:
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The Jungle Book by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsYOUNG MOWGLI LOVES growing up in the jungle with his animal friends. But what happens when he is told that he must go live in the Man-village? Find out in this Little Golden Book retelling of the classic Disney movie The Jungle Book... -
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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Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend. by Melanie Watt by Mélanie Watt
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThat lovable little worrywart is back. And he's as scaredy as ever! In his latest adventure, Scaredy Squirrel sets out to make The Perfect Friend. And once he's spotted a perfectly safe candidate (with no teeth), Scaredy's ready. Armed with a name tag, mittens, a mirror and a lemon, he's prepared to make The Perfect First Impression... -
The Galactic Goal by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsGeronimo Stilton meets outer space in this cosmically fun spin-off series!The spacemice have received an invitation to participate in the intergalactic soccerix championship... -
Skippyjon Jones in the Dog-House by Judy Schachner
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThe Siamese kitty boy with the gigantico imagination has returned for another loco adventure. In his room for a time-out, Skippyjon Jones lets his imagination take him to a shack where his Chihuahua friends are yipping and yapping and hiding out from the Bad Bobble-ito, who has taken over their doghouse... -
Diary of a Spider by Doreen Cronin, Harry Bliss
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThis is the diary... of a spider. But don't be worried – he's more scared of you and your gigantic shoe! Actually, he's a lot like you. He goes to gym class and has Grandparents' Day at school. But he also spins sticky webs, scales walls, and takes wind–catching lessons... -
Good Dog, Carl by Alexandra Day
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsAvailable in paperback for the first time, the modern classic that introduced the beloved baby-sitting rottweiler to the world... -
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Nanny Piggins and the Wicked Plan by R.A. Spratt
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Mr Green announces his diabolical plan – he has decided to get married – his children (Derrick, Samantha and Michael) are horrified. Especially when they discover his real motive – he wants to get married so he can sack their beloved nanny, Nanny Piggins. Obviously their father has to be stopped, and Nanny Piggins is just the pig to do it. Because you should never ever cross a flying pig... -
The Secret Staircase by Jill Barklem
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt was Midwinter's Eve and the mice of Brambly Hedge were very busy. That evening, after dark, they would all be gathering round a blazing fire for the traditional midwinter celebrations. A grand entertainment was planned, and Primrose and Wilfred had chosen to recite a poem...Categorized as:
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Guardians of the Taiga by StacyPlays
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSIGNED EDITION! From StacyPlays, creator of the mega-popular YouTube series Dogcraft, comes a thrilling illustrated novel about a girl raised by a pack of wolves and her quest to protect their shared forest home. The first in a new Minecraft-inspired fantasy adventure series Stacy was raised by wolves...Categorized as:
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Alfie: by Thyra Heder
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsNia loves Alfie, her pet turtle. But he’s not very soft, he doesn’t do tricks, and he’s pretty quiet. Sometimes she forgets he’s even there! That is until the night before Nia’s seventh birthday, when Alfie disappears! Then, in an innovative switch in point of view, we hear Alfie’s side of the story. He didn’t leave Nia—he’s actually searching for the perfect birthday present for his dear friend...Categorized as:
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The One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsBob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family... -
Darkness Falls by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAfter a violent enemy attack threatened both the Wild and Leashed Packs, Lucky knows that the dogs' only hope for survival is to unite. The Wild Pack's ruthless Alpha reluctantly agrees to let Bella and the Leashed Dogs join them -- but after learning of Lucky's role as a spy, Alpha casts him out of the Pack and orders him to never return...Categorized as:
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The Broken Path by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsLucky and Alpha have finally reached an uneasy peace, but tensions are still high—and Alpha has made it clear that there are some dogs he will never fully accept.As the newly united Pack sets off in search of a home far away from the Fierce Dog camp, they discover that no territory is truly safe...Categorized as:
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Paddington Bear by Michael Bond, R.W. Alley
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsForty years ago, a small bear from Darkest Peru set out on the adventure of a lifetime. Carrying a battered suitcase containing several jars of marmalade, and wearing a tag around his neck that read Please Look after This Bear, he stowed away on a ship and landed in Londons Paddington Station...Categorized as:
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The Snatchabook by Helen Docherty
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWhere have all the bedtime stories gone?One dark, dark night in Burrow Down, a rabbit named Eliza Brown found a book and settled down...when a Snatchabook flew into town.It's bedtime in the woods of Burrow Down, and all the animals are ready for their bedtime story. But books are mysteriously disappearing. Eliza Brown decides to stay awake and catch the book thief... -
Shark Wars #5: Enemy of Oceans by E.J. Altbacker
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEach new Shark Wars book brings higher stakes--and hungrier sharks! Gray thought he could trust Takiza, the wise yet mysterious betta fish who's been his guide and mentor in the often treacherous depths of the Big Blue. But the news that Takiza was responsible for the death of Gray's father has shaken Gray to his very core. Now Gray is questioning everything he thought he knew...Categorized as:
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Nanny Piggins and the Runaway Lion by R.A. Spratt
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA curly tale of revenge, rescue and jam-filled doughnuts.With a runaway lion loose in the neighbourhood, Derrick, Samantha and Michael feel scared. Nanny Piggins feels like a slice of cake. And Boris feels like that lion looks strangely familiar.In this third action-packed book of adventures, Nanny Piggins tames a lion and a lion tamer... -
Survivors: Sweet's Journey by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA sixty-page novella set in the world of the bestselling, action-packed Survivors series by Erin Hunter! This original prequel brings readers a behind-the-scenes look at the story of Sweet, and how she came to be the fearless Beta of the Wild Pack.When the Big Growl struck and changed Lucky's world forever, he escaped the ruins of the longpaw city with Sweet by his side... -
A Pack Divided by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsThe first book in an epic new adventure for the Survivors dogs! From Erin Hunter, #1 nationally bestselling author of Warriors, Survivors is full of "wild and wonderful adventure" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) that will thrill fans of action-packed animal fantasy...Categorized as:
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Forest of Wolves by Erin Hunter
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter a harrowing journey, the four bears finally arrive at Toklo's former home. Toklo is thrilled to be in the mountains, surrounded by warm memories of his cubhood, but his homecoming has come at a price. Yakone is dangerously ill and may not survive. Meanwhile, Lusa is unsure of what her future holds...Categorized as:
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The Rise of a Legend by Kathryn Lasky
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsBestselling author Kathryn Lasky takes flight once more with a brand-new Guardians of Ga'Hoole novel!Far off in the ice-choked land of the Northern Kingdoms, a young screech owl is marked by destiny. He is Ezylryb, an owl who will rise through the ranks of the Killian Army to become the commander of a battalion of snakes...Categorized as:
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The Fox and The Hound by Daniel P. Mannix
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAn intelligent and cunning red fox becomes the valued prey of a half-bloodhound tracker and his master who make it their lifelong goal to end the life of the elusive fox...Categorized as:
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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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Snail Crossing by Corey R. Tabor
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA determined snail.A plump cabbage.A truly epic journey . . .In a book as cheerful and charming as Snail himself, Corey Tabor tells a winning tale of a slow but steady snail, whose determination and kindness bring him the best reward of all: friendship... -
Dominico = Dominic by William Steig, María Luisa Balseiro
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAward-winning author/illustrator William Steig introduces Dominic, an outgoing mutt who sets off on the road to where-ever. During his travels to nowhere in particular, he has all kinds of adventures and meets all kinds of characters... -
It Fell from the Sky by Terry Fan, Eric Fan
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFrom the creators of the critically acclaimed The Night Gardener and Ocean Meets Sky comes a whimsical and elegantly illustrated picture book about community, art, the importance of giving back—and the wonder that fell from the sky.It fell from the sky on a Thursday. None of the insects know where it came from, or what it is. Some say it’s an egg. Others, a gumdrop... -
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Not a Stick by Antoinette Portis
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsA celebration of the power of imagination from the Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Award-winning creator of Not a BoxExperience the thrill of the moment when pretend feels so real that it actually becomes real!Following the critically acclaimed Not a Box, this book proves that a stick is not always just a stick... -
Be Quiet! by Ryan T. Higgins
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAll Rupert the mouse wants is to star in a beautiful, wordless picturebook. One that's visually stimulating! With scenic pictures! And style! He has plenty of ideas about what makes a great book, but his friends just WON'T. STOP. TALKING.Children and adults alike will chuckle at this comedic take on bookmaking from acclaimed author-illustrator Ryan T. Higgins...Categorized as:
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Dear Mrs. LaRue: Letters from Obedience School by Mark Teague
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsA dog laments his fate at obedience school through a series of hilarious letters home.When Ike LaRue is "imprisoned" at the Igor Brotweiler Canine Academy, he tries everything to get sent home -- from weepy letters to his owner to illness. In reality, Brotweiler is more like camp than prison, but still, Ike's not cut out for life without Mrs. LaRue... -
Mr. Tiger Goes Wild by Peter Brown
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAre you bored with being so proper? Do you want to have more fun? Mr Tiger knows exactly how you feel. So he decides to go wild. But does he go too far? There is a time and place for everything...even going wild... -
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... -
Library Mouse by Daniel Kirk
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsA shy mouse who lives in the library decides to write and illustrate his own tales. When he's done, he put his books on the shelves. But when the children read the stories, they all wanted to meet the author..Categorized as:
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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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My Little Pony: Daring Do and the Marked Thief of Marapore by G.M. Berrow
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDaring Do--fan-favorite character and star of her own books series read by the ponies on the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic TV show--has made the jump to her own real-life adventure series! Three missing relics. Two mysterious stallions. One fearless Pegasus. Deep in the southern reaches of Equestria, danger is brewing..Categorized as:
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Eva and Baby Mo: A Branches Book by Rebecca Elliott
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
The Midnight Fair by Gideon Sterer
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAs darkness falls on the fairgrounds, the animals venture out of the woods for one magical, memorable night! An exhilarating wordless picture book.Far from the city, but not quite the countryside, lies a fairground. When night comes and the fair is empty, something unexpected happens... -
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Paddington Here and Now by Michael Bond
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPaddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by R.W. Alley.If Paddington Bear learned anything from his Uncle Pastuzo, it’s that home is where you hang your hat... -
Memoirs of a Hamster by Devin Scillian, Tim Bowers
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNight 1 / My life is perfect. / I have a bowl full of seeds, a cozy pile of wood shavings, and room to run. / I'm never leaving here. / Question: Who's the luckiest hamster in the world? / Answer: ME! Seymour the hamster has the perfect life. He has a spacious cage, a constant food supply, and a FuzzyBoy 360 exercise wheel that lets him run to his heart's content. Life could not be better... -
Toys Meet Snow: Being the Wintertime Adventures of a Curious Stuffed Buffalo, a Sensitive Plush Stingray, and a Book-loving Rubber Ball by Emily Jenkins
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsLumphy, StingRay, and Plastic--the toys from the beloved chapter books Toys Go Out, Toy Dance Party, and Toys Come Home--are back in a glorious full-color picture book, perfect for gift-giving this holiday season. Acclaimed author Emily Jenkins and Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Paul Zelinsky have created a book destined to become a classic...Categorized as:
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Pinduli by Janell Cannon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratings“Cannon fans will lap it up.” ― Kirkus Reviews Pinduli’s mama has always told her that she’s the most beautiful hyena ever. But Dog, Lion, and Zebra don't think so. Why else would they make her feel so rotten about her big ears, her fuzzy mane, and her wiggly stripes? Poor Pinduli just wants to disappear... -
Clifford and the Big Storm by Norman Bridwell
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsLovable, reliable Clifford comes to the rescue when a hurricane strikes. Once again, the heroism and humor of America's favorite Big Red Dog saves the day--and Emily Elizabeth's grandparents' home--when the big storm comes... -
A Christmas Tale by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsCelebrate the holidays in style -- mouse-style, that is! Join Geronimo for his first-ever special edition.It was Christmastime on Mouse Island, and I couldn't wait to celebrate with my friends and family. But then I discovered that they were all traveling out of town for the holidays, and I'd be spending Christmas alone! I was starting to feel like a real grinch...
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