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Ages 0-5

Book jacket imageFour Seasons, by Baby Genius series

Open this sturdy board book to discover baby's first introduction to Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter.

Book jacket image What Do You Want?, by Lars Klinting

It's a simple pattern that sweetly repeats. A little picture on the right begins with a phrase and turning the page reveals a surprise connection.

Book jacket image April Foolishness, by Teresa Bateman

Can Grandpa be fooled? Only Grandma knows for sure. This story is a rollicking good time with lyrical text in simple rhyme and fanciful illustrations. Join the grandkids as they pick the right day to visit the farm.

 

Ages 6-8

Book jacket imageDewey: There's a Cat in the Library, by Vicki Myron

Dewey is a tiny kitten found in the book return box at Spencer Public Library in Iowa. The children pick him up upside down and pet him the wrong way. Eventually, Dewey settles in to the new routine and is happy to help people.

Book jacket imageMail Harry to the Moon, by Robie H. Harris

Harry is the new baby in the family and has upset his older brother's world. Now Harry sits on Grandma's lap, eats brother's banana, bites gorilla's nose, spits up and screams. Brother wants to send Harry to the Moon. One day, when Harry appears to be missing, brother gets worried and finally decides a little brother isn’t so bad after all.

Book jacket imageAll In A Day, by Cynthia Rylant

In this picture-book poem, Cynthia Rylant shows us all the things that can be done in a day. From planting a seed to hiking in the woods, we are reminded that a day can bring hope and kindness.

 

Ages 9-11

Book jacket imageDessert First, by Hallie Durand

Third-grader Dessert Schneider's family owns a restaurant—which explains her unusual first name. Realizing every child's fantasy, she convinces her family to eat dessert first at their meals, leading to a problem for which she needs to make amends. This engaging beginning reader novel by debut author Durand is sure to please the sweet tooth of all.

Book jacket imageThe Unusual Mind of Vincent Shadow, by Tim Kehoe

Vincent is no ordinary boy—he has turned his attic into a secret lab where he creates toys. Of course, there are obstacles to his dreams of becoming an inventor, but all turns out ok in the end. A bonus—Vincent’s invention book with his drawings and plans comes with the story.

Book jacket imageWishing for Tomorrow, by Hilary McKay

Author McKay has written a sequel of sorts to the classic Francess Hodgson Burnett story A Little Princess. Picking up the story after Sara Crewe leaves Miss Minchin's school, this follows the stories of the girls left behind—Lavinia, Ermengarde and Lottie. This will compliment those familiar with the original and send new readers back to Burnett's story.

 

Have You Read?

February 26, 2010

Dewey reads!