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Thursday, June 12, 2014

New J Fiction

Book Jacket for: Alien encounter

Alien Encounter by Harper. 
The first book in the Sasquatch and Aliens series about two friends who solve a mystery involving underpants, an alien, and, of course, Sasquatch!

The Battle For WondLa (WondLa, #3)

The Battle for Wondla by DiTerlizzi. 
All hope for a peaceful coexistence between humankind and aliens seems lost in the third installment of the WondLa trilogy. 

Cupcake Cousins

Cupcake Cousins by Hannigan
Baking a fluffy pink cupcake is awesome, but wearing a dress that looks like one? No, thank you. Cousins Willow and Delia can't wait to spend a week vacationing together with their families. Their aunt is getting married, and Willow and Delia are hoping their tasty baked goods will be enough to get them out of being flower girls in the wedding. 
Andy Griffiths; Illustrations by Terry Denton The 26-Story Treehouse

The 26-Story Treehouse by Griffiths
Join Andy and Terry in their newly expanded treehouse, which now features 13 brand-new storeys, including a dodgem car rink, a skate ramp, a mud-fighting arena, an anti-gravity chamber, an ice-cream parlour with 78 flavours run by an ice-cream serving robot called Edward Scooperhands and the Maze of Doom—a maze so complicated that nobody who has gone in has ever come out again ... well, not yet, anyway. Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!

Book Jacket for: The summer experiment

The Summer Experiment by Pelletier
A boring summer vacation turns unexpectedly interesting when mysterious lights appear over Roberta's hometown in northern Maine. Roberta is convinced she and her best friend Marillee can win the Maine State Science Fair if only they can find an amazing project to showcase. 

Squeeze Play

Squeeze Play by Ripkin 
Corey Maduro should be thrilled about the Orioles going to the big Grand Slam Tournament.  But whenever he thinks about playing, he feels sick.  For one thing, he’s in a monster hitting slump, which shows no signs of ending.  Then there’s Katelyn Moss, who thinks she deserves Corey’s center field job and tries to outdo him at everything.

Lost in Bermooda

Lost in Bermooda by Litwin
Bermooda is a tropical island that is undiscovered by the outside world and is primarily populated by walking, talking cows of human intelligence.

Eddie Red Undercover: Mystery on Museum Mile

Eddie Red Undercover: Mystery of Museum Mile by Wells
Sixth grader Edmund Xavier Lonnrot, codename "Eddie Red," has a photographic memory and talent for drawing anything he sees. When the NYPD is stumped by a mastermind art thief, Eddie becomes their secret weapon to solve the case, drawing Eddie deeper into New York's famous Museum Mile and closer to a dangerous criminal group known as The Picasso Gang.

Welcome to Dog Beach

Welcome to Dog Beach by Greenwald
Twelve-year-old Remy loves the traditions of Sea Gate, the island where her family spends every summer vacation, but after her grandmother and a special dog die, and her relationship with best friends Bennett and Micayla changes, Remy takes comfort in the company of the Dog Beach--where she hatches a plan to bring her friends closer and recapture the Sea Gate magic.

Secrets According to Humphrey

Secrets according to Humphrey by Birney
So many secrets are flying around Room 26 that Humphrey can barely keep track. Mrs. Brisbane knows a student is leaving, but Humphrey can’t figure out which one. (Even more confusing, Mrs. Brisbane seems unsqueakably happy about it.) The class is studying the Ancient Egyptians, and some of the kids have made up secret clubs and secret codes. Even Aldo is holding back news from Humphrey. 

Cathy 


Monday, May 5, 2014

New Apps for you to try







The following Apps have been loaded onto the iPads in the Children's room:

Slides & Ladders

























Nothing says 'quality time' like playing a family board game with the kids. Slides & Ladders is a mobile version of the classic "Snakes and Ladders" with a few new twists. It is fun for children of all ages. {$1.99 iTunes} 








This new game allows early learners to jumpstart their understanding of how words are formed. {$1.99 iTunes} 





The Very Hungry Caterpillar 

One of our favorite picture books now has it's own app. The graphics are almost as beautiful as the picture books. There are games and activities based on several of Carle's books. {$3.99 iTunes} 






Busy Shapes



Cathy 



This app helps children improve their ability to handle simple objects through a series of puzzles, in which they must change simple shapes and place them in the proper holes. This one is a lot of fun!  




Wednesday, April 30, 2014

New Picture Books

Here are some of my favorites from the ones that just arrived.



Aviary Wonders Inc. by Samworth


This book is just beautiful and fun.Since 2031, Aviary Wonders Inc. has offered bird lovers a unique opportunity: Assemble your own bird from stunningly beautiful and carefully hand-crafted parts. The birds can even be taught to fly and to sing!








Flip Flap Farm by Scheffler




    
What do you get when you cross a goat with a turkey? Why, a gurkey, of course! What about a pig with a sheep? Well, that would be a peep, naturally!
There are 121 possible combinations, silly names and animal noises to make you giggle, this hilarious rhyming flip-flap book in a fun format is perfect for pre-schoolers. See what crazy creatures you can create – and to find out what strange noises they make too!







The Pigeon Needs a Bath!
The Pigeon Needs a Bath by Willems


The Pigeon needs a bath! Except, the Pigeon's not so sure about that. Besides, he took a bath last month! Maybe. It's going to take some serious convincing to get the Pigeon to take the plunge.                    








We love you, Hugless Douglas by Melling

When Douglas goes on a best friend hunt with Flossie the sheep, everyone seems to have a best friend except him! Perhaps what Douglas is looking for is right under his nose...












Motor Dog by Cyrus
   

A robot dog seems like the ideal pet until it gets one look at a neighborhood cat. Then its special features kick in of their own accord, and the dumbfounded owner, a redheaded boy named Flip, finds himself airborne. At the other end of the leash, Motor Dog pursues its prey down the street and into the trees: “ ‘Hold your horses! Shift your gears!’/ Motor Dog switched off his ears./ Then he lit his booster rocket./ Flip’s right shoulder left its socket.”


I Hatched!
I Hatched! by Esbaum





A baby chick bursts from his egg and into the world with hilarious enthusiasm, awe, and I-can't-help-myself energy, capturing babies' delight in new discovery and parents' joy in this amazing new person. Rompy, rhyming text evokes the zeal of a toddler who's eager for everything.










SOME BUGS by Angela DiTerlizzi
Some Bugs by DiTerlizzi 


Featuring insects including butterflies and moths, crickets and cicadas, bumblebees and beetles, this zippy rhyming exploration of backyard-bug behavior is sure to have insect enthusiasts of all ages bugging out with excitement!









    
WHEN THE WIND BLEW by Alison Jackson
When the Wind Blew by Jackson


A variety of nursery rhyme characters are blown together into one whimsical tale.We all know the story of the old woman who lived in a shoe with her many children. But not everyone knows about the day when the wind blew very hard, and an unexpected guest arrived (cradle and all), setting off a chain of events that involves the three little kittens, Jack and Jill, Little Bo Peep, Little Boy Blue, and many other beloved nursery characters. 




Cathy

Friday, April 18, 2014

New J Non-Fiction

A BABY ELEPHANT IN THE WILD by Caitlin O’Connell
A Baby Elephant in the Wild by O'Connell













Last summer, the Sibert Honor–winning duo Caitlin O'Connell and Timothy Rodwell witnessed the birth—and growth—of a baby elephant. They wanted to find answers to questions such as: What do newborn elephants look like? How big are they? What threatens them in the wild? Do they bully each other? Are they stalked by lions? What happens if they don't get enough food or water? Are they at risk of extinction?



Bedtime Math 2: This Time It's Personal
Bedtime Math 2 by Overdeck













We all know it's wonderful to read bedtime stories to kids, but what about doing math? Many generations of Americans are uncomfortable with math and numbers, and too often we hear the phrase, "I'm just not good at math!" For decades, this attitude has trickled down from parents to their kids, and we now have a culture that finds math dry, intimidating, and just not cool. Bedtime Math wants to change all that.And with three different levels of challenge (Wee ones, Little kids, and Big kids), there's something for everyone.



Book Jacket for: The Muppets character encyclopedia
Muppets Character Encyclopedia
















From Kermit the Frog, to Animal and Fozzie Bear, the gang's all here in The Muppets Character Encyclopedia, the perfect introduction to the Muppets. Each page of this fun and friendly guide features a different Muppet profile packed with tons of interesting facts about these beloved characters. 



Poem Depot by Florian 













This is a kid-friendly, rhyming poetry collection that totally delivers on its subtitle -- it's virtually guaranteed to give smiles and in some cases belly laughs. Each of the 170 clever, often absurdist nonsense poems is illustrated by an inviting, kid-like line drawing. This entertaining collection's great for hooking reluctant readers or anyone with a sense of humor!



Book Jacket for: Maps and geography
Maps and Geography by Jennings 













I am always skeptical of celebrity authors. Ken Jennings won 74 games of Jeopardy back in 2004. But I loved this book.  The book is packed with fun facts, stories and trivia. For instance, did you know that the biggest desert in the world is very cold and is covered with snow and not sand? Bet you didn’t know the Earth consists of a total of 57 million square miles of land and water!


Everything Mythology
Everything Mythology by Hoena 













National Geographic Everything Mythology is jam packed with fascinating facts and awe-inspiring imagery that brings your favorite fierce mythological heroes to life, introducing kids to gods of ancient worlds, including Greek, Norse, Chinese, America Indian, African cultures, and more. Packed with facts, colorful illustrations, and infused with humor, this fun journey through ancient lore will keep kids fascinated with every turn of the page.

Cathy 




Wednesday, April 16, 2014

New Chapter Books

The new material has started to arrive.... 




Battle of Beasts by Columbus














The sequel to the New York Times bestselling novel, House of Secrets--hailed by J. K. Rowling as "a breakneck, jam-packed roller coaster of an adventure"--this second installment is full of even more explosive twists and turns. Fans of Harry Potter and Rick Riordan books will enjoy.


Book Jacket for: Amelia Bedelia goes wild!
Amelia Bedelia Goes Wild! 













Amelia Bedelia has moved from Easy Readers to Chapter Books. In this illustrated chapter book adventure, just right for fans of Judy Moody and Ivy + Bean, young Amelia Bedelia and her friends build a zoo in the backyard (complete with stuffed animals and attractions) and offer safari adventures to the entire neighborhood.


By the Grace of Todd by Galveston













Perfect for fans of Andrew Clements and "The Borrowers," "By the Grace of Todd" is the laugh-out-loud answer to what happens if you leave dirty laundry on the floor . . . and don't follow your mother's instructions to clean your room. 


Captain Awesome and the Missing Elephants
Captain Awesome and the Missing Elephants by Kirby 













Captain Awesome and his superhero pals must foil dastardly distractions at the zoo in this animal adventure. 

Nick and Tesla's High Voltage Danger Lab by Pflugfelder













Nick and Tesla are bright 11-year-old siblings with a knack for science, electronics, and getting into trouble. When their parents mysteriously vanish, they're sent to live with their Uncle Newt, a brilliant inventor who engineers top-secret gadgets for a classified government agency. It's not long before Nick and Tesla are embarking on adventures of their own--engineering all kinds of outrageous MacGyverish contraptions to save their skin: 9-volt burglar alarms, electromagnets, mobile tracking devices, and more. Readers are invited to join in the fun as each story contains instructions and blueprints for five different projects.













When Emily Vole inherits an abandoned shop, she discovers a magical world she never knew existed. And a fairy-hating witch, a mischievous set of golden keys, and a train full of brightly colored bunnies are just a few of the surprises that come with it. With the help of a talking cat called Fidget and a grumpy fairy detective called Buster, it is up to Emily to save the fairies and get to the bottom of Operation Bunny.

Just a few to get you interested. Stop by the new book area in the children's room to see more. 

Cathy