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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Gibb, Sarah (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Child, Lauren (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). Paperback. Very young children will go crazy for Maisy and bathtubs!Maisy and her friends act out the lively adventures young children have or dream of having every day. In Maisy Takes a Bath, Tallulah doesn't want Maisy to take a bubble bath just now. She wants her to come out and play instead. What will Maisy's friend do next? Here's another very good reason to be crazy for Maisy! Tallulah doesn't want Maisy to take a bubble bath just now. She wants her to come out and play instead. What will Maisy's friends do next? Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Alborough, Jez (illustrator). Paperback. "Alborough celebrates the pleasure of giving and receiving good hugs, as well as the joy inherent in finding just the right word." Publishers Weekly (starred review)Bobo needs a hug. But his friends don't seem to understand. "Hug," he implores, time and again. Time and again his puzzled palsfrom the smallest chameleon to the tallest giraffeshrug and cuddle with their jungle mothers. As the lonely chimp's plea escalates, his friends grow concerned. Can the elephants lead Bobo to his heart's desire?Jez Alborough, the acclaimed author-illustrator of Where's My Teddy?, It's the Bear!, and My Friend Bear transforms a total of three wordsand some of the most tenderly expressive animals ever createdinto an endearing tribute to love and belonging. Alborough's irresistible charmer is now available in a paperback edition as the author transforms a total of three worlds--and some of the most tenderly expressive animals ever created--into an endearing tribute to love and belonging. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). Paperback. Maisy's fun and familiar world reflects the lively adventures young children have every day.In Maisy's Bedtime, Maisy and her friends get ready for bed. As always, toddlers, preschoolers, and parents will find the ordinary extraordinary with Maisy! Maisy and her toy panda go through their nighttime routine as they get ready for bed. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condition: new. Meserve, Jessica (illustrator). Paperback. Cozy up to this enticing adventure starring Daisy Dawson, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary gift: she can talk to and understand animals!Its snowing! And Daisy Dawson couldnt be happier enjoying the winter weather with all of her animal friends. There are even newborn lambs to meet, including Woolverton, whose curiosity about the world beyond the farmers field soon gets him into trouble. When Daisy hears that Woolverton is lost in the woods, she bundles up and, with the farm dog Boom at her side, sets out to find him. In her third adventure, Daisy finds out that no matter how far she travels, shell always find her way home. Steve Voakes gentle tale and Jessica Meserves winning illustrations make this a perfect story for a snug winters day. When one of the lambs on the farm gets lost on the other side of the river, Daisy, who can communicate with animals, and her dog Boom help return him to the flock. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). Paperback. Who's waiting at the stops? Preschool fans will be thrilled to climb aboard for a bus ride with Maisy.Maisy and her friends act out the lively adventures young children have or dream of having every day. In Maisy Drives the Bus, Maisy visits each bus stop to pick up passengers. Here's another very good reason to be crazy for Maisy! In this charming storybook that reflects favorite TV episodes, Maisy visits each bus stop to pick up passengers. Who's waiting at the stops? Preschool fans will be thrilled to climb aboard to find out. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Ledwidge, Natacha (illustrator). Paperback. The New York Times best-selling series"An easy sell to girls looking for a friendship story with more than a touch of make-believe." Kirkus ReviewsWhen Emily Windsnap discovers an old diamond ring during a class hunt for trinkets, how is she supposed to know that the ring is half the key to unlocking an ancient curse by Neptune himself? Now, with the ring stuck firmly on her hand, Emily finds herself under a new curse: in just a few days, shell cease to be half-human and half-mermaid and must say good-bye to one parent forever. Can she possibly find the other missing ring that will break all the curses? Is there anyone who can help her before its too late? The third novel of Kessler's "New York Times"-bestselling series featuring half-human, half-mermaid Emily Windsnap. An old diamond ring turns out to be half the key to unlocking an ancient curse put in place by Neptune himself. Can Emily find the other missing ring to break the curse? Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Gibb, Sarah (illustrator). Paperback. The New York Times best-selling series"High-action adventure, a plucky protagonist, and whimsical illustrations enliven this sea fantasy, which will be most thoroughly appreciated by series followers." BooklistPicture an island set in a glittering blue sea, sparkling with white sand and palm trees, a secret place where humans and merfolk live together. To Emily Windsnap half mermaid, half human her new home is perfect. That is, until Emily ruins everything by waking a legendary sea monster known as the kraken from its hundred-year sleep. . . . An enchanting tale with a fabulous monster, engaging characters, and plenty of mermaid magic, this second fantasy about Emily Windsnap is filled with charm and warmth. An enchanting tale with a fabulous monster, engaging characters, plenty of mermaid magic, and a page-turning story, Kessler's middle-grade fantasy has all the charm and warmth of its predecessor, "The Tail of Emily Windsnap." Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Sanders, Brian (illustrator). Paperback. Explore the glory and tragedy of the Titanic in a fascinating book that traces the events leading up to her fateful end.On April 14, 1912, the largest and finest ocean liner of the age struck an iceberg and sank to the icy depths. Here, in clear, compelling prose illustrated with evocative scenes, extensive diagrams, and historical photos, is the story of the Titanic'srise and fall- from details on her state-of-the-art design and widely varying accommodations to a timeline showing how structural and human failure contributed to her demise. "On April 14, 1912, the largest and finest ocean liner of its time struck an iceberg and sank to the icy depths of the Atlantic. Now, 100 years later, follow the Titanic's history from blueprint to ocean dream, and discover what led to the ship's tragic end."--P. [4] of cover. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Waring, Geoff (illustrator). Paperback. A Start with Science book about sound.When Oscar hears a blackbird singing in the meadow, Bat swoops in to talk to him about sound. A sudden thunderstorm and a visiting cow give Oscar lots of opportunities to learn about sounds that are loud or soft, near or far, deep or high.Back matter includes an index and supplemental activities. Start with Science books introduce kids to core science concepts through engaging stories, fresh illustrations, and supplemental activities. When Oscar hears a blackbird singing in the meadow, Bat swoops in to talk to him about sound. A sudden thunderstorm and a visiting cow give Oscar lots of opportunities to learn about sounds that are loud or soft, near or far, deep or high. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). Board Book. "A sweet evening serenade for toddlers. . . .Cousins branches out in a more poetic direction." Kirkus ReviewsMaisy and her friends have had a long day of play, and now the sun is setting, making pretty colors in the sky. Soon its time for the sleepy mouse to sing and read to Panda, snuggle in her cozy bed, and bask in the comforts of bedtime. What better way for young children to end their day than with a "sweet dreams" from Maisy? Ideal for bedtime reading, this sweet board book tells the story of Maisy and her friends having a long day at play. It's soon time for Maisy to sing, read to Panda, and snuggle in her cozy bed. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Board Book. Condition: new. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). Board Book. Kids go crazy for Maisys lift-the-flap books!Maisy mavens will love exploring their favorite mouses house, looking for Maisy and her friends, and searching for the elusive Panda in this fun, interactive story perfect for preschoolers. Maisy mavens will love exploring their favorite mouse's house, looking for Maisy and her friends, and searching for the elusive Panda in these fun, interactive stories. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Granström, Brita (illustrator). Paperback. "A celebration of the body and what it can do, this book careens from part to part with infectious enthusiasm . . . sunny toddlers laugh, wriggle, stretch, reach, and tickle to the accompaniment of gleeful text." PUBLISHERS WEEKLYFrom a wiggle of their shoulders to a stomp of their feet, a group of lovable toddlers joyfully explores the many ways to use their bodies. Lips can be made small for kissing, while arms can go up and down or reach out to hug those we love. Judy Hindleys jaunty text and Brita Granstroems playful illustrations are perfect for children as they begin to discover the wonders of their bodies and the joy of learning to move. From a wiggle of their shoulders to a stomp of their feet, a group of lovable children explores the many ways to use their bodies to make fun noises. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Carter, Abby (illustrator). Paperback. When pranksters ruin Dolores Starbuckle's pumpkins, Andy puts his trickiest plan to the test in this humorous tale filled with Halloween fun. Andy Shane does not want to go to Dolores Starbuckle's birthday party. It's on the same day as Halloween Plus, Dolores is always ordering Andy around or squealing over his marble collection. But when Dolores tells Andy that someone is smashing pumpkins in front of her house, the thought of tricking the tricksters is too appealing to resist. Maybe he could scare off the vandals and give Dolores a really great present, all at the same time Andy Shane returns in a second upbeat tale for early chapter-book readers. When pranksters ruin Dolores Starbuckles pumpkins, Andy puts his trickiest plan to the test, in this humorous tale filled with Halloween fun. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cartoon Saloon, Ltd. (illustrator). Paperback. Get right to the heart of the mummy in this spook-tacular episode of Scream Street. Bwah-ha-ha!Scream Street has been shrouded in night for as long as anyone can remember. But things really look black when millions of spiders escape and cover everything with their suffocating webs. Luke Watson (boy-turned-werewolf), vampire Resus, and mummy Cleo are trying to combat the creepycrawlies as they search for the third relic Luke needs to take his parents homethe heart of an ancient mummy. But Sir Otto is determined to fight them every step of the way! After he turns into a werewolf, Luke Watson and his family are relocated to Scream Street, a frightful community of supernatural beings. This third spook-tacular story gets right to the heart of the mummy. Includes four collector's cards. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Scream Street Book #2 the quest for the relics continues.What better way to feed the neighborhood vampires than to pipe blood from residents cuts and nosebleeds straight into kitchen taps? And how better to foil Lukes mission to free his folks than to cut off this vital (if icky) blood supply to Lukes best vampire friend? Whats more, the local sewer rats have been accidentally turned into raging vampire rodents. Now Luke and his pals must keep the critters at bay while searching for the second crucial relic a vial of witchs blood while avoiding being turned into vampires themselves. In this second installment, Luke and his pals on Scream Street must keep a horde of raging vampire rats at bay while searching for the second crucial relic--a vial of witch's blood--while avoiding being turned into vampires themselves. Includes four collector's cards. Consumable. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Is this a normal invasion on Scream Street? The shrieks keep coming as the spine-tingling series surges ahead!Opening a doorway out of Scream Street seems to have brought with it a whole new set of problem and now Luke, Resus, and Cleo are beginning to realize what they have unleashed. Scream Street faces a greater threat than ever before: normals! Opening a doorway out of Scream Street seems to have brought with it a whole new set of problems--and now Luke, Resus, and Cleo are beginning to realize what they have unleashed. Scream Street faces a greater threat than ever before: normals! Includes free collectors' cards. Consumable. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Why is our trio beset with trolls? The shrieks keep coming as the spine-tingling series surges ahead!Luke, Resus, and Cleo are eager to begin their new quest. First stop, Count Negatov's castle! As the three make their way through the bleak, murky wilds of Transylvania, it looks like this adventure will be dull, but easy. Until they are kidnapped by trolls. Luke, Resus, and Cleo are eager to begin their new quest. First stop, Count Negatov's castle! As the three make their way through the bleak, murky wilds of Transylvania, it looks like this adventure will be dull, but easy. Until they are kidnapped by trolls. Includes free collectors' cards. Consumable. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cartoon Saloon, Ltd. (illustrator). Paperback. Rock out with a zombie in the next spook-tacular episode of Scream Street. Bwah-ha-ha!Deadstock, the worlds greatest zombie rock festival, is coming to Scream Street! Too bad Sir Otto Sneer is not in the mood for dancingand when he banishes the concerts headliners, the fleshmetal band Brain Drain, to the evil Underlands, he causes a riot. Now if Luke and his pals want to restore peace to the neighborhood (and find the fourth relic they seek), they have no choice but to follow the band . . . into the darkest depths of the earth. Luke is just one relic away from opening the doorway back to his own world and taking his parents away from the terrors of Scream Street. But the final search threatens to plunge him into the most dangerous adventure yet. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Van Dusen, Chris (illustrator). Paperback. Can Mercy Watson outwit . . . Animal Control? The porcine wonder's on the lam in her latest tongue-in-snout adventure Eugenia and Baby Lincoln may live next door to a pig, but that doesn't stop them from living a gracious life. And the amiable Mercy Watson is equally determined to follow the delightful scent (and delicious taste) of the pansies her thoughtful neighbors are planting to beautify their yard. "Where have all the flowers gone?" shouts Eugenia, who is finally ready to take extreme measures — and dial Animal Control Has Mercy's swine song come at last? Or will her well-pampered instincts keep her in buttered toast? "From the Hardcover edition." Can Mercy Watson outwit . . . Animal Control? The porcine wonder's on the lam in her tongue-in-snout adventure from Newbery Medalist DiCamillo ("Because of Winn-Dixie"). A Junior Library Guild Selection. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Fucile, Tony (illustrator). Paperback. If James Marshall's George and Martha were not hippos and were both girls, they would be much like best friends Bink and Gollie. . . . More, please! Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Meet Bink and Gollie, two precocious little girls one tiny, one tall, and both utterly irrepressible. Setting out from their super-deluxe tree house and powered by plenty of peanut butter (for Bink) and pancakes (for Gollie), they share three comical adventures involving painfully bright socks, an impromptu trek to the Andes, and a most unlikely marvelous companion. Full of quick-witted repartee, this brainchild of Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo and award-winning author Alison McGhee is a hilarious ode to exuberance and camaraderie, imagination and adventure, brought to life through the delightfully kinetic images of Tony Fucile. Winner of the 2011 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. In a brilliant collaboration, bestselling authors DiCamillo and McGhee, along with acclaimed illustrator Fucile, introduce an outrageously funny pair of friends. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Fucile, Tony (illustrator). Paperback. "Fresh, wry dialogue and witty cartooning are as dynamic a pairing as Bink and Gollie themselves." Publishers Weekly (starred review) All righty, then! Celebrate the tall and short of a marvelous friendship with a new Bink and Gollie adventure. Slapstick and sweetness, drollery and delight abound in this follow-up to the Geisel Awardwinning, New York Times Best Illustrated Childrens Book Bink and Gollie, written by the beloved and best-selling Kate DiCamillo and Alison McGhee and brought to hilarious life by Tony Fucile. Bink and Gollie's friendship remains strong, even in the face of Gollie's "royal blood," Bink's Stretch-O-Matic machine, and the pursuit Goll world record. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Benson, Patrick (illustrator). Paperback. A tender tale to remind the youngest of children that Mommy always comes back."I want my mommy!" Three baby owls awake one night to find their mother gone, and they cant help but wonder where she is. What is she doing? When will she be back? What scary things move all around them? Stunning illustrations from striking perspectives capture the anxious little owls as they worry. Not surprisingly, joyous flapping and dancing and bouncing greet the mothers return, lending a celebratory tone to the ending of this comforting tale. Never has the plight of young ones who miss their mother been so simply told or so beautifully rendered. Three baby owls awake one night to find their mother gone. They start to get worried and hear strange noises all night long. But when Mom returns, she has something they all want. Illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Denton, Kady MacDonald (illustrator). Paperback. "Parents looking for a book about separation or divorce will find few offerings as positive, matter-of-fact, or child-centered as this one. . . . Simple, yet profoundly satisfying." Booklist (starred review)At Mommys house, Alex has a soft chair. At Daddys house, Alex has a rocking chair. In each home, Alex also has a special bedroom and lots of friends to play with. But whether Alex is with Mommy or with Daddy, one thing always stays the same Alex is loved. The gently reassuring text focuses on what is gained rather than what is lost when parents divorce, while the sensitive illustrations, depicting two unique homes in all their small details, firmly establish Alexs place in both of them. Two Homes will help children and parents embrace even the most difficult of changes with an open and optimistic heart. This reassuring classic for younger children which addresses separation and divorce and helps kids embrace even the most difficult of changes is now in paperback. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Cousins, Lucy (illustrator). Paperback. Take the plunge with Maisy and her friends as they splash and wade through their first swimming lesson. Kirkus ReviewsToday Maisy and her friends are going swimming for the first time. Eddie is a natural, but Maisy and Tallulah get into the pool slowlyooh, its freezing! But soon they are kicking and floating and even blowing bubbles with the rest. Whether water-shy or raring to go, young readers will relate to Maisy as she learns to make a splash! "Splish-splash! Maisy's going to a swimming lesson!"--Back cover. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Manders, John (illustrator). Hardcover. This gently spooky read-aloud treat is also a satisfying bedtime book sure to delight the youngest reader on many a deep, dark night.Little Baby Mummy wants just one more game of hide-and-shriek with Big Mama Mummy before bedtime. The night is deep and dark, full of friendly creatures that click their clacky teeth and whoosh past on flippy-floppy wings. But who will comfort Little Baby Mummy if a small, scritchy-scratchy someone gives him a scare? Big Mama Mummy, of course! Fresh, comical illustrations complement this everso- slightly suspenseful story with a satisfying ending. This gently spooky read-aloud treat is also a satisfying bedtime book sure to delight the youngest reader on many a deep, dark night. Fresh, comical illustrations complement this ever-so-slightly suspenseful story with a satisfying ending. Full color. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Hawkes, Kevin (illustrator). Paperback. "A reminder that sometimes, there is a good reason to break the rules. . . .This winsome pairing of text and illustration is a natural for storytime." School Library Journal (starred review)Miss Merriweather, the head librarian, is very particular about rules in the library. No running allowed. And you must be quiet. But when a lion comes to the library one day, no one is sure what to do. There aren't any rules about lions in the library. And, as it turns out, this lion seems very well suited to library visiting. His big feet are quiet on the library floor. He makes a comfy backrest for the children at story hour. And he never roars in the library, at least not anymore. But when something terrible happens, the lion quickly comes to the rescue in the only way he knows how. Michelle Knudsen's disarming story, illustrated by the matchless Kevin Hawkes in an expressive timeless style, will win over even the most ardent of rule keepers. When a lion comes to the library one day, no one is sure what to do. There are no rules about lions in the library. When something terrible happens, the lion quickly comes to the rescue in the only way he knows how. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Waring, Geoff (illustrator). Paperback. Start with Science books introduce kids to core science concepts through engaging stories, fresh illustrations, and supplemental activities.One day Oscar comes across a nest made of twigs and leaves, perfect for sheltering eggs. It makes him wonder about all the things we use in our daily lives like glass, paper, plastic, and cloth. With the help of his friend Snail, the curious kitten learns why we choose specific materials to do different jobs, where the materials come from, and what useful qualities they have. Back matter includes an index and supplemental activities. When Oscar the kitten comes across a nest made of twigs and leaves, Snail explains why specific materials are chosen to do different jobs, where the materials come from, and what useful qualities they have. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.