Book Recommendations for Children
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The Impossible Crime
Mac B. is back... and this time, a new enemy is after the Crown Jewels! Will Mac solve this locked-room mystery in time?An instant New York Times bestseller!The Crown Jewels are in danger... again! When the jewels go missing from inside a locked room, Mac's spy skills are put to the test. How did the thief break in? Where did the jewels go? And will Mac be able to solve this locked room mystery before the thief escapes? This mystery isn't just a whodunit... it's a howdunit!The action in this adventure is nonstop, as Mac travels to an ancient Irish castle to solve the mystery. There, he encounters everything from killer king cobras to bizarre ice sculptures... and even a revenge plot dating back hundreds of years! Will you be able to solve the mystery before Mac does? Also features historical facts masterfully woven throughout the plot, and full-color illustrations on every page. Don't miss the installment of this totally smart and sidesplittingly funny New York Times bestselling series, Mac B., Kid Spy. -
Timmi Tobbson Leseabenteuer - die Spur der sieben Rätsel
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Curious George Goes to the Beach
One hot summer day, George and the man with the yellow hat go to the beach. What fun George has at the beach! What fun he has feeding the seagulls! It's fun, that is, until they fly away with something valuable and George must find a clever way to save the day.
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Don't Be Silly, Mrs. Millie!
Mrs. Millie has lots of fun teasing her kindergartners. She tells them to hang up their goats, eat gorilla cheese sandwiches, and to remember to wear their bats and kittens when they go outside for recess. Coupled with hilarious artwork that literally interprets each of Mrs. Millie's "mistakes," this lighthearted read-aloud sets a typical school day on its ear, even as it teaches a subtle lesson on wordplay.
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A World Wonder
Young readers will join Cora, a girl with big dreams and even bigger aspirations, on a journey to discover what makes life truly meaningful.
Ever since she was a little girl, Cora has dreamed of designing truly fantastical things, awe-inspiring structures that everyone recognizes as world wonders...and that's exactly what she does!As Cora ages and her accomplishments and acclaim grow, she returns to her hometown to fulfill her childhood dream--to transform the house on top of the hill into a true world wonder. In the process, Cora learns that living a meaningful life isn't all about amazing achievements or always making bigger and better things, but about building community, giving generously of your time and talents, and loving others along the way.
Vividly illustrated and imaginative, A World Wonder helps parents and educatorsencourage children to dream big but also to value wonder and beauty in the ordinary. Most important, young readers will learn that in a world of limitless possibility, it's the bonds we form and the people we love that bring real meaning and satisfaction in life.
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When I Talk to God, I Talk About You
A New York Times bestselling book!
“Gorgeous…Inspired by both of their grandparents and their guidance on prayer, the book is full of thoughtful details…Full of messages for parents, grandparents, or anyone reading.” – Romper
From Chrissy Metz, star of the hit NBC television show This Is Us, and Bradley Collins comes a gorgeous, heartwarming picture book of faith, prayer, and the loving bond between parent and child.
When I talk to God, guess what I do?
It's really quite simple: I talk about you.
From bears and otters to rabbits and raccoons, these animals describe the many things they pray to God for as their little ones grow right before their eyes. With stunning illustrations from Lisa Fields, this is a touching ode to unconditional love and the perfect book to help introduce little ones to prayer.
Perfect for fans of Matthew Paul Turner's When God Made You, Rachel Held Evans's What Is God Like?, Lisa Tawn Bergren & Laura J. Bryant's God Gave Us You, Ainsley Earhardt's I'm So Glad You Were Born, and Joanna Gaines's The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be. Perfect for Easter baskets and year round!
Praise for When I Talk to God, I Talk Aboout You:
“Serene.” – Yahoo! Life
“Sweet.” – People Magazine
“Sweet and affirming...[with] gentle artwork.” – Kirkus
“The rhyming text and delicate illustrations make this a perfect book for parents to share with their little ones about unconditional love...This heartwarming book is an ode to faith, family, and the loving bond between parent and child.” – Kidsbookshelf.com
“Heart-warming…[with] sweet illustrations…[A] treasure for my family. I love to read it to my little ones, to help them understand how much I love and pray for them, too.” – KidsR.Us -
Politeness (Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit)
Gramps loves to play his violin, but unfortunately, he isn't very good! Brother, Sister and Honey Bear learn that being polite is more than just saying 'Please' and 'Thank you' in this humorous Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit storybook!
Kids ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this sweet, faith-based story filled with fun, colorful illustrations—it’s the perfect read-aloud for any day! The Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit series celebrates the joy of faith, family, and friends—values essential to a wholesome and fulfilling life!
This 32-page hardcover storybook, created by Mike Berenstain, son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, includes a soon-to-be classic story about being polite. When Gramps finds his old violin, the cubs are happy to listen. But when they hear Gramps play, they must learn how to choose kind words and be polite! -
Pinkalicious: Kittens! Kittens! Kittens!
Cute, colorful, and very lively kittens star in this Level One Pinkalicious I Can Read.
Pinkalicious and Peter get a big surprise when their foster cat has kittens! Caring for six rambunctious kittens is a huge challenge. Will Pinkalicious and Peter be able to convince Mommy and Daddy to let them keep them
Pinkalicious: Kittens! Kittens! Kittens! is a Level One I Can Read which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
Readers can watch Pinkalicious and Peter on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific!
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Pete the Kitty and the Three Bears
Join Pete the Kitty as he visits the three bears in this I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Kimberly and James Dean.
Once upon a time, there was a kitty named Pete who came upon a house in the forest. He goes in, eats pizza, plays guitar, and falls asleep. But what happens when three bears come home
Beginner readers will love this new Pete-tastic spin on the beloved fairy tale Goldilocks and the Three Bears!
This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations--which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.
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Pearl
Pearl--a little gosling who loves to sing--joins the quaint world of Olivier Dunrea's Gossie & Friends in this preschool-friendly picture book about finding your voice.
Pearl sings sleeping songs, slurping songs, quietly, and loudly, all over the farm--all day long. Pearl loves, loves, loves to sing! But what will she do when she loses her voice? Olivier Dunrea lends his signature charm to another preschool conundrum and shows how the support of friends can help us get over a rough patch.
Learning Tools
ABCmouse
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Accelerated Reader
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Goodreads
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The Children's Book Review
The Children’s Book Review, named one of the ALSC (Association for Library Service to Children) Great Web Sites for Kids, is a resource devoted to children’s literacy. The site offers reviews and book lists of the best books for kids of all ages.