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My First Biography: Christopher Columbus

| October 10, 2011 | 0 Comments
My First Biography: Christopher Columbus

With simple, lyrical text and bold, kid-friendly illustrations, this book introduces Christopher Columbus to the youngest readers and inspires them to follow their dreams.

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Elisa Kleven, Creator of Magical Worlds

| October 6, 2011 | 0 Comments
Elisa Kleven, Creator of Magical Worlds

Elisa Kleven has created magical, fantastic worlds for children to explore in her acclaimed picture books including such gems as “The Paper Princess,” “The Lion and The Little Red Bird,” “Welcome Home,” “Mouse,” and “A Carousel Tale.” Her most recent titles include “The Friendship Wish” and “One Little Chicken.”

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“One Love,” Based on the Song by Bob Marley, Adapted by Cedella Marley

| October 5, 2011 | 0 Comments

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Cedella Marley Inspires with “One Love”

| October 5, 2011 | 0 Comments
Cedella Marley Inspires with “One Love”

Cedella Marley’s life has always been rooted in music and culture. As the oldest child of Bob Marley, she has dedicated herself to keeping her father’s message and memory alive.

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F. Isabel Campoy Discusses her Hispanic Folktale Collection

| September 30, 2011 | 0 Comments
F. Isabel Campoy Discusses her Hispanic Folktale Collection

F. Isabel Campoy is a scholar devoted to the study of language acquisition. She is a well-known author of numerous children’s books in the areas of poetry, theatre, folktales, biographies, and art.

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Review: The Busy Life of Ernestine Buckmeister

| September 30, 2011 | 3 Comments
Review: The Busy Life of Ernestine Buckmeister

Trying to “make every moment count” as her father advises, Ernestine Buckmeister is shepherded to and from her daily tuba, yoga, karate, knitting, sculpting, water ballet and yodeling lessons by her Nanny O’Dear.

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Tales Our Abuelitas Told: A Hispanic Folktale Collection

| September 29, 2011 | 0 Comments
Tales Our Abuelitas Told: A Hispanic Folktale Collection

These stories have journeyed far—over mountains, deserts, and oceans—carried by the wind, passed on to us by our ancestors. Now they have found their way to you.

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Three New Picture Books on Courage

| September 27, 2011 | 0 Comments
Three New Picture Books on Courage

Sometimes our children need encouragement—especially when they’re feeling a little shy in a new environment. Let’s face it; sometimes we all need a little bolstering to confront new experiences. The following books may help your children do so with grace and boost their confidence.

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I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen

| September 27, 2011 | 0 Comments

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Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night

| September 25, 2011 | 0 Comments

Add this book to your collection: Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night by Joyce Sidman Have you read this book? Rate it: [ratings]

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