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 Christy Ottaviano Books: The line's broad scope encompasses literary and commercial picture books and fiction for all ages. These books encourage imagination and free-thinking, foster a sense of family and community, target the feelings of children, and speak directly to young people’s interests as they explore various milestones.  These books are reassuring and challenge readers, providing intriguing content for inquisitive kids.

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When Sol and Connie Blink move to Grand Creek, one of the first people to welcome them is an odd older woman, Fay Holaderry, and her friendly dog, Swift, who...

By Keith McGowan and Yoko Tanaka

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Louisa

The Life of Louisa May Alcott

When Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women was published in 1868 it was an instant success. Louisa drew on her experiences in writing the novel, but there’s a lot...

By Yona Zeldis McDonough and Bethanne Andersen

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The Treasure Bath

Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the bubbles in the bathtub? Embark on a magical journey with a little boy as he explores a creature-filled world...

Dan Andreasen

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Neo Leo

The Ageless Ideas of Leonardo da Vinci

In 1781, Thomas Paine came up with a model for a single-span bridge; in 1887, Adolf Eugen Fick made the first pair of contact lenses; and in 1907, Paul Cornu...

Gene Barretta Gene Barretta

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Muktar and the Camels

Muktar lives in an orphanage on the border of Kenya and Somalia. He daydreams about his old life with his family and especially tending to camels. One day,...

By Scott Mack and Janet Graber

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Me and My Animal Friends

If you wanted a pet, if you really really wanted just the right pet, what would it be? A gecko, a goose, or a humpback whale? A Minnesota minnow or a South...

By Ralph Covert and Laurie Keller

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Corpses, Coffins, and Crypts

A History of Burial

Drawing on extensive historical and anthropological research, personal accounts, and interviews with people who work in the funeral industry, Penny Colman...

"..., starred review "Death, the last stage of the human condition, has been underreported and mostly..."

Penny Colman Penny Colman

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Piper Reed Gets a Job

Piper Reed and her fellow Gypsy Club members are in need of a clubhouse. Raising money to buy one proves a challenge. Piper, being the resourceful fifth grader...

By Kimberly Willis Holt and Christine Davenier

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Cool Cars and Trucks

Whether you’d like to build an SUV, an excavator, a tanker truck, or a race car, this hands-on book will show you how. You can create street scenes such as a...

Sean Kenney Sean Kenney

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Soldier's Secret

The Story of Deborah Sampson

In the 1700s, women’s responsibilities were primarily child rearing and household duties. But Deborah Sampson wanted more from life. She wanted to read, to...

"...of a real-life ‘heroine.’…An admirable accomplishment..."--Booklist, starred review   "The real-life Deborah..."

Sheila Solomon Klass

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A Young Dancer

The Life of an Ailey Student

Meet Iman Bright, a thirteen-year-old student at the prestigious Ailey School in New York City. Iman is passionate about dance, but she also enjoys drawing,...

By Valerie Gladstone and Jose Ivey

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Mother Poems

Ayoung girl thinks of her mom as a superhero, a doctor, her North Star. She feels loved in her mother’s arms and capable of conquering the world. But when her...

Hope Anita Smith Hope Anita Smith

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El Barrio

Join a young boy as he explores his vibrant neighborhood. The city shimmers with life—at once a party, a waltz, and a heartbeat. El Barrio is his sister...

"...for all collections."--Kirkus Reviews , STARRED REVIEW   "The poetic text and glowing illustrations..."

By Debbi Chocolate and David Diaz

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David Inside Out

David Dahlgren, a high-school senior, finds solace in running with the track team; he’s a fast runner, and he enjoys the camaraderie. But team events become a...

"...trying to understand themselves.”—Kirkus Reviews   “Bantle describes the teen’s emotional roller..."

Lee Bantle Lee Bantle

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Big, Bigger, Biggest!

How would you describe a hippopotamus? Big might be the first word that comes to mind. What about a whale? Gigantic? Immense? How about enormous! What if you...

Nancy Coffelt

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How Robin Saved Spring

If Lady Winter has her way, the world will stay covered in blankets of snowy white and icy blue. Sister Spring will slumber forever and the winter will never...

By Debbie Ouellet and Nicoletta Ceccoli

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Sue MacDonald Had a Book

What would you do if a bunch of letters jumped right off the page while you were reading a book? Run after them, of course. Join Sue MacDonald as she travels...

"...text—based on a favorite children’s song—is perfectly coupled with Dave Coverly’s winning..."

By Jim Tobin and Dave Coverly

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What Can You Do with an Old Red Shoe?

A Green Activity Book About Reuse

What can Ruby do with her old red shoe? Use it as a planter for pansies! In this “green” craft book, children can appreciate that recycling is a part of...

Anna Alter Anna Alter

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Masterpiece

Marvin lives with his family under the kitchen sink in the Pompadays’ apartment. He is very much a beetle. James Pompaday lives with his family in New York...

By Kelly Murphy and Elise Broach

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Shift

In fifteen year-old Adrian Havoc's world, Homestate rules every aspect of society: identity cards need to be carried at all times, evolution is a forbidden...

"...winning the pesticide war, no question; I’ve never seen mosquitoes this big.             “Who says..."

Charlotte Agell Charlotte Agell

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Milagros

Girl from Away

Milagros de le Torre hasn’t had an easy life: ever since her father sailed away with pirates she’s been teased at school and there’s the constant struggle for...

"...of life through the magic of her heart."--School Library Journal, starred review   “Medina’s use..."

Meg Medina Meg Medina

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The Peace Bell

Yuko’s grandmother remembers that when she was a little girl many years ago in Japan, her town’s beautiful temple bell was taken away to be used as scrap metal...

By Margi Preus and Hideko Takahashi

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Those wacky scrambled states are back. This time they’ve come together for a spectacular show featuring their many goofball talents. But just when Indiana (the...

"...? In this winning companion to The Scrambled States of America, young readers will revel in the madcap adventure..."

Laurie Keller Laurie Keller

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Ralph's World Rocks!

Come to Ralph’s World and meet his friends Freddy Bear, Monster, and Emily Miller. Join Ralph as he works in a dump truck, eats sweets at Peggy’s Pie Parlor,...

By Ralph Covert and Charise Mericle Harper

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