![George's Marvelous Medicine](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0142410357.jpg?itok=jWq2yD3F)
When young George concocts a medicine in an attempt to alter his old grandmother’s nasty disposition, he quickly loses control of the situation for a laugh-out-loud listen. Appropriately narrated in a British accent, this is vintage Dahl (with a hint of sardonic humor).
George’s Marvelous Medicine
![Young Frank Architect](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0870708937.jpg?itok=dZKj_yGS)
Young Frank lives with his dog and his grandpa, Old Frank. Only a trip to the museum convinces Old Frank that Young Frank is really a very creative architect who can make chairs, “twisted and wiggly” buildings and more. Each creation, of course, is from an architect’s design, presented with understated humor in text and illustration.
Young Frank Architect
![Whale Shines: An Artistic Tale](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1419708481.jpg?itok=x45ZdBJt)
Whale advertises a forthcoming art show curated by, Mr. Jackson Pollack, a fish. But Whale doesn’t feel he is as talented as others until he notices a natural phenomenon that helps his creativity blossom but changes his diet forever. The horizontal shape supports the seascapes, its creatures and the appealing, gifted Whale.
Whale Shines: An Artistic Tale
![The Tree Lady](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1442414022.jpg?itok=_fWKw85L)
Katherine Olivia Sessions grew up in Northern California’s woods where she did things that most other 19th century girls didn’t do: get dirty, study science and complete college. Kate grew up to become known as “Mother of [San Diego’s] Balboa Park.” Stylized illustrations and text present this unique woman and her scientific accomplishments.
The Tree Lady
![Parrots Over Puerto Rico](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1620140047.jpg?itok=kzFA6xtE)
How colorful parrots that have lived on the island of Puerto Rico for “millions of years” almost disappeared but can again be seen today makes an exciting saga. Enjoy the richly colored collage cutouts illustrate alone or read the informative text which details the history of parrots and their island home.
Parrots Over Puerto Rico
![101 Animal Babies](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545563216.jpg?itok=orgmqbE0)
All animal babies are appealing. It’s hard to avoid an “awe” or two when dipping into this collection of factoids and photographs that present lots of babies of all types. The taste of information is sure to inspire readers to find out more about the furred, feathered and even cold-blooded babies.
101 Animal Babies
![Knock Knock: My Dad's Dream for Me](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316209171.jpg?itok=zuhXOkol)
A boy’s game with his father begins each morning with, “KNOCK KNOCK.” Then one morning, the father is no longer there but he shares his dreams for his son through a letter. Based on the author’s separation from his father, sadness and hope radiate from the pages of this affecting story.
Knock Knock: My Dad’s Dream for Me
![The Kite that Bridged Two Nations](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1590789385.jpg?itok=z73H3euc)
Homan Walsh wanted to win the prize for flying his kite, Union, from one side the Niagara River to the other — the first step in building a bridge connecting Canada and the U.S. Stylized paintings and simple text tell a powerful story (based in fact) of persistence and hope.
The Kite that Bridged Two Nations
![Forest Has a Song](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0618843493.jpg?itok=nt1TG4hK)
Follow a girl as she discovers a forest and its treasures through the seasons. Crisp, realistic illustrations and the varied, evocative short poems invite young readers to “Remember/I am Forest,/Remember/I am here.”
Forest Has a Song
![Flying Solo: How Ruth Elder Soared into America's Heart](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596435097.jpg?itok=2QZhu6vz)
Ruth Elder was a beauty queen but in 1927 she showed her pluck when she and a copilot took off for Paris. Though she didn’t make it that time, she continued to demonstrate that women were fine pilots and could fly solo. Ruth’s early life and aviation is fascinatingly revealed through evocative narration and illustration.
Flying Solo: How Ruth Elder Soared into America’s Heart
![Don't Say a Word, Mama/No Digas Nada, Mama](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1935955292.jpg?itok=UB3URJSR)
Rosa lives with her family and Blanca lives by herself in homes near their much-loved mother. They share their abundant gardens with much-loved Mama until Mama has too much! Told in Spanish and English, the story of a close-knit, devoted family has the cadence and appearance of a traditional tale.
Don’t Say a Word, Mama/No Digas Nada, Mama
![The Bear's Song](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1452114242.jpg?itok=H-zWvfge)
Little Bear’s thoughts of honey start his quest alone while Papa Bear hibernates. The chase begins when Papa Bear awakens with a start, and continues through myriad, highly detailed scenes on oversized pages. Lively language and lots to examine lead to the happy, honey-filled reunion of father and son.
The Bear’s Song
![Al and Teddy](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/061572969X.jpg?itok=cffDEKLr)
Al’s little brother Teddy wants to join his big brother on his imaginative jaunts. Though Al tells Teddy he’s too young, Teddy discovers he can accompany Al on a memorable, dream trip through Al’s art. Handsome art moves the tale to its swirling, satisfying conclusion.
Al and Teddy
![What Am I? Where Am I?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0823428567.jpg?itok=o5lwHUGP)
A partial image of an animal is accompanied by the question, “What am I?” With a turn of the page, a larger look at the animal is shown, accompanied by “Where am I?” Another turn reveals the habitat. Handsome, highly realistic watercolors in a predictable format introduce animals, ending with a portrait of a boy “on the beautiful Earth.”
What Am I? Where Am I?
![That Is NOT a Good Idea!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0062203096.jpg?itok=4Y4NRCPK)
For whom is the walk NOT a good idea, an increasingly agitated plump yellow chick warns? The babushka-wearing goose or the hat-wearing fox? The chick intrudes on the old-fashioned movie format to share his admonition in this comic tale with a surprise ending.
That Is NOT a Good Idea!
![Odd Duck](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596435577.jpg?itok=m7V5EI-I)
Theodora and Chad are both odd ducks though neither of them considers themselves offbeat. Can they get along living as neighbors? Sly wisdom is couched in the humor of this easier-to-read comic book with its highly expressive cartoon illustration.
Odd Duck
![Niño Wrestles the World](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596436042.jpg?itok=yc2QgupF)
Niño, the Boy, clad in underwear, dons the traditional mask of luchadores to cleverly beat opponents from Mexican lore. Spanish words are included in the bold, colorful design of this appealing book with its surprise ending. End pages provide pronunciation and information on the Spanish language.
Niño Wrestles the World
![My New Teacher and Me!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0062192035.jpg?itok=G3W-F3Oy)
Billy is thrilled that it’s the first day of school. Mr. Booth, a no-nonsense teacher, however, doesn’t buy why Billy is covered in dirt. Billy’s outlandish stories delight the other kids but not the teacher! The rhyming text and cartoon-like illustrations speed to a very satisfying conclusion.
My New Teacher and Me!
![Ling and Ting Share a Birthday](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316184055.jpg?itok=lDPMvC14)
Ling and Ting, (first introduced in Ling and Ting, Not Exactly the Same (opens in a new window)), share many things including their birthday. After all, they’re twins! Their special day — from gifts to wishes — is celebrated in six short chapters in which they help each other in many ways.
Ling and Ting Share a Birthday
![How Big Were Dinosaurs?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1596437197.jpg?itok=t8optbje)
How big were the dinosaurs really? Though a deadly hunter, the microraptor “would barely be able to look a modern-day chicken in the eye.” Energetic illustrations contrast dinosaurs to things familiar and contemporary. Add animated text for a memorable look at size and prehistoric creatures.
How Big Were Dinosaurs?
![Hide-and-Seek Science: Animal Camouflage](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0823422933.jpg?itok=CpENcSa-)
From swamps to coral reefs, animals use camouflage. Lush, realistic, double page illustrations ask readers to find a particular number of animals in each habitat. With the turn of the page, the habitat is described and all animals are identified.
Hide-and-Seek Science: Animal Camouflage
![FraidyZoo](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1419707760.jpg?itok=EeYJ3I-z)
Little T is afraid to go to the zoo. To convince her that it’ll be just fine, both parents and older sister try to identify the cause of the fear. Miming an animal that starts with an “A” begins their creative afternoon. A very funny and satisfying ending is revealed only in the delightful illustration.
FraidyZoo
![Fly Guy Presents Space](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545564921.jpg?itok=iNvBsI7N)
Buzz and his pet fly, Fly Guy, visit a space museum for a brief introduction to stars, planets and related concepts. Photographs and funny illustrations combine with easy-to- read language for a quick, accessible, informative trip shared by old friends.
Fly Guy Presents Space
![The First Drawing](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316204781.jpg?itok=ZJUphWj7)
An illustration of a contemporary boy with pencil in hand stands in front of a blank piece of paper, invites readers to “Imagine…you were born before the invention of drawing…” And so starts Gerstein’s exploration of the boy who created the first drawing, created with a charred stick on a cave wall.