![Miss Lina's Ballerinas](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/031238243X.jpg?itok=jbbGIGKz)
Eight little girls study ballet with Miss Lina in the town of Messina — and happily arrange themselves in four groups of two. There’s a bit of concern upon the arrival of ninth girl until Miss Lina suggests a new configuration. The light, lively illustration, rhyming text, and school of girls are reminiscent of the Madeline books.
Miss Lina’s Ballerinas
![Madlenka Soccer Star](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0374347026.jpg?itok=DoaN3WWM)
Madlenka dreams of being a soccer star in this third book about the city-dwelling girl. She leaves home in her soccer togs playing imaginary games until she’s joined by one friend and then a team full of children. A note about soccer history concludes the book.
Madlenka Soccer Star
![Stone Rabbit: Ninja Slice](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375867236.jpg?itok=lqryMe0x)
In this latest in the graphic novel series, Stone Rabbit and his friend save a homemade pizza business, defeating the incredibly speedy but totally mediocre new pizzeria, the Ninja Slice. Lots of comic book illustration and action create the book’s appeal.
Stone Rabbit: Ninja Slice
![Knuffle Bunny Free](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0061929573.jpg?itok=VzJpKie9)
Knuffle Bunny is accidentally left on the plane when Trixie and her parents visit the grandparents in Holland. Though Trixie is miserable without her snuggle buddy, she finds him on the plane bound for home where Trixie shows remarkable growth and selflessness. A note from Daddy completes the book’s emotional circle.
Knuffle Bunny Free
![Can I Play Too?](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1423119916.jpg?itok=8hi3Vm1U)
Snake asks to play catch with elephant and Piggie but gets beaned by the ball as he has no arms with which to catch it. The friends come up with a creative solution for them all to play catch. Cartoon illustrations are as clear as the speech bubbles in this funny addition to the series.
Can I Play Too?
![Bink & Gollie](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/076363266X.jpg?itok=10H6PEt-)
Bink and Gollie are as different as possible in appearance, likes, and styles. In spite of their dissimilar approaches, the girls remain the best of friends in what may be the first of a fresh new series.
Bink & Gollie
![Babymouse: Cupcake Tycoon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/037586573X.jpg?itok=S6qSWhDJ)
Babymouse is back, this time to win the contest for selling the most cupcakes in support of a new school library. As in others of the satisfying, humorous series, Babymouse’s imagined scenarios are shown in pink.
Babymouse: Cupcake Tycoon
![Almost Zero: A Dyamonde Daniel Book](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0399251774.jpg?itok=rVTvj23n)
The bright, lively, and one-of-a-kind girl is back, this time to find out the difference between wanting something and actually needing it. Dyamonde is caught by her own cleverness, sure to gain readers’ empathy.
Almost Zero: A Dyamonde Daniel Book
![Lizards](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545206340.jpg?itok=UouT34fG)
Known for his close-up, full-color photographs of animals in the wild, Bishop turns his lens to a variety of lizards from around the globe. The informative, striking book demonstrates that “lizards lead lives that are full of surprises.”
Lizards
![Little House on the Prairie: 75th Anniversary Edition](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0061958271.jpg?itok=dlnbe6bF)
In the second installment of the classic series, Laura and her family travel in a covered wagon to settle in Kansas. Additional background materials are included in this 75th anniversary edition including letters from Laura, information about the book’s first printing and a bit about the play. Garth Williams’ black and white illustrations have been gently colored for a fresh new look.
Little House on the Prairie: 75th Anniversary Edition
![Clementine, Friend of the Week](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1423113551.jpg?itok=lYhpZj8P)
Clementine is back, this time named her 3rd grade classroom’s Friend of the Week. Things don’t go as planned, of course, but Clementine figures out more about true friendship in this latest book featuring the energetic, irrepressible, and always likeable heroine.
Clementine, Friend of the Week
![Calvin Coconut: Zoo Breath](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0385737041.jpg?itok=es4vSRZK)
Fourth grader Calvin Coconut is back for another adventure. Calvin’s new dog, Streak — who has extreme halitosis — and his science “discovery” project intersect before Calvin’s mom makes him return Streak to the shelter. Calvin is a recognizable character in plausible situations.
Calvin Coconut: Zoo Breath
![About Raptors: A Guide for Children](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1561455369.jpg?itok=r0sRFPT5)
Highly realistic illustrations and brief, lucid text introduce birds of prey that live in many different habitats. A glossary, additional information about the habitats depicted, and bibliography complete this informative, engaging introduction to raptors.
About Raptors: A Guide for Children
![Abraham Lincoln](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0756608341.jpg?itok=xDVBEov-)
Abraham Lincoln, sixteenth president of the United States, led the nation through its darkest hour — the Civil War. Find out about Lincoln’s childhood on a frontier farm, how a struggling small town lawyer became president, and why he is one of America’s most revered and beloved leaders.
Abraham Lincoln
![Where the Mountain Meets the Moon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0316114278.jpg?itok=7Zo_HqaO)
Minli embarks on a journey to change the luck of her family and their village. Traditional stories inspired by Chinese folklore combine with a rousing adventure for an altogether satisfying tale. Richly-hued illustrations decorate and enhance the handsome novel.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
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Year of the Rat
![Year of the Dog](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/031606002X.jpg?itok=m4ZykRfH)
Year of the Dog
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Even though Ling and Ting are identical twins, they are not the same. How they differ becomes clear in short chapters in this winning book just right for new readers. The charismatic Asian-American sisters are depicted in word and illustration with humor and affection.
Ling and Ting: Not Exactly the Same
![Pigs to the Rescue](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0805086838.jpg?itok=yGbFHe0X)
All week when Farmer Greenstalk and his family have minor problems, it’s “pigs to the rescue” — with hilarious results. The disasters created by the supportive porkers are seen only in comic illustrations which also remind readers that it isn’t over yet!
Pigs to the Rescue
![Busy Barnyard](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1582461686.jpg?itok=Ouf0y3ig)
Animals shown in color photographs engage in a range of recognizable activities — from romping to snuggling. Lively language and a sturdy format are used in this appealing book just right to share with young children.
Busy Barnyard
![Gruffen (The Dragons of Wayward Crescent)](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545168155.jpg?itok=8a70L4Mt)
When Lucy suspects there’s a monster in her bedroom, her mum knows exactly what to do; make a guard dragon, Gruffen, to look after her. See also: Gauge (opens in a new window), another book in The Dragons of Wayward Crescent series.
Gruffen (The Dragons of Wayward Crescent)
![The Patterson Puppies and the Midnight Monster Party](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763632430.jpg?itok=9rW3CXfW)
Zack, Andy, and Penelope slept all night but not Petra. No matter what her siblings suggested, Petra was afraid of monsters. When they meet a three-eyed monster with four arms, Petra discovers that the monster is as fearful as she is. Together they enjoy a monstrous good time until the pups’ parents carry them off to bed. Naive illustrations extend the familiar theme and its cozy resolution.
The Patterson Puppies and the Midnight Monster Party
![My Baseball Book](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0688171370.jpg?itok=KMn5JJNg)
The basic rules and equipment of baseball are introduced in simple words and straightforward illustrations. Those interested in the nitty-gritty of the game will appreciate this practical presentation.
My Baseball Book
![Home-Run King](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/014241459X.jpg?itok=IJPzGwxl)
There were always discoveries to be made in their grandmother’s attic; and Gee always had a story to go along with it. On this visit, the cousins find an autographed baseball that leads to a story about the Negro Baseball League and its stars, Josh Gibson and Satchel Paige. Exciting, predictable, and well-paced, this is sure to appeal to children.