CHILDREN'S
Released: April 24, 2012
"A suspenseful, surprising novel of friendship and family from the creator of the popular Clementine series. (Fiction. 9-12)"
Desperate times call for desperate measures indeed when, one summer afternoon on Cape Cod, 11-year-old Stella finds her sole caretaker, her great-aunt Louise, dead in her chair.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 17, 2012
"Everything teems with movement and life--completely beguiling. (foreign word list) (Picture book. 4-9)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 15, 2012
"An enchanting tale for all, especially for lovers of ballet. Read the story, play the music and applaud. (Picture book. 3-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 12, 2012
"Foley tightly weaves the outlandish threads into a rich, unforgettable story that's quite simply--amazing. (Fiction. 8-12)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 10, 2012
"Perhaps these closing scenes anticipate more stories to come about these friends, since, as Boy and Bot would say, it's "affirmative" that this book will be a hit. (Picture book. 3-6) "
Dyckman's debut offers pitch-perfect pacing and gentle humor in a sweet story about a friendship that prevails over confusion.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 10, 2012
"Both casual and confirmed fans will devour this delicious blend of fact and foolery with relish. (Nonfiction. 8-12)"
More standup-style paleontology to follow
When Fish Got Feet, Sharks Got Teeth, and Bugs Began to Swarm (2007).
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"Otherwise, distinguished both as natural history and work of art. (Nonfiction. 7-12) "
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"A vastly engaging, must-read mystery infused with the perfect touch of captivating conjuration--er, magic. (Mystery. 9-14)"
Wacky, funny and ever so mysterious, this clever tale hits the ground running and never lets up.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"Shame on you, Gerald Morris, for treating the Matter of Britain with insufficient solemnity. (Snicker.) (Fantasy. 9-11)"
Prophecies. A young knight learns that they're just not to be trusted in this fourth of the light-hearted Arthurian Knights' Tales.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"A stunning gem indeed. (notes about toads) (Picture book. 2-5)"
Hobbie explores the wonders of spring through the eyes of a toad that survives the perils and pleasures of its trek to a country garden, where he encounters the author's granddaughter, Hope.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"As Captain Awesome would say, this kid is "MI-TEE!" (Fiction. 5-8)"
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"One case where an adaptation from an adult book is as much fun to read as the original. (Mystery. 7-12)"
How did Precious Ramotswe, the detective in the bestselling The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
series, get her start?
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 3, 2012
"Just as enjoyable as a read-aloud to a group or as a one-on-one lapsit, it's a pleasure to see Willems at the top of his game, and The Pigeon suitably humbled. (Picture book. 3-8)"
Everyone's favorite grouch of a fowl returns, though the spotlight is firmly fixed elsewhere.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"An important picture-book biography that lovingly introduces this "outsider" artist to a new generation. (source notes, afterword) (Picture book/biography. 6-11)"
Tate and Christie capture the spirit behind the work of Bill Traylor, "one of the most important self-taught American folk artists of the twentieth century."
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"Riveting reading, well-timed for the centennial of the Titanic's sinking. (afterword) (Picture book. 4-8)"
Based on a true story of shipwreck and rescue, Carbone's tale is leavened with narration by Anthony, a venturesome lad whose penchant for playing pirates helps him through the harrowing event.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"Share this admirable appreciation with a wide audience. (Picture book/poetry. 4-10) "
Twenty-three poems and evocative watercolor paintings pay tribute to the wonders of the ocean world.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"Budding herpetologists will snap this one up faster than a frog can catch a fly. (author's note, answer key, list of resources for more information) (Nonfiction. 6-10) "
Science writer Pringle truly delivers with his latest, a fascinating look at the similarities and differences among the many and varied species of frogs.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"The pleasure of finding unexpected links between a new country and the old suffuses this autobiographical outing. (glossary) (Picture book/memoir. 6-8)"
More warm family memories from the Chinese-American creators of
Mahjong All Day Long (2005), with cheery illustrations painted on ceramic plates.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"No classroom clichés here. Rather, creativity and inspired teaching in full bloom. (Picture book. 4-7) "
Daydreams on the first day of school lead to a happy ending thanks to a refreshingly responsive teacher.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
"Straightforward and sweet--almost darling, but in a very good way. If only it were available in hardcover. (Picture book. 3-6)"
This prince's day as related in simple words and images will prompt requests for still more reads.
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