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 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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