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New & Notable Books for Children: April 2012 (page 5)


Cover art for OUT OF THE WAY! OUT OF THE WAY!
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
by Uma Krishnaswami, illustrated by Uma Krishnaswamy

"A lovely, unique contribution. (Picture book. 4-8)"
A boy in India sees a baby tree growing by the side of a dusty path, and, because he protects it, it flourishes throughout his lifetime despite the changes to the landscape around him. Read full book review >
Cover art for MARTY MCGUIRE DIGS WORMS!
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2012
by Kate Messner, illustrated by Brian Floca

"A quick, amusing read with an easily digestible environmental message; it is a perfect match for its young intended audience. (Fiction. 6-9)"
Third-grader Marty and her classmates are given a challenge by a visiting environmentalist: to develop Earth-friendly projects that she will then judge. Read full book review >
Cover art for WHEN DINOS DAWNED, MAMMALS GOT MUNCHED, AND PTEROSAURS TOOK FLIGHT
CHILDREN'S
Released: April 10, 2012
by Hannah Bonner, illustrated by Hannah Bonner

"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). Read full book review >