New & Notable Books for Children: May 2012

by R.P. Harris & illustrated by Taeeun Yoo

A rousing adventure that introduces the issue of elephant trafficking in a gentle and appropriate way. Full review >

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by Philip Pullman & illustrated by Martin Brown

A strong sense of right and wrong permeates the gleeful absurdity of the New Cut Gang’s madcap capers and refreshes the soul. Full review >

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by Molly Bang ; Penny Chisholm & illustrated by Molly Bang

Readers will want to visit more than once to capture both the science and the abundant sense of celebration here. Full review >

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by Mem Fox & illustrated by Jill Barton

Look for little humans to add this to their play repertoire. Full review >

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by Mini Grey & illustrated by Mini Grey

A wonderfully satirical, action-packed romp that echoes the grand tradition of comic books as it ingeniously communicates... Full review >

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by Marion Dane Bauer & illustrated by Jennifer A. Bell

A perfect selection for pet lovers new to chapter books and anyone who just enjoys a cheerful dog story. Full review >

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by Polly Carlson-Voiles

A little gem of a book for all wild-hearted lovers of the natural world. Full review >

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by Il Sung Na & illustrated by Il Sung Na

Ready or not! Here comes a book worth finding. Full review >

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by Judith Rossell & illustrated by Judith Rossell

Next time your child asks to shove a banana down the drain, go for it. Full review >

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by Peter McCarty & illustrated by Peter McCarty

Beautifully benign illustrations conjure powerful familial feelings Full review >

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by Roddy Doyle

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by Susanna Reich & illustrated by Amy Bates

A fine recipe for pleasure: Julia Child, the culinary arts, Paris and a lucky cat. Full review >

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by Kristy Dempsey & illustrated by Henry Cole

A guaranteed “Cowabunga!” (Picture book. 3-6) Full review >

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by Rachel Vail & illustrated by Matthew Cordell

Hilarious, laugh-out-loud fun for middle-grade readers. Full review >

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by Tracey Fern & illustrated by Boris Kulikov

Children who gawp at dinosaur exhibits will realize a new appreciation for those who devote their lives to finding and... Full review >

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by Lynda Mullaly Hunt

A worthy addition to the foster-family shelf. Full review >

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by Erin E. Moulton

This improbable plot and spunky protagonist are appealing bait for a heartfelt, memorable story. Full review >

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by Sheila Turnage

Readers may find they never want to leave Tupelo Landing. Full review >

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by Juliet Bell

Utterly satisfying. Full review >

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illustrated by Ramsingh Urveti & Jonathan Yamakami

Indian folk art triumphantly meets 17th-century English trick verse in this sophisticated graphic venture fit for middle... Full review >

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by Maria van Lieshout & illustrated by Maria van Lieshout

The license plate on the car on the cover says, “ABC*FUN,” and it is! (Alphabet book. 3-6) Full review >

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by Jairo Buitrago & illustrated by Rafael Yockteng & translated by Elisa Amado

Eye-opening inspiration in this unassuming import from Colombia. Full review >

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by Olive Senior & illustrated by Eugenie Fernandes

So happy, it'll give readers and listeners the urge to visit (with or without their clothes). Full review >

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by Marilyn Sadler & illustrated by Michael Slack

Though it is supposed to be a silent game—and here it is anything but that—this rendering of the childhood favorite captures... Full review >

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