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The Christmas Sweater

Written and Illustrated by Jan Brett
It’s Christmas morning, and Theo’s Yiayia has knitted his dog, Ari, a special red sweater. But when Ari shows his disinterest in the gift, Theo steps in to show his grandmother just how much they appreciate her kindness. He proposes a hike to Echo Lake, just him and Ari, where he can use his new snowshoes and Ari can sport his new sweater!
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Enchantress of Number

The Enchantress of Number

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Flavia Sorrentino
The story of a little girl who was a sorceress with sums!
2nd - 3rd
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The Girl Who Grew

The Girl Who Grew

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Amari Mitnaul
Wangari’s love of living things inspired her to become a world-changing activist!
2nd - 3rd
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What's Stirring: Fun, Food, & Family

Written by Daniel & Alonna Moore, with Dr. Daneell
What’s Stirring: Fun, Food & Family is more than a cookbook — it’s a family-bonding experience that brings grandparents, parents, and kids together through meaningful stories, simple recipes, and joyful moments in the kitchen.
K - 6th
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Pathfinder Island

Pathfinder Island

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Gaby Zermeno
What will happen to a group of kids lost on a desert island? Read on to find out!
2nd - 3rd
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Olive, The Other Reindeer

Olive, The Other Reindeer

Written by Vivian Walsh and Illustrated by J. otto Seibold
Olive is merrily preparing for Christmas when suddenly she realizes "Olive... the other Reindeer... I thought I was a dog. Hmmm, I must be a Reindeer!" So she quickly hops aboard the polar express and heads to the North Pole.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters: The Questioneers

Written by Andrea Beaty and Illustrated by David Roberts
Rosie Revere is no stranger to flops and fails, kerfuffles and catastrophes.
K - 3rd
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Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

Written and Illustrated by Kevin Henkes
Lilly is so excited about her new purple plastic purse that she can’t wait to show it off at school.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Where's Waldo?

Written and Illustrated by Martin Handford
Readers search crowded, detailed scenes to find Waldo and his friends in this interactive picture book phenomenon.
K - 4th
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Pete the Cat's 12 Groovy Days of Christmas

Written by Kimberly and James Dean

Pete and his friends are rockin’ and groovin’ while counting down the days to Christmas! Who needs...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Amelia Bedelia and the Baby

Written by Peggy Parish and Illustrated by Lynn Sweat
Amelia Bedelia babysits Missy’s baby, leading to her usual series of misunderstandings and literal interpretations that bring laughter and heart.
K - 3rd
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Pete the Cat Saves Christmas

Written by Eric Litwin and Illustrated by James Dean
Spend the holidays with your favorite blue cat!
Pre-K - 3rd
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It's Christmas, David!

Written and Illustrated by David Shannon
David is excited for Christmas and is trying to be on his best behavior! But from trying to peek at hidden gift packages and struggling to behave at the Christmas dinner party, it’s proving hard to stay out trouble.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Best Life Ever! with The Fulfillment Kids

Written by Clancy Clark and Illustrated by Kim Soderberg

You are a unique person in all the world, and you have a special purpose for being here. Join Sophie...

Pre-K - 5th
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The Snowman's Holiday

The Snowman's Holiday

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Meimo Siwaporn
A delightful story about two brothers who make a snowman friend and find a creative way to share the magic with their cousins in warm, sunny Australia!
2nd - 3rd
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The Crayons Go Back to School

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
The Crayons are getting ready to go back to school, and each crayon has a subject they’re looking forward to the most. They’re also ready to meet new friends . . . and let loose during their very favorite time of day: art class.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Secrets from the North Pole: Discover the Magic of Christmas

Written by Saskia Gwinn and Illustrated by Daria Danilova
Christmas has been wrapped in secrecy for centuries, but it is finally time to tell you what really happens in the countdown to the big day.
1st - 3rd
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The Runaway Beignet

The Runaway Beignet

Written by Connie Collins Morgan and Illustrated by Herb Leonhard
A magic beignet boy comes to life in New Orleans and leads a wild chase through the French Quarter as hungry people try to catch him.
1st - 6th
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Buc-ee Goes to School

Buc-ee Goes To School

Written by Katherine Aplin
Buc-ee Goes to School is a fun and heartwarming picture book that follows Buc-ee as he prepares for the first day of school, meets new friends, and learns important lessons about kindness, curiosity, and being yourself.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Christmas on the Farm

Christmas on the Farm

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Alena Tkach
Tommy gives his farm animals the best treat ever – and gets an unexpected treat of his own.
2nd - 3rd
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A Christmas Dream

A Christmas Dream

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Lisa Vaninni
A discontented girl discovers the meaning of the festive season!
2nd - 3rd
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The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Adam Rex
A laugh-out-loud hilarious picture book about the epic tale of the classic game Rock, Paper, Scissors. This hilarious origin story of the classic game Rock, Paper, Scissors, depicts epic battles between three mighty warriors from different realms.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Dinosaurs Before Dark (Magic Tree House, No. 1)

Written by Mary Pope Osborne and Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
Before Jack and Annie can find out, the mysterious tree house whisks them to the prehistoric past. Now they have to figure out how to get home. Can they do it before dark…or will they become a dinosaur’s dinner?
1st - 4th
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The Boy with Many Names

The Boy with Many Names

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Adri Predoi
The true tale of a little boy from Africa who grew up to become an inspiring leader!
2nd - 3rd

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