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Bakers Dozen

The Baker's Dozen

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
In The Baker's Dozen, a greedy baker in Colonial America learns a tough lesson after trying to cheat his customers. After a mysterious woman curses his shop, he discovers that being fair and kind is the real secret to success.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Anansi and the Pot of Beans

Anansí and the Pot of Beans

Written by Bobby Norfolk and Sherry Norfolk and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
When Anansí ignores his grandmother's warning, he finds himself in a funny and messy situation that explains why spiders have no hair today. This Story Cove picture book is perfect for young readers who love humor, colorful characters, and learning important life lessons.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Zigzag

Zigzag

Written by Robert D. San Souci and Illustrated by Stefan Czernecki
After being teased and pushed out of a toy shop, Zigzag must stay hopeful and keep moving forward to find the one child who will love him just as he is. This heartwarming story features bright, quilted illustrations and teaches readers that being different is what makes us special.
Pre-K - 2nd
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For Sure! For Sure!

For Sure! For Sure!

Written by Hans Christian Andersen and Illustrated by Stefan Czernecki
When a chicken's joke about a lost feather is overheard and embellished by a series of animals, the gossip spreads like wildfire until the original story is completely unrecognizable.
K - 3rd
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Billy Brown and the Belly Button Beastie

Billy Brown and the Belly Button Beastie

Written by Bobby Norfolk and Sherry Norfolk
In this humorous adaptation of a Japanese folktale, a young boy discovers the legendary Belly Button Beastie is real after ignoring his mother’s warnings about kicking off his blankets at night.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Boy and the Violin

The Boy and the Violin

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Sheyla Nogueira
Elias makes some animal friends – and embarks on a surprising adventure in South America!
Pre-K - 1st
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Super Rabbit Boy's Team-Up Trouble!

Written by Thomas Flintham
King Viking, his robot army, and Miss Business are working together to create a perfect storm of trouble in Underland. It's up to Super Rabbit Boy and Mega Mole Girl to team up and save the day.
K - 2nd
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A Spooktacular Party!

A Spooktacular Party!

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Nurdan Fenerci
Edgar is worried when his weird new neighbors invite him over for a Halloween celebration!
Pre-K - 1st
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Too Many Toys

Too Many Toys

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Ekaterina Ladatko
Is there such a thing as too many cuddly toys? Not according to Alice and her special friends.
Pre-K - 1st
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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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Baby Elephant

Baby Elephant

Written by Christine Kelly and Illustrated by Roisin Hahessy
A humorous story about Tilly, who gets confused when her mom says she has a baby in her belly and prepares for a very unexpected arrival!
Pre-K - 1st
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Pim the Coolest Penguin cover

Pim the Coolest Penguin

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Luke Flowers
A heartwarming story about Pim, a penguin who loses his feathers and learns that what makes him different can actually make him special!
Pre-K - 1st
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My Zen Friend

My Zen Friend

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Catherine Ranzikova
Kim loves adventures... especially if his panda pal comes with him!
Pre-K - 1st
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High Fliers!

High Fliers!

Written by Amanda Brandon and Illustrated by Lu Maluje
A story about three inventive animal friends who dream of flying! They design their own hot air balloon and lift off on an exciting adventure, using teamwork and problem-solving skills when challenges arise along the way.
Pre-K - 1st
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Harry the Narwhal

Harry the Narwhal

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Flo Davis
When a problem arises in the ocean, Harry uses his tusk to help, and everyone learns to celebrate differences and treat others with kindness.
Pre-K - 1st
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Marianne the Maker

Written by Kelly Corrigan & Claire Corrigan Lichty and Illustrated by George Sweetland

Marianne's days are filled with schedules, structure, and soccer. There's just one problem: Marianne...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Bakery Dragon

Written and Illustrated by Devin Elle Kurtz

Ember has always been different from the other dragons. His fearsome roar sounds more like a polite...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Day the Crayons Made Friends

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
Duncan’s crayons are at it again, escaping their box to explore his room and have adventures. Each crayon finds something new to do—Red drives a firetruck, Blue helps a doll, and Esteban tames a teddy bear—sharing exciting stories of the friends and adventures they encounter.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Nutcracker

Written and Illustrated by Jan Brett

When Marie and her brother Fritz receive a special Christmas nutcracker from their uncle, Marie...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory

Written by H.A. Rey & Margret Rey

Curious George finds his sweet tooth–and plenty of chocolate–on a visit to a candy store.

When George...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Boxitects

Written and Illustrated by Kim Smith

Meg is a brilliant and creative boxitect. She loves impressing her teacher and classmates with what...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Book of Mistakes

Written and Illustrated by Corinna Luyken

One eye was bigger than the other. That was a mistake.
The weird frog-cat-cow thing? It made an...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Madeline Finn and the Therapy Dog

Written by Lisa Papp

Madeline Finn is training her dog Star to become a therapy dog. Will they pass the test? A beautiful...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Arabic Quilt: An Immigrant Story

Written by Aya Khalil and Illustrated by Anait Semirdzhyan

Kanzi's family has moved from Egypt to America, and on her first day in a new school, what she wants...

Pre-K - 3rd

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