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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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Fox and Owl's Winter Adventure (Animal Friends Through the Seasons)

Written by Jackie Liu and Illustrated by Moonlie Fong Whittaker
In a gentle tale set against a snowy woodland backdrop, Ember the fox and her friend Flint the owl explore the excitement and beauty that winter brings.
Pre-K - 1st
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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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Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Scott Campbell
Roderick hates going to bed, and the young boy has become quite resourceful in coming up with ways to delay the dreaded hour when the lights must go out.
Pre-K - 1st
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Love From The Crayons

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
Love is yellow and orange. Because love is sunny and warm. Discover all the bright colors and subtle shades of love with this charming new book, featuring everyone’s favorite coloring crew.
Pre-K - 2nd
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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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Green is for Christmas

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
When Green Crayon claims that green is the only color for Christmas, the other Crayons let him know that there would be no Christmas without them either. No candy canes or Santa without Red, no snow without White, no bells or stars without Silver, and no cookies or reindeer without Tan! The Crayons agree that they all need to come together to make Christmas special.
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Crayons' Christmas

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
’Tis the season for all of us to write our holiday wish lists. But everyone—even the Crayons—know the best presents are the ones that you give. In this unique book, readers get to see how Duncan, The Crayons, and their families celebrate the holidays.
Pre-K - 2nd
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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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Itty-Bitty Kitty-Corn

Written by Shannon Hale and Illustrated by LeUyen Pham

Kitty thinks she might be a unicorn.

She feels so perfectly unicorn-y! “Neigh!” says Kitty.

But when...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Team Rocket to the Rescue! (Pokémon Kalos: Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

Team Rocket to the Rescue! (Pokémon Kalos: Scholastic Reader, Level 2)

Written by Maria S. Barbo
Team Rocket to the Rescue?!? Team Rocket is on a mission.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Couch Potato

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald

The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Roller Coaster Ride

Written and Illustrated by David Broadbent

Vincent and Grandma are on their way to the beach. As they get nearer to their destination, his...

Pre-K - 1st
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Rosa Explores the Water Cycle

Written and Illustrated by Jessica Spanyol

Rosa and friends return! A simple story in each book shows this diverse group of children making...

Pre-K - 1st
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Rosa's Big Sunflower Experiment

Written and Illustrated by Jessica Spanyol
RIF Summer Camp: STEM Stars Badge. Rosa and her friends are on a mission to grow their very own sunflowers, and you can follow along every step of the way! From planting tiny seeds to discovering the cool bugs that visit the blooms, there's always something exciting to explore. Get ready to dig in, observe, and maybe even start your own garden adventure!
Pre-K - 1st
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The Cool Bean

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald
Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd—until one day the cool beans show him how it’s done.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Free to Be Elephant Me

Written by Giles Andreae and Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees

It's time for the Elephant Games! Every young elephant parades their talent in front of the king to...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Jet the Cat (Is NOT a Cat) (Bilingual Navajo & English)

Written by Phaea Crede and Illustrated by Terry Runyan

Jet is not like any other cat...but when other animals try to convince her that she's really a bird...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Learns to Ride a Bike

Written by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros

Frank and Bert want to go on a BIG bike ride.

But there's one little problem.
Bert is very slow and...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Never, Ever, Ever Ask a Pirate to a Party

Written by Clare Helen Welsh and Illustrated by Anne-Kathrin Behl

If you want the perfect party, never, ever, ever invite this crowd of chaotic guests! The unicorn...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Luna Loves Library Day

Written by Joseph Coelho and Illustrated by Fiona Lumbers

A young girl, Luna, looks forward to library day because it's the day she spends with her dad, as...

Pre-K - 3rd

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