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After Dark: Poems about Nocturnal Animals

Written by David L. Harrison and Illustrated by Stephanie Laberis
This collection of twenty-two poems explores the fascinating lives of North American nocturnal animals.
K - 4th
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In the Red Canoe

Written by Leslie A. Davidson and Illustrated by Laura Bifano
In the Red Canoe celebrates the bond between grandparent and grandchild and invites nature lovers of all ages along for the ride.
Pre-K - 1st
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Fatima's Great Outdoors

Written by Ambreen Tariq and Illustrated by Stevie Lewis
The school week might not have gone as planned, but outdoors, Fatima can achieve anything.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Whole Wide World and Me

Written and Illustrated by Toni Yuly

Like a flower in a field . . .
Like a cloud in the sky . . .
So am I.

Just as a pebble is part of a...

Pre-K - K
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All the World

Written by Liz Garton Scanlon and Illustrated by Marla Frazee

All the world is here.
It is there.
It is everywhere.
All the world is right where you are.
Now.


Fo...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Señorita Mariposa

Written by Ben Gundersheimer (MISTER G) and Illustrated by Marcos Almada Rivero

Rhyming text and lively illustrations showcase the epic trip taken by the monarch butterflies. At...

Pre-K - K
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Kate, Who Tamed The Wind

Written by Liz Garton Scanlon and Illustrated by Lee White

A wild wind blows on the tippy-top of a steep hill, turning everything upside down for the man who...

Pre-K - 3rd
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When Winter Comes

Written by Nancy Van Laan and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
Where oh where do the leaves all go when winter comes and the cold winds blow?

What happens to fish...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Hike

Written and Illustrated by Pete Oswald
In the cool and quiet early light of morning, a father and child wake up. Today they’re going on a...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Busy-Busy Little Chick

Written by Janice N. Harrington
Little Chick's mother is all cluck and no action. Mama knows her old nest isn't the cozy home she...
Pre-K - 1st
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In the Tall, Tall Grass

Written by Denise Fleming
If you were a fuzzy caterpillar crawling through the tall, tall grass on a sunny afternoon, what...
Pre-K - 3rd
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In the Small, Small Pond

Written by Denise Fleming
A child explores the wonders of the natural world in this rhyming, beautiful bright colored picture...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Stuff of Stars

Written by Marion Dane Bauer and Illustrated by Ekua Holmes
Before the universe was formed, before time and space existed, there was . . . nothing. But then ....
Pre-K - 3rd
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Miss Lady Bird's Wildflowers: How a First Lady Changed America

Written by Kathi Appelt and Illustrated by Joy Fisher Hein
This book tells the story of Lady Bird Johnson, First Lady of the United States and a passionate...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Tell Me, Tree: All About Trees for Kids

Written by Gail Gibbons
From acorn to seedling, from root to fruit, from pin oak to cottonwood, a wealth of interesting...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Red-Eyed Tree Frog

Written by Joy Cowley and Illustrated by Nic Bishop
Nature In a tropical rain forest in Central America, a red-eyed tree frog spends the night looking...
Pre-K - 3rd
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How Do You Know It's Fall? (Rookie Read-About® Science—Weather and Seasons)

Written by Lisa M. Herrington

How do you know its fall? What about the seasonal changes we feel and see?

Through vivid photos and...

Pre-K - 1st
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The Tortoise & the Hare

Written by Jerry Pinkney
This companion to the Caldecott Medal-winning The Lion & the Mouse is Jerry Pinkney's most stunning...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Fly Guy Presents: Bats

Written by Tedd Arnold
Animated characters Fly Guy and Buzz add comic appeal to this colorful introduction to a host of...
K - 2nd
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Fruit Trees

Written by Lee B. Daniels
A variety of fruit-bearing trees are mentioned, along with the yummy fruits they produce.
K - 2nd
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We're Going on a Nature Hunt

Written by Steve Metzger and Illustrated by Miki Sakamoto
When three friends take off on a lovely spring morning, they have no idea where the day will lead them. Together, they explore the beauty nature has to offer. And together, they have fun everywhere they go—off on an adventure, or right here at home
Pre-K - 1st
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Flower Garden

Written by Eve Bunting and Illustrated by Kathryn Hewitt

After the pansies, tulips, daffodils, geraniums, and daisies are purchased and dad and daughter take...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Let It Fall

Written and Illustrated by Maryann Cocca-Leffler

The leaves turn red, brown, and orange, then drift down from the trees. It is time to go apple...

Pre-K - 1st
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Dandelions: Stars in the Grass

Written by Mia Posada
Have you ever wanted to float on the soft, downy tufts of a dandelion blowing in the wind? In...
Pre-K - 2nd

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