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Holy Mole

Holy Mole'!

Written by Caroline McAlister and Illustrated by Stefan Czernecki
When a surprise visit from a Spanish Viceroy sends a monastery kitchen into a panic, a young boy named Carlos accidentally helps create a culinary masterpiece.
1st - 5th
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Dancing Turtle

The Dancing Turtle: A Folktale from Brazil

Written by Pleasant DeSpain and Illustrated by David Boston
The Dancing Turtle is a vibrant children's picture book that retells a classic indigenous Brazilian folktale about a music-loving turtle captured by a hunter. To escape becoming turtle stew, the clever protagonist must use her wit and the help of the hunter's children to find her way back to the rainforest.
Pre-K - 4th
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Noodlehead Stories

Noodlehead Stories

Written by Martha Hamilton & Mitch Weiss

Discover hilarious world folktales in Noodlehead Stories, a perfect book for children who love funny...

1st - 5th
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Guess Again

Guess Again!: Riddle Poems

Written by Lillian Morrison and Illustrated by Christy Hale
This book features 20 clever riddles about nature and wordplay that will challenge your brain. It is the perfect choice for anyone who loves to solve mysteries and share silly jokes with friends.
1st - 4th
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Where's Waldo?

Written and Illustrated by Martin Handford
RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 1987. Readers search crowded, detailed scenes to find Waldo and his friends in this interactive picture book phenomenon.
K - 4th
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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

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Printable Guide for Families provides hands-on activities and ideas for extension projects using...

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez: Guide for Families (en Español)

Harvesting Hope printable Guide for Families provides hands-on activities and ideas for extension...

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez: Educator Guide

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez printable Guide for Educators provides suggestions for...

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez: Family Guide

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez printable Guide for Families provides hands-on activities...

Don't Waste Your Food: Discussion Guide

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading.

In Her Hands: Lee & Low Teacher's Guide

The Teacher’s Guide provided by Lee & Low Books includes a book summary, background, discussion...

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In Her Hands: The Story of Sculptor Augusta Savage

Written by Alan Schroeder and Illustrated by JaeBe Bereal

A recreation of events from the childhood and early career of Augusta Savage, a pioneering female...

1st - 5th
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The World Is Not a Rectangle: A Portrait of Architect Zaha Hadid

Written and Illustrated by Jeanette Winter

Zaha Hadid grew up in Baghdad, Iraq, and dreamed of designing her own cities. After studying...

K - 5th
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To Carnival!: A Celebration in Saint Lucia

Written by Baptiste Paul and Illustrated by Jana Glatt

The sights, sounds and tastes of vibrant Saint Lucia come to life in this cumulative tale of a girl...

Pre-K - 5th
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Let's Celebrate!: Special Days Around the World

Written by Kate DePalma and Illustrated by Martina Peluso

Experience the wonder of 13 holidays from around the world! From the Spring Festival in China to...

Pre-K - 5th

Pierre the Penguin: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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Fish for Jimmy: Inspired by One Family's Experience in a Japanese American Internment Camp

Written by Katie Yamasaki

For two boys in a Japanese American family, everything changed when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and...

1st - 4th

The Vast Wonder of the World: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Vast Wonder of the World: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Girl Who Thought In Pictures: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Girl Who Thought In Pictures: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Doctor With an Eye for Eyes: Guide for Families (en Español)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes: Guide for Families (አማርኛ)

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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