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By Jeff Szpirglas, Steven P. Hughes. 2019
By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus. 1997
The day for school pictures is when Paulie tells Junie B. that a monster lives right under her bed--and now…
she's afraid to go to sleep. Her family tries to help, but it's not until Junie B. sees her school photos that she solves the monster problem. For grades K-3. 1997By Harold S. Kushner. 2009
Rabbi and author of When Bad Things Happen to Good People (DB 48900) discusses fear and suggests ways to manage…
this emotion. He uses religious teachings and personal accounts as guides for empowerment. Includes a message of hope. 2009By Charlie Alder. 2015
Meet Daredevil Duck. He is afraid of everything. But that doesn't stop him from dreaming of being brave. Then one…
day he is given the biggest challenge of all . . .Can Daredevil Duck prove that he is the bravest duck in the whole wide world?By Roseanne Greenfield Thong, Carles Ballesteros. 2015
It's Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and children throughout the pueblo, or town, are getting ready to…
celebrate! They decorate with colored streamers, calaveras--or sugar skulls--and pan de muertos, or bread of the dead. There are altars draped in cloth and covered in marigolds and twinkling candles. Music fills the streets. Join the fun and festivities, learn about a different cultural tradition, and brush up on your Spanish vocabulary as the town honors their dearly departed in a traditional, time-honored style.By Anne Fitzgerald, Michaelene Mundy. 2012
We want our kids to be safe, happy, and well-adjusted. But we all know that our children, like us, have…
to face a lot of difficult things in their lives. And one of them is fear. Although adults have learned that one of the best remedies for tackling fears is an abundance of love and care, children still need support and guidance. In Sometimes I'm Afraid: A Book about Fear. . . Just for Me!, author, Michaelene Mundy, helps young readers understand what it means to be afraid and how to find courage and support in their friends and loved ones.By Amy June Bates, Colby Rodowsky. 2005
Putting a fear to restSara Barker is afraid of dogs. Whenever she sees even a picture of one, she feels…
clammy and cold all over. So what's Sara to do when she learns that her new next-door neighbor owns two of them? Two young and big dogs, to be specific. Her neighbor turns out to be an ebullient older woman who befriends Sara and promises her dogs will keep their distance. But one day a situation arises in which Sara is forced to venture into the yard next door, even as the dogs there are desperately barking.Kids will relate to Sara, and dog-lovers will enjoy seeing her overcome her fears in this easy-to-read chapter book, with numerous cheerful pictures.The Next-Door Dogs is a 2006 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.By Karma Wilson, Jane Chapman. 2008
Bear is big, but the forest is bigger. A storm is brewing and he can't find his way home. The…
star of "Bear Feels Sick" and "Bear Snores On" returns in this delightful story about friendship and loyalty.By Louise Borden, Godbout. 2015
What makes a lucky day?One gloomy morning, Theodore found a bright, shiny penny on the way down to breakfast. There…
was Abraham Lincoln, face up. What luck! "Oh THANK you, Mr. Famous President!" Theodore said. And he tucked that shiny, new penny in his pocket.Follow Theodore through a day bursting with the simple joys and endless verve of young children--a reminder of how much luck abounds in the world, and how sometimes, it's just waiting to be found.By Joanna Cole. 1995
Ms. Frizzle is a grade school teacher who takes her class on fantastic field trips using her magic, metamorphosing school…
bus. In this installment, the class is heading for a visit at a weather forecasting center when they find themselves in the middle of a hurricane. Learning about weather and hurricanes ensues.By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus. 2000
By Sam Davies. 2018
Have you ever wondered where witches' cats go when they pull a claw? Or what you do with a pygmy…
phoenix with a case of bird flu? Nan and Clarion have you covered. They're the best veterinarian witches of all time—or at least they're trying to be. When an injured rabbit with strange eyes stumbles into their lives, Nan and Clarion have to put down their enchanted potions and face the biggest test of their magical, medical careers. Hex Vet: Witches in Training is an original graphic novel suitable for kids of all ages! From popular web cartoonist Sam Davies (Stutterhug), this book explores a truly spellbinding story about sticking together and helping animals at all costs. Perfect for fans of The Tea Dragon Society and Steven Universe! Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.By R. L. Stine. 1994
Jodie loves visiting her grandparents' farm. Okay, so it's not the most exciting place in the world. Still, Grandpa tells…
great scary stories. And Grandma's chocolate chip pancakes are the best. But this summer the farm has really changed. The cornfields are sparse. Grandma and Grandpa seem worn out. And the single scarecrow has been replaced by twelve evil-looking ones. Then one night Jodie sees something really odd. The scarecrows seem to be moving. Twitching on their stakes. Coming alive...By Kim Smith, Roy MacGregor, Kerry MacGregor. 2018
The second title in a new chapter-book series by acclaimed author and Hockey Hall of Fame inductee Roy MacGregor and…
his daughter, journalist Kerry MacGregor, follows a ragtag hockey team that travels through time to witness key moments in the development of the game and some of its star players.The team’s second adventure has them travelling to Halifax, Nova Scotia, in the middle of a storm, as a young Sidney Crosby teaches the Ice Chips about perseverance and creativity—showing them that you don’t need fancy equipment to train hard.By Holly Anna. 2019
Every kid in the world has had a Bad Luck Day, but Daisy Dreamer&’s might be the unluckiest Bad Luck…
Day ever in this eleventh chapter book in the series.It started with a broken mirror. Daisy Dreamer should have been more careful, but accidents happen. But one broken mirror leads to an outrageous day for Daisy and her imaginary friend, Posey. Now there&’s a black cat following them everywhere, ladders to walk under around every corner, and a mischievous mirror version of Posey named Yesop has appeared, and he thinks bad luck is the best thing in the world! It&’s up to Daisy and her dreamy outlook to save everyone from the Bad Luck Day. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Daisy Dreamer chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.By Brian Williams, Ian Graham, Dale Anderson. 2011
Designed for readers from grade 6 and up, this lavishly illustrated set provides comprehensive coverage of the history of aviation,…
including space flight, as well as the science and technology on which it depends. Detailed A-Z entries trace the development of human flight from ancient myths and legends through today's space exploration, highlighting scientific discoveries and innovations that made aviation possible."IFlight and Motion" also celebrates the contributions and achievements of the pioneers and visionaries of air and space flight, from inventors and innovators to pilots, astronauts, and cosmonauts. Detailed illustrated diagrams give readers a general understanding of the mechanics of flight and of the physics and technology involved. The set also highlights key air and spacecrafts that have made a unique mark in the history of flight. It features more than 500 full-color and black-and-white photos and illustrations, and also includes a timeline, a listing of museums and exhibits, further reading lists, a comprehensive glossary, and general and subject indexes.By Megan Mcdonald, Peter H. Reynolds. 2012
Judy has very good luck with a special penny, until her luck turns bad. The story involves her family and…
friends, a spelling bee and a potbellied pig named PeeGee WeeGee, or P.G. for short. The many illustrations are described. For middle elementary school readers. Note: this book does not use standard American spelling or punctuation.By Peter Vegas. 2020
Scared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You is a picture book that playfully unpacks a common childhood fear.…
You may be afraid of the dark . . . but did you know that the dark is actually afraid of YOU? It's true!The dark spends its days hiding from the light in your underwear drawer. The dark thinks you look scary. And the dark may be difficult to see when the sun goes down, but it also has its fair share of redeeming qualities.• A go-to read for kids who are afraid of nighttime• Personifies darkness to help younger readers shift how they see the night• A humorous and soulful picture book by Peter Vegas and acclaimed illustrator Benjamin ChaudScared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You reassures the youngest of readers that the dark is more relatable—and appealing—than ever imagined.Fans of the award-winning illustrator Benjamin Chaud will love adding this one to the collection.• A good pick for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of reluctant readers• Resonates year-round as a go-to gift for birthdays, holidays, and more• Perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old• Great for teachers and librarians who want to teach there are no monsters, just friends• You'll love this book if you love books like Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett, The Dark by Lemony Snicket, and The Berenstain Bears by Stan and Jan Berenstain.By David Parkins, Veronika Martenova Charles. 2008
This time a lost dog sparks the theme of strangers and the wisdom in avoiding them. And what a collection…
of strangers they are! Headless trolls, people with pointy ears and huge eyes, and long-lost "aunties," who enjoy eating their guests. Stories from Scandinavia, Sierra Leone, and Iraq are highlighted in this universal warning.From the Trade Paperback edition.By David Parkins, Veronika Martenova Charles. 2007
This time the boys find themselves in cottage country making up spooky tales about staying out of the forest. Tales…
from the Philippines and Native American legends are told until the boys can almost see strange characters at their dinner table that night.From the Trade Paperback edition.