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Annie Lumsden, the Girl from the Sea
Annie Lumsden has always felt different—like the sea is more her home than the land. With her drifting hair and shimmering eyes, she doesn’t quite fit in at school, where words blur and numbers won’t settle. Living with her free-spirited artist mother in a...- $ 400.00
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Alan's Big, Scary Teeth
Alan the alligator has one big talent—scaring everyone with his big, scary teeth! He’s known all over the jungle for his terrifying smile. Every day, Alan gets ready to scare the other animals by polishing his sharp teeth and practicing his spooky faces. But...- $ 350.00
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The Savage
Mysterious and utterly mesmerizing, this graphic-novel-within-a-novel pairs the extraordinary prose of David Almond with the visual genius of Dave McKean.Blue Baker is writing a story — not all that stuff about wizards and fairies and happily ever after — a real story, about blood...- $ 400.00
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Thank You
With inviting collage illustrations, Jarvis brings his singular whimsy and sweetness to a musing on gratitude that spans the ages.I thank my hat for stopping my thoughts from floatingup, up, and away.I thank the cloud for the puddles.The moon brings nighttime, and the sun...- $ 350.00
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This Little Piggy: A Counting Book
A Parents Best Children’s Book of 2019. These little piggies lead a series of silly counting opportunities from one to ten as Jarvis puts his spin on a popular nursery rhyme. One little piggy went to market.Two little piggies had a car but couldn’t...- $ 450.00
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Mary Had a Little Lamb
Mary’s woolly friend is joined by a colorful (and noisy) entourage in a funny first concept board book by the inimitable Jarvis.Everyone knows that Mary had a little companion, with fleece as white as snow. Baaa! But did you know that an orange tiger...- $ 450.00
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My Very First Mother Goose
Twenty years after Iona Opie and Rosemary Wells released their first collection of Mother Goose rhymes, the celebrated original is back in a gorgeous anniversary edition.To a small child, words are magical. And the most magical of all are the beloved words of Mother...- $ 550.00
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The Iliad: A Graphic Novel
In a companion volume to his award-winning adaptation of The Odyssey, the incomparable graphic novelist Gareth Hinds masterfully adapts Homer’s classic wartime epic.More than three thousand years ago, two armies faced each other in an epic battle that rewrote history and came to be...- $ 400.00
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The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel
With bold imagery and an ear tuned to the music of Homer’s epic poem, Gareth Hinds reinterprets the ancient classic as it’s never been told before."Gareth Hinds brings The Odyssey to life in a masterful blend of art and storytelling. Vivid and exciting, this graphic novel...- $ 400.00
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Three Tasks for a Dragon
With wit and gorgeous art, New York Times best-selling author Eoin Colfer and multi-award-winning illustrator P.J. Lynch team up again for a quest story of knights, dark magic, and a maiden with powers of her own.Studious Prince Lir is next in line to become...- $ 400.00
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Lady Lollipop
"The author of Babe, the Gallant Pig offers another winner with this tale of a bright pig and her canny young keeper ‘training’ a spoiled princess. . . . Move over, Wilbur." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Lollipop is no ordinary pig. According to her young trainer, Johnny Skinner,...- $ 400.00
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Harry Miller's Run
From the masterful David Almond comes a joyful, wistful story of boyhood, running, and tales of days gone by, in a beautiful gift edition illustrated in full color.Liam just wants to go out running with his mates—the Junior Great North Run is not far...- $ 400.00
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The Boy Who Climbed into the Moon
Crackpot notions, community spirit, and sky-high aspirations transform a quiet boy’s life in this whimsical tale from the stellar team of David Almond and Polly Dunbar.There are some strange ideas floating around in Paul’s apartment block. There’s Mabel, who now calls herself Molly and...- $ 400.00
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My Dad's a Birdman
Join a young girl and her dad as they find their wings and take to the skies in a joyful, quirky, tender tale from a masterful author and illustrator.In a rainy town in the north of England, there are strange goings-on. Dad is building...- $ 550.00
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The Woman Who Turned Children into Birds
Master storyteller David Almond’s whimsical story about freedom, imagination, and daring all but soars off the page, paired with exquisite paintings by Laura Carlin.“Go on. Be happy. Off you fly!”A charming tale from a beloved storyteller and award-winning illustrator urges readers of all ages...- $ 400.00
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A Way to the Stars
Joe dreams of reaching the stars. While others laugh and call it impossible, he believes there must be a way. With the help of his dad—and a shared sense of wonder—Joe begins to build. Ladders stretch higher, towers rise skyward, and rockets take shape,...- $ 400.00
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Half a Creature from the Sea: A Life in Stories
Master storyteller David Almond presents a beautiful collection of short fiction, interwoven with pieces that illuminate the inspiration behind the stories.May Malone is said to have a monster in her house, but what Norman finds there may just be the angel he needs. Joe...- $ 450.00
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Mouse Bird Snake Wolf
The imagination of three children takes on unexpected life in a creation tale from the dream team of David Almond and Dave McKean.The gods have created a world that is safe and calm and rather wonderful. They have built mountains, forests, and seas and...- $ 400.00
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Max
A success story for anyone who knows the highs--and lows--of learning to do something for the first time. Max will fly away with your heart!As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max too is destined to one day join their...- $ 350.00
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The Tale of Angelino Brown
In this hilarious yet touching story from the masterful David Almond, life takes a surprising turn after a bus driver finds a tiny boy angel in his pocket.Do you believe in angels? Bert and Betty Brown do, because Bert discovered one in his shirt...- $ 450.00
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The Concrete Garden
A timely, inspiring, and uplifting story about hope and the power of creative expression from one of the world's most treasured storytellersAfter a long, cold winter, doors finally open, and children spill out like candies from a box.Amanda is the last one out of...- $ 450.00
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Moving the Millers' Minnie Moore Mine Mansion: A True Story
Author Dave Eggers and artist Júlia Sardà spin a quirky historical event into a whimsical and tall-ish true tale of American ingenuity.Make way for history as only Dave Eggers could stage it. It all started when John “Minnie” Moore built a mine in Idaho...- $ 450.00
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'Twas the Night Before Christmas
P.J. Lynch brings his rich and atmospheric art to the well-loved 19th century poem by Clement Clarke Moore that captures the magic and wonder of Christmas Eve. Told through the eyes of a father awakened by the sound of St. Nicholas arriving with his...- $ 450.00
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The Last Mapmaker
From Christina Soontornvat, the visionary and versatile author of three Newbery Honor Books, comes a high-seas adventure set in a Thai-inspired fantasy world. In a fantasy adventure every bit as compelling and confident in its world building as her Newbery Honor Book A Wish...- $ 450.00
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A Wish in the Dark
In the city of Chattana, all light is controlled by the Governor, a powerful figure who brought order after a devastating fire. To the rich, his magical orbs bring safety and brilliance. To the poor, they highlight the deep divide between privilege and struggle....- $ 450.00
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Goodnight Everyone
From the creator of Shh! We Have a Plan comes a mesmerizing bedtime tale of a forest settling into slumber and one little bear trying to stay awake.The sun is setting, and everyone in the forest is getting sleepy. The mice, rabbits, and deer...- $ 450.00
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Shh! We Have a Plan
“A masterful delight, this crafty caper has huge kid appeal and a title/refrain that will easily sneak into the family lexicon: 'Shh! We have a plan.' ” —School Library Journal (starred review)Four friends creep through the woods, and what do they spot? An exquisite bird...- $ 300.00
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Oh No, George!
George is a dog with all the best intentions, and his owner, Harry, has all the best hopes that George will be a well-behaved dog when he leaves him alone for the day. But it’s so hard to be a good dog when there...- $ 350.00
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Little Owl Lost
“A debut that reads like a tattered old favorite.” — Publishers WeeklyUh-oh! Little Owl has fallen from his nest, and his mommy is nowhere to be seen! With the earnest help of his new friend Squirrel, Little Owl goes in search of animals that fit...- $ 350.00
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Du Iz Tak?
A 2017 Caldecott Honor Book. The creator of Home turns a droll eye to the natural world, with gorgeous art and a playful invented language. Du iz tak? What is that? As a tiny shoot unfurls, two damselflies peer at it in wonder. When...- $ 400.00
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Home
Influential artist Carson Ellis makes her solo picture-book debut with a whimsical tribute to the many possibilities of home.Home might be a house in the country, an apartment in the city, or even a shoe. Home may be on the road or the sea,...- $ 400.00
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Oh, Are You Awake?
For anyone who has ever craved sleep—and anyone too full of energy to settle down—a comedy from Bob Shea, creator of the popular Dinosaur vs. series, and singular illustrator Jarvis.It’s sleepy time for Lion and Penguin. Correction: it should be sleepy time for Lion...- $ 450.00
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April and Esme Tooth Fairies
April and Esme are young, determined, and ready for their very first tooth fairy mission! With tiny cell phones, a cozy fairy home, and parents who aren't quite sure they're ready, the two sisters set out on a magical nighttime adventure to collect a...- $ 350.00
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Jigsaw: Mystery in the Mail
Serendipity and positive thinking come into play as a family searches for a missing puzzle piece in Bob Graham’s enchanting story with a sweet surprise ending.“Oh, let’s do it!” say Kitty and Katy and Mom when a thousand-piece jigsaw puzzle mysteriously arrives in the...- $ 350.00
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Maxine
Max has a little sister! Fans of the late-blooming superhero will thrill to meet super-sibling Maxine, who flies high with style—her own.Max’s baby sister arrives with two little strands of red hair at exactly the stroke of midnight. Maxine receives a superhero’s welcome: Grandma...- $ 450.00
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My Favorite Color: I Can Only Pick One?
The Caldecott Honor-winning creator of the Journey trilogy celebrates color and nature with a joyously simple die-cut book.People always ask for your favorite color. But who said you can only have one? Open this gorgeous board book to find an ode to ever-changing colors,...- $ 400.00
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Journey
A 2014 Caldecott Honor Book Follow a girl on an elaborate flight of fancy in a wondrously illustrated, wordless picture book about self-determination - and unexpected friendship.A lonely girl draws a magic door on her bedroom wall and through it escapes into a world...- $ 350.00
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How to Heal a Broken Wing
“Such a visual piece... readers young and old will return to the story to look more deeply; they won’t be disappointed.” — Booklist (starred review). In a city full of hurried people, only young Will notices the bird lying hurt on the ground. With...- $ 400.00
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Ellie's Dragon
From master storyteller Bob Graham comes an adorable and affecting tale about imaginary friends and the bittersweet nature of growing up. When Ellie is very small, she finds a lovable newborn dragon on a carton of eggs in the grocery store. Ellie calls him...- $ 450.00
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Willy's Stories
Every Monday, Willy the chimp walks through a special door at the back of the library and steps into a new adventure! One week, he's a brave knight fighting a dragon. The next, he's on a pirate ship searching for treasure. Sometimes he’s in...- $ 600.00
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Gorilla
Celebrate thirty years of a classic picture book by one of today’s most celebrated author-illustrators! A special anniversary edition.Hannah loves gorillas and longs to see a real one. Unfortunately, her father is always too busy — or too tired — to take her to...- $ 400.00
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Little Beauty
"No one renders primates with more faithful detail or surreal humanity than Browne." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)A USBBY Outstanding International BookAn Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award WinnerThree starred reviews (Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal)Once there was a very special gorilla who had almost everything he needed....- $ 500.00
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Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites
Anthony Browne lends his singular talent for rendering primates to a lovingly detailed concept book that will captivate readers both young and old.What’s the opposite of old? Young! What’s the opposite of sad? Happy! Big or small, alone or together, the primates in this...- $ 500.00
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When Charley Met Grampa
A sweet and heartwarming story about a little dog named Charley who meets someone very special—his new grandpa! At first, Charley isn’t sure what to think. Grandpa is quiet and slow, and Charley doesn’t know how to act around him. But as they spend...- $ 500.00
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One Gorilla: A Counting Book
Primo primate artist Anthony Browne is at the top of his form with a simple — and simply fascinating — array of creatures for kids to count.What better attention-getter for small children than primates in all their variety? And who better to render them...- $ 200.00
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Charley's First Night
Two of our most beloved picture book creators team up to tell a classic story of a child, his new puppy, and a first night home.On Charley’s first night, Henry carries his new puppy in his old baby blanket all the way to his...- $ 500.00
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The Pencil
Once a pencil draws a little boy, there’s no telling what will come next — a dog, a cat, a chase (of course), and a paintbrush to color in an ever-expanding group of family and friends. But it’s not long before the complaints begin...- $ 350.00
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You Can Do It, Sam
A sweet and cozy story about being brave and doing things all by yourself! It’s a snowy morning and Sam the little bear is baking yummy cakes with his mom. They’re delivering them to all their friends in the neighborhood. But when it’s time...- $ 400.00
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Previously
"Read this book aloud so that youngsters can chime in. . . . Children will delight in this energetic, amusing, and very approachable tale." —School Library JournalDo you know what Jack and Jill were arguing about before they went up the hill? And what...- $ 350.00
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The Tree and the River
A spectacular time-lapse portrait of humankind—and our impact on the natural world—from a Caldecott Honor–winning master of the wordless form. In an alternate past—or possible future—a mighty tree stands on the banks of a winding river, bearing silent witness to the flow of time...- $ 350.00
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