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Saturn

"Simple text and a search-and-find feature reinforce new science vocabulary about Saturn's weather, moons, and latest NASA probe for early readers"--

 
Poop for breakfast - why some animals eat it

"Eating poop is gross! So why do some animals do it? Get the scoop on the surprisingly good reasons animals such as elephants, butterflies, rabbits, robins, and dogs devour disgusting doo-doo!"--

 
Mona Lisa and the others

"A witty introduction to the Louvre's many masterpieces, told from the perspective of the subjects themselves--including resident superstar Mona Lisa"--

 
Real princesses change the world

"This picture book compiles biographies of 11 different princesses, highlighting who they truly are: diplomats, engineers, activists, athletes, and so much more. It focuses on their achievements and contributions, situating them as active members in the global and local community. From Nigeria to Japan, Saudi Arabia to Sweden, and Thailand to Tonga. This picture book takes readers on a trip that spans the whole world"--

 
Occupational therapist

"In Occupational Therapist, early fluent readers will learn about occupational therapists' job responsibilities, necessary training and qualifications, and how they work with patients to develop and improve life skills. Social and emotional learning (SEL)concepts support a growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about this i

 
My indigo world - a true story of the color blue

"Rosa, a Korean girl, falls in love with the color blue--the dazzling blue of the sea and sky, and the bold, bright indigo-blue stripe in her traditional hanbok robe. Years later, as an artist living in the United States, Rosa learns the ancient Korean method of indigo dyeing, creates indigo arts and crafts, and even grows her own indigo plants at a Baltimore community garden."--

 
The Most important animal of all

"A teacher challenges her class to decide which is the most important animal of all. Seven children champion a different animal for the top spot. Is it bees as master pollinators, or bats who are night-time predators as well as pollinators? Is it elephants who shape their landscapes and spread seeds, or beavers, who create watery habitats? Is it tigers or sharks who keep populations in balance so there is food for all? Is it tiny krill, food for so many whales and sea creatures? There is lots

 
The mind-blowing world of extraordinary competitions - meet the incredible people who will compete at anything

"A book for kids about the most incredible competitions from around the world and through history"--

 
Mary's idea

"A picture book biography of Mary Lou Williams, an American jazz pianist and composer who wrote hundreds of compositions, recorded hundreds of songs, and wrote arrangements for Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman, and is an artist often overlooked in the canon of American music because of her gender and skin color"--

 
Fire shapes the world

"This nonfiction picture book presents Earth's long history with fire, and how humans, plants, and animals have adapted to this element as an integral part of their existence"--

 
Every body - a celebration of diverse abilities

"This photo picture book looks at differences in bodies, with photos of children with many different challenges including various physical disparities, learning differences, and medical conditions"--

 
LOL 101 - a kid's guide to writing jokes

"Packed with fun-filled illustrations, easy-to-follow exercises, and sample jokes, this humorous how-to joke book for kids proves that with a little elbow grease, anyone can write jokes that really make people LOL. Covering everything from surprise to wordplay to visual jokes--plus tips on how to perform a joke so it lands--LOL 101 is the approachable and (of course) funny guide for any kid ready to channel their inner comedian"--

 
How to spacewalk - step-by-step with shuttle astronauts

"What is it like to walk in space--to use cutting-edge equipment and conduct experiments in a 280-pound space suit? How do you get there in the first place? Would-be spacewalkers will find...a host of amazing facts, photos, drawings, and descriptions in this engaging guide...From detailed info about how to train (sometimes underwater!) to descriptions of the emotions spurred by seeing Earth from above"--

 
The High Line - a park to look up to

"Imagine a very different New York City--one whose streets are filled with horses and buggies and people on foot. Now imagine that vehicles that shared the road--block-long freight trains trying to deliver goods to the west-side factories. How did New York in the 1800s solve the problem of trains barreling through busy city streets? They built the High Line. But the High Line's story doesn't end there. Once cars became common, innovative New Yorkers began to find and fight for new ways to breath

 
The grief rock - a book to understand grief and love

"When someone you love dies, the grief rock shows up Sometimes grief can feel like a heavy weight you are carrying around. It can be difficult to explain how you feel or know how you will cope carrying the grief rock around. This gentle story explores howgrief is filled with all the love we have for someone who was important in our lives. Perfect to open up the conversation on difficult feelings, the book also includes a short guide for adults with tips on supporting children after a bereavement

 
Feeling frustrated

"This book is a fun and useful tool for helping kids cope with frustration! What does it mean to feel frustrated? How is it different from feeling mad? What tools can we use to deal with the discomfort of feeling frustrated? Readers will explore these questions and more in this helpful guide. Each page is filled with bright, colorful pictures and narrative stories that are sure to capture readers' imaginations. A perfect introduction to identifying, discussing, and coping with emotions"--

 

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