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Tippy-toes  by Yvette Poshoglian

Tippy-toes

Yvette Poshoglian

"Read along with Ella! Develop your child's love of reading with this early reader, focusing on phonics. Ella goes to dance class. Hands on hips. Tap your toes. Clap your hands. Let's dance!"--Provided by publisher.

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Pushes and pulls  by Laura Stickney

Pushes and pulls

Laura Stickney

"Pushes and pulls are forces that make things move. Kids can push a toy car or shopping cart, while dogs can pull a sled through the snow"--

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The sun  by Laura Stickney

The sun

Laura Stickney

"The sun plays an important role in daily life. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning facts about that great, big ball of gas in the sky!"--

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Crabs  by Marley Richmond

Crabs

Marley Richmond

"Crabs pinch and grip with strong claws. People may catch and cook crabs to eat! Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning all about crabs and where they live."--Provided by publisher.

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Plants  by Laura Stickney

Plants

Laura Stickney

"Plants grow in all kinds of places. They need water and sunlight to get big. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning all about how to take care of plants and help them grow"-- Provided by publisher.

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My pet at the vet  by Laura Stickney

My pet at the vet

Laura Stickney

"Vets help dogs, cats, rats, and other pets stay happy and healthy! Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning how vets can help when pets get sick or hurt."--Provided by publisher.

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Kings and queens  by L. Bennett

Kings and queens

L. Bennett

"Long ago, kings and queens ruled over people. Their job was to run things. But today, kings and queens don't rule. We do! We cast votes to pick our leaders. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning about different types of leaders."--...

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A trip to the zoo  by K. E. Lewis

A trip to the zoo

K. E. Lewis

"A reader which will help children to understand how animals are looked after and kept safe in today's zoos and wildlife parks."--Provided by publisher.

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Where rainbows are made  by Alexandra West

Where rainbows are made

Alexandra West

"When rainbows begin to disappear, the ponies must go to where rainbows are made!"--

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Meet Sprigatito.

Meet Sprigatito.

"Meet Sprigatito, the cheeky Grass Cat Pokemon! Learn all about Liko and her partner Pokemon, Sprigatito."--Provided by publisher.

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A whopping day!  by Berys Dixon

A whopping day!

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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The little pink ship  by Berys Dixon

The little pink ship

Berys Dixon

"Ash and her friends go for a sail in her pink ship."--Provided by publisher.

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Swing, swing, swing  by Berys Dixon

Swing, swing, swing

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Mammoth thrills  by Berys Dixon

Mammoth thrills

Berys Dixon

This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books.

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The chestnut match  by Berys Dixon

The chestnut match

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Fizz and Zip  by Berys Dixon

Fizz and Zip

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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The no fuss fix  by Berys Dixon

The no fuss fix

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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The huff puff picnic  by Berys Dixon

The huff puff picnic

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Lots of fun!  by Berys Dixon

Lots of fun!

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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The boss  by Berys Dixon

The boss

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Flip in a twist!  by Berys Dixon

Flip in a twist!

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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The best gift  by Berys Dixon

The best gift

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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The flip flop plan  by Berys Dixon

The flip flop plan

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Get fit quick  by Berys Dixon

Get fit quick

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Buckets of talent  by Berys Dixon

Buckets of talent

Berys Dixon

"This series includes carefully sequenced decodable books."--Provided by publisher.

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Sweet surprise  by Julia March

Sweet surprise

Julia March

"Did you know that a Togepi will share good luck when treated kindly? Or that a dessert decorated by an Alcremie will bring happiness to all who eat it? Learn all about these sweet Pokémon, their surprising skills, and more."--

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Marvel Storm  by Daka Hermon

Marvel Storm

Daka Hermon

"Marvel's X-Men favorite Storm and her super-powered friends introduce early readers to the basics of extreme weather and natural disasters, from tornadoes and blizzards to earthquakes and wildfires. When lightning cracks and thunder rumbles, there is no need...

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This is the Fantastic Four  by Dacy Lim

This is the Fantastic Four

Dacy Lim

"Reed Richards builds a rocket ship and asks his friends Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny Storm to join him on his first mission into space. But when they hit a cosmic storm, something very odd happens! The cosmic rays leave the four of them changed forever,...

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I want to be a doctor  by Laura Driscoll

I want to be a doctor

Laura Driscoll

"Explains what a doctor is and what their responsibilities are, including helping people who are sick or hurt."--Provided by publisher.

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This is Groot.

This is Groot.

"Groot and Rocket Raccoon, members of the Guardians of the Galaxy, are answering a call for help from a nearby planet. An asteroid is heading right for it, and only Groot can save the day!"--Publisher.

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This is Miles Morales.

This is Miles Morales.

"Miles Morales was just a normal kid living in Brooklyn--until he was bitten by a spider and discovered he had super powers!"--Provided by publisher.

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This is Ghost-Spider.

This is Ghost-Spider.

"Gwen Stacy, aka Ghost-Spider, and her band The Mary Janes are playing a fundraiser for their local science library. Their rocking out is interrupted by Rhino, as he makes a run for it with all the money they've raised! Ghost-Spider swings in and saves the...

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Batbot!

Batbot!

"Batman flies high in his high-tech Batbot through the skies of Gotham City."--Publisher.

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Driving buddies.

Driving buddies.

"When a hot-shot rookie race car named Lightning McQueen gets lost on his way to the big race, he finds some friends in a small town-and learns some big lessons!"--Publisher.

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Time warp teamwork.

Time warp teamwork.

"Tony Stark invents a time machine, so the Avengers can travel through time and defeat villains! But Iron Man gets stuck in a time loop."--Publisher.

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Spring fever.

Spring fever.

"It is Simea's birthday, and her big sister Moana has planned a super special birthday treasure hunt!"--Publisher.

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A sticky situation.

A sticky situation.

"Can Spider-Man, Ghost-Spider and Miles Morales work together to defeat Venom?"--Publisher.

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Batman will save the day!

Batman will save the day!

"The Penguin is on the loose and it's up to everyone's favourite Caped Crusader to come to the rescue. Will Batman save the day?"--Publisher.

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Racing for good.

Racing for good.

"Lightning and Jeff get ready for the Odometer Rollover Foundation's Race Day."--Publisher.

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Ghost hunt.

Ghost hunt.

"Anna and Elsa from Disney Frozen explore a series of hidden hallways in the castle and uncover some spooky secrets."--Publisher.

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Dust-up in the desert.

Dust-up in the desert.

"When Lightning McQueen comes up against El Machismo in a tough desert relay race, Lightning needs a new partner. With Sarge's desert off-roading expertise and Lightning's racing experience, will the two be able to band together and win fair and...

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Something to celebrate.

Something to celebrate.

"It has been many years since Anna and Elsa opened the gates to the castle in Arendelle. Can they bring all their friends together for the perfect celebration?"--Publisher.

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Sports are fun!  by Zaila Avant-garde

Sports are fun!

Zaila Avant-garde

"A step 1 leveled reader about the joy of playing sports, by basketball star Zaila Avant-garde"--

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We dig fossils  by Alliah L. Agostini

We dig fossils

Alliah L. Agostini

"Rock enthusiast Ava digs for fossils with her family."--Provided by publisher.

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Harry gets ready for school  by Harriet Ziefert

Harry gets ready for school

Harriet Ziefert

"Everybody has a lot to do before school starts, and so does Harry. He has to go for a checkup, visit the dentist, get a haircut-and that's only the beginning!"--

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An anniversary for Arendelle.

An anniversary for Arendelle.

"Today is the anniversary of the gates opening in Arendelle and Olaf has planned a surprise scavenger hunt for Anna and Elsa. The sisters will have to go on a journey to find clues, meeting their friends along the way. Will they be able to figure out the clues...

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Squid in pants  by Kaz Windness

Squid in pants

Kaz Windness

"A squid wants to dress in the latest fashion--if only he could find some clothes."--Publisher.

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Frog on a log  by Lesley Sims

Frog on a log

Lesley Sims

"Frog lives in a bog. One day, he finds someone lost in the fog..."--Provided by publisher.

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The talent show!  by Natalie Shaw

The talent show!

Natalie Shaw

"Kelp is so excited to sing a song he wrote about his sister, Scallop, at the Juni Beach Talent Show. But it's Scallop's very special song, and she doesn't know if she wants him to share it with everyone else! What will Kelp decide to do?"--Publisher.

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Crash Mountain boulder bash.

Crash Mountain boulder bash.

"The Monster Trucks are racing to win and become the King of Crash Mountain!"--Provided by publisher.

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Dad goes to school  by Margaret McNamara

Dad goes to school

Margaret McNamara

"It's Parents Week for Mrs. Connor's first graders. Every day a different parent visits to show the class what they do. But Ayanna's dad isn't like the other parents. Will her classmates like him anyway?"--

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Desert plants and animals  by Libby Romero

Desert plants and animals

Libby Romero

"Use your reading superpowers to learn all about different deserts and the amazing animals and plants that can survive in them"--

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Birthday treasure hunt!  by Kamalani Hurley

Birthday treasure hunt!

Kamalani Hurley

"It is Simea's birthday, and her big sister Moana has planned a super special birthday treasure hunt! Follow along as Simea explores her village to find her present from Moana."--

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Squeak seeks!  by Peter (Children's writer) Curtis

Squeak seeks!

Peter (Children's writer) Curtis

"Dinosaur Squeak goes adventuring and encounters new things like a trail of ants, bright flowers, and pinecones! At the end of the day, what better way to end Squeak's exciting adventure than with a cozy nap?"--

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Star Wars. This is Rey  by Emeli Juhlin

Star Wars. This is Rey

Emeli Juhlin

"When Rey rescues a friendly droid from a sand dweller on her home planet, she sets into motion a series of events that will take her from lonely scavenger to heroic Jedi"--Provided by publisher.

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Biscuit's puppy sleepover  by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Biscuit's puppy sleepover

Alyssa Satin Capucilli

"When Biscuit, the curious little puppy, and his Little Girl have a sleepover, there's loads of puppy fun! Sleepovers are the best, especially with other puppy friends! But will Biscuit the little yellow puppy be able to find a stuffed animal to sleep with?"--

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Dinosaur friends!  by Peter (Children's writer) Curtis

Dinosaur friends!

Peter (Children's writer) Curtis

"Meet Dinosaur Squeak, Dinosaur Honk, and Dinosaur Munch as they frolic in the forest! They hear a mysterious sound in the distance. Could it be one of the largest of all dinosaurs--the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex, Dinosaur Roar?"--

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Elio goes to space!  by Cynthea Liu

Elio goes to space!

Cynthea Liu

"Elio finds it hard to fit in everywhere he goes--that is, until he is suddenly beamed up into space, transported across the galaxy, and mistaken to be the intergalactic Ambassador for Earth."--

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Surprise island adventure  by Gertrude Chandler Warner

Surprise island adventure

Gertrude Chandler Warner

"Summer is here! What secrets will the Boxcar Children find on their very own island?"--

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A day in the life of a scientist  by Ruth A. Musgrave

A day in the life of a scientist

Ruth A. Musgrave

"Scientists are busy answering all kinds of questions about how the world works. What kind of scientist would you most like to be?"--Publisher.

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A day in the life of a doctor  by Paige Towler

A day in the life of a doctor

Paige Towler

"You've probably been to the doctor's. But do you know all the things that doctors do? Come and find out!"--Publisher.

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A day in the life of a pilot  by Paige Towler

A day in the life of a pilot

Paige Towler

"Pilot will help kids learn about a pilot's important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of...

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Deadly dinosaurs  by Niki Foreman

Deadly dinosaurs

Niki Foreman

"It's nighttime at the museum, and the dinosaurs models have come to life! Which one is the most deadly?"--

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The bears' holiday  by Stan Berenstain

The bears' holiday

Stan Berenstain

"The Bears' Holiday is a story about the fun to be had on a summer holiday, and the risks to be avoided. Papa Bear teaches Small Bear sensible rules about safety on the beach and in the water - but he's not always good at following his own rules! Children will...

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Meet the boxcar children

Meet the boxcar children

"Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans looking for a place to live. Could a boxcar in the woods be their new home?"--Provided by publisher.

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The perfect spot  by K. (Kallie) George

The perfect spot

K. (Kallie) George

"Jots the tot is looking for the perfect [picnic] spot. But finding a spot is not as easy as it looks. Dot is on the case to help another friend in this latest adventure of Dot the Ladybug"--

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Pete the Kitty and the mermaid's sandcastle  by Kim Dean

Pete the Kitty and the mermaid's sandcastle

Kim Dean

"Pete the Kitty and his mermaid friend Jessie work together to build a sandcastle. But the castle is missing something. Will one shell, two barnacles, three strands of seaweed, and more gifts from the sea be enough to make their sandcastle the best it can...

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Super-fast Skelly  by Sally Rippin

Super-fast Skelly

Sally Rippin

"Skelly's scared to ride too fast. But when he does, he has a blast! Skelly's used to riding his scooter at his own pace. When he tries a billy cart for the first time, he has so much fun that soon, he's going faster and faster. But what happens when he goes...

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Munch lunch  by Yvette Poshoglian

Munch lunch

Yvette Poshoglian

"Ella packs her lunch. Ella likes apples. Ella likes cheese. Munch munch!"--Publisher.

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The fox and the crow  by Mairi Mackinnon

The fox and the crow

Mairi Mackinnon

"A fox plays upon a crow's vanity to steal a piece of cheese from her."--Provided by publisher.

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How the whale got his throat  by Anna Milbourne

How the whale got his throat

Anna Milbourne

"Long ago, whales could eat anything - and they did. Then one day, everything changed. This story, adapted from one of Rudyard Kipling's 'Just So Stories' has been specially written for children who are learning to read, with colourful illustrations on each...

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Hot cat, cool cat  by Laura Manaresi

Hot cat, cool cat

Laura Manaresi

"Kit likes to hug. Hugs scare Kip. Kit likes cake. Kip likes fish. Kit and Kip are total opposites but also best friends! Kit likes swimming, while Kip is happy to sit on the hill. One day when brave Kit is swimming and gets a cramp, careful Kip must jump into...

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