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How the sea came to be - and all the creatures in it

"Rhyming text follows the evolution of the ocean, from the fiery time of its birth to the marvelously biodiverse present. Includes notes from the author and illustrator, spotlights on past and present marine life-forms, a timeline of evolutionary eras, aglossary of key terms, and recommended further reading"--

 
Good food, bad waste - let's eat for the planet

"Part of the nonfiction Orca Think series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book examines the problem of food waste around the world, its consequences for the environment and practical things young readers can do to curb food waste"--

 
Folktales for a better world - stories of peace and kindness

Seven tales celebrating peace, kindness, and forgiveness from seven countries that have all suffered from wars and conflicts in recent times.

 
Little lessons

''If you walk on thin ice, you might as well dance''--this and many other wise sayings from many countries take on a whole new dimension when Seymour Chwast's pen delivers a memorable visual rendition. Life lessons have never been so amusing to think about and maybe even learn from. This colorful book is a perfect gift to spur laughter, learning, and cultural savoir faire for curious kids, graduates, or anyone starting a new chapter. Includes a brief and fascinating afterword explaining the hist

 
Is it okay to pee in the ocean? - the fascinating science of our waste and our world

"Explore the human systems that make pee happen, tackle environmental questions about the impacts of human waste, discover surprising uses of urine throughout history-like in mouthwash and skin creams-and even try out at-home, hands-on experiments (with no bodily fluids required, of course!)"--

 
The illustrated Edgar Allan Poe - 25 essential poems

"In this gorgeously illustrated collection of poems, readers are introduced to twenty-five of Poe's most beloved works, each illustrated with stunning, full-color collage artwork. Brief commentary and helpful definitions accompany each poem, making The Illustrated Edgar Allan Poe among the most accessible--and beautiful--introductions to Poe available. Poems include "The Raven," "The Bells," and many others"--

 
Eat your superpowers! - how colorful foods keep you healthy and strong

"Twenty-five different foods, grouped by color, are nutritionally decoded in this reference book for the preschool set"--

 
Draw Kawaii - in 5 simple steps

"Each spread features a drawing project with a step-by-step guide on the left-hand page and a blank page on the right for you to create your own wonderful version. With 38 projects to master, this book is guaranteed to get the creative juices flowing andteach children how to draw cute animals and characters. Each project has been brought to life by illustrator Jess Bradley in a fun, kawaii-inspired style"--

 
Door by door - how Sarah McBride became America's first openly transgender senator

"A picture book biography of Delaware State Senator Sarah McBride"--

 
Discover unicorns

"What is so magical about a unicorn's horn? Why are unicorn tears so special? Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery Express series for young readers explore spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes fascinating information and wild facts to hold readers' in

 
Discover dragons / Do You Believe?

"Do dragons only breathe fire? How long does it take for a baby dragon to hatch? Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery Express series for young readers explore spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes fascinating information and wild facts to hold readers'

 
Eat your superpowers! - how colorful foods keep you healthy and strong

"Twenty-five different foods, grouped by color, are nutritionally decoded in this reference book for the preschool set"--

 
Shall we dance?

"Nature is putting on a dance recital ... come watch! From award-winning author-illustrator Robin Page, Shall we dance? is a beautiful exploration of how and why different animals move their bodies. Whether it's to find a mate, repel a predator, or just for fun, readers will learn the reason and purpose behind each animal and critter's graceful, exuberant, or playful moves. And they might even want to get up and join in the dancing fun!"--

 
The secret pocket

"This illustrated nonfiction picture book tells the true story of how a group of girls at a residential school sewed secret pockets into their clothes to hide food."--

 
A llama is not an alpaca - and other mistaken animal identities

"Do you know the difference between an alpaca and a llama? How about a crocodile and an alligator? A frog and a toad? Test your knowledge and learn exciting facts in this charming book about animal look alikes!"--

 
How the sea came to be - and all the creatures in it

"Rhyming text follows the evolution of the ocean, from the fiery time of its birth to the marvelously biodiverse present. Includes notes from the author and illustrator, spotlights on past and present marine life-forms, a timeline of evolutionary eras, a glossary of key terms, and recommended further reading"--

 
Discover unicorns

"What is so magical about a unicorn's horn? Why are unicorn tears so special? Books in the Magic, Myth, and Mystery Express series for young readers explore spooky creatures that go bump in the night, fill our dreams (or nightmares!), and make us afraid of the dark. Written with a high-interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity, clear visuals help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes fascinating information and wild facts to hold readers' in

 
Little lessons

"Popular sayings from around the world come to life in Seymour Chwast's iconic and humorous design style...Includes a brief and fascinating afterword explaining the history and staying power of these sayings around the world."--

 
Door by door - how Sarah McBride became America's first openly transgender senator

A nonfiction picture book about Delaware State Senator Sarah McBride, who dreamed of making a difference as a kid and grew up to become the highest-ranking openly transgender political official in America.

 

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