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Author
Publisher
NYRB, The New York Review of Books
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"How to introduce kids to Shakespeare--not just to the stories behind the plays but to the richness of his language and the depth of his characters. That's the challenge that Leon Garfield, a wonderful children's book writer, undertook to meet in his monumental and delightful Shakespeare Stories. Here are twenty-one of the Bard's plays, presented in what is not a series of dry retellings, but rather a refashioning of the dramas as stories, in a way...
Author
Series
Publisher
Neon Squid
Pub. Date
2025
Language
English
Description
This book provides information and guidance for children experiencing parental separation or divorce. It addresses common concerns such as adjusting to life in two households, managing divided loyalties, and adapting when parents begin new relationships. Emphasizing open communication between children and caregivers, the author offers strategies to help young readers express their feelings and ask questions. Illustrated throughout, the book is intended...
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2025
Language
English
Description
The Smushkins are looking for a house, but what makes a good house for the Smushkins? They all agree: there must be lots of light, a big table everyone can sit on to look out the window, and an apple tree for making pies. Oh, and a playground, puddles to jump in, an ice cream cart, and so much more! But most of all, a good house for the Smushkins is a house full of Smushkins! Kicking off a delightful concept board book series, this boldly illustrated,...
Author
Publisher
Usborne
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Discover or rediscover the fantastic stories from Shakespeare plays with this complete book! In this beautifully-illustrated book you will find the thirty-seven plays that Shakespeare wrote, retold for children from 8 to 88! You will be pleased with re-reading the all-time favorites (Romeo and Juliet, Midsummer Night's Dream or Hamlet) but also with discovering the less well-known stories"--Publisher's description.
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Series
Publisher
Chooseco
Pub. Date
[2025]
Language
English
Description
"You are the child of two brilliant scientists and you've just spent your summer as a counselor at Camp Starkweather in Antarctica. Your time at the bottom of the world is coming to an end when you receive an emergency distress call from another camp nearby, where your parents have spent the summer doing top-secret research. Will you answer the call and go out into the frozen wasteland to face unknown dangers? Or will you stay at Camp Starkweather...
12) The cave of time
Author
Series
Publisher
Chooseco
Pub. Date
[2025]
Language
English
Description
"YOU are hiking in Snake Canyon when you find yourself lost in the strange, dimly lit Cave of Time. And depending on which of the curving paths you take, you'll emerge into a different thrilling moment in history. Will you be adopted into a band of early humans and hunt down a woolly mammoth? Will you be captured by medieval knights and put on trial before a king? Or will you find yourself a passenger on board the Titanic moments before it hits an...
13) Cat fact frenzy!
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2026]
Language
English
Description
"Brace yourself for a CAT FACT FRENZY! Did you know that some cats can reach speeds of 35 miles per hour? Or that cats can make more than 100 sounds? Dozens of bite-size cat facts are paired with fun feline photos, welcoming in even the most reluctant readers. Whether kids are in the mood to browse or to devour a book from cover to cover, even a dedicated cat fan is sure to learn something surprising as they flip through these pages"-- Provided by...
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2026]
Language
English
Description
"There's a CREEPY CRAWLY FACT FRENZY headed your way! Did you know the Goliath birdeater spider can grow to be a foot long? Or that a dragonfly can fly 20 miles per hour? Dozens of bite-size creepy crawly facts are paired with surprising bug photos, welcoming in even the most reluctant readers. Whether kids are in the mood to browse or to devour a book from cover to cover, even a dedicated fan of all things creepy crawly is sure to learn something...
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Series
Publisher
Windmill Books, an imprint of Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2026
Language
English
Description
Koalas can sleep more than 20 hours a day! What better animal to teach kids the importance of getting enough rest? This book introduces readers to fun facts about koalas, as well as healthy habits. Readers will learn why it's important to sleep well at night and rest when they're tired. Through sleepy koala characters, readers will see this skill in action and come to understand how sleep impacts their health. Vivid illustrations bring readers up...
Author
Series
Pets rule volume 6
Publisher
Branches/Scholastic
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
Ember the Chihuahua, his humans and his friends are spending a few days on Acorn Island--which is rumored to be ruled by a giant, evil chipmunk, determined to drive away all humans and pets.
19) Bluey: trains
Series
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
2025
Language
English
Description
"Bluey and Bingo decide to play Trains with Mum and Dad! Bingo, the doctor, always takes the Dad Train to leave her daughter to Mother Duck Day Care before going to work at the veterinary clinic. But one day, a cheeky customer and their cat throw everything off schedule! Will Bingo make it to work on time?" -- Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Amicus Learning
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"Questions and answers give kids the fundamentals of freshwater fishing, including what tackle to bring and how to reel in a fish. Includes infographics to support visual learning and back matter to support research skills, plus a glossary and index"-- Provided by publisher.


