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First Snow in the Woods by Carl R. Sams II and Jean Stoick

Readers are taken on a beautiful photographic journey deep into the autumn woods as the animals of the forest get ready for the year’s first winter storm. They hear the cries from the great gray owl who came down from the far north carrying the warning, “Winter is coming early this year! Prepare.”

From the very first page, readers will be fascinated by the exquisite photographs of wildlife amid a background of vibrant autumn reds and golds.

Will the animals be ready for the cold, hard winter to come?

 
 

Learn Along With Lily by Donna McNaughton

Learn Along with Lily follows a goat named Lily as she travels to a farm, the beach, the zoo, and even a rodeo. The lessons that Lily learns encompass colors, numbers, shapes, family, good manners, bodies, opposites, community helpers, modes of transportation, and all sorts of animals, making it an ideal book for children ages two to five.

Learn Along with Lily incorporates all four major elementary core subjects: Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The vibrant illustrations and engaging verse make this book an excellent educational tool for parents. Its focus on the core subjects also lends itself to teachers' lesson plans and children's programs in libraries.

 
 

My Name is Not Isabella by Jennifer Fosberry, illustrated by Mike Litwin

Follow Isabella from breakfast to bedtime as she spends a captivating day experiencing the lives of pioneering women who made history. Some heroes include U.S. astronaut Sally Ride, activist Rosa Parks, sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Isabella's own mother. Isabella draws strength from these extraordinary women and learns the importance of being her own extraordinary self.

 
 

Sikulu & Harambe by the Zambezi River: An African Version of the Good Samaritan Story by Kunle Oguneye, illustrated by Bruce McCorkindale

This is the first in a series of adventures that follow Sikulu the spider and Harambe the Hippo as they travel to different countries in Africa. In this story, they are in the village of Sioma where they encounter an old woman in need of help. The other animals all have convenient excuses for not helping while Sikulu & Harambe are the only ones who do. Based on an actual folktale, it is a great story that reinforces the beauty of kindness to young children. The book also offers a glossary of terms and weaves information about Zambian culture into the story. Children and adults alike come away better informed about life in Zambia.

 
 

Tiger! Tiger! Tail on Fire! by Lin Fong-O'Neill, illustrated by Ray Yuen

Betty is very tiny for her age and sometimes feels insignificant. But when a bullying tiger threatens her and her family with harm, she realizes that her size does not matter. With courage and helpful friends, Betty uses her intelligence to outsmart her enemy. This story allows children to identify with their fears of taking on someone bigger and stronger than they are, and learn at the end that “you are as big as you feel.” The engaging story and delightful illustrations will please readers of all ages.

 
 

Whose Ears Are Whose? by Lana Jordan, illustrated by Pam Farrance & Melanie Babcock

A deer with floppy pink bunny ears? A lamb with great big elephant ears? A mouse with long, baggy pup ears? It could happen. And it does. When a mischievous little sister gets into her brother's toys, they have a come-apart in a most unusual way.

 
 

Willow May Goes to the Midnight Carnival by Icats Nitram. Illustrated by Pamela McCarville

Join Willow May on a peculiar journey through an outlandish carnival like no other. There will be clowns, there will be music, there will be acrobats, and there will be werewolves. Werewolves?!? Oh yes, werewolves! There will be many more surprises in the mysterious tents of the Midnight Carnival. Come join the journey, come join the fun.

 
 

You and Me Make Three by Wendy Lokken, Gwendy Mangiamele and Edna Cucksey Stephens, illustrated by Heather Drescher

B.B. the cuddly, bandanna clad bear travels to both Mom's and Dad's homes and is a constant companion during the changes and challenges brought by divorce. From advice about helping each parent around the house, to sharing feelings, to being a playful friend, B.B. provides comfort and security through this emotional transition. Smile Parent Tips written by Richard S Victor. Check out B.B the companion bear at bbseriescom or edcopublishingcom. Sales benefit The Victor Smile Foundation.

 
 

The Best Belcher by Lynda Medlyn and Kelley Staudenmier, illustrated by Shannon Parish

Bennett loves to burp—he burps his way through the day, annoying family, friends, and strangers alike. He burps at the breakfast table, at the bus stop, during the spelling bee, in the library under the “Quiet Please” sign, and while his brother lays in bed counting sheep. Despite warnings from his father that they’ll have to send him to live alone on a deserted island if he keeps it up and cautions from his sister that one day he’ll burp up a big, ugly monster, he continues this noisy habit. He’s curiously silenced one day until the burping contest comes to town, and the surprise winner is announced.

 
 

The Knot Fairy by Bobbie Hinman, illustrated by Kristi Bridgeman (Book & Audio CD)

This mischievous little fairy, dressed in her pajamas, visits children while they sleep and is responsible for the knots and tangles in their hair.

 
 

The Sock Fairy by Bobbie Hinman, illustrated by Kristi Bridgeman (Book & Audio CD)

The Sock Fairy is a mischievous little fairy who is responsible for lost socks, mismatched socks, and the occasional hole in the toe. This is the second in Bobbie Hinman’s series of fairy books. It solves the age-old mystery surrounding the whereabouts of missing socks. After all, who better to blame it on than a fairy?

Bobbie’s books were created to give children pure enjoyment and allow them to believe in make-believe.

This book includes an audio CD of the story narrated by the author. Also featured is an original fairy song. Children will delight in listening to this story and song about the whimsical little Sock Fairy. The tinkling sound of the bell lets children know when it is time to turn the page.

 
 

The Travel Adventures of Lilly P. Badilly: Costa Rica written and illustrated by Debbie Glade (Book & Audio CD)

Lilly P. Badilly is a little millipede with a brilliant mind and an exceptional talent for playing the piano. She lives in a teeny, tiny hole in the wall in the Miami International Airport with her grandparents, Nellie O. Badilly and Willie Z. Badilly. Together they embark on a most unique, and sometimes hilarious, travel adventure deep into the fertile rain forest of Costa Rica. It is there that Lilly is forced to face her biggest fears in order to save the lives of her family, herself and her new friends. Along the way, Lilly learns a lot about geography, culture and the plants and animals of Costa Rica. Best of all she discovers that if she uses her brain, she can work through her fears and turn a frightening situation into a celebration! Included with this book is a most entertaining audio CD. The characters of Lilly P. Badilly come to life with voices that children of all ages and adults will enjoy. Complete with music and authentic Costa Rican sound effects, readers can listen, read and sing along at the same time.

 
 
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