Tag: Book of the Day

Curious George Discovers Recycling (science storybook) by H. A. Rey

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Curious George Discovers Recycling (science storybook) by H. A. Rey

I was sent a copy of Curious George Discovers Recycling (science storybook) by H. A. Rey   Curious George Discovers Recycling (science storybook) by H. A. Rey Release Date: 2017-03-28 Curious George wants to help clean up the planet, and recycling seems like a good place to start—but where does he begin? Follow along with George as he learns about what recycling is, how it works, and what else he can do to reduce his monkey paw print. Readers will learn the difference between recycling and trash, what happens to…

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A Little Stuck by Oliver Jeffers

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A Little Stuck by Oliver Jeffers

I was sent a copy of A Little Stuck by Oliver Jeffers   A Little Stuck by Oliver Jeffers Release Date: 2017-03-07 From the illustrator of the #1 smash The Day the Crayons Quit comes another bestseller–a giggle-inducing tale of everything tossed, thrown, and hurled in order to free a kite!When Floyd’s kite gets stuck in a tree, he’s determined to get it out. But how? Well, by knocking it down with his shoe, of course. But strangely enough, it too gets stuck. And the only logical course of action…

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Journey Across the Hidden Islands by Sarah Beth Durst

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Journey Across the Hidden Islands by Sarah Beth Durst

I was sent a copy of Journey Across the Hidden Islands by Sarah Beth Durst   Journey Across the Hidden Islands by Sarah Beth Durst Release Date: 2017-04-04 The traditional Emperor’s Journey is meant to be uneventful. But as the princesses Seika and Ji-Lin—twin sisters—travel to pay respects to their kingdom’s dragon guardian, unexpected monsters appear and tremors shake the earth. The Hidden Islands face unprecedented threats, and the old rituals are failing. With only their strength, ingenuity, and flying lion to rely on, can the sisters find a new…

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Princess Sparkle-Heart Gets a Makeover by Josh Schneider

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Princess Sparkle-Heart Gets a Makeover by Josh Schneider

I was sent a copy of Princess Sparkle-Heart Gets a Makeover by Josh Schneider   Princess Sparkle-Heart Gets a Makeover by Josh Schneider Release Date: 2017-04-11 Amelia and her dog are best friends . . . until Princess Sparkle-Heart comes along. Soon, Amelia and Princess Sparkle-Heart are doing everything together: having tea parties, attending royal weddings, keeping each other’s secrets. Princess Sparkle-Heart may be an awesome princess doll—but is she any match for a jealous canine? Look out, Princess Sparkle-Heart! This witty parable of sibling rivalry has all the giggle-inducing…

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Gone Camping: A Novel in Verse by Tamera Will Wissinger

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Gone Camping: A Novel in Verse by Tamera Will Wissinger

I was sent a copy of Gone Camping: A Novel in Verse by Tamera Will Wissinger   Gone Camping: A Novel in Verse by Tamera Will Wissinger Release Date: 2017-03-28 Hiking in the great outdoors, catching fish, watching the stars come out at night—camping is fun. Until it’s time to sleep. Then, Lucy wonders, what kinds of creatures lurk in the dark? With only her brother and grandpa as tent-mates, will Lucy be able to face her camping fears?        Filled with a variety of poetic forms—from aubade to haiku—as well…

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But Then I Came Back by Estelle Laure

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But Then I Came Back by Estelle Laure

I was sent a copy of But Then I Came Back by Estelle Laure   But Then I Came Back by Estelle Laure Release Date: 2017-04-04 Gayle Forman meets Francesca Lia Block in this dazzling story about two coma girls and the boy who connects their lives. From the author of This Raging Light, a debut that New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson calls “remarkable.”“Something does exist. I saw. It’s a place. Like this but different.”“Okay, so let’s say we do reach her, that something like that is even…

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Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science by Marc Aronson

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Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science by Marc Aronson

I was sent a copy of Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science by Marc Aronson   Sugar Changed the World: A Story of Magic, Spice, Slavery, Freedom, and Science by Marc Aronson Release Date: 2017-04-04 When this award-winning husband-and-wife team discovered that they each had sugar in their family history, they were inspired to trace the globe-spanning story of the sweet substance and to seek out the voices of those who led bitter sugar lives. The trail ran like a bright band from…

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Bull by David Elliott

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Bull by David Elliott

I was sent a copy of Bull by David Elliott   Bull by David Elliott Release Date: 2017-03-28 SEE THE STORY OF THESEUS AND THE MINOTAUR IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT   Minos thought he could Pull a fast one On me, Poseidon! God of the Sea! But I’m the last one On whom you Should try such a thing. The nerve of that guy. The balls. The audacity. I AM THE OCEAN! I got capacity! Depths! Darkness! Delphic power! So his sweet little plan Went big-time sour And his wife…

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An Alphabet by Oliver Jeffers

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An Alphabet by Oliver Jeffers

I was sent a copy of An Alphabet by Oliver Jeffers   An Alphabet by Oliver Jeffers Release Date: 2017-03-07 The New York Times bestselling alphabet/story book from the artist of The Day the Crayons Quit is now available in an abridged edition for the littlest learners! The perfect introduction to both the alphabet and to the world of Oliver Jeffers! This clever and funny board book from the #1 bestselling illustrator of The Day the Crayons Quit and creator of Stuck gives center stage to Oliver Jeffers’ whimsical illustrations…

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The Mother’s Day Mice Gift Edition by Eve Bunting

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The Mother's Day Mice Gift Edition by Eve Bunting

I was sent a copy of The Mother’s Day Mice Gift Edition by Eve Bunting   The Mother’s Day Mice Gift Edition by Eve Bunting Release Date: 2017-04-04 ATOS Book Level:  3.0   Interest Level:  Lower Grades (LG K-3) AR Points:  0.5 “Bring her a daisy,” Biggest Mouse said over his shoulder.   “Bring her a rock,” Middle Mouse puffed.   “They’re nice,” Little Mouse said. “But they’re not special enough for this special day.”    Biggest Mouse, Middle Mouse, and Little Mouse all want to surprise Mother on Mother’s Day. But can…

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