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Wild Robot

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The Wild Robot By Peter Brown Cover Image
$17.99
ISBN: 9780316381994
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - April 5th, 2016

The Wild Robot is picture book pro Peter Brown’s middle grade fiction debut. It’s an utterly original Robinson Crusoe story told in short chapters with an abundance of fantastic illustration. This book should have wide appeal for both both girls and boys, and opportunities for lively discussion abound. A thoughtful reader will have much to ponder, and the reader who just likes action with talking robots and talking animals will be highly entertained. Strongly and enthusiastically recommended! ~ Reviewed by Jennifer Armstrong


Ideas Are All Around

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Ideas Are All Around By Philip C. Stead Cover Image
$18.99
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ISBN: 9781626721814
Published: Roaring Brook Press - March 1st, 2016

This is a remarkable book to share with kids at the older end of the picture book set. It's a thinker's book, with a rambling, pensive attitude toward the creative process. Savor it slowly with a child, look at the art (a stunning mix of photos, watercolor, and colored pencil), and see where the conversation takes you. If your child likes looking at clouds, or listening to birds, or wondering what the dog is thinking about, this beautiful book is for you both. ~ Reviewed by Jennifer Armstrong


My Life with the Liars

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My Life with the Liars By Caela Carter Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9780062385710
Availability: Special Order
Published: Quill Tree Books - March 8th, 2016

Zylynn has lived in a cult compound (think Branch Davidians) in Arizona with her mom since she was a toddler. Now just shy of her 13th birthday her biological father has rescued her; her confusion and terror being “Outside” is pretty intense as she struggles to reconcile what she has been taught to believe by Father Prophet and what she observes. Heartbreaking, actually. Should make for interesting conversations if used as a classroom read aloud. ~ Reviewed by Jennifer Armstrong


Just My Luck

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Just My Luck By Cammie McGovern Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9780062330659
Availability: Special Order
Published: HarperCollins - February 23rd, 2016

Nearly everyone knows a family with an autistic child, and the other kids in those families face their own challenges. Benny is a sweet and tender young soul who only wants to help the people around him. His experience with his autistic brother has taught him patience and compassion beyond his years. McGovern will reach a new audience with her first book for younger readers as Just My Luck is very poignant and will strike a familiar chord with readers of all ages." ~ Reviewed by Jennifer Armstrong


Knowing Book

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The Knowing Book By Rebecca Kai Dotlich, Matthew Cordell (Illustrator) Cover Image
$16.99
ISBN: 9781590789261
Availability: Special Order
Published: Astra Young Readers - February 23rd, 2016

This is a refreshing substitute for Oh the Places You’ll Go: inspirational, poetic, and full of wisdom. Cordell's charming rabbit protagonist ventures across a bright watercolor landscape. This will make a terrific baby shower or graduation gift. ~ Reviewed by Jennifer Armstrong


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