The Book that Jake Borrowed


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Jake borrows a library book, drips jelly on it, and must face the consequences, as told in a rhythm reminiscent of The house that Jack built.




We're Going on a Book Hunt


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A group of animals search for the perfect book at the library.




Manners with a Library Book


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An introduction to etiquette and proper behavior when borrowing books from the library.




Never Let a Ghost Borrow Your Library Book


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The Library Secret Service (hint: not a real organization) explains the rules for the care of library books.




The Day Dirk Yeller Came to Town


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The pair behind "One-Dog Canoe" team up once again for this rollicking Wild West adventure that celebrates the power of books. Full color.




Jake Riley


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In this gripping debut novel, author Davis takes a hard look at some of the most difficult issues facing teenagers today. Once readers know Jake's story, they'll never forget it . . . or him.




Do Not Bring Your Dragon to the Library


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A child brings a dragon to the library and learns a valuable lesson--libraries and dragons do not mix.




What Happened to Marion's Book?


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Marion learns what to do if he damages a book from the library.




The Book That Jake Borrowed - Bilingual Edition


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Jake and his library book are in a mess in this cumulative tale, an adaptation of the classic The House That Jack Built. Repetitive phrases and simple choruses combine with cut paper and fabric collage illustrations that chronicle the events and the helpful librarian who offers book care tips.




Pirate Diary


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"Platt weaves vast quantities of nautical information into a text as lively as it is absorbing." - Publishers Weekly (starred review) Curious about life on a pirate ship? Check out PIRATE DIARY: THE JOURNAL OF JAKE CARPENTER, an account of adventure on the high seas as told by a feisty nine-year-old carpenter’s apprentice, circa 1716. Historically accurate illustrations of ship and crew, a map of Jake’s travels, and a detailed glossary and index vividly reveal the fascinating - and harsh - life of a pirate in the eighteenth century. Ships ahoy!




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