Children's Literature Gems


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Master the huge array of quality children's books from the past and the present with this must-have resource from children's librarian Elizabeth Bird.







Books Kids Will Sit Still For 3: A Read-Aloud Guide


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An updated compilation which offers criteria for selecting good read-alouds, indexing over 1,700 books for children by author/illustrator, title, and a wide range of subjects; it includes strategies for book selection, recommendations for struggling readers, and annotations with related titles.




Games Magazine Presents the Kids' Giant Book of Games


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Kids will love with this fun-filled collection of brain-twisters from America's premiere puzzle publication.




The Continuum Encyclopedia of Children's Literature


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Provides articles covering children's literature from around the world as well as biographical and critical reviews of authors including Avi, C.S. Lewis, J.K. Rowling, and Anno Mitsumasa.







Picture Perfect Frame


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"As the owner of Coffee, Books, and More, Jill Gardner likes to support other Main Street businesses, so she attends a paint-and-sip event where, sadly, her brushstrokes look more like blobs. It's still fun, though--aside from some disruption by a couple doing more sipping than painting. Jill's police-detective boyfriend is on alert, but a designated driver volunteers to take the drunken pair back to their bed and breakfast, and everything seems resolved. Until the wife's body turns up the next morning back in the studio. The victim, Nan, is from out of town, so it's hard to imagine who'd have a motive aside from her spouse. Now, in between puzzling over her fortuneteller neighbor's strange behavior, preparing for her best friend's wedding, and pouring cups of java at the bookstore, Jill must uncover the secrets of Nan's life and find out who wanted her out of the picture . . .."--Publisher description.







Books Children Love (Revised Edition)


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A love for reading is one of the most precious gifts that we can give children. It nurtures their imagination and creativity, lets them explore other worlds, and opens their minds to new truths and knowledge in appealing, inspiring ways. But how can we sort through thousands of children's books to discover the really worthwhile ones? Elizabeth Wilson offers us a newly revised, comprehensive guide to the very best in children's literature. Just as in the original volume, she comments on the tone and content of excellently written, captivating books in over two dozen subject areas. Hundreds of new titles have been added while retaining timeless classics and modern favorites-all of which respect traditional values. So that no matter what the children's ages are or whether they love fact or fiction, you can trust these books to share things that you can believe in and kids will delight in.




Celebrating St. Patrick's Day


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Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun introduction for kids ages 6 to 9 St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! This engaging nonfiction book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of St. Patrick's Day—and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities. This standout among Saint Patrick's Day books for kids includes: Celebratory traditions—Kids will learn how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated all around the world in different ways, including parades, festivals, sports tournaments, treasure hunts, and more. A variety of activities—From games like Parade Bingo and a Green Scavenger Hunt to recipes for Irish Flag Cookies and Shamrock Shakes, kids can explore hands-on ways to get festive. Fun facts and illustrations—Colorful illustrations and thought-provoking facts help kids discover new things about this holiday. When it comes to St. Patrick's Day books for kids, this is the one that will get your child excited to learn and celebrate.