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"The writing is clear and specific, and the expansive, colorful acrylic illustrations, including labeled diagrams, are themselves quite informative." ?Horn Book (starred review) From award-winning author-illustrator Meghan McCarthy comes an entertaining picture book that explores the training and day-to-day life of being a firefighter as they put out fires and saves lives.Do you have what it takes to be a firefighter? From attending the Firefighter Academy to training with a team, there are many things you have to accomplish before becoming a firefighter! Learn the tools firefighters use, the kinds of trucks firefighters drive, and the dangerous situations they find themselves in as they put their lives on the line to help others in this charming picture book from the author of Pop: The Invention of Bubble Gum.

This tender book illustrated by artist Yoo ("Strictly No Elephants") is inspired by the true story of the author meeting a stray kitten while working as a night watchman. The cat, Beebe, was Sullivan's companion for 17 years. Full color.

Armed with pencils, paints, dreams, and his grandmother's memories of how beautiful the neighborhood once was, cngel and others paint the big wall that had been cold, empty, and cheerless. Full color.

A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids An NCTE Notable Poetry Book "McCanna's carefully chosen words are nearly all onomatopoeia, a cacophony of water sounds that resonates on tongue and ear, demanding to be read aloud…Beautiful." ?Kirkus Reviews (starred review) In glorious onomatopoeia, Tim McCanna takes the reader on a dazzling journey as a fox seeks shelter from a rainstorm.Drip Drop Plip Plop Pitter Patter Pat. As the rain begins, a little fox seeks shelter. But then it builds and builds into to a torrential storm. Wash! Wham! Lash! Whirl! Bash! Swirl! Hiss! Slap! Slam! Both a visual feast and a joy to read aloud, this stunning picture book showcases the power and beauty of nature.

Based on his own childhood, this wordless picture book by award-winning artist Coln is about the limitless nature of creativity and imagination. A young boy who is confined to his room fills his sketch pad with lions and elephants, then imagines himself on a safari. Full color.

"Henny, a chick with arms, discovers the benefits of being different"--

A mouse stowaway on NASA's first human mission to Mars becomes a hero when one of the landing craft's engines fails. Includes facts about Mars.

"Originally published in Great Britain in 2007 by Simon & Schuster UK Ltd"--Copyright page.

Eight-year-old Johnny is overjoyed because his family is going to spend Christmas at his grandfather's Connecticut farm. When the family arrives, Johnny discovers the wooden horse he intended on giving his younger brother is broken. How can Johnny make this the Christmas he hoped for? Full color.

"With all its variety, expanse and wonder, discover how much there is to love about Our Blue Planet. Our oceans are home to the greatest diversity of life on Earth and cover 71 percent of the planet. With so much to discover, this book introduces creatures beyond imagination"--

"Gilly and her goldfish sidekick, Finnegan, set out to trap a monster and instead wind up making a new friend"--

"The true story of how a 1969 fire in one of the most polluted rivers in America helped foster awareness of water pollution and how the river's fate contributed to the environmental movement"--

"A grandfather shares his love of gardening with his granddaughter and it keeps them connected through the years"--

This build-it-yourself book from bestselling and Caldecott Honor artist Stephen T. Johnson that Newsweek called “Toy of the Year” is a book, a toy, and a robot that little ones can build!This book is more than a book—it’s a robot waiting to be made! The sturdy, ultra-thick cardboard pages contain all the necessary robot components as well as clear instructions for assembly. The flat pieces fit together with slots and tabs, which means there’s no glue and no mess—just a lot of robot fun! Budding engineers will enjoy this engaging book that encourages them to build and play. And, the pieces can back into the book, so the creation can be rebuilt time and again.

"This simple step by step guide to the parts of a rocket ship is an introduction to space travel in a book. Each page contains a sturdy and easy-to-remove puzzle piece with instructions for readers to build a rocket ship of their own!"--