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The Librarian from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler and Illustrated by Jared D. Lee

Would you dare step into a library ruled by The Laminator? One whisper out of line and—snap—you’re...

K - 3rd
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Feeling Jealous! (Everyday Feelings)

Written by Kay Barnham and Illustrated by Mike Gordon

Lucy is very good at helping those around her. She helps one friend feel less jealous of a sibling's...

K - 4th
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Bug Scouts: Camp Out!

Written and Illustrated by Mike Lowery
Bug Scouts Doug, Abby, Josh, and Luna are off to their next adventure! This time they’re going on a big camping trip to earn their “camping” Bug Badge.
1st - 3rd
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Worm Loves Worm

Written by J. J. Austrian and Illustrated by Mike Curato

You are cordially invited to celebrate the wedding of a worm...and a worm.

When a worm meets a...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Hero Next Door: A We Need Diverse Books Anthology

From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another...

3rd - 7th
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What If...

Written by Samantha Berger and Illustrated by Mike Curato
Creativity, the power of imagination, and the importance of self-expression are celebrated in this...
Pre-K - 3rd
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All the Way to Havana

Written by Margarita Engle and Illustrated by Mike Curato
A family drives through the streets of Havana, Cuba and experiences the sights and sounds of a...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Berenstain Bears Are Superbears! (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Mike Berenstain
When Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear pretend to be their favorite superhero characters, the whole...
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Little League Team from the Black Lagoon (Black Lagoon Adventures)

Written by Mike Thaler
Baseball fever is catching, but Hubie just feels sick. Last season, the only hit Hubie got was in...
2nd - 5th
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The 100th Day of School from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler and Illustrated by Jared Lee

It's H-Day--the 100th day of school for Hubie and his classmates. Mrs. Green decides everybody needs...

2nd - 4th
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The Science Fair from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
These early chapter books take the Black Lagoon kids on hilarious adventures to what they anticipate...
2nd - 3rd
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The Talent Show from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
These early chapter books take the Black Lagoon kids on hilarious adventures to what they anticipate...
2nd - 3rd
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Black Lagoon Adventures: Earth Day from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
These early chapter books take the Black Lagoon kids on hilarious adventures to what they anticipate...
2nd - 3rd
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Black Lagoon Adventures: Summer Vacation from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
Just when you thought it was safe to come back to the classroom The horror continues as the ever...
2nd - 3rd
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The Field Day from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
These early chapter books take the Black Lagoon kids on hilarious adventures to what they anticipate...
2nd - 3rd
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The Snow Day from the Black Lagoon

Written by Mike Thaler
These early chapter books take the Black Lagoon kids on hilarious adventures to what they anticipate...
2nd - 3rd
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Point Guard

Written by Mike Lupica

Gus and Cassie have always been on the same team off the field, but in this third novel in New York...

3rd - 7th
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The Extra Yard

Written by Mike Lupica

Teddy, a young football player, learns that sometimes bridging the distance in your family can be...

3rd - 7th
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Eagle Doesn't Give Up

Written by Aldo Paltlan and Illustrated by Mike Martell
Getting a kite airborne is harder than it looks! Eagle practices perseverance with high-flying...
K - 3rd
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The Berenstain Bears Come Clean for School

Written by Jan Berenstain and Illustrated by Mike Berenstain
Germs are everywhere! With everyone coughing and spluttering around them, Brother and Sister...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Why Should I Eat Well?

Written by Claire Llewellyn and Illustrated by Mike Gordon
Boys and girls discover the importance of eating sensibly and keeping to a balanced diet. They learn...
Pre-K - 3rd
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Written by Roald Dahl
Charlie Bucket lives in poverty with his parents and grandparents, but things start to change when...
3rd - 7th

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