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Baby Elephant

Baby Elephant

Written by Christine Kelly and Illustrated by Roisin Hahessy
A humorous story about Tilly, who gets confused when her mom says she has a baby in her belly and prepares for a very unexpected arrival!
Pre-K - 1st
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Togo and Balto to the Rescue

Togo and Balto to the Rescue

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Agnieszka Olearczyk
Discover the true story of two real-life dogs, Togo and Balto, who helped save a town by delivering life-saving medicine!
Pre-K - 1st
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Pim the Coolest Penguin cover

Pim the Coolest Penguin

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Luke Flowers
A heartwarming story about Pim, a penguin who loses his feathers and learns that what makes him different can actually make him special!
Pre-K - 1st
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Queen Koko

Queen Koko

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Josh Cleland
The true tale of a very clever gorilla and the kitten that she loved!
Pre-K - 1st
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My Zen Friend

My Zen Friend

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Catherine Ranzikova
Kim loves adventures... especially if his panda pal comes with him!
Pre-K - 1st
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High Fliers!

High Fliers!

Written by Amanda Brandon and Illustrated by Lu Maluje
A story about three inventive animal friends who dream of flying! They design their own hot air balloon and lift off on an exciting adventure, using teamwork and problem-solving skills when challenges arise along the way.
Pre-K - 1st
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Harry the Narwhal

Harry the Narwhal

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Flo Davis
When a problem arises in the ocean, Harry uses his tusk to help, and everyone learns to celebrate differences and treat others with kindness.
Pre-K - 1st
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A Tiger's Journey

Animal Fair

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Tim Budgen
Monkey causes mishaps and mayhem at the local fair.
Pre-K - 1st
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Amelia's Wild Ride

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Daisy Ingrosso

A true story about a tomboy who discovers the thrill of flying!

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Pre-K - 1st
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Will's Play Time

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by LaPiz

Little William gets a front-row seat at a play – and it inspires him to create stories of his own...

Pre-K - 1st
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See Wilma Run!

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Polya Bulba

The true tale of a girl who overcame an illness and learned to run like the wind!

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Pre-K - 1st
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The Kingdom of the Ogres

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Daniel Sanders

A shipwrecked cook must make friends with monsters.

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Pre-K - 2nd
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The Easter Bunny

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Gülsah Alçin Özek

Two children discover some delicious eggs – and the creature who made them.

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Pre-K - 2nd
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Rumble-Mumble Goose-Egg

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Louis Wiyono

He’s big, brave and heroic – but the king wants to get rid of him!

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Pre-K - 2nd
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Masha and the Bear

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Gaia Bordicchia

Masha has to use her wits and her baking skills when she is captured by a bear.

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Pre-K - 2nd
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Little Golden Hood

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Martuka

The true story of what happened with the big, bad wolf.

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Pre-K - 2nd
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An Extraordinary Day

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Michel Verdu

Your first day at school can be difficult – even if you’re a magician!

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Pre-K - 2nd
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The Enormous Turnip

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Paco Sordo

An old man’s vegetable patch produces a huge surprise.

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Pre-K - 2nd
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Last Day Blues

Written by Julie Danneberg and Illustrated by Judy Love

What do teachers do for summer vacation?

Mrs. Hartwell's students worry that their teacher will miss...

K - 5th
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Fiesta Femenina

Written by Mary-Joan Gerson and Illustrated by Maya Christina Gonzalex
Eight Mexican folk heroines come to vibrant life in this fascinating anthology illustrated by Pura...
K - 5th

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