Grades 3 – 5
This is adorably moving tale about a cuddly dog, what more could you want? Hooper lives in New Orleans, but is left homeless in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He makes the long, hard trip all the way to New York, and is rescued by his new family. Will he adapt well or come apart at the seams?
Grades 2 – 3
The latest book in the Narwhal and Jelly series by Ben Clanton, Narwhal’s Otter Friend is a funny and clever book about Narwhal and Otter, two new friends who meet and decide to go on an adventure together. It sounds like an awesome idea, until Jelly finds out and gets jealous. Will the three friends be able to play together? Read Narwhal’s Otter Friend by Ben Clanton to find out!
Grades K – 2
Chicken Talk by Patricia MacLachlan is a funny book about chickens who write messages to their farmers! At first the family is puzzled at who is writing the messages, and when the kids figure it out, they worry no one will believe them. Then the chickens become the talk of the town and people come from far and wide to see what the chickens’ next message will be. Find out for yourself in Chicken Talk by Patricia MacLachlan!
Grades 3 – 5
Ophelia von Hairball V is a world famous cat burglar who loves stealing jewels and cracking safes. Then the FFBI (Furry Feline Burglary Institute) offers her a job — to steal the giant Himalayan diamond and win the ultimate prize! The catch is, though, that Ophelia has to work with a partner — something she’s not comfortable with, because she prefers to work alone. Can she find her groove with Oscar Fishgerald Gold or will the heist be a complete disaster?
Thanks to School Library Journal for a review copy of this book.
Grades 3 – 5
Filled with action and adventure that is fun for all ages, Thundercluck and the Kitchen of Destiny is about an egg that is accidentally struck by the power of Thor, and it hatches a super chicken. This super chicken must now defeat the villain of the kitchen and prevail over evil. This middle grade animal fantasy is sure to please fans of Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer.
Thanks to School Library Journal for a review copy of this book.
Ages 16+
Bubbles, a stray kitten, shares the challenges and fun in her life through anecdotes. After being abandoned as a kitten, Bubbles gives the love right back to her helper, who gives her a chance at a better life.
Thanks to Netgalley for a review copy of this book.
Ages 1-4
Perfect for toddlers, this story is a guessing game of which creature the baby animals belong to. This story is fun and engaging, and includes realistic illustrations of baby animals.
Grades K-2
This is the retelling of a folktale about a little rabbit on his way to visit his Tía Monica. On his way, he meets different animals who plan to make a meal of him, but he convinces them that he is too skinny, and that he will be much more filling on his way back, after his aunt has fattened him up. The author includes Spanish words to enhance the story, and the traditional song Tía Monica is repeated throughout the story.
Ages 2-5
Baby Elise loves Tag, the family dog, so much that she squeezes him and pulls his tail. This is her way of showing him love, but she doesn’t realize that she is too rough with him. Her parents have to teach her to be gentle, but it’s not easy. Will Tag ever feel some relief?
Grade 2
Into the Wild: Yet Another Misadventure by Doreen Cronin is the third book in the Chicken Squad series. Dirt, Sugar, Poppy and Sweetie are four chicken siblings who are sure to get into trouble when they’re together. This time, they’re trying to solve the mystery of the box in the backyard. Read Into the Wild: Yet Another Misadventure by Doreen Cronin to learn what they find!
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