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The Tortoise's Gift

Written by Lari Don and Illustrated by Melanie Williamson
One hot, dry summer in Zambia, the rain stops falling. Soon, the animals are very hungry and thirsty...
K - 4th
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Winter Shadow

Written by Richard Knight and Illustrated by Richard Johnson
Traipse to a small village in the snowy north, where Maria stumbles upon a mysterious gray bundle...
K - 6th
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Masha and the Bear

Written by Lari Don and Illustrated by Melanie Williamson
When young Masha ventures out into the forest to pick berries to feed her family, she gets lost. A...
K - 4th
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Never Trust a Tiger

Written by Lari Don and Illustrated by Melanie Williamson
As a merchant makes his way to the market, he comes across a beautiful tiger that has fallen down a...
K - 4th
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Wolves (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Laura Marsh and Illustrated by National Geographic Kids
They run in packs, stalk their prey, and howl at the moon. And no matter where you are―they're...
K - 3rd
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Cats vs. Dogs (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Elizabeth Carney
Which are better, cats or dogs? Cats and dogs are the most popular pets with kids, and it seems...
1st - 3rd
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Dolphins (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Melissa Stewart
Dophins are favorites with kids. Top three reasons? 1) They're always smiling 2) They swim really...
1st - 3rd
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The Red Pony by John Steinbeck

Written by John Steinbeck (author) and John Seelye (introduction)
Raised on a ranch in northern California, Jody is well-schooled in the hard work and demands of a...
6th - 8th
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Bats (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Elizabeth Carney
In words and beautiful photographs, this books offers a glimpse into the world of bats. Find out the...
K - 3rd
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Dolphin Dive (Scholastic Discover More™ Readers, Level 2)

Written by James Buckley Jr.
Dolphins are fascinating animals, and this book highlights many of their most interesting features...
1st - 3rd
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Rain Forest Colors (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Janet Lawler and Illustrated by Tim Laman
This book introduces young children to the concept of color by traveling to the rain forest. They...
Pre-K - K
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Scholastic Reader!® Level 3: Animal Superpowers

Written by Christopher Hernandez
Animals have amazing powers. Some can lift more than 1000 times their own weight. Others can run...
2nd - 5th
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Sharks (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Anne Schreiber
Sharks are among the oldest animals on Earth. Made of soft cartilage, they live in the ocean and can...
K - 3rd
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Weird Sea Creatures (National Geographic Kids)

Written by Laura Marsh
Strange creatures live deep in the ocean. Meet the deep sea angler-fish, which has glowing fishing...
K - 3rd
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African Adventure (Amazing Animals)

Written by Tony Mitton and Illustrated by Ant Parker
This picture book takes young children to Africa, where they meet many animals--elephants, lions...
Pre-K - 1st
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Amazing Animal Adventures: Forest Adventure

Written by Tony Mitton and Illustrated by Ant Parker
Take a walk in a North American forest and see all the animals that live there. From bears to moose...
Pre-K - 1st
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Amazing Animal Adventures: Ocean Adventure

Written by Tony Mitton and Illustrated by Ant Parker
This adventure takes Bird, Mouse, and Rabbit to the ocean, where they dive, sail, snorkel, and even...
Pre-K - 1st
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Amazing Animal Adventures: Rainforest Adventure

Written by Tony Mitton and Illustrated by Ant Parker
During a trek in a South American rainforest, Bird, Mouse, and Rabbit encounter a scaly giant...
Pre-K - 1st
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Bunny Cakes

Written and Illustrated by Rosemary Wells
Max wants to bake Grandma a cake for her birthday. His idea is to put worms inside, but his sister...
Pre-K - 1st
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Fly Guy Presents: Dinosaurs

Written and Illustrated by Tedd Arnold
Fly Guy and Buzz go on a field trip to a natural history museum. They learn all about dinosaurs...
K - 2nd
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UNIQUE! Australian Animals: Level 2 (Spectrum® Readers)

Written by Teresa Domnauer

Kangaroos, koalas, and other one-of-a-kind creatures live in the land down under. UNIQUE! Australian...

K - 3rd
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Elephant Seal

Written by Susan H Gray
An elephant seal has a thick layer of blubber that keeps it from freezing in cold northern waters...
4th - 8th
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Bad Kitty School Daze

Written by Nick Bruel
Kitty and Puppy are out of control! They're screaming, fighting, hissing, and drooling all over the...
2nd - 5th
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Tales of Bunjitsu Bunny

Written and Illustrated by John Himmelman
Introducing Isabel, aka Bunjitsu Bunny! She is the BEST bunjitsu artist in her school, and she can...
1st - 3rd

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