Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book)

2016-02-02
Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book)
Author: Julie Falatko
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2016-02-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0698154940
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Snappsy the alligator is having a normal day when a pesky narrator steps in to spice up the story. Is Snappsy reading a book ... or is he making CRAFTY plans? Is Snappsy on his way to the grocery store ... or is he PROWLING the forest for defenseless birds and fuzzy bunnies? Is Snappsy innocently shopping for a party ... or is he OBSESSED with snack foods that start with the letter P? What's the truth? Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) is an irreverent look at storytelling, friendship, and creative differences, perfect for fans of Mo Willems.

Snappsy the Alligator and His Best Friend Forever (Probably)

2017-10-03
Snappsy the Alligator and His Best Friend Forever (Probably)
Author: Julie Falatko
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2017-10-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 042528865X
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Snappsy (begrudgingly!) returns in this clever and hilarious follow-up to the critically-acclaimed Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book). Snappsy the alligator wants nothing more than a quiet evening to himself, but a pesky chicken who insists he's Snappsy's best friend won't leave him alone. Friendship bracelets? Matching shirts? The sleepover of the century? Snappsy did not ask for any of the activities the chicken—his best friend forever?—is planning. This pitch-perfect sequel to Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) explores all the ways we get friendship wrong (and why it feels so magical when we get it right!).

Yours in Books

2021-09-21
Yours in Books
Author: Julie Falatko
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2021-09-21
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1647005191
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A picture book (love?) story told in letters between a furry bookshop owner, an avid, if a bit cranky, feathered reader, and their forest friends Owl just wants some peace and quiet to read his books—alone. But when the forest youngsters ruffle his feathers, he enlists the local bookshop owner to send him handpicked books to help cope with the chaos and the mess. It’s not long before Owl discovers Squirrel and learns that just as important as solitude are companionship and community. Told entirely in letters, this charming picture book celebrates books and bookshops, letter writing, and love.

Miss Maple's Seeds

2017-04-18
Miss Maple's Seeds
Author: Eliza Wheeler
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2017-04-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0425288897
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This stunning New York Times Bestseller introduces the kind, nature-loving Miss Maple, who celebrates the miracle in each seed—perfect for fans of Miss Rumphius! What happens to seeds that don't sprout? Fortunately, they have Miss Maple to look after them. Every year, she rescues orphan seeds, taking them to her cozy maple tree house. All winter long, she nurtures them and teaches them the ways of seeds and the paths by which they might find their new homes. And come spring, she sends them off to take root out in the wide world and to sprout into the wonderful plants she knows they'll become. Celebrate every season with Miss Maple, from Earth Day to graduations to harvest festivals. Downloadable Activity Sheets available at: wheelerstudio.com/2013/04/03/miss-maples-seeds-activity-sheets/ "Completely enchanting . . . Filled with broad vistas, warm breezes, woodland creatures, and other whimsical imagery . . . With its positive message about the value of nurturing even the tiniest bit of the natural world, this book is simply wonderful."—School Library Journal

The Great Indoors

2019-04-04
The Great Indoors
Author: Julie Falatko
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2019-04-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1368045804
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Forest animals set up camp in an empty human house in this rollicking picture book by up-and-coming talents Julie Falatko and Ruth Chan. When the humans head out to go camping, the animals settle in for a relaxing holiday of their own! Teen bear takes over the bathroom with her curling iron, the beavers prepare their fanciest recipes, and the deer kick up their feet for a dance party. What starts as a little unwinding soon escalates to a big mess, just in time for everyone to head home. . . . Julie Falatko and Ruth Chan's quirky humors shine in this hilarious take on family trips that will have kids wondering what exactly goes on back at home when they're on vacation.

Rescuing Mrs. Birdley

2020-06-30
Rescuing Mrs. Birdley
Author: Aaron Reynolds
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2020-06-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 153442704X
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In this wildly charming and fantastically imaginative story by the New York Times bestselling author of Creepy Carrots and Creepy Pair of Underwear, a young animal expert knows just what to do when she spots her teacher in the wild. Miranda is an animal expert. Or at least, she watches a lot of Nature Joe. Nature Joe is incredible. He rescues animals, returning them to their natural habitat. Mrs. Birdley is a teacher. The natural habitat of a teacher is a classroom. So when Mrs. Birdley escapes school and ends up wild, loose, and confused at the local grocery store, Miranda knows just what to do: she must use her brain, her guts, and her extensive knowledge of Nature Joe to rescue Mrs. Birdley—at any cost! This delightfully over-the-top picture book by newcomer Emma Reynolds explores the weirdness of seeing a teacher outside of school and will have young readers laughing out loud every time they read.

Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo

2013-10-22
Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo
Author: John Lithgow
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1442467444
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A lively and lyrical picture book jaunt from actor and author John Lithgow! Oh, children! Remember! Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo. They’ll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they’ve heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow’s best-loved tunes.

Every Day Birds

2016-02-23
Every Day Birds
Author: Amy Ludwig VanDerwater
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2016-02-23
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0545699819
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Young readers get an introduction to twenty different types of birds, with breathtaking paper-cuts by newcomer Dylan Metrano! "Chickadee wears a wee black cap.Jay is loud and bold.Nuthatch perches upside-down.Finch is clothed in gold."Young readers are fascinated with birds in their world. Every Day Birds helps children identify and learn about common birds. After reading Every Day Birds, families can look out their windows with curiosity--recognizing birds and nests and celebrating the beauty of these creatures!Every Day Birds focuses on twenty North American birds, with a poem and descriptions written by Amy Ludwig VanDerwater and beautiful paper-cuttings by first-time picture book illustrator Dylan Metrano. Interesting facts about each bird are featured in the back of the book.

Two Dogs in a Trench Coat Go to School (Two Dogs in a Trench Coat #1)

2018-05-29
Two Dogs in a Trench Coat Go to School (Two Dogs in a Trench Coat #1)
Author: Julie Falatko
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2018-05-29
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338189522
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Sassy and Waldo need to save their boy from being bored all day in class, but the school won't let two dogs inside. Good thing they found that trench coat! Sassy and Waldo are good dogs.Sassy and Waldo spend their day keeping the house safe. Has a squirrel ever gotten inside? No!But every day their boy, Stewart, leaves for a scary place: school!Sassy and Waldo need to save Stewart. But they don't let dogs into school. Not even the really good ones.Sassy and Waldo put on a trench coat.Now everyone at Bea Arthur Elementary thinks they are a new student.Everyone except Stewart.