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As Colin imagines himself in a series of adventures beginning with joining a pirate crew, his mother assures him that she will always be there to help if he needs her.

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When a young child takes her favorite toy along to the park, the market, the lake, and for a car ride, she mistakenly leaves the toy behind.

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When a teacher leaves a blank book in the Writer's Corner for her students tofind, an epic battle ensues as they follow her instructions to "write in thisbook."

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Presents a variety of facts about popcorn and includes two recipes.

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From apples to cows, kettles to scarecrows, warm country images abound in this

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From apples to cows, kettles to scarecrows, warm country images abound in this delightful alphabet poem. Accompanied by striking folk-art illustrations, these verses provide an ideal introduction to the ABCs.

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Once you are aware of the wonder and beauty of earth, you will want to learn about it," wrote Carson, the pioneering environmentalist and author of "Silent Spring," the book that woke people up to the harmful impact humans are having on the planet. Illustrations.

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The Gorillas of Gill Park are back. Willy Wilson has inherited the park from its eccentric, millionaire owner, and is now living permanently in Gloria. However, vandals are attacking the park, and now Willy can organize his baseball team, the Gorillas, to help defend it.

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Poor Sam! He wants to play with the big kids. You are too small, they tell him. Go home. They hide from Sam, then they wont let him play in their fort. But when the big kids need help, who saves the day Sam, of course!

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A group of dogs that loves to dig has a fun-filled day of making mischief, in this easy-to-read story.

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Happiness is a day in the park for a pack of joyful canines. Their doggy day becomes even more wonderful when they discover a mother lode of bones! But when the bones magically arrange themselves as a T. rex, the dogs find themselves running once again, this time away from the giant skeleton.

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Once you start looking, you can find symmetry all around you. Symmetry is when one shape looks the same if you flip, slide, or turn it. Its in words and even letters. Its in both nature and man-made things. Notes and glossary are included, as well as activities that show kids how to make their own symmetrical masterpieces.

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An assortment of dozens of diverse and colorful examples from quilts to kites to cupcakes invites the reader to discover both line and rotational symmetry.

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Even in the same family there are differences. This thoughtful exploration of one of our most noticeable physical traits uses vibrant photographs of children and a short but astute text to inspire young children both to take notice and to look beyond the obvious. Full color.

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Youngsters can learn simple geometry with this playful but informative math concept book that takes the fear out of math and puts the fun back in. Includes easy, hands-on activities. Illustrations.

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In this companion to "Punctuation Takes a Vacation" and "Nouns and Verbs Have a Field Day," Mr. Wright's class is tired of silent letters. The students can't hear them. They make spelling too tricky. Should silent letters be banned forever Full color.

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Gibbons examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders.

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This story of Saint Patrick's life includes information on how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. Includes six legends about Saint Patrick. Full color.

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Discusses what stars are, why they twinkle, how constellations were named, how telescopes are used to study stars, and more.

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Thanksgiving is turkey, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and parades. Most of all, it is a time to share with family and friends, and a time to give thanks for many blessings. Full color.