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"The Full Belly Bowl"
"The Full Belly Bowl"
"What on earth is a full belly bowl?" the old man wonders -- but he soon finds out. No matter how much he eats from it, the bowl magically refills itself.
"What on earth is a full belly bowl?" the old man wonders -- but he soon finds out. No matter how much he eats from it, the bowl magically refills itself.
"Harry Houdini For Kids"
"Harry Houdini For Kids"
Harry Houdini was a magician and an escape artist who was known throughout the world for his remarkable escapes from handcuffs, chains, and other almost impossible situations.
Harry Houdini was a magician and an escape artist who was known throughout the world for his remarkable escapes from handcuffs, chains, and other almost impossible situations.
"The Pyramids of Egypt and the Giza Plateau"
"The Pyramids of Egypt and the Giza Plateau"
Pyramids still stand after several thousands of years which were built as tombs. Learn about the famous pyramids and their treasures.
Pyramids still stand after several thousands of years which were built as tombs. Learn about the famous pyramids and their treasures.
"King Tut and His Treasures for Kids"
"King Tut and His Treasures for Kids"
The boy, King Tut, lived a very short life. Discovered within his tomb were hundreds of valuable treasures that were covered with gold!
The boy, King Tut, lived a very short life. Discovered within his tomb were hundreds of valuable treasures that were covered with gold!
"Lost Cat"
"Lost Cat"
Slipper the cat is mistakenly left behind in the commotion when the lady she has always lived with moves in with her daughter's family. So, Slipper sets out to find someone new to adopt!
Slipper the cat is mistakenly left behind in the commotion when the lady she has always lived with moves in with her daughter's family. So, Slipper sets out to find someone new to adopt!
"Dick Whittington and His Cat"
"Dick Whittington and His Cat"
Dick Whittington was a poor orphan boy who set off to seek his fortune in London where he discovered the streets were not made of gold! His cat, Tom, controlled the rat problem in Dick's lodging and later helped him to acquire a fortune from the Moorish king when she helped controlled his rat problem!
Dick Whittington was a poor orphan boy who set off to seek his fortune in London where he discovered the streets were not made of gold! His cat, Tom, controlled the rat problem in Dick's lodging and later helped him to acquire a fortune from the Moorish king when she helped controlled his rat problem!
"Meteor!"
"Meteor!"
The meteor that crash lands in the middle of Grandma and Grandpa Gaw's yard sets off a chain of events that brings magic to the residents of Mudsock Meadow.
The meteor that crash lands in the middle of Grandma and Grandpa Gaw's yard sets off a chain of events that brings magic to the residents of Mudsock Meadow.
"The Raft"
"The Raft"
Nicky was angry over being sent away for the summer, but when he finds an abandoned raft, he begins to explore the shoreline and to draw the wild places and creatures he discovers.
Nicky was angry over being sent away for the summer, but when he finds an abandoned raft, he begins to explore the shoreline and to draw the wild places and creatures he discovers.
"The Great Kapok Tree"
"The Great Kapok Tree"
The many different animals living in the Brazilian rainforest try to convince a man not to chop down the great kapok tree.
The many different animals living in the Brazilian rainforest try to convince a man not to chop down the great kapok tree.
"How Georgie Radbourn Saved Baseball"
"How Georgie Radbourn Saved Baseball"
Because an angry dictator declared baseball illegal, spring no longer existed. Georgie Radbourn saved the once happy citizens from a life of endless ice, snow, factories, and drudgery by an act of heroism!
Because an angry dictator declared baseball illegal, spring no longer existed. Georgie Radbourn saved the once happy citizens from a life of endless ice, snow, factories, and drudgery by an act of heroism!
"Enemy Pie"
"Enemy Pie"
Dad had a secret recipe that was a surefire way to get rid of enemies and turn a best enemy into a best friend!
Dad had a secret recipe that was a surefire way to get rid of enemies and turn a best enemy into a best friend!
"Never Smile at a Monkey: And 17 Other Important Things to Remember"
"Never Smile at a Monkey: And 17 Other Important Things to Remember"
Some creatures have developed unusual ways of protecting themselves or catching prey. You'll find out what you should never do if you encounter one of these dangerous animals!
Some creatures have developed unusual ways of protecting themselves or catching prey. You'll find out what you should never do if you encounter one of these dangerous animals!
"Martina the Beautiful Cockroach"
"Martina the Beautiful Cockroach"
You will never look at a cockroach the same way again after you read this humorous story of a beautiful cockroach who is looking for a husband!
You will never look at a cockroach the same way again after you read this humorous story of a beautiful cockroach who is looking for a husband!
"The Wretched Stone"
"The Wretched Stone"
Why does the crew of the Rita Anne stop talking and walk the decks stooped over? Could it be a spell cast on the crew by a huge glowing rock taken aboard the ship the week before?? Can the captain of the ship save himself and the crew??
Why does the crew of the Rita Anne stop talking and walk the decks stooped over? Could it be a spell cast on the crew by a huge glowing rock taken aboard the ship the week before?? Can the captain of the ship save himself and the crew??
"Stellaluna"
"Stellaluna"
Separated from her mother before she is old enough to fly, Stellaluna learns the importance of friendship in humorous and touching ways.
Separated from her mother before she is old enough to fly, Stellaluna learns the importance of friendship in humorous and touching ways.
"Davy Crockett Saves the World"
"Davy Crockett Saves the World"
Davy Crockett stops the evil Halley's Comet from destroying the world, and wins the heart of Sally Sugartree in the process.
Davy Crockett stops the evil Halley's Comet from destroying the world, and wins the heart of Sally Sugartree in the process.
"Caps for Sale"
"Caps for Sale"
A peddler loses all of his caps when he finds that taking a nap in a field with monkeys present isn't such a good idea!
A peddler loses all of his caps when he finds that taking a nap in a field with monkeys present isn't such a good idea!
"The Memory Coat"
"The Memory Coat"
When cousins leave Russia for America, they worry about passing inspection at Ellis Island. Grisha refuses to replace his ragged coat before inspection, and the family became fearful they would be sent back to Russia. A special memory was attached to Grisha's coat.
When cousins leave Russia for America, they worry about passing inspection at Ellis Island. Grisha refuses to replace his ragged coat before inspection, and the family became fearful they would be sent back to Russia. A special memory was attached to Grisha's coat.
"Another Fine Mess"
"Another Fine Mess"
Fox is cleaning house in preparation for the visit of his Uncle Ferdinand. Unaware, he sweeps his trash into a hole, that leads to a hole, that leads to another hole...What a mess!!!
Fox is cleaning house in preparation for the visit of his Uncle Ferdinand. Unaware, he sweeps his trash into a hole, that leads to a hole, that leads to another hole...What a mess!!!
"Balloons Over Broadway"
"Balloons Over Broadway"
Who first invented the "upside-down" balloons that fill the skies for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Enjoy this biography of Tony Sarg, who invented giant helium balloon characters for this parade.
Who first invented the "upside-down" balloons that fill the skies for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Enjoy this biography of Tony Sarg, who invented giant helium balloon characters for this parade.
"What If... ?" (Monarch nominee)
"What If... ?" (Monarch nominee)
A girl is determined to express herself! If she can't draw her dreams, she'll build, carve or make a collage. And if everything around her is taken away, she'll sing, dance, and dream...
A girl is determined to express herself! If she can't draw her dreams, she'll build, carve or make a collage. And if everything around her is taken away, she'll sing, dance, and dream...
"Steamboat Annie and the Thousand-pound Catfish"
"Steamboat Annie and the Thousand-pound Catfish"
A thousand pound catfish? There's no such thing! Well, there is, and his name is Ernie.
A thousand pound catfish? There's no such thing! Well, there is, and his name is Ernie.
"Under My Hijab" (Monarch nominee)
"Under My Hijab" (Monarch nominee)
As a young girl observes that each of six women in her life wears her hijab and hair in a different way, she considers how to express her own style one day.
As a young girl observes that each of six women in her life wears her hijab and hair in a different way, she considers how to express her own style one day.
"Heat Wave"
"Heat Wave"
What happens when a heat wave descends on the family farm? Popping corn? Hiding flowers? Jumping cows churning butter? In this tall tale, a young girl from Kansas saves the day (and the farm) with a packet of...lettuce seeds!
What happens when a heat wave descends on the family farm? Popping corn? Hiding flowers? Jumping cows churning butter? In this tall tale, a young girl from Kansas saves the day (and the farm) with a packet of...lettuce seeds!
"The Undefeated" (Bluestem nominee)
"The Undefeated" (Bluestem nominee)
This story written as a poem highlights the trauma of slavery, the faith of the civil rights movement, and the perseverance and passion of some of the world's heroes. The author, Kwame Alexander, reads his story for the audience.
This story written as a poem highlights the trauma of slavery, the faith of the civil rights movement, and the perseverance and passion of some of the world's heroes. The author, Kwame Alexander, reads his story for the audience.
"The Paper Bag Princess"
"The Paper Bag Princess"
Elizabeth, a princess, outwits a dragon to rescue Ronald, the prince she intends to marry. But when she discovers that Ronald, who looks like a prince and acts like a bum, she decides not to marry him after all!
Elizabeth, a princess, outwits a dragon to rescue Ronald, the prince she intends to marry. But when she discovers that Ronald, who looks like a prince and acts like a bum, she decides not to marry him after all!
"Riptide"
"Riptide"
Riptide Windjammer was not a common name for a dog, but then Rip was not a common dog. When swimmers are in danger, Rip flies to the rescue!
Riptide Windjammer was not a common name for a dog, but then Rip was not a common dog. When swimmers are in danger, Rip flies to the rescue!
"Rosa"
"Rosa"
Fifty years after her refusal to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama, city bus, Mrs. Rosa Parks is still one of the most important figures in the American civil rights movement. This biography of Mrs. Parks celebrates her courageous action and the events that followed.
Fifty years after her refusal to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama, city bus, Mrs. Rosa Parks is still one of the most important figures in the American civil rights movement. This biography of Mrs. Parks celebrates her courageous action and the events that followed.
"What Is Chasing Duck?" (Monarch nominee)
"What Is Chasing Duck?" (Monarch nominee)
Duck's imagination gets the best of him when he asks his critter companions for help escaping a mysterious pursuer.
Duck's imagination gets the best of him when he asks his critter companions for help escaping a mysterious pursuer.
"Crossing Niagara"
"Crossing Niagara"
People came from everywhere when the Great Blondin announced his next death- defying feat: Walking the 1,100 foot, 3 inch wide, 160 feet high tightrope above the raging waters of the Niagara River! This is a thrilling biography of a man who performed never performed acts of tightrope bravery and daring!
People came from everywhere when the Great Blondin announced his next death- defying feat: Walking the 1,100 foot, 3 inch wide, 160 feet high tightrope above the raging waters of the Niagara River! This is a thrilling biography of a man who performed never performed acts of tightrope bravery and daring!
"Salt In His Shoes"
"Salt In His Shoes"
When Michael Jordan asked his mother what he could do to grow taller, she replied, "Put salt in your shoes and pray." Young Michael Jordan learned from his parents that the making of a champion - patience, determination and hard work - are more important than size when playing the game of basketball.
When Michael Jordan asked his mother what he could do to grow taller, she replied, "Put salt in your shoes and pray." Young Michael Jordan learned from his parents that the making of a champion - patience, determination and hard work - are more important than size when playing the game of basketball.
"The Widow's Broom"
"The Widow's Broom"
Some of Minna Shaw's neighbors don't trust her clever broom. "It's dangerous" they say. "It's a wicked, wicked thing." Minna disagrees. When two neighbor children get a well-deserved thrashing from the broom, her neighbors see this as proof of the broom's bad spirit. So...Minna agreed to give up her dear broom...OR...does she?
Some of Minna Shaw's neighbors don't trust her clever broom. "It's dangerous" they say. "It's a wicked, wicked thing." Minna disagrees. When two neighbor children get a well-deserved thrashing from the broom, her neighbors see this as proof of the broom's bad spirit. So...Minna agreed to give up her dear broom...OR...does she?
"The Story of Ruby Bridges"
"The Story of Ruby Bridges"
The story presents a moving picture that captures a young girl's amazing courage and faith, when as a six-year-old, she daily attends an all-white elementary school amid a storm of hatred and prejudice by angry protesters. She is escorted to and from first grade by federal marshals. With courage and dignity beyond her years, she becomes an important part of history.
The story presents a moving picture that captures a young girl's amazing courage and faith, when as a six-year-old, she daily attends an all-white elementary school amid a storm of hatred and prejudice by angry protesters. She is escorted to and from first grade by federal marshals. With courage and dignity beyond her years, she becomes an important part of history.
"The Wreck of the Zephyr"
"The Wreck of the Zephyr"
A boy's ambition to be the greatest sailor in the world brings him to ruin when he misuses his new ability to sail his boat in the air.
A boy's ambition to be the greatest sailor in the world brings him to ruin when he misuses his new ability to sail his boat in the air.
"Dreamers" (Monarch nominee)
"Dreamers" (Monarch nominee)
Dreamers is a story of immigrants finding their way in a new place. It reminds us that we are all dreamers, bringing out strengths wherever we may go.
Dreamers is a story of immigrants finding their way in a new place. It reminds us that we are all dreamers, bringing out strengths wherever we may go.
"The Good Egg" (Monarch nominee)
"The Good Egg" (Monarch nominee)
Meet the good egg. He's a verrrry good egg, but trying to be so good is hard when the other eggs in the dozen misbehave.
Meet the good egg. He's a verrrry good egg, but trying to be so good is hard when the other eggs in the dozen misbehave.
"Jumanji"
"Jumanji"
When Peter and Judy find a new game, little did they know they were jumping into an exciting and weird adventure.
When Peter and Judy find a new game, little did they know they were jumping into an exciting and weird adventure.
"Odd Boy Out"
"Odd Boy Out"
Albert Einstein's strange childhood included his brilliant ability to solve puzzles and other problems. His ideas changed the way we know and understand the world and our place in the universe.
Albert Einstein's strange childhood included his brilliant ability to solve puzzles and other problems. His ideas changed the way we know and understand the world and our place in the universe.
"Just a Dream"
"Just a Dream"
A young boy who is environmentally indifferent has a revealing dream
A young boy who is environmentally indifferent has a revealing dream
"Let the Children March" (Monarch nominee)
"Let the Children March" (Monarch nominee)
Under the leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., children and teenagers march against segregation in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963.
Under the leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., children and teenagers march against segregation in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963.
"Two Bad Ants"
"Two Bad Ants"
A terrific story about the consequences of disobeying reminds us all that the comforts of home aren't so bad after all.
A terrific story about the consequences of disobeying reminds us all that the comforts of home aren't so bad after all.
"Drawn Together" - Monarch nominee read by the author
"Drawn Together" - Monarch nominee read by the author
A boy and his grandfather cross a language and cultural barrier using their shared love of art, storytelling, and fantasy.
A boy and his grandfather cross a language and cultural barrier using their shared love of art, storytelling, and fantasy.
"Olive the Other Reindeer"
"Olive the Other Reindeer"
A little dog named Olive who thinks she is a reindeer goes off to the North Pole to help Santa and the reindeer at Christmas.
A little dog named Olive who thinks she is a reindeer goes off to the North Pole to help Santa and the reindeer at Christmas.
"The Polar Express"
"The Polar Express"
The conductor invites him to board the Polar Express, a train filled with children on their way to the North Pole. The train takes the children to the center of the city, where Santa and the elves have gathered for the giving of the first gift of Christmas.
The conductor invites him to board the Polar Express, a train filled with children on their way to the North Pole. The train takes the children to the center of the city, where Santa and the elves have gathered for the giving of the first gift of Christmas.
"Cute as an Axolotl" - Monarch nominee
"Cute as an Axolotl" - Monarch nominee
Cute is for feathery-gilled axolotls (pronounced: ax-uh-LOT-ulz), shy pygmy hippos, poisonous blue dragons, and armored pangolins. All of these animals are cute, but they've also adapted remarkable ways to survive in their unique environment
Cute is for feathery-gilled axolotls (pronounced: ax-uh-LOT-ulz), shy pygmy hippos, poisonous blue dragons, and armored pangolins. All of these animals are cute, but they've also adapted remarkable ways to survive in their unique environment
Students: It is recommended to check out and read the actual book before taking the AR quiz. There are a couple questions not covered in this video version.
Students: It is recommended to check out and read the actual book before taking the AR quiz. There are a couple questions not covered in this video version.
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens (adapted version)
"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens (adapted version)
A miser learns the true meaning of Christmas when three ghostly visitors review his past and foretell his future.
A miser learns the true meaning of Christmas when three ghostly visitors review his past and foretell his future.
"Emma's Christmas" by Irene Trivas
"Emma's Christmas" by Irene Trivas
A farm girl is courted by a prince who presents her with gifts of the twelve days of Christmas, finally winning her and moving to the farm.
A farm girl is courted by a prince who presents her with gifts of the twelve days of Christmas, finally winning her and moving to the farm.
"Planting Stories" By Denise Anika Aldamuy - Monarch nominee
"Planting Stories" By Denise Anika Aldamuy - Monarch nominee
Presents a lyrical story about the famous Puerto Rican librarian who changed the world.
Presents a lyrical story about the famous Puerto Rican librarian who changed the world.
"An Angel for Soloman Singer"
"An Angel for Soloman Singer"
A poor, friendless man wanders the streets of New York City, missing the rural life he led growing up and wishing for beauty and meaning in his life. Things begin to change for Solomon Singer when he finds a special café “where dreams come true.”
A poor, friendless man wanders the streets of New York City, missing the rural life he led growing up and wishing for beauty and meaning in his life. Things begin to change for Solomon Singer when he finds a special café “where dreams come true.”
"King & Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats" - Monarch Nominee
"King & Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats" - Monarch Nominee
King's human, Kayla, has baked some treats for a friend's new puppy, Thor. When some go missing, it is up to King to find the culprit.
King's human, Kayla, has baked some treats for a friend's new puppy, Thor. When some go missing, it is up to King to find the culprit.
"How Santa Got His Job"
"How Santa Got His Job"
Have you ever wondered what Santa did before he was Santa?
Have you ever wondered what Santa did before he was Santa?
When Santa was young and needed a job, no one was looking for a man in a red suit to deliver gifts on Christmas. So Santa tried just about everything.
When Santa was young and needed a job, no one was looking for a man in a red suit to deliver gifts on Christmas. So Santa tried just about everything.
"An Outlaw Thanksgiving"
"An Outlaw Thanksgiving"
Mother Maher and Clara, while traveling cross country to meet husband and father for Thanksgiving, are stranded by a huge snowstorm incapacitating the train and presenting severe danger for the passengers through freezing temperatures. They are rescued by friends of a good samaritan, a "Mr. Jones", also a passenger on the train, and are delivered to a Brown's Hole, Utah ranch. Clara has a sneaking suspicion that the fun-loving "old cowhands" hosting the Thanksgiving feast have other identities. Why? She saw a WANTED poster in the train station.
Mother Maher and Clara, while traveling cross country to meet husband and father for Thanksgiving, are stranded by a huge snowstorm incapacitating the train and presenting severe danger for the passengers through freezing temperatures. They are rescued by friends of a good samaritan, a "Mr. Jones", also a passenger on the train, and are delivered to a Brown's Hole, Utah ranch. Clara has a sneaking suspicion that the fun-loving "old cowhands" hosting the Thanksgiving feast have other identities. Why? She saw a WANTED poster in the train station.
"Thank you, Omu" - Monarch nominee
"Thank you, Omu" - Monarch nominee
Omu (grandmother) offers a portion of her meal to any and all who request it. But...has she left nothing for herself through her generosity? Who will act to support her unselfishness?
Omu (grandmother) offers a portion of her meal to any and all who request it. But...has she left nothing for herself through her generosity? Who will act to support her unselfishness?
"My Papi Has a Motorcycle" - Monarch nominee
"My Papi Has a Motorcycle" - Monarch nominee
When Daisy Ramona zooms around her neighborhood with her Papi on his motorcycle, she sees the people and places she's always known.
When Daisy Ramona zooms around her neighborhood with her Papi on his motorcycle, she sees the people and places she's always known.
"The Rough Face Girl"
"The Rough Face Girl"
A disfigured Algonquin girl tries to win the heart of a mysterious being who lives by the lake near her village. The powerful Invisible Being is looking for a wife, and all the girls in the village vie for his affections.
A disfigured Algonquin girl tries to win the heart of a mysterious being who lives by the lake near her village. The powerful Invisible Being is looking for a wife, and all the girls in the village vie for his affections.
"If Sharks Disappeared" - Monarch nominee
"If Sharks Disappeared" - Monarch nominee
If Sharks Disappeared is a nonfiction title examining the question of why sharks are necessary to our world. Often, sharks are destroyed because having fewer of them in the ocean will, some think, keep the ocean safe. BUT...the opposite is true. The world needs sharks!
If Sharks Disappeared is a nonfiction title examining the question of why sharks are necessary to our world. Often, sharks are destroyed because having fewer of them in the ocean will, some think, keep the ocean safe. BUT...the opposite is true. The world needs sharks!
"Titanicat"
"Titanicat"
Titanicat, follows the storyline of the devastation of the Titanic on her maiden journey across the North Atlantic. However, ocean going vessels during that era always had a cat on board which was given no name, just the ship's assigned number during construction. A superstition. The Titanic (and the cat's) number is 4-0-1. The cabin boy, Jim Mulholland, encounters difficulty locating Cat
Titanicat, follows the storyline of the devastation of the Titanic on her maiden journey across the North Atlantic. However, ocean going vessels during that era always had a cat on board which was given no name, just the ship's assigned number during construction. A superstition. The Titanic (and the cat's) number is 4-0-1. The cabin boy, Jim Mulholland, encounters difficulty locating Cat
4-0-1 as the ship is pulling out of port. And...you all know the fate of the Titanic, but what about Cat 4-0-1?
4-0-1 as the ship is pulling out of port. And...you all know the fate of the Titanic, but what about Cat 4-0-1?
"The Tailypo"
"The Tailypo"
A strange varmint haunts the woodsman who lopped off its tail.
A strange varmint haunts the woodsman who lopped off its tail.
"The Sun is Kind of a Big Deal" - Monarch nominee
"The Sun is Kind of a Big Deal" - Monarch nominee
This funny and factual picture book explains every part of the Sun's big job: keeping our solar system together, giving Earth day and night, keeping us warm, and more. In fact, the Sun does so much for us that we wouldn't be alive without it. That's kind of a big deal.
This funny and factual picture book explains every part of the Sun's big job: keeping our solar system together, giving Earth day and night, keeping us warm, and more. In fact, the Sun does so much for us that we wouldn't be alive without it. That's kind of a big deal.
"A Creepy Pair of Underwear"
"A Creepy Pair of Underwear"
Jasper Rabbit is NOT a little bunny anymore. He’s not afraid of the dark, and he’s definitely not afraid of something as silly as underwear. But when the lights go out, suddenly his new big rabbit underwear glows in the dark.. If Jasper didn’t know any better he’d say his undies were a little, well, creepy. After trying everything to get rid of them, they keep coming back!
Jasper Rabbit is NOT a little bunny anymore. He’s not afraid of the dark, and he’s definitely not afraid of something as silly as underwear. But when the lights go out, suddenly his new big rabbit underwear glows in the dark.. If Jasper didn’t know any better he’d say his undies were a little, well, creepy. After trying everything to get rid of them, they keep coming back!
"Otis and Will Discover the Deep" - Bluestem nominee
"Otis and Will Discover the Deep" - Bluestem nominee
A biographical account of engineer Otis Barton and naturalist Will Beebe's record-setting descent into the deep ocean in their Bathysphere craft, making the men the first humans to witness deep sea creatures in their natural habitat.
A biographical account of engineer Otis Barton and naturalist Will Beebe's record-setting descent into the deep ocean in their Bathysphere craft, making the men the first humans to witness deep sea creatures in their natural habitat.
"The Biggest Pumpkin Ever"
"The Biggest Pumpkin Ever"
Once there were two mice who fell in love with the same pumpkin....
Once there were two mice who fell in love with the same pumpkin....
Desmond the field mouse wants to carve the biggest jack-o'-lantern in the neighborhood with his pumpkin. Clayton the house mouse wants to win the Biggest Pumpkin contest with his. But when they discover that their choice pumpkins are actually the same one....
Desmond the field mouse wants to carve the biggest jack-o'-lantern in the neighborhood with his pumpkin. Clayton the house mouse wants to win the Biggest Pumpkin contest with his. But when they discover that their choice pumpkins are actually the same one....
"Curiosity: The Story of a Mars Rover" (Monarch nominee)
"Curiosity: The Story of a Mars Rover" (Monarch nominee)
An illustrated nonfiction book about the search for life on Mars told from the unique perspective of NASA's Mars rover Curiosity.
An illustrated nonfiction book about the search for life on Mars told from the unique perspective of NASA's Mars rover Curiosity.
"Can I Be Your Dog?" - Monarch nominee
"Can I Be Your Dog?" - Monarch nominee
A dog looking for a home sends letters to prospective owners on Butternut Street, with surprising results.
A dog looking for a home sends letters to prospective owners on Butternut Street, with surprising results.
"Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code" - Bluestem nominee
"Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code" - Bluestem nominee
As a boy, Chester Nez was taught his native language and culture were useless, but he was later called on to use his Navajo language to help create an unbreakable military code during WWII.
As a boy, Chester Nez was taught his native language and culture were useless, but he was later called on to use his Navajo language to help create an unbreakable military code during WWII.
"Be Kind"(Monarch nominee)
"Be Kind"(Monarch nominee)
A thoughtful picture book illustrating the power of small acts of kindness.
A thoughtful picture book illustrating the power of small acts of kindness.
"Sergeant Reckless: the True Story of the Little Horse who Became a Hero"
"Sergeant Reckless: the True Story of the Little Horse who Became a Hero"
(Bluestem nominee)
(Bluestem nominee)
Relates the true story of a brave little mare who marched into battle numerous times with the U.S. Marines she supported throughout the Korean War.
Relates the true story of a brave little mare who marched into battle numerous times with the U.S. Marines she supported throughout the Korean War.
"Douglas, You're a Genius - Monarch nominee (Monroe Center)
"Douglas, You're a Genius - Monarch nominee (Monroe Center)
Nancy and Douglas, determined to learn what is on the other side of a fence, try Nancy's plans to launch, vault, and fly Douglas over, then succeed with Douglas's simple idea.
Nancy and Douglas, determined to learn what is on the other side of a fence, try Nancy's plans to launch, vault, and fly Douglas over, then succeed with Douglas's simple idea.
"I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark" (Monroe Center)
"I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark" (Monroe Center)
Traces the achievements of the celebrated Supreme Court justice through the lens of her many famous acts of civil disagreement against inequality, unfair treatment, and human rights injustice.
Traces the achievements of the celebrated Supreme Court justice through the lens of her many famous acts of civil disagreement against inequality, unfair treatment, and human rights injustice.
"Read Aloud" part starts at 1 min. 50 sec. and ends at 20 min. 10 sec.
"Read Aloud" part starts at 1 min. 50 sec. and ends at 20 min. 10 sec.