WINNIE-THE-POOH by A. A. Milne

Winnie-the-Pooh tells the sweet and awfully silly tales of Christopher Robin’s animal friends. Readers already familiar with adaptations of A. A. Milne’s classic will certainly enjoy and be pleased with the original as they follow Pooh Bear on his adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood. The audio book narrated by Jim Broadbent is very good and would make an excellent listen on family car trips. This book is best suited for children grades 3+ and can be found with the audio version in the Juvenile section under J MIL and C J MIL.

Submitted by Ms. Kristina

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THE CITY OF EMBER by Jeanne DuPrau

Designed over two hundred years ago as refuge for the human race to survive, the city of Ember was built underground. However, the city’s powered lights, food, and other precious resources have begun to collapse. Lina and her friend, Doon, like the rest of Ember’s citizens have no idea that they live in an underground city. Yet when they find an old message that may hold the key to keeping Ember’s lights from going out entirely, they risk everything to go into the unknown and save themselves, their families, and the city they love. The City of Ember is a fascinating tale that jumpstarts an excellent series for readers grades 3-7. It can be found in the Juvenile section under J DUP.

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THE LINE by Terri Hall

In Rachel’s time the United States is a controlling, overpowering, and difficult place to live. The country has sealed itself from enemies using an invisible, yet impenetrable, border that citizens fear. However, when Rachel receives a message from someone across the Line, all of her doubts about her country and the rumors about the people across the Line urge her to break rules and go against everything she knows. While The Line takes place in a futuristic world with a post-apocalypse area outside its borders, there is nothing horrifying or scary in the book. This story is entirely appropriate for juvenile readers in grades 4+ and can be found in the Juvenile Fiction section under J HAL.

Submitted by Ms. Kristina

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A HAT FOR MINERVA LOUISE by Janet Morgan Stoeko

If you haven't already, you really need to make friends with Minerva Louise! This enterprising hen learns lots of stuff and in A Hat for Minerva Louise, she tries to stay warm in the snowy weather. She tries on a scarf (really a watering hose), shoes (actually a pair of work gloves) and several items that definitely are NOT good hats! She finally finds just the thing to keep her head and her tail warm. Check out A Hat for Minerva Louise (and other Minerva Louise books) at E STO and find out what makes the perfect hat for Minerva Louise. Stay warm yourself laughing at this hilarious hen.

Submitted by Ms. Melanie

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THE SEVEN SILLY EATERS by Ann Hoberman

The Seven Silly Eaters by Ann Hoberman is the story of Mrs. Peters and her seven little picky eaters. Being a loving mother Mrs. Peters cooks each child their favorite food. As the children grow so do their appetites, but only for their own special dish. Wearily Mrs. Peters picks, peels, strains, scrapes, poaches, fries, and kneads to meet the growing demand. It isn't until Mrs. Peters birthday arrives that a present from her children solves the problem and surprises everyone. This picture book is a great read aloud and can be found in the easy section under E HOB.

by Ms Judy Griggs

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THE WIMPY KID MOVIE DIARY: HOW GREG HEFFLEY WENT TO HOLLY WOOD by Jeff Kinney

Fans of Jeff Kinney’s Wimpy Kid series and its movie will enjoy The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary. It allows readers to go on a behind-the-scenes journey of the making of both the Wimpy Kid movie and the creation of the book series. Kinney details the making of a book to a movie from inception to completion and includes original photographs, sketches, and designs to supplement his text. The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary is an enjoyable and interesting read for children in grades 3+ and it can be found in the Juvenile Non-Fiction section under J 791.437 KIN.


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OF THEE I SING: A LETTER TO MY DAUGHTERS by Barack Obama

Written before he became president, this newly published children's book by Barack Obama is in the form of a sweet and optimistic letter addressed to his daughters Malia and Sasha. As he counts down all the attributes that he sees in his girls, he provides an example from American history that illustrates that same trait - thirteen in all, representing a good mix of men and women, professions, ethnicities and races. The point is that just as these famous Americans used their talents and skills to contribute to our country's culture and advancement, young people should identify and nurture their own talents and skills as well. The illustrations are richly detailed and the back of the book contains a bit of extra information on all the historical figures. Parents can use the book to talk about their own children's special qualities and even brainstorm other iconic figures that have similar traits. Find this selection in the picture book section of your library at E OBA.

Submitted by Ms. Susan

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