Gitty and Kvetch
Gitty and Kvetch

Author: Caroline Kusin Pritchard

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 1534478272

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In this hilariously sweet story about an opposites-attract friendship, chock-full of Yiddish humor, a girl and her best bird friend’s perfect day turns into a perfect opportunity to see things differently. Gitty and her feathered-friend Kvetch couldn’t be more different: Gitty always sees the bright side of life, while her curmudgeonly friend Kvetch is always complaining and, well, kvetching about the trouble they get into. One perfect day, Gitty ropes Kvetch into shlepping off on a new adventure to their perfect purple treehouse. Even when Kvetch sees signs of impending doom everywhere, Gitty finds silver linings and holds onto her super special surprise reason for completing their mission. But when her perfect plan goes awry, oy vey, suddenly it’s Gitty who’s down in the dumps. Can Kvetch come out of his funk to lift Gitty’s spirits back up?

Before I Leave
Before I Leave

Author: Jessixa Bagley

Publisher: Roaring Brook Press

Published: 2016-02-16

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 1626727015

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How do you say goodbye to your best friend? When a little hedgehog's family tells her they're moving far away, she and her anteater best friend decide to play one last time, like nothing is changing. And though it's hard, they discover that while some things have to change, the most important things find a way of working out.

Recipe for Disaster
Recipe for Disaster

Author: Aimee Lucido

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 357

ISBN-13: 0358387167

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In this heartfelt middle school drama, Hannah's schemes for throwing her own bat mitzvah unleash family secrets, create rivalries with best friends, and ultimately teach Hannah what being Jewish is all about. With a delicious mix of prose, poetry, and recipes, this hybrid novel is another fresh, thoughtful, and accessible Versify novel that is cookin’. - New York Times Best-Selling Author Kwame Alexander Hannah Malfa-Adler is Jew . . . ish. Not that she really thinks about it. She'd prefer to focus on her favorite pastime: baking delicious food! But when her best friend has a beyond-awesome Bat Mitzvah, Hannah starts to feel a little envious ...and a little left out. Despite her parents firm no, Hannah knows that if she can learn enough about her own faith, she can convince her friends that the party is still in motion. As the secrets mount, a few are bound to explode. When they do, Hannah learns that being Jewish isn't about having a big party and a fancy dress and a first kiss -- it's about actually being Jewish. Most importantly, Hannah realizes that the only person's permission she needs to be Jewish, is her own.

Sweater Weather
Sweater Weather

Author: Cam Higgins

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2022-08-30

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1665905964

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In this charming ninth book of the Good Dog series, Bo gets ready for sweater weather! The wind is crisp, and the leaves are starting to change color on the Davis farm. The squirrels are busier which means change is coming. And Bo’s puppy dog senses are telling him that sweater weather season is near! With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Good Dog chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

The Bear in My Family
The Bear in My Family

Author: Maya Tatsukawa

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-03-10

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 052555582X

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An overbearing older sibling can really be a bear, but the child in this understated, gently humorous story finds out that they can have their advantages, too. "I live with a bear," the story's young narrator declares. The bear is loud, messy, uncouth, and very strong (too strong!). For some reason, his parents treat the bear like family, despite his protests. Why can't they see? Then he runs into some bullies on the playground. When the bear ROOAARS with all her might and scares them away, he realizes that there are advantages to having a bear in the family. In a delightful twist, the narrator's older sister (the bear) appears, telling him that she is NOT a bear. But if she is, HE is too--because two bears are even better than one!

Driving My Tractor
Driving My Tractor

Author: Jan Dobbins

Publisher: Barefoot Books

Published: 2018-09-01

Total Pages: 35

ISBN-13: 1782854754

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Chug along with a farmer and his tractor on this multi-season animal adventure! A busy farmer picks up fifteen animals along his route, but when his trailer hits a stone, chaos ensues. This colorful book combines simple counting instruction with humor, repetition and rhythm to encourage learning fun. Book with CD edition includes song sung by acclaimed children’s performer SteveSongs.

Little Boo
Little Boo

Author: Stephen Wunderli

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2014-08-12

Total Pages: 37

ISBN-13: 0805097082

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The leaves fall, the wind blows, and one little pumpkin seed tries and tries to be scary. But he doesn't scare anyone . . . not the snowflakes in winter, not the bees in spring, not even the watering can The wind tells him to be patient--he'll be scary soon enough. But waiting is hard. Will the little seed ever be really, truly scary? This simple story is more than a fun Halloween read--it is a heartwarming tale perfect for any child who can't wait to grow up.

The Hero Two Doors Down: Based on the True Story of Friendship between a Boy and a Baseball Legend
The Hero Two Doors Down: Based on the True Story of Friendship between a Boy and a Baseball Legend

Author: Sharon Robinson

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-01-26

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 0545804531

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Based on the true story of a boy in Brooklyn who became neighbors and friends with his hero, Jackie Robinson. Stephen Satlow is an eight-year-old boy living in Brooklyn, New York, which means he only cares about one thing-the Dodgers. Steve and his father spend hours reading the sports pages and listening to games on the radio. Aside from an occasional run-in with his teacher, life is pretty simple for Steve. But then Steve hears a rumor that an African American family is moving to his all-Jewish neighborhood. It's 1948 and some of his neighbors are against it. Steve knows this is wrong. His hero, Jackie Robinson, broke the color barrier in baseball the year before. Then it happens--Steve's new neighbor is none other than Jackie Robinson! Steve is beyond excited about living two doors down from the Robinson family. He can't wait to meet Jackie. This is going to be the best baseball season yet! How many kids ever get to become friends with their hero?

Brand-New Bubbe
Brand-New Bubbe

Author: Sarah Aronson

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2022-08-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1623542499

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Jillian isn't so sure she needs a third grandma now that her stepdad is joining the family, but can her brand-new Bubbe win her over? When Jillian joins Bubbe for some mom-mandated matzo ball soup making, she realizes she has room in her heart (and stomach!) for one more grandmother. But how can she convince Noni and Gram she still loves them just as much? A super soup celebration, of course! Chaos in the kitchen leads to matzo ball soup, spicy gazpacho, meatball soup, and a trio of grandmas united in their love for their family. Complete with all three soup recipes, Brand-New Bubbe captures the warmth of blended family and honors the joys of cooking with the ones you love.

Her Seven Brothers
Her Seven Brothers

Author: Paul Goble

Publisher: Perfection Learning

Published: 1993-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780780729902

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A young Cheyenne girl renowned for her seamstress skills lives contentedly with her seven brothers--until an Indian chief wants her for himself. The brothers and sister escape to the star prairies, where they form the big dipper in this Plains Indian legend. "Like the stars it celebrates, the whole book scintillates".--The Horn Book. Full color.