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Last updated April 15th, 2008
This unique online bibliography features anticipated bestsellers, either recently published or forthcoming, published by CBC member publishers. Hot Off the Press listings include title, author, illustrator, a brief summary (supplied by the publisher), grade level range, ISBN, price, publisher, and publication date. Best of all, you will find out about these books here before you can find them on bookstore shelves.
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Animals are Sleeping
by Suzanne Slade
illustrated by Gary R. Phillips
Just how do animals sleep in the wild? Some animals sleep standing up, others even sleep while swimming or flying! The short, lyrical text provides fascinating information, such as location, position, and duration of sleep of animals living in different habitats. The satisfying conclusion will have children reaching for this book again and again at naptime, bedtime, or any time of day to learn about animals.
Grade level: PreK-1
ISBN: 978-1-934359-10-5
Price: $16.95 (hc); $8.95 (pb)
Sylvan Dell Publishing |
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The Best Nest
by Doris L. Mueller
illustrated by Sherry Neidigh
Long ago, when the world was young, the magpies nests were the envy of all other birds. To help the other birds, Maggie Magpie patiently explained how to build a nest. But some birds were impatient and flew off without listening to all the directions which is why, to this day, birds nests come in all different shapes and sizes. This clever retelling of an old English folktale features birds native to the US and teaches the importance of careful listening.
Grade level: K-2
ISBN: 978-1-934359-09-9
Price: $16.95 (hc), $8.95 (pb)
Sylvan Dell Publishing |
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Buffalo Music
by Tracey E. Fern
illustrated by Lauren Castillo
A tough-as-nails pioneer helps save the buffalo from extinction in the late 1800s by forming a captive herd.
ISBN: 9780618723416
Price: $16.00
Clarion Books |
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Elliot's Park
by Patrick Carman
Elliot and his friends are on a mission to rescue Mister Nibbles, one stuffed squirrel seen in the confines of the house across the street from their park. No matter that Mr. Nibbles is stuffed - squirrels are not supposed to live indoors!
Grade level: 7-10
ISBN: 0-545-01930-3
Price: $12.99
Orchard Books |
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Elvis and Olive
by Stephanie Watson
Natalie Wallis thought she'd be spending the summer riding her bike around aimlessly - but that was before she met her quirky new neighbor, Annie Beckett. Before lone Annie is revealing the hiding place under her porch, the details of her mother's death, and the dead birds in her pocket. "A satisfying friendship story with drama and humor in fine balance." - Kirkus Reviews.
Grade level: 9-12
ISBN: 0-545-03183-4
Price: $15.99
Scholastic Press |
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Fearless
by Elvira Woodruff
"Life for Digory, 11, and Cubby, 9, is hard on the Cornwall coast in the late 1600s. After hearing that their father's ship has been lost, they are sent by their aunt to Plymouth 100 miles away to discover if [he] survived....[The story] provides a glimpse, through the young brothers, of harshness of life for the common people during this period...and the action is nonstop." - School Library Journal
Grade level: 9-12
ISBN: 0-439-67703-3
Price: $16.99
Scholastic Press |
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Garmann's Summer
written and illustrated by Stian Hole
This unique, award-winning picture book delves into the mind of a young boy who is afraid of starting school.
Grade level: K-2
ISBN: 9780802853394
Price: $17.50
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
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Go, Go America
written and illustrated by Dan Yaccarino
What state holds the international Rotten Sneaker Contest? What state is it illegal to enter with a chicken on your head? To find the answers to these questions and hundreds more, just hitch a ride with the fabulous Farley family as they travel state to state to fins far-out festivals, kooky contests, and ludicrous laws.
Grade level: 7-10
ISBN: 0-439-70338-7
Price: $17.99
Scholastic Press |
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Harriet Dancing
by Ruth Louise Symes
illustrated by Caroline Jayne Church
When Harriet discovers hundreds of butterflies dancing in the sun, she gleefully joins in. But butterflies will only dance with other butterflies. If they feel that way- that's ok! Harriet will dance with her friends Rabbit, Frog, and Ivor the hedgehog!
Grade level: 3-5
ISBN: 0-545-03204-0
Price: $16.99
Chicken House |
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I Wish I was Tall Like Willie/
Quisiera ser tan alto como Willie
by Kathryn Heling and Deborah Hembrook
illustrated by Bonnie Adamson
Boys will be boys, but just what will they do to be just like the other. Best friends Manuel and Willie want to be just like each other. The I Wish series celebrate the unique things that make us all individuals. Both boys grow to appreciate their own uniqueness. The friendship is brought to life in illustrator Bonnie Adamson's soft watercolor depiction. Full text in English and repeated again in Spanish. Also available in paperback. Companion book to I Wish I was Strong Like Manuel.
Grade level: K-3
ISBN: 978-0-9794462-0-7
Price: $16.95
Raven Tree Press |
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I, Vivaldi
by Janice Shefelman
illustrated by Tom Shefelman
In this dynamic picture-book biography, told as if by Vivaldi himself, the famous musician's energetic personality and steadfast dedication to music come alive.
Grade level: 2-5
ISBN: 9780802853189
Price: $18.00
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers |
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She Touched the World:
Laura Bridgman, Deaf-Blind Pioneer
by Sally Hobart Alexander and Robert Alexander
Fifty years before Helen Keller, there was Laura Bridgman.
Grade level: K-3
ISBN: 9780618852994
Price: $18.00
Clarion Books |
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There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Shell
by Lucille Colandro
illustrated by Jared Lee
With rollicking, rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version of a classic song will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page. And there's a surprise ending! A wonderful companion to Colandro and Lee's other Old Lady books.
Grade level: PreK-3
ISBN: 0-439-87380-0
Price: $5.99
Cartwheel Books |
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David Eckstein and the St. Louis Cardinals: 2006 World Series
by Michael Sandler
The St. Louis Cardinals had only won 83 games all season. No one thought they could win the 2006 World Series. No one, that is, but Cardinals shortstop David Eckstein! At 5' 7", David may not be the tallest player in the major leagues, but he is one of the best leadoff hitters around. Could he lead his team to victory? Engaging narrative text and action photos will enthrall readers as they cheer on David and the Cardinals. David Eckstein and the St. Louis Cardinals is part of Bearport's World Series Superstars series.
Grade level: K-5
ISBN: 978-1-59716-636-2
Price: $16.96
Bearport Publishing |
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Manny Ramirez and the Boston Red Sox: 2004 World Series
by Michael Sandler
Would the Boston Red Sox finally win a World Series? It had been 86 years since the team's last championship, and some fans even thought the team was cursed! In 2004, however, something was different-they had the talented Manny Ramirez. Could Manny's powerful swing lead the Red Sox to a long-awaited victory? Exciting play-by-play narratives and action photos will enthrall readers as they cheer on Manny and the Red Sox. Manny Ramirez and the Boston Red Sox is part of Bearport's World Series Superstars series.
Grade level: K-5
ISBN: 978-1-59716-628-7
Price: $16.96
Bearport Publishing |
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