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Book reviews for for beginning readers

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  • Lottie shows what's fun about the library in vibrant sequel.

     
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    By Angela Johnson
    (Book, 2013)
  • Fun trading-places story of girl who can't wait to grow up.

     
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    By Teresa E. Harris
    (Book, 2012)
  • Smart, savvy civics lesson served with lots of laughs.

     
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    By Nick Bruel
    (Book, 2012)
  • A spunky girl explores the wonders of her everyday world.

     
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    By Angela Johnson
    (Book, 2011)
  • Twins embrace individuality in funny book for new readers.
     
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    By Grace Lin
    (Book, 2011)
  • Name-calling and mud-throwing ends in friendship lesson.
     
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    By Geoffrey Hayes
    (Book, 2010)
  • A sweet celebration of the best thing life has to offer.
     
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    By Pat Mora
    (Book, 2010)
  • Mouse’s bad day makes a relatable, engaging easy reader.
     
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    By Kate McMullan
    (Book, 2010)
  • Fun, fast tale will lure in reluctant readers.

     
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    By Tedd Arnold
    (Book, 2010)
  • This sweet story celebrates the joys of imagination with laugh-out-loud illustrations and easy-to-read text.

     
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    By David Catrow
    (Book, 2009)
  • Exploring the outdoors, with a Fancy Nancy twist.
     
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    By Jane O'Connor
    (Book, 2009)
  • Goofy adventure and side-splitting humor for new readers.
     
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    By Jamie Michalak
    (Book, 2009)
  • Tender comedy is great for beginning readers.
     
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    By Mo Willems
    (Book, 2008)
  • Little Critter inspires with his eco-enthusiasm.
     
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    By Mercer Mayer
    (Book, 2008)
  • A great choice to keep new readers in the saddle.
     
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    By Hadley Higginson
    (Book, 2007)
  • Silly, loveable dragon story for new readers.
     
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    By Dav Pilkey
    (Book, 2007)
  • A sure hit with kids starting chapter books.

     
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    By Annie Barrows
    (Book, 2007)
  • Piggie will fly in this spunky read-aloud.

     
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    By Mo Willems
    (Book, 2007)
  • 1939 Newbery honor is both tender and funny.
     
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    By Richard Atwater, Florence Atwater
    (Book, 2007)
  • Seuss Award winner is great fun for early readers.
     
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    By Laura McGee Kvasnosky
    (Book, 2007)
  • Movie retread will only interest Cars fans.
     
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    By Apple Jordan
    (Book, 2006)
  • Dr. Seuss' haywire illustrations fuel this book.
     
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    By Dr. Seuss
    (Book, 2004)
  • Short, simple, and playful stories.
     
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    By Steven MacDonald
    (Book, 2004)
  • Steig's trademark language play is in full swing.
     
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    By William Steig
    (Book, 2004)
  • A vibrant and direct Seuss title.
     
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    By Dr. Seuss
    (Book, 2003)