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My life as an immigrant / Lewis, Leigh.

"Paola, an immigrant from El Salvador, shares her experiences of adjusting to life in the US, learning English, and making friends. Paola is real and so are her experiences. Learn about her life as an immigrant in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students"--

One whole hippopotamus : a book about parts and patterns / Higgins, Carter

From the creative mind behind the strikingly designed and highly lauded Circle Under Berry and Some of These Are Snails comes this deceptively simple concept book that explores colours, shapes, patterns, and fractions. Its imaginative language, rich with rhythm and playfulness, begs to be read aloud, while its thought-provoking design tickles the brain and shows young readers that even the most familiar things can be seen in infinitely new ways. As with the best classic children's books, you'll read it once, then again and again, and see something new every time.

Because of a bee / Sanna, Francesca

Bees play a vital role in the ecosystem of plants and animals that work together to grow food.

Halloween / Morais, Gus

Get ready for the ultimate haunted search-and-find adventure that will keep kids entertained for hours! Packed with vibrant, detailed illustrations, this playful book transforms Halloween into an unforgettable interactive experience for children and families alike. Each page features a bustling Halloween scene, complete with sneaky skeletons, creepy pumpkin patches, haunted houses, and more, all filled with your favourite Halloween characters. Are you up for the challenge? The hunt begins now!

Asian folktales for children : traditional tales from Japan, Korea, China, India, The Phillippines and other Asian lands / Romulo, Liana

"Every culture has its own unique favorites folktales, and discovering them offers a fun and meaningful way to learn about life in other parts of the world. Asian Folktales for Children brings together 7 delightful folktales from across Asia -- including Korea, Japan, India, the Philippines, Indonesia, China and Thailand. These stories have been passed down for generations from grandmothers and grandfathers to their grandchildren, sitting around the hearth or at bedtime-stories full of wonder, wisdom, and adventure. These timeless tales introduce young readers to brave animals, clever tricksters, magical brushes, and heartwarming lessons ... Perfect for reading aloud or independent reading, this beautifully illustrated multicultural collection sparks imagination and opens doors to cultures across Asia"--

If I were a plant / Stella, Gaia

Follow Lola on a beautifully illustrated journey to learn how humans and plants are at once different and similar. If Lola were a plant, she wouldn't be a dog, a cat, a mouse, a penguin, a gnat, or a hippopotamus, but she would still be alive and well. In If I Were a Plant, Lola discovers that plants are the most numerous living beings on the planet. She also finds out how they get their food without being able to move and how they breathe despite not having a mouth or nose, along with many other things she never thought a plant could do. A book for discovering unusual facts about plants and for looking at something you thought you knew with fresh eyes.

At the edge : curious creatures of planet Earth / Elliott, David

"Why does the axolotl salamander always seem to be smiling? Is it true that the wild goat known as a markhor is excellent at parkour? What happens when the peacock spider's dance, complete with its rumble-rumps, doesn't please the object of its affection? Providing a peek at everything from scaly pangolins to duck-billed platypuses, from the lemur known as an aye-aye to the perpetually grumpy (and adorable) black rain frog, David Elliott's poetic vignettes deliver a witty and informative take on some of the world's oddest animals. Brought to life in striking illustrations by collage artist Clover Robin, this roundup of unique creatures will delight animal lovers of all stripes"--

I am not boring : the true-life story of a log / Podesta, Lena.

"The funniest (and totally not boring) picture book that has ever existed about a log, full of scientific facts and delightfully silly storytelling"--

Life on us! : everything that lives on us or in us, but is not us! / Flannery, Tim F. (Tim Fridtjof)

"Our bodies are home to tens of thousands of species that aren't at all human -- on our skin, inside our gut and even in our brain, and they can have an extraordinary impact on how we feel, act and live. Many organisms are microscopic, but some are far longer than we are. Some make frequent but temporary visits, while others stay for a very long time! Get ready to learn all about our amazing microbiome and the trouble-making germs and parasites you won't like to host"--

Chomp! : our health and world in extraordinary fangs, tusks and teeth / Butt, Jeffrey K.

The ultimate book about teeth-from healthy habits to fascinating fangs! Humans have 32 adult teeth, but some animals have hundreds! And just like fingerprints, every person's teeth are completely unique. Each tooth has its own shape, job, and special features. Packed with surprising facts, as well as amazing animals, Chomp! will help kids value their dental health. They'll understand how to take care of their teeth every day -- all while having fun!

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