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<title><![CDATA[Fall 2008 Children's Indie Next List]]></title>

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<title><![CDATA[Hit the Road, Manny: A Manny Files Novel]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Hilarious! Kids will love this road-trip story's jokes and goofy situations. Parents will appreciate its portrait of a busy modern clan that showcases two very important truths: no one bugs you like family, but no one else makes you laugh as hard. A great book for a family read-aloud on or off the road." -- Mark David Bradshaw, Watermark Books, Wichita, KS]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Hit the Road, Manny: A Manny Files Novel]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Christian Burch]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Atheneum]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781416928126]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Hilarious! Kids will love this road-trip story's jokes and goofy situations. Parents will appreciate its portrait of a busy modern clan that showcases two very important truths: no one bugs you like family, but no one else makes you laugh as hard. A great book for a family read-aloud on or off the road.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Mark David Bradshaw, Watermark Books, Wichita, KS]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Hansel and Gretel]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["The story of Hansel and Gretel needed a good dusting-off, and Rylant does so in fine style while keeping the story's comfortable fairy-tale character. Without changing the story, she explains the stepmother's motivation and offers gentle life lessons. Corace's illustrations perfectly match Rylant's tone, somewhere north of Rackham and south of Sendak." -- Eric Robbins, Apple Valley Books, Winthrop, ME]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Hansel and Gretel]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Cynthia Rylant, Jen Corace (illlus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Hyperion]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781423111863]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[The story of Hansel and Gretel needed a good dusting-off, and Rylant does so in fine style while keeping the story's comfortable fairy-tale character. Without changing the story, she explains the stepmother's motivation and offers gentle life lessons. Corace's illustrations perfectly match Rylant's tone, somewhere north of Rackham and south of Sendak.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Eric Robbins, Apple Valley Books, Winthrop, ME]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[The Hinky-Pink: An Old Tale]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Alas, Anabel is a wonderful seamstress relegated to socks and mending. Opportunity knocks when Princess Isabella Caramella Gorgonzola needs a new ball gown in a week. Anabel gets the job, but the hinky-pink won't let Anabel get any sleep at night! Silly, charming, and wonderfully illustrated." -- Margaret Brennan Neville, The King's English, Salt Lake City, UT]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[The Hinky-Pink: An Old Tale]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Megan McDonald, Brian Floca (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Atheneum/Richard Jackson Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780689875885]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Alas, Anabel is a wonderful seamstress relegated to socks and mending. Opportunity knocks when Princess Isabella Caramella Gorgonzola needs a new ball gown in a week. Anabel gets the job, but the hinky-pink won't let Anabel get any sleep at night! Silly, charming, and wonderfully illustrated.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Margaret Brennan Neville, The King's English, Salt Lake City, UT]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<xcbl:UnitPriceValue><![CDATA[16.99]]></xcbl:UnitPriceValue>
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<title><![CDATA[Toy Dance Party]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["This has all the charm and delight of a really good picture book, with many more pages to love. Jenkins' characters are endearing, their voices distinct and sincere. Everything about this book is accessible, from the art, to the design, to the characters, to the writing." -- Sarah Todd, Children's Book World, Haverford, PA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Toy Dance Party]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emily Jenkins, Paul Zalinsky (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Schwartz & Wade]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780375839351]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[This has all the charm and delight of a really good picture book, with many more pages to love. Jenkins' characters are endearing, their voices distinct and sincere. Everything about this book is accessible, from the art, to the design, to the characters, to the writing.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Sarah Todd, Children's Book World, Haverford, PA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<xcbl:UnitPriceValue><![CDATA[16.99]]></xcbl:UnitPriceValue>
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<title><![CDATA[Gully's Travels]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Gulliver the Lhasa Apso's lap-of-luxury life in Manhattan comes to an end when his master falls in love with someone who is allergic to long-haired dogs. Gully plots to escape from his new home (with the doorman's family in Queens), but, several adventures later, he finally realizes the true meaning of home. This read-aloud chapter book will be a favorite of the season." -- Margaret Brennan Neville, The King's English, Salt Lake City, UT]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Gully's Travels]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Tor Seidler, Brock Cole (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Michael Di Capua Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780545025065]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Gulliver the Lhasa Apso's lap-of-luxury life in Manhattan comes to an end when his master falls in love with someone who is allergic to long-haired dogs. Gully plots to escape from his new home (with the doorman's family in Queens), but, several adventures later, he finally realizes the true meaning of home. This read-aloud chapter book will be a favorite of the season.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Margaret Brennan Neville, The King's English, Salt Lake City, UT]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[The Doghouse]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["What will Cow, Pig, Duck, and Mouse do when their kickball goes into the dreaded doghouse? They nominate each other to go in and get it! The expressions on the animals' faces alone are well worth the price of the book." -- Teresa Huggins, Blue Elephant Book Shop Inc., Decatur, GA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[The Doghouse]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jan Thomas]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Harcourt]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780152065331]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[What will Cow, Pig, Duck, and Mouse do when their kickball goes into the dreaded doghouse? They nominate each other to go in and get it! The expressions on the animals' faces alone are well worth the price of the book.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Teresa Huggins, Blue Elephant Book Shop Inc., Decatur, GA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Monkey World: An A to Z of Occupations]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["With the same simple-yet-lovely art that made Count the Birdies and ABC such winning board books, Monkey World adds fantastic rhyming words to the merriment. Parents will not get bored by this one, even after hundreds of readings!" -- Suzanne Perry, The Secret Garden, Seattle, WA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Monkey World: An A to Z of Occupations]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Matthew Porter]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Simply Read Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781894965958]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[With the same simple-yet-lovely art that made Count the Birdies and ABC such winning board books, Monkey World adds fantastic rhyming words to the merriment. Parents will not get bored by this one, even after hundreds of readings!]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Suzanne Perry, The Secret Garden, Seattle, WA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Old Bear]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Old Bear falls asleep and dreams of the seasons. The changing color palette of the delightful illustrations mimic the seasons, making this a visual treat for young eyes." -- Lisa Fabiano, Wellesley Booksmith, Wellesley, MA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Old Bear]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kevin Henkes]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Greenwillow]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780061552052]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Old Bear falls asleep and dreams of the seasons. The changing color palette of the delightful illustrations mimic the seasons, making this a visual treat for young eyes.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Lisa Fabiano, Wellesley Booksmith, Wellesley, MA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Bad Kitty Gets a Bath]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["As every cat owner knows, giving kitty a bath generally isn't a problem, right? This wildly funny illustrated chapter book will have readers of all ages rolling with laughter! Bruel details his steps for giving his beloved Kitty a proper bath -- if only Kitty can be found! Includes cat-sound interpretations and a glossary every cat-lover will appreciate." -- Tish Gayle, The Blue Marble Bookstore, Fort Thomas, KY]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Bad Kitty Gets a Bath]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Nick Bruel]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Roaring Brook Press]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781596433410]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[As every cat owner knows, giving kitty a bath generally isn't a problem, right? This wildly funny illustrated chapter book will have readers of all ages rolling with laughter! Bruel details his steps for giving his beloved Kitty a proper bath -- if only Kitty can be found! Includes cat-sound interpretations and a glossary every cat-lover will appreciate.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Tish Gayle, The Blue Marble Bookstore, Fort Thomas, KY]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<xcbl:UnitPriceValue><![CDATA[13.95]]></xcbl:UnitPriceValue>
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<title><![CDATA[Baby Dragon]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["A charming story of love and trust between a baby dragon and his mother. Left on his own overnight, Baby Dragon has adventures as he waits for his mother's return. The illustrations let readers see dangers before Baby Dragon does as he interacts with the creatures around him." -- Betsy Groen, The Blue Marble Bookstore, Fort Thomas, KY]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Baby Dragon]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Amy Ehrlich, Will Hillenbrand (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Candlewick]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780763628406]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[A charming story of love and trust between a baby dragon and his mother. Left on his own overnight, Baby Dragon has adventures as he waits for his mother's return. The illustrations let readers see dangers before Baby Dragon does as he interacts with the creatures around him.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Betsy Groen, The Blue Marble Bookstore, Fort Thomas, KY]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Bad Rats]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Young rats meet with a teacher-rat who will teach them to be good, not bad. Why are they bad? Because they're artists, and have been told anything that distracts from survival is dangerous, and therefore bad. The youngsters help their teacher relearn how to appreciate life's beauty. A lovely book with an inspiring message." -- Ann Burlingham, Burlingham Books, Perry, NY]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Bad Rats]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Eric Drachman, James Muscarello (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Kidwick Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780970380944]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Young rats meet with a teacher-rat who will teach them to be good, not bad. Why are they bad? Because they're artists, and have been told anything that distracts from survival is dangerous, and therefore bad. The youngsters help their teacher relearn how to appreciate life's beauty. A lovely book with an inspiring message.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Ann Burlingham, Burlingham Books, Perry, NY]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Nurk: The Strange, Surprising Adventures of a (Somewhat) Brave Shrew]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Nurk has mixed feelings about adventure, but he's the grandson of the swashbuckling long-lost Surka, whose diary entries fill him with pride and give him a drop of courage. Off he goes in a converted snail shell, and the quest is on. Vernon's writing is a charming balance of probable emotions in improbable circumstances, twinkling alliteration, and 100 other flashes of fun." -- Carol B. Chittenden, Eight Cousins, Falmouth, MA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Nurk: The Strange, Surprising Adventures of a (Somewhat) Brave Shrew]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ursula Vernon]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Harcourt Children's Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780152063757]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Nurk has mixed feelings about adventure, but he's the grandson of the swashbuckling long-lost Surka, whose diary entries fill him with pride and give him a drop of courage. Off he goes in a converted snail shell, and the quest is on. Vernon's writing is a charming balance of probable emotions in improbable circumstances, twinkling alliteration, and 100 other flashes of fun.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Carol B. Chittenden, Eight Cousins, Falmouth, MA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<xcbl:UnitPriceValue><![CDATA[15.00]]></xcbl:UnitPriceValue>
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<title><![CDATA[M is for Mischief: An A to Z of Naughty Children]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["This is a very funny book, more poetry and humor than an alphabet book. Ashman writes about 26 delightfully naughty children, from Angry Abby to Zany Zelda, with perfectly paired illustrations by Carpenter. Young readers are sure to laugh as each character gets a well-chosen comeuppance." -- Leslie Reiner, Inkwell Bookstore, Falmouth, MA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[M is for Mischief: An A to Z of Naughty Children]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Ashman, Nancy Carpenter (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Dutton Juvenile]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780525475644]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[This is a very funny book, more poetry and humor than an alphabet book. Ashman writes about 26 delightfully naughty children, from Angry Abby to Zany Zelda, with perfectly paired illustrations by Carpenter. Young readers are sure to laugh as each character gets a well-chosen comeuppance.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Leslie Reiner, Inkwell Bookstore, Falmouth, MA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[The Black Book of Colors]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["How do you describe colors to someone who can't see them? Maybe 'green tastes like lemon ice cream and smells like grass that's just been cut.' This dual volume is written in English and Braille, with embossed pictures. An innovative book with a well-presented premise." -- Dorothy Dickerson, Books & More, Albion, MI]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[The Black Book of Colors]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Menena Cottin, Rosana Faria]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Groundwood Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780888998736]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[How do you describe colors to someone who can't see them? Maybe 'green tastes like lemon ice cream and smells like grass that's just been cut.' This dual volume is written in English and Braille, with embossed pictures. An innovative book with a well-presented premise.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Dorothy Dickerson, Books & More, Albion, MI]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[The Retired Kid]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["It's hard work, being a kid, so Brian decides to retire: no more school, violin lessons, soccer practice, or babysitting his little sister. He moves to the Happy Sunset Retirement Community in Florida and, at first, things are pretty cool. But after awhile he decides maybe his 'job' wasn't so bad after all. A seriously funny look at the challenges (and rewards) of being a kid." -- Marilyn, Book Ends, Winchester, MA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[The Retired Kid]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jon Agee]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Hyperion Books for Children]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781423103141]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[It's hard work, being a kid, so Brian decides to retire: no more school, violin lessons, soccer practice, or babysitting his little sister. He moves to the Happy Sunset Retirement Community in Florida and, at first, things are pretty cool. But after awhile he decides maybe his 'job' wasn't so bad after all. A seriously funny look at the challenges (and rewards) of being a kid.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Marilyn, Book Ends, Winchester, MA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Beware Of The Frog]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Mrs. Collywobbles lives on the edge of a big, dark, scary forest. In said forest, terrible creatures live, many of whom wish for nothing more than to dine on elderly women. But they never seem to pay attention to the sign that reads, 'Beware of the Frog.' And so goes this boldly illustrated, playfully narrated tale; dear reader, please beware of the twist ending." -- Grant, DIESEL, A Bookstore, Oakland, CA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Beware Of The Frog]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[William Bee]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Candlewick]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780763639204]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Mrs. Collywobbles lives on the edge of a big, dark, scary forest. In said forest, terrible creatures live, many of whom wish for nothing more than to dine on elderly women. But they never seem to pay attention to the sign that reads, 'Beware of the Frog.' And so goes this boldly illustrated, playfully narrated tale; dear reader, please beware of the twist ending.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Grant, DIESEL, A Bookstore, Oakland, CA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Jake Starts School]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["The first day of school finds Jake a nervous wreck. As they were in the prequel, Jake Stays Awake, his parents are the picture of sainthood as they work through his 'problem' with him. Wright captures the most common of scenes from such inspired angles, with amusing details to spare." -- Suzanne Perry, The Secret Garden, Seattle, WA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Jake Starts School]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Wright]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Feiwel & Friends]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780312367985]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[The first day of school finds Jake a nervous wreck. As they were in the prequel, Jake Stays Awake, his parents are the picture of sainthood as they work through his 'problem' with him. Wright captures the most common of scenes from such inspired angles, with amusing details to spare.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Suzanne Perry, The Secret Garden, Seattle, WA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Horse]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["I'm not interested in horses, but I love this book. The story is simple, following one little foal as he grows into a horse as the seasons pass. The spare, eloquent language is perfect, and Rinaldi's double-page oil paintings are amazing. I've been handing this book to anyone who tells me they're having a bad day. A few minutes later, they thank me and say they're feeling better." -- Heather Lyon, Lyon Books and Learning Center, Chico, CA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Horse]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Malachy Doyle, Angelo Rinaldi (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Margaret K. McElderry]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781416924678]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[I'm not interested in horses, but I love this book. The story is simple, following one little foal as he grows into a horse as the seasons pass. The spare, eloquent language is perfect, and Rinaldi's double-page oil paintings are amazing. I've been handing this book to anyone who tells me they're having a bad day. A few minutes later, they thank me and say they're feeling better.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Heather Lyon, Lyon Books and Learning Center, Chico, CA]]></dc:contributor>

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<title><![CDATA[Titanicat]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Every ship has a cat for good luck, and the Titanic was no exception. This is a true story about Titanicat and how she saved a young lad's life. The soft, gorgeous illustrations and gentle history lesson combine to educate and entertain readers of all ages." -- Joanne Doggart, Where the Sidewalk Ends, Chatham, MA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Titanicat]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marty Crisp, Robert Papp (illus.)]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Sleeping Bear Press]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9781585363551]]></dc:identifier>

<dc:description><![CDATA[Every ship has a cat for good luck, and the Titanic was no exception. This is a true story about Titanicat and how she saved a young lad's life. The soft, gorgeous illustrations and gentle history lesson combine to educate and entertain readers of all ages.]]></dc:description>

<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Joanne Doggart, Where the Sidewalk Ends, Chatham, MA]]></dc:contributor>

<bsbl:rank><![CDATA[33]]></bsbl:rank>

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<title><![CDATA[Tadpole Rex]]></title>

<description><![CDATA["Contrary to popular belief, it is not easy to write very well in rhyme. Here, now, is a triumph, a joy. Just try to keep from reading Tadpole Rex aloud -- it's impossible. The language is creative and expressive, the rhymes unexpected, the illustrations exceptional. And best of all, it's just a silly story about a frog who thinks he's a T. rex." -- Anna Minard, University Book Store, Seattle, WA]]></description>

<dc:title><![CDATA[Tadpole Rex]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kurt Cyrus]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Harcourt]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780152059903]]></dc:identifier>

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<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Anna Minard, University Book Store, Seattle, WA]]></dc:contributor>

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<dc:title><![CDATA[The Rabbit And The Turtle]]></dc:title>

<dc:creator><![CDATA[Eric Carle]]></dc:creator>

<dc:publisher><![CDATA[Orchard Books]]></dc:publisher>

<dc:identifier><![CDATA[9780545005418]]></dc:identifier>

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<dc:contributor><![CDATA[Isabel Berg, Book Ends, Winchester, MA]]></dc:contributor>

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