New Children's Books

Dinotrux - Chris Gall
Millions of years ago, the prehistoric ancestors of today's trucks, such as garbageadon, dozeratops, and craneosaurus, roamed the Earth until they rusted out and became extinct.

The Lion's Share - Matthew McElligott
Ant is honored to receive an invitation to lion's annual dinner party, but is shocked when the other guests behave rudely and then accuse her of thinking only of herself.

A Whiff of Pine, a Hint of Skunk - Deborah Ruddell
An illustrated collection of whimsical poems about life in the forest through the seasons.

You Are the First Kid on Mars - Patrick O'Brien
As we look back to the beginnings of the space race, 2009 is also the year for looking forward to humankind's next step toward the stars. In the spirit of books that once imagined colonies on the moon, Patrick O'Brien has created a unique look at your first trip to Mars.

Boo to You! - Lois Ehlert
When the neighborhood cat tries to crash the mice's harvest party, the mice have a plan to scare the intruder away.

Going, Going, Gone! and Other Silly Dilly Sports Songs - Alan Katz
Provides new, sports-themed lyrics to well-known songs, including "On Top of the Bleachers" and "When Jimmy Gets in the Batter's Box."

Sneaky Weasel - Hannah Shaw
Although he's had a lot of fun doing sneaky and devilish things to all his friends for his own amusement, Sneaky Weasel learns a hard lesson about friendship and respect when he throws a party for himself and no one shows up.

Raining Cats and Dogs - Will Moses
For anyone who's ever wondered how a groom can get cold feet when he's wearing shoes and socks, or how a person can be in a pickle when pickles are so small, or how butterflies could possibly get into your stomach, Will Moses has the answers. Using his trademark folkart style along with plenty of mischief and humor, Will Moses sheds some light on these often puzzling phrases, educating young readers while entertaining them in high style.

Pastry School in Paris: An Adventure in Capacity - Cindy Neuschwander
Twins Bibi and Matt learn about different liquid measurements when they go to Les Jumelles Coccinelle International Pastry Academy while on a trip to Paris with their parents and dog.




Pippo the Fool - Tracey E. Fern
In fifteenth-century Florence, Italy, a contest is held to design a magnificent dome for the town's cathedral, but when Pippo the Fool claims he will win the contest, everyone laughs at him. Based on a true story.

Ducks Don't Wear Socks - John Nedwidek
Emily, a serious girl, meets a duck who helps her see the more humorous side of life.

Red Sings from Treetops - Joyce Sidman
The names of colors are woven into unrhymed poems that celebrate the seasons.