New Children's Books

Fiesta Babies - Carmen Tafolla
Babies enjoy the colorful fiesta with singing, dancing, hugs, and kisses.  Pura Belpre Illustrator Award Honor

Vincent van Gogh and the Colors of the Wind - Chiara Lossani
Inspired by letters that Vincent wrote to Theo, his closest friend and constant encourager, the text of Vincent van Gogh and the Colors of the Wind is vibrantly illustrated in a style that recalls the paintings of the artist himself. The book also includes fourteen reproductions of van Gogh's actual paintings. This lyrical story provides a thoughtful and fresh look at the life of one of the world's most famous artists.

Little Croc's Purse - Lizzie Finlay


When Little Croc and his friends find a purse filled with money, they must decide whether to spend the money or turn in the purse.

New Puppets

Wolf in Sheep's Clothing











Groundhog Hand Puppet








Brown Bear Hand Puppet










Frog Prince Puppet








Tadpole/Frog Reversible Hand Puppet






Rattlesnake Puppet






African Wildlife Finger Puppet Play Set






Cobra Hand Puppet









 
Zebra Stage Puppet

New Children's and Young Adult Books

How the Weather Works - Christiane Dorion
Tackling both normal and extreme scenarios, this is an entertaining and enlightening exploration of the world's weather. With bright, friendly illustrations, plus pop-ups, pull-tabs, and booklets, this interactive book stimulates learning and encourages children to think about how humans can influence the Earth's climate.

U.S. Military Deployment
Contains fourteen essays that examine issues associated with United States Military deployments, discussing the expansion of the US Military's presence throughout the world, whether US Military presence inspires resentment in occupied nations, the US Military intervention in the Middle East, and related topics.

You Just Can't Help It! - Jeff Szpirglas

Your guide to the wild and wacky world of human behavior.

New Holiday Books

My Valentine for Jesus - Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton
A child shares his love with his family, but saves his most special valentine for Jesus.

The Story of Valentine's Day - Nancy J. Skarmeas
Simple text explains the traditions of Valentine's Day and the story of the saint for whom it is named.



The Story of the Leprechaun - Katherine Tegen
A clever leprechaun who has amassed a pot of gold by making beautiful shoes for people decides to hide his money at the end of a rainbow, knowing that no one will find it there.

New Children's Books

Jesus: His Life in Verses from the King James Holy Bible - Gennady Spirin
Gennady Spirin created one original, spectacular oil painting to illustrate thirteen principal events in the life of Jesus. The painting has been lifted and reproduced to illustrate this book's Biblical text.

Mirror - Jeannie Baker
In Sydney, Australia, and in Morocco, two boys and their families have a day of shopping. Readers are invited to compare illustrations in two wordless stories that are intended to be read one from left to right and the other from right to left.

New YA Books

A Time of Miracles - Anne-LaureBondoux
In the early 1990s, a boy with a mysterious past and the woman who cares for him endure a five-year journey across the war-torn Caucasus and Europe, weathering hardships and welcoming unforgettable encounters with other refugees searching for a better life.  Mildred L. Batchelder Award

Death Cloud - Andrew Lane
 In 1868, with his army officer father suddenly posted to India, and his mother mysteriously "unwell," fourteen-year-old Sherlock Holmes is sent to stay with his eccentric uncle and aunt in their vast house in Hampshire, where he uncovers his first murder and a diabolical villain.

New Game

Operation Silly Skill Game
Players collect the most Funatomy parts by successfully "operating" on Cavity Sam. For 1 or more players, ages 6 and above.