Showing 1–34 of 34 titles
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Ada Lovelace, Poet of Science: The First Computer Programmer
This engaging biography introduces nineteenth-century scientist Ada Lovelace, who developed the first algorithm used by the world's early computers.- Nonfiction, Biography, Computer Science
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481452496
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Ada Twist, Scientist
Inquisitive Ada Twist is determined to identify a mysterious smell. Her mission includes some not-so-successful science experiments, supportive parents, and insatiable curiosity.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781419721373
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Before Morning
Through rhythmic text and scratchboard illustrations, readers follow a family from “the deep woolen dark” of night into a snowy morning, where all is made “slow and delightful and white.”- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780547979175
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Best Frints in the Whole Universe
Using their own unique language, space creatures Yelfred and Omek demonstrate that friendship troubles are universal.- Fiction, Science Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626721364
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The Cat Who Came in Off the Roof
A rollicking performance by Katherine Kellgren lets the listener enjoy the adventures of shy Mr. Tibble and the unusual Miss Minou.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780147521019
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Counting
Experience counting in the natural world with a variety of textures and shapes. Numbers and words are printed as text and Braille in this early learning board book.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781465436139
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Coyote Moon
Striving to feed her pups, a coyote hunts in the moonlight until dawn. This strikingly illustrated, nonfiction offering holds many facts and celebrates this skilled predator.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626720411
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Fabulous Frogs
Frogs of all sizes and colors, bearing a variety of unique characteristics, hop through this beautiful nonfiction picture book.- Nonfiction, Science, Animals
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763681005
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Go, Otto, Go!
Extremely simple text and humorous, energetic illustrations bring to life, with surprising emotional complexity, this tale of Otto the robot who is building a spaceship to take him home.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2017 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481467230
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Good Night Owl
When an unfamiliar noise prevents Owl from falling asleep, his desperate efforts to find its source escalate to comedic effect.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2017 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781484712757
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The Great Pet Escape
The class pets at Daisy P. Flugelhorn Elementary are on the loose! Second-grade classroom hamster GW has had enough and sets out to free his two best friends.- Fiction, Graphic Novels
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781627791069
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Groovy Joe: Ice Cream and Dinosaurs
Mixing narrative with song, Eric Litwin presents an engaging story of a dog who loves ice cream and learns to share with his dinosaur friends.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781338090291
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Horrible Bear!
When a kite goes astray, an accident and misunderstanding bring together two unlikely friends in a story about the power of forgiveness.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780316282833
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A Hungry Lion; or, A Dwindling Assortment of Animals
Why do a little calico kitten, a brown mouse, and a floppy-eared bunny disappear? Ask the hungry lion.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481448895
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The Infamous Ratsos
Two city dwelling rat brothers set out to prove just how tough they are. Yet their every attempt to cause havoc has unintended – and positive – outcomes. More experienced beginning readers will find delightful misadventures told with accessible text, varied sentence structure, and black and white highly humorous illustrations.- Fiction, Fantasy
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2017 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763676360
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Leave Me Alone!
In her endeavor to make sweaters for 30 curious grandchildren, a harried grandmother embarks on a quest for peace and quiet.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2017 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626724419
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Mama's Nightingale: A Story of Immigration and Separation
Robin Miles interprets this heartwarming immigration story in a simple, believable voice, that perfectly captures a tender mother-daughter relationship.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781501913761
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The Night Gardener
A dreary town comes to life through the efforts of a mysterious nocturnal gardener, whose fantastic topiaries amaze and empower a young boy.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481439787
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Old Dog Baby Baby
Simple text and watercolor illustrations capture the sweet relationship between a crawling baby and a lovable old dog as they play together on the kitchen floor.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596438538
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Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run! An Alphabet Caper
A mouse. A dog. And a ball. This clever romp carries beginning readers on an epic chase using common and decodable words and strong illustrative cues to move the action forward. -
Over the Ocean
Depicted through serene watercolor spreads, a young girl stands on a beach and imagines the world beyond the ocean.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2017 (Honor Title), Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781452145150
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A Piece of Home
In this compassionate immigration story, Hee Jun and his family slowly adjust to their new life in West Virginia after moving from Korea.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763669713
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Puddle
A mother and child draw a story of themselves and their dog walking in the rain. The child splashes in a puddle, but it's only a picture—until reality mirrors art.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780374316952
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Rudas: Niño's Horrendous Hermanitas
Wild adventures ensue when young luchador Niño is pitted against his little sisters, the lucha wrestling queens.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626722408
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School's First Day of School
In this charming account of first-day jitters, a brand new school building is the one wracked with nerves as the school year begins.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596439641
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Stick and Stone
Maxwell Glick's concise, expressive, and clear voice beautifully narrates this sweet and humorous tale of friends lost and found. Bonus song enhances the story experience.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780544032569
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Storms
Dion Graham combines excellent narration with dramatic sound effects to inform and engage early readers. Vivid photos, riddles, and quizzes enhance this read-along.- Literature, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781430121244
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Thunder Boy Jr.
Named after his father, Thunder Boy Jr. seeks a new name that's all his own and celebrates something cool that he has done.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780316013727
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We Are Growing! A Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie Like Reading! Book
The exuberance felt by a few blades of grass as they celebrate their individuality and quick growth is cut short in the face of an approaching lawn mower.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2017 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781484726358
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We Found a Hat
Two turtles unexpectedly explore the depths of their friendship and loyalty when they come across a good-looking hat without an owner.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763656003
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Weekends with Max and His Dad
On weekends, third-grader Max visits his dad's new apartment and begins to adjust to his parents' divorce.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780544598171
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When Andy Met Sandy
A story of gentle friendship begins when one child courageously asks another to play.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481441551
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Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?
Baby Lincoln goes on a “necessary journey,” taking the opportunity to explore, grow, and find herself. In the end she realizes that there is no place like home.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763673116
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Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?
In an installment of Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Lorna Raver narrates this story of Baby Lincoln's Necessary Journey, bringing Kate DiCamillo's inimitable style to life in an engaging way.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2017
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780553396126