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I Ain't Gonna Paint No More!
by Karen Beaumont
Published 2005 by Harcourt Children's Books
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780152024888
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With zippy text and zany illustrations, this book turns an infamous childhood activity into raucous storytime fun with the tale of a spirited child who, after being told not to paint the walls, paints himself instead. Full color. More...
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Riley and Rose in the Picture
by Susanna Gretz
Published 2005 by Candlewick Press (MA)
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780763626815
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In this quirky tale of dueling artists, Gretz humorously addresses the give-and-take of friendship and the creative power of self-expression. Full color. More...
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Storybook Art: Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of 100 Great Picture Book Illustrators
by MaryAnn F. Kohl
Published 2003 by Bright Ring Publishing
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9780935607031
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Children can enjoy their favorite storybook illustrators in a new way by imitating their art with the 100 engaging and simple art projects included in this celebration of children's book illustrators. Featured are famous and award-winning storybook illustrators from the 1930s to present--" More...
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I Spy Shapes in Art
by Lucy Micklethwait
Published 2004 by Greenwillow Books
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780060731939
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Micklethwait's innovative concept book invites readers to look at and for shapes in a whole new way while introducing younger generations to 14 masterpieces of art. Includes full-color reproductions of works by Henri Matisse, Georgia O'Keefe, and Winslow Homer. More...
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When the Library Lights Go Out
by Megan McDonald
Published 2009 by Atheneum Books
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9781416980285
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Rabbit, Lion, and Hermit Crab inhabit a library puppet box. Once it closes, the library is theirs. The copy machine casts an eerie light, children's name tags hang like bits of the solar system, and magic abounds. Full color. More...
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Stage Fright on a Summer Night
by Mary Pope Osborne
Published 2002 by Random House Books for Young Readers
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9780375806117
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Jacket Notes:
In the latest offering from the Magic Tree House series, Mary Pope Osborne treats readers to an inside look at one of her favorite subjects--the theater. Jack and Annie are whisked back to Elizabethan England where they meet the Bard of Avon himself, William Shakespeare, and luckily for them he is desperate for two small actors for his latest play! A wonderful adventure as well as the perfect introduction to Shakespeare for young readers. More...
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The Talented Clementine
by Sara Pennypacker
Published 2008 by Hyperion Books for Children
Paperback, English. ISBN: 9780786838714
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Winner or washout?
When it comes to tackling third grade, Clementine is at the top of her game-okay, so maybe not "all" the time. After her teacher announces that the third and fourth graders will be putting on a talent show, Clementine panics.... More...
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Berlioz the Bear
by Jan Brett
Published 1991 by Putnam Publishing Group
Hardcover, English. ISBN: 9780399222481
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Berlioz is baffled by the strange buzz coming from his double bass, but there's no time to investigate. He and his bear orchestra are due at the gala ball in the village square at eight. But on the way, their wagon gets stuck in a pothole! The solution of the mystery and their problem will delight children. Full color throughout. More...
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Junie B., First Grader: Shipwrecked
by Barbara Park
Published 2004 by Random House Books for Young Readers
Library Binding, English. ISBN: 9780375928048
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Ship Ahoy!
Room One is putting on a play. And guess what? It's about explorers looking for the New World! And there's ships and sea captains and everything! Plus here's the bestest news of all--Junie B. Jones thinks she might be the star of the whole entire production! Only, sailing the ocean blue is not as easy as it looks, apparently.... More...
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