by Jan Brett
The Mitten: A Ukrainian Folktale
Published 1989 by Putnam Publishing Group
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Brett creates a dramatic picture book with the story of Nicki, a young boy who has lost a mitten in the snow and the animals who try to make a home of it.

by Eric Carle
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Published 1981 by Philomel Books
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"This very hungry caterpillar literally eats his way through the pages of the book--and right into your child's heart."--"Mother's Manual." "Gorgeously illustrated, brilliantly innovative."--"The New York Times Book Review." Full color.

by Beverly Cleary
The Mouse and the Motorcycle
Published 1980 by Yearling Books
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by Kate DiCamillo
Because of Winn-Dixie
Published 2005 by Candlewick Press (MA)
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Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni describes her first summer in the town of Naomi, Florida, and all the good things that happen to her because of her big ugly dog, Winn-Dixie. This celebrated Newbery Honor Book is now a motion picture from 20th Century Fox, starring Jeff Daniels, Eva Marie Saint, and AnnaSophia Robb.

by Kate DiCamillo
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Published 2003 by Candlewick Press (MA)
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From the author of "Because of Winn-Dixie" comes a fairy tale full of quirky, unforgettable characters, told with DiCamillo's trademark humor and heartbreaking poignancy.

by Lois Ehlert
Feathers for Lunch
Published 1990 by Harcourt Children's Books
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Ehlert is renowned for her exceptionally beautiful and educational concept books for young children. Now she takes readers on an irresistible birdwatching adventure, introducing 12 common birds and showing how to identify each one. Full-color illustrations.

by Denise Fleming
In the Small, Small Pond
Published 1998 by Henry Holt & Company
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Denise Fleming's Caldecott Honor book gives young readers a frog's-eye view of life in a pond throughout the seasons. Full-color illustrations.

by Deborah Guarino
Is Your Mama a Llama? (Bkshelf)
Published 2004 by Scholastic Paperbacks
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The bestselling classic is now a board book edition. With humorous rhymes, six lovable animals help Lloyd the llama discover what kind of animal his mama is. Full color.

by Helme Heine
The Most Wonderful Egg in the World
Published 1987 by Aladdin Paperbacks
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by Steve Jenkins
Actual Size
Published 2004 by Houghton Mifflin Company
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In this visually stunning book, seeing is believing as Jenkins illustrates animals both large and small at their actual size.

by Steven Kellogg
Pinkerton, Behave!
Published 2002 by Dial Books for Young Readers
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by Leo Lionni
An Extraordinary Egg
Published 1994 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
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by Arnold Lobel
Frog and Toad Are Friends
Published 1970 by HarperCollins Publishers
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One summer day Toad was unhappy. He had lost the white, four-holed, big, round, thick button from his jacket. Who helped him look for it? His best friend, Frog. Another day, Frog was unhappy. He was sick in bed and looking green. Who gave him some tea and told him a story? His best friend, Toad.From the first enchanting story to the last, these five adventures of two best friends are packed with excitement, gaiety, and tender affection. Children will find this book delightful to read and beautiful to look at, either story by story, or from cover to cover.

by James Marshall
George and Martha
Published 1988 by Houghton Mifflin Company
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by Bill, Jr. Martin
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Published 1992 by Henry Holt & Company
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A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck all parade across the pages of this delightful book. Combined with Martin's sing-song text, Carle's boldly colored collages create unforgettable images of these endearing animals. Full color.

by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
Shiloh
Published 1991 by Atheneum Books
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The 1992 Newbery Medal was awarded to Shiloh, as well as 25 state children's choice awards. "A moving and powerful look at the best and the worst of human nature as well as the shades of gray that color most of life's dilemmas".--Booklist starred review.

by Jane Leslie Conly
Racso and the Rats of NIMH
Published 1986 by HarperCollins Publishers
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‘ Racso, a brash and boastful little rodent, is making his way to Thorn Valley, determined to learn how to read and write and become a hero. His bragging and lies get him off to a bad start, but a crisis gives him the opportunity to prove his mettle. A worthy successor [to Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH, a Newbery Medal winner by the author's father].' 'BL.

1986 Children's Editors' Choices (BL)

Children's Choices for 1987 (IRA/CBC)

Notable 1986 Childrens' Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)

1986 Children's Books (NY Public Library)

Best Science Fiction/Fantasy 1986 (VOYA)

by Wilson Rawls
Where/Red Fern Grows
Published 1992 by Delacorte Press Books for Young Readers
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by Judy Sierra
Counting Crocodiles
Published 1997 by Gulliver Books
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All monkey has to eat on her little island are sour lemons. One day she spies a banana tree on a faraway island, but the only way to get to it is to navigate the crocodile-infested waters of the Sillabobble Sea. That's no problem when you're a brave and devious monkey who knows how to count to ten and back! Full color.

by E. B. White
Charlotte's Web
Published 1999 by HarperCollins Publishers
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For the first time ever, this treasured classic is available in lavish new collector's edition. In addition to a larger trim size, the original black-and-white art by Garth Williams has been lovingly colorized by renowned illustrator Rosemary Wells.