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view | Mr. Popper's Penguins An unexpected crate delivered to his house from the Antarctic changes the life of Mr. Popper, a gentle house painter who is obsessed with penguins. This jolly read-aloud will delight your family! Mr. Popper gets into one adventure after another in order to please his penguins . . . even to the point of letting them live in his refrigerator and ice skate in his basement! If you are looking for something deliciously humorous and full of tomfoolery, escape into Mr. Popper's reality. A Newbery Honor book, for ages 8 to 12 years. Paperback, 139 pages.
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view | Charlie and the Chocolate Factory 43% OffFrolicking fun awaits in this captivating story of a visit to the marvelous Wonka Chocolate Factory! A delightful read-aloud, and also a subtle commentary on bad behavior and its unfortunate results! I couldn't help but moralize a bit to my children. A thoroughly enjoyable fantasy! Paperback, 176 pages, for ages 9 to 12 years.
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view | Madeline Enjoy the beloved, rhyming story of the little French girl, who is small but spirited! Find out how the little scar comes to be on Madeline's tummy. A children's classic for over 65 years! Paperback, 64 pages for ages 3 to 10 years.
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view | Countdown 33% OffWhat does an American boy headed for space as an astronaut and an African boy of the Masaai tribe have in common? The same as all of us inhabitants of planet earth! This suspenseful adventure contrasts two very different worlds to help us realize that we share this world with other children of God and have more in common than we have differences. A thought-provoking fiction adventure that we thoroughly enjoyed! Paperback, 248 pages for ages 9 to 13 years.
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view | Dover Classics I am delighted to find these unabridged original versions of classic children's books at such an economical price! Build your family library!
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view | Stuart Little From the author of Charlotte's Web comes the charming story of Stuart, a small mouse from New York City. Born into a family of humans, Stuart is always ready for adventure. A classic story that delights children ages 8 and up. Paperback, original quaint black and white illustrations, 131 pages.
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view | Trumpet of the Swan Are you looking for a charming, light-hearted read for the whole family? This book is one of our family favorites! Louis is a trumpeter swan, but unhappily, he can't make a single toot with his long and beautiful beak. And since he can't trumpet, he can't attract the love of his life. An innocent and delicious-to-read book that will make you smile as Louis deals with his handicap in a confident and productive way. A delight! Paperback, 272 pages. Ages 9 and up.
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view | Wind in the Willows Affectionate, charming portrait of the English countryside chronicles the adventures of its whimsical inhabitants, including shy but curious Mole, personable Rat, pleasure-seeking Toad of Toad Hall, and Badger, the reclusive philosopher. A favorite for read aloud for younger children. Individual reading level 9 to 12 years. Paperback, 176 pages.
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view | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz After a terrible cyclone, Dorothy finds herself lost in a strange and magical world. The only way to get home is to visit the Emerald City, where she may be able to ask the Great Wizard of Oz for help. Will Dorothy ever reach Oz? And what will she find when she gets there? For pre-teen to young adults. Paperback, unabridged.
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view | The Giver In a world with no poverty, no crime, no sickness and no unemployment, and where every family is happy, 12-year-old Jonas is chosen to be the community's "Receiver of Memories". Discovering the disturbing truth about his utopian world, he struggles against the weight of its hypocrisy. A glimpse into a future world in which the government controls everything, even memories and emotion. You won't forget this book! Paperback and unabridged, 208 pages.
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