Showing 301–350 of 578 titles
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Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride
In “Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride,” Mr. Watson's pig, the “porcine wonder,” finally gets behind the wheel of a 1959 pink convertible. Van Dusen's gouache illustrations add a retro appearance to DiCamillo's superb dialogue-filled, 14-chapter story.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2007 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763623326
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Mice Twice
Cat is very hungry and wants a nice tender mouse to eat, so he invites Mouse to dinner. Things escalate until even Lion and Crocodile are involved. It is Wasp who settles things in this funny tale that is enhanced through whimsical drawings.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1981 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9781435204768
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Mikis and the Donkey
Mikis' simple, quiet life on the Greek island of Corfu is upended when his grandfather surprises him by buying a donkey. During the following year, Mikis' adventures with the donkey show the village what it means to care for one another.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2015 (Medal Winner)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780802854308
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Minn of the Mississippi
Over a twenty-five-year period a snapping turtle makes her way from the source of the Mississippi to the Delta. Along the way she encounters a variety of adventures, lays eggs as she grows older, and introduces readers to the varied people, places, and wildlife along the river.- Fiction, Animals, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1952 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780395175781
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Miracles on Maple Hill
When her father finally returns from being a prisoner of war, Marley's family decides to try to make a new beginning on a beautiful farm in Pennsylvania. During their first year there, they marvel at the miracle of the sap rising in the maple trees and the changes in each other.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1957 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780152545581
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Mirandy and Brother Wind
A sparkling, energetic Mirandy vows to dance with the wind at her first cakewalk— but to do that, she must catch it first. Lush, expansive illustrations of the rural South capture the vigor and imagination of the story.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1989 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780394987651
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Mirette on the High Wire
Emily Arnold McCully's vivid impressionistic watercolors bring nineteenth-century Paris to life with the story of Mirette, a spirited, risk-taking little girl. Mirette enables the former high-wire star Bellini to conquer his fear while achieving her own dream. Light, color, line, and movement in these animated and bold illustrations are in perfect balance with the text.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1993 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780399221309
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Missing May
Twelve-year-old Summer lives with her Aunt May and Uncle Ob in the mountains of West Virginia. When May dies, Summer, Uncle Ob, and Summer's friend, Cletus, try to get her back—or at least to get word of her—and to alleviate the pain. This trio of lovingly described characters journeys from intense grief to the understanding that love is never truly lost.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1993 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: (0-531-08596-1)
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Misty of Chincoteague
When Pony Penning Day comes on Chincoteague Island, Maureen and Paul are determined to buy the Phantom and her filly, Misty. They work hard and save $102, and finally the two spirited animals are theirs. Now the children must train the wild ponies to be around people, instead of running wild on Assateague.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1948 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780439192842
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Mommy's Khimar
A young Muslim girl loves her mom's khimars and uses all her senses to describe their beauty.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781534400597
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The Moon Is Going to Addy's House
Addy and her family watch the moon follow them through the sky on a car ride home. Colorful cut-paper collage illustrations in luminescent tones illuminate the journey.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780803740549
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The Moon Jumpers
When the sun goes down, the moon comes up. Four children calling themselves the moon jumpers joyfully play and dance under the moonlit sky before bedtime. Soft night colors add a mystic touch to the simple story.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1960 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780060284602
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Mouse and Mole: Fine Feathered Friends
In this quiet story of friendship, artistic Mole and poetic Mouse join forces to hatch a clever plan for watching skittish birds. They create their own book of paintings and poems to celebrate their bird-watching adventures. The soft illustrations reflect the gentleness of the text.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2010 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780547152226
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Move Over, Rover!
Beaumont's patterned cumulative text in “Move Over, Rover!” is expanded by Dyer's watercolors containing context clues to tell the story of creatures from Squirrel to Skunk seeking shelter by squeezing into Rover's doghouse.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2007 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780152019792
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Moving Blocks
In this small-format board book, three squares transform into a variety of vehicles, and with each page turn, shapes turn into objects in a fun visual twist.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9789888240708
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Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present
A little girl seeks birthday present advice from the wonderfully lanky, long-legged Mr. Rabbit. As the two wander through beautiful pastel scenes, she explains that her mother likes colors. They discuss many objects that are of the colors her mother likes the best.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1963 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780006640851
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Mr. Squirrel and the Moon
Mr. Squirrel's imagination runs wild when he mistakes a wheel of cheese for the moon. Gorgeous illustrations detail his efforts to get rid of the moon before anyone comes looking for it.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780735841567
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Mr. Wuffles!
Mr. Wuffles finds a new toy that is actually a tiny spaceship in this nearly wordless science fiction tale of epic and miniature proportions. Crisp watercolor and India ink illustrations shine in an innovative graphic novel, picture book hybrid featuring hidden worlds, alien languages and one peeved cat.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2014 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780618756612
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Ms. Bixby's Last Day
Ms. Bixby is the sort of teacher that makes going to school worthwhile. When she is diagnosed with cancer, three boys decide to make sure her last day is perfect.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780062338174
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My Abuelita
As a grandmother flows through the book pages in her robes as flamboyant as the stories she loves to tell, she inspires her grandson to want to be just like her when he grows old.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2010 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780152163303
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My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo
My Colors, My World/Mis colores, mi mundo,” invites children to a visual feast of vibrant colors and magical realism as they follow young Maya on her journey from sand-covered surroundings to a world overflowing with rich violet and pink hues. Mayan culture and Kahlo-esque influences add electricity to the bold illustrations.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2008 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780892392780
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My Diary from Here to There/Mi Diario de Aquí Hasta Allá
"My Diary from Here to There/ Mi diario de aquí hasta allá," is a touching account of a family emigrating from Mexico to California. A bilingual picture book, this young girl's diary chronicles the family's anxiety, excitement and uncertainty as they leave home and experience the same journey made by many families- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2004 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780892391752
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My Footprints
After facing school bullies, Thuy works through her emotions by using her imagination.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781684460007
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My Friend Rabbit
Mouse shares his brand-new toy airplane with his friend Rabbit, and no one can predict the disastrous—but hilarious—results. When the airplane lands in a tree, the chaos only builds as Rabbit drags, pushes, and carries the whole neighborhood, including Elephant, Hippo, and Crocodile, to aid in the rescue. Eric Rohmann's hand-colored relief prints express a vibrant energy through solid black outlines, lightly textured backgrounds, and a robust use of color.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2003 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780761315353
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My Grandma and Me
Set in Iran, this picturebook honors the power of grandmothers as models of tradition, family, and love.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763694944
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My Kite Is Stuck! And Other Stories
Bold, vibrant illustrations, word recognition, and repetition make these short and hilarious stories of three friends a fun experience for early readers.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2018 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781619638877
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My Papi Has a Motorcycle
Daisy enjoys exploring her changing neighborhood from the back of her papi's motorcycle. -
My Pen
In detailed, pen-and-ink illustrations, Myers relates the story of a boy and his pen, who, together, can build worlds, ride dinosaurs, and show love—all they have to do is let the worlds inside themselves out!- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9781423103714
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My Tata's Remedies = Los remedios de mi tata
Aaron learns first hand from his grandfather (Tata), who cares for family, friends, and neighbors, the significance of healing with a tender touch of wisdom and medicinal herbs. -
My Two Blankets
While learning a new language in a new country, a young woman compares her native language to a warm, comfortable blanket. Soon she has two comfortable blankets—the old and the new language.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544432284
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Nana Akua Goes to School
Zura’s grandmother is her favorite person, but she’s concerned that on Grandparent’s Day her classmates will not understand and laugh at the Adinkra marks on her Grandmother’s face. Nana Akua paves the way for understanding when she shares the stories of her culture.
- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780525581130
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Nana in the City
Castillo's evocative watercolor illustrations tell the story of a young boy's visit to his grandmother, and the reassuring way she helps him to lose his fear and experience the busy, loud city in a new way.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2015 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780544104433
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Nero Corleone: A Cat's Story
A bold and self-serving tom cat reigns supreme both in the farmyard in Italy where he was born and later in the comfortable home in Germany to which a vacationing couple takes him and his helpless sister.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 1998 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780670873951
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A New Home
Two young children's families help them adjust to moving from Mexico City to New York City and vice versa.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781536201932
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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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Night Job
A boy spends the night cleaning the school with his father. This is a tender and joyful look at work and time spent together.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763662387
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Nine Days to Christmas
Now that she is in kindergarten, Ceci is old enough to join in the posadas—part of the special Christmas celebration that begins nine days before Christmas. Anticipation mounts as Ceci chooses her own piñata. Soft, gray backgrounds with splashes of bright colors project the warmth and excitement of the Mexican tradition in an urban setting.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1960 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780486815329
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Niño Wrestles the World
Presenting Niño! Our underdressed lucha libre hero defeats almost all comers. Yuyi Morales' clever use of fonts, text bubbles, word art and vibrant illustrations energizes this world-class wrestling match. The book was written by Yuyi Morales and published by Roaring Brook Press.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2014 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596436046
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No, David!
David, a typically mischievous preschooler, is into everything he shouldn't be and “No, David!” is his mother's constant refrain. Shannon's childlike paintings and inventive use of line, color, and perspective bring David to life.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1999 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780590930024
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Noodleheads See the Future
With a nod to folktales, two zany brothers named Mac and Mac (who happen to be macaroni noodles) wow audiences with their hilarity and gullibility.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018, Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2018 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780823436736
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The Noonday Friends
Her hard-working mother and out-of-work father depend on Franny to take care of her little brother after school and to help out in other ways. The only time left for friendship is during lunch hour at school when she talks to Simone, a friend with whom she can share problems.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1966 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780590440769
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Not a Box
In “Not a Box,” spare line drawings and minimal text show a personified bunny playing with, in and on a cardboard box. Beginning readers delight in discovering the rabbit's unlimited imaginative play in this square brown book.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2007 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780061123221
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Nothing But The Truth: a Documentary Novel
Avi's documentary approach chronicles the results of a teacher's objection to a ninth grader's humming along with “The Star Spangled Banner.” School rules stipulate that students are to stand at “respectful, silent attention.” Mis com muni cation, misperceptions, and personal viewpoints of right, wrong, and protected freedoms propel the characters rapidly into a crisis situation that forces the reader to explore issues of perception, reality, bias, and expediency.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1992 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: (0-531-05959-6)
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Now
A young girl's simple joys and experiences will guide readers into appreciation of the here and now in this charmingly illustrated meditation.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781626721371
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Number the Stars
When ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen's family decides to pretend that her friend Ellen Rosen is her sister, they become involved in the effort to save the Danish Jews from the Nazis. As the author deftly portrays deep friendship, a strong family, and heroism in wartime, the story builds to a tense climax.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1990 (Medal Winner)
- ISBN: 9780544340008
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Nya's Long Walk: A Step at a Time
In South Sudan, Nya must carry both her younger sister and the water they collected for the long journey home.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781328781338
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Officer Buckle and Gloria
Police dog Gloria's irreverent acrobatics behind Safety Officer Buckle's back contrast with the officer's straight-laced safety tips to school audiences. Original, lively, and energetic art leads the readers through a story of cooperation and friendship. Watercolor and ink illustrations employ brilliant colors that, combined with a creative use of white space, engage the reader in the humor and warmth of this stellar performance.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1996 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780399226168
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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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Old Ramon
Old Ramon teaches the boy as much as he can during the months they spend with the sheep in the mountains. Along the way, Ramon shares stories of his youth as a shepherd with the boy's grandfather and brings the boy back to the valley with a keener understanding and appreciation for the life of a shepherd.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1961 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780395070871
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Old Yeller
Left to help care for the homestead while his father takes their cattle to Kansas, fourteen-year-old Travis initially resents the intrusion of the big yellow dog. The dog proves his worth by rescuing little Arliss from a bear and Travis from wild hogs, guaranteeing himself a home.- Fiction, General Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1957 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780060115456