Library Mouse: A World to Explore

Library Mouse: A World to Explore
Author: Daniel Kirk
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2013-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1613120265

“Sam the Library Mouse is back in this gentle story about facing fears and learning new things” (School Library Journal). One night in the library, Sam meets fellow mouse Sarah. Sam learns that Sarah is quite the explorer. She loves to scurry to the tops of shelves and explore the darkest corners of the building. Sam never climbs far up—he’s too afraid! He prefers to research subjects—such as exploration—and write about them. Sarah doesn’t know much about writing or research, but could reading and research help her learn more about the places she wishes to visit? Together this duo shows that, with teamwork, anything is possible. “The gorgeous, bright gouache illustrations are meticulously detailed and expressive. The story is an excellent way to introduce research to the youngest patrons, which, according to Sam, is “how you find out about things.” This visually appealing offering fits beautifully into the library curriculum.” —School Library Journal

Library Mouse: A Friend's Tale

Library Mouse: A Friend's Tale
Author: Daniel Kirk
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2013-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1613120281

The celebrated author and illustrator brings to life the joys of reading, writing, and sharing in this tale of a boy’s discovery of the library mouse. Sam the library mouse loves to write, and the children love his little books, which he leaves on the library shelves for them to find. But no one at the library has ever met him. When Tom can’t find a partner for a book-making assignment and finds Sam’s secret hole behind the children’s reference section, will the pair be able to work together, or will Sam’s secret identity be spoiled forever? A heartwarming tale about collaboration and creative ambitions, this book will enchant any young aspiring author or illustrator.

Library Mouse: A World to Explore (Book #3)

Library Mouse: A World to Explore (Book #3)
Author: Daniel Kirk
Publisher: Triangle Interactive, Inc.
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2019-03-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1684520703

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: One night in the library, Sam meets fellow mouse Sarah. Sam learns that Sarah is quite the explorer. She loves to scurry to the tops of shelves and explore the darkest corners of the building. Sam never climbs far up—he’s too afraid! He prefers to research subjects—such as exploration—and write about them. Sarah doesn’t know much about writing or research, but could reading and research help her learn more about the places she wishes to visit? Together this duo shows that, with teamwork, anything is possible.

Library Mouse

Library Mouse
Author: Daniel Kirk
Publisher: Harry N Abrams Incorporated
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2010
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780810989306

Sam makes friends with a student working on a book-making project in the library. The student writes a story of his own that Sam illustrates.

Library Mouse: Home Sweet Home

Library Mouse: Home Sweet Home
Author: Daniel Kirk
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2013-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1613125194

The library mouse learns about architecture, homes, and renovations in this illustrated adventure. When Sam the library mouse and his friend Sarah wake to find the library being packed up to prepare for a major renovation, they realize they won’t have a home during the construction. So off they go in search of a new place to live. Sam knows research is key, so he finds books about architectural styles to get ideas for building a temporary home from objects found around the library. They build and live in a variety of houses: a castle, an igloo, a yurt, a modern house, and even a geodesic dome. But none feels like home to Sam. Finally, though, the renovation of the library is complete, and they can move back to their true home, the library! The book includes photos of the real house styles discussed in the text and a relevant glossary of architectural terms. Praise for Library Mouse: Home Sweet Home “Kirk’s familiar gouache illustrations maintain a mouse perspective filled with library details. This clever presentation of world housing types has three pages of backmatter that describes each style and its location. Not only is the story amusing, but the information will be useful in classrooms.” —Kirkus Reviews “Newcomers and fans of the previous titles will welcome this tale, and librarians will put it to good use in their research lessons.” —School Library Journal “This is a fine use of light fantasy to teach a little lesson about building structures, and it will be especially useful to those preparing children for the disruptions that come with home renovations.” —Booklist

The Secret Society (Poptropica Book 3)

The Secret Society (Poptropica Book 3)
Author: Mitch Krpata
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 120
Release: 2017-04-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1683350715

In this exciting third installment of the Poptropica series, we find Mya, Oliver, and Jorge in the custody of a secret society whose mission is to protect and preserve Poptropica—a mysterious, uncharted island world. These Protectors, as they call themselves, believe that any outside interference with the islands of Poptropica could have catastrophic results on the course of history in the real world. As if things aren’t bad enough, Octavian has finally claimed possession of the confounding map, thwarted the society’s attempts to capture him, and is determined to alter the time line. The trio must join forces with the Protectors and find Octavian before he can go through with his evil plot, or all of human history might be changed—or worse—destroyed!

Book Uncle and Me

Book Uncle and Me
Author: Uma Krishnaswami
Publisher: Groundwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2016-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1554988101

Winner of the International Literacy Association Social Justice Literature Award An award-winning middle-grade novel about the power of grassroots activism and how kids can make a difference. Every day, nine-year-old Yasmin borrows a book from Book Uncle, a retired teacher who has set up a free lending library on the street corner. But when the mayor tries to shut down the rickety bookstand, Yasmin has to take her nose out of her book and do something. What can she do? The local elections are coming up, but she’s just a kid. She can’t even vote! Still, Yasmin has friends — her best friend, Reeni, and Anil, who even has a blue belt in karate. And she has family and neighbors. What’s more, she has an idea that came right out of the last book she borrowed from Book Uncle. So Yasmin and her friends get to work. Ideas grow like cracks in the sidewalk, and soon the whole effort is breezing along nicely... Or is it spinning right out of control? An energetic, funny and quirky story about community activism, friendship, and the love of books. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2 Recount stories, including fables, folktales, and myths from diverse cultures; determine the central message, lesson, or moral and explain how it is conveyed through key details in the text. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.6 Distinguish their own point of view from that of the narrator or those of the characters. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.2 Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text; summarize the text.

A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse

A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse
Author: Frank Viva
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2012-09-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1935179195

A boy and a mouse take a bumpy sea journey to the majestic expanses of the Antarctic, where they see the sights and meet new friends.

Maxed Out

Maxed Out
Author: Daphne Greer
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
Total Pages: 125
Release: 2012-03-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1554699843

Key Selling Points This book was nominated for Best Quick Read by the American Library Association. Maxed Out is the first of two books that feature brothers Duncan and Max. The second, Camped Out, won the Hackmatack Children's Choice Book Award. Enhanced features (dyslexia-friendly font, cream paper, larger trim size) to increase reading accessibility for dyslexic and other striving readers.

The Nice Clean Park

The Nice Clean Park
Author: Joanne D. Meier
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-08
Genre: Bears
ISBN: 9781602532137

Herbie and his mother come up with some inventions to help keep the park clean.