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• Toys Go Out

  Being the Adventures of a Knowledgeable Stingray, a Toughy Little Buffalo, and Someone Called Plastic

  Jenkins, Emily, 1967-

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  This is one of my all time favorite stories to read aloud with children ages 4 to 8. The sweet, insightful adventures of best friends Stingray, Lumphy and Plastic continue in two more books: Toy Dance Party and Toys Come Home. There's even a picture…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Eyes & the Impossible

  Eggers, Dave,

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  This Newbery Medal winner is perfection for reading aloud. I mean, the main character is a lightning fast dog who expresses his joy with an exuberant, "HA HA HOOOOO!" There's so much to love here. The whole family will enjoy this one, so share with…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• How to Train Your Dragon

  the Heroic Misadventures of Hiccup the Viking

  Cowell, Cressida,

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  Never mind the DreamWorks Animation film and TV franchise loosely based on this series, the original books are where it's at! In my humble opinion, the books are WAY better. There's plenty of opportunity to use lots of different voices when reading…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Winnie the Pooh

  Milne, A. A. (Alan Alexander), 1882-1956,

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  I never tire of reading these classic tales aloud. Every time I revisit Christopher Robin, Pooh , Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit and all the other friends in The Hundred Acre Woods, I'm reminded of the profound wisdom of these stories. And while the Disney…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Where the Mountain Meets the Moon

  Lin, Grace,

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  Grace Lin is one of my all time favorite contemporary creators of children's books. If you're looking for adventure with a classic folktale feel, this book will surely delight. There's a dragon, an impossible quest, plenty of enchantment and a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Penderwicks

  a Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy

  Birdsall, Jeanne,

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  When I think of a comfort book, I think of The Penderwicks. As soon as you get to know the Penderwick family, you want to visit with them again and again. Luckily, there are four more books that continue their adventures as they grow older and new…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street

  Glaser, Karina Yan,

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  With the same heart as the Penderwicks, the Venderbeeker family pulls you in like a warm hug. With family members and neighbors of all different ages and interests, everyone in your own family can find a relatable character to connect with. The…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Apartment House on Poppy Hill

  LaCour, Nina,

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  If you haven't noticed yet, I'm a big fan of books featuring quirky, loveable characters. They're the kind that are just so fun to read aloud! This highly illustrated early chapter book delivers. It's full of interesting friends and neighbors and an…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Anna Hibiscus

  Atinuke,

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  Travel to West Africa and meet lovable Anna Hibiscus and her family. Another highly illustrated early chapter book full of family, adventure and sweet humor, this first book in a series is a favorite to share children ages 4 to 8.

• Mac Undercover

  Barnett, Mac,

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  Humor as only author Mac Barnett delivers, this first book in a series is a total hoot to read aloud. I mean, you get to do the voice of the Queen of England! A great choice to share with children ages 4-10 when looking for a silly story with plenty…Read moreRead more of this annotation