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Author
Series
Publisher
Mayo Clinc Press Kids, an imprint of Mayo Clinc Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
80 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Cricket and handler Tunde are starting their day at the children's hospital when their help is needed in the emergency room. There, they meet Maddie, a nine-year-old patient with appendicitis. Maddie is in pain and feeling nervous about needing emergency surgery. How will Cricket help Maddie cope with an IV poke, surgery, and recovery? Join Cricket and Child Life Specialist Tunde to find out more about Maddie and understand appendicitis!
Author
Series
Publisher
Mayo Clinc Press Kids, an imprint of Mayo Clinc Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
80 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Every day at the hospital is a new adventure for Cricket, and today is no exception. She and handler Tunde are on the neurology floor visiting Braden, a nine-year-old boy with epilepsy. Braden's seizures have become more frequent, and he and his dad are looking for answers. Can Cricket help Braden cope with a blood draw and other important tests and procedures in the hospital? Join Cricket and Child Life Specialist Tunde to find out more about Braden...
Author
Series
Publisher
Mayo Clinc Press Kids, an imprint of Mayo Clinc Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
80 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Dash is eager to visit the pediatric oncology center, where kids are going through cancer treatments. There, she and handler Navya meet ten-year-old Ada, who was just diagnosed with a cancer called leukemia. Ada is feeling scared, and her mom is looking worried. Will Dash be able to help Ada cope with surgery and her first cancer treatment? Join Dash and Child Life Specialist Navya to find out more about Ada and learn about leukemia!
Author
Series
Publisher
Mayo Clinc Press Kids, an imprint of Mayo Clinc Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
80 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
It's Dash's first day at the hospital, and her confidence is wavering. She wonders whether she has what it takes to be a good facility dog. Then Dash and handler Navya meet Francisco, a ten-year-old diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, and Dash's training kicks in. Can Dash help Francisco cope with pokes, shots, and other parts of his diabetes treatment? Join Dash and Child Life Specialist Navya to find out more about Francisco as he takes on diabetes!...
6) Prairie Dogs
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education and Creative Paperbacks
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 cm : color photographs ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Elementary-aged readers will discover prairie dog towns. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these fascinating little mammals.
7) Dogs
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
112 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Dogs are fun, active pets, but they require special care. Dogs examines various dog breeds and their unique needs, as well as the laws, regulations, challenges, and controversies regarding owning these animals. It also looks at the industry and communities that have sprung up to support dog ownership and the many ways dogs bring joy to their owners. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index.
8) The Spaceman
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
It seems like an ordinary day for the spaceman, landing on yet another planet, and performing his dull tasks for his boring job. But when his spaceship is snatched by a passing bird, he must try to retrieve it on foot. And, oh, what amazing things he sees! Astonishing plants, animals, butterflies, and birds. It is wondrous indeed. There's even a big, hairy, waggy-tailed beast that seems to want to be his friend. The spaceman has never seen a planet...
Author
Series
Jasmine Green rescues volume 3
Publisher
Walker Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 2
Physical Desc
132 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"When Jasmine discovers a tiny pup hiding under a hedge on her family's farm, she can't believe her eyes. The poor thing hasn't had anything to eat or drink in a long time, and he is so weak he can barely lift his head. Luckily, Jasmine's mother is a veterinarian, and the Green family can give the puppy lots of love and care. But even if the pup survives, he has a long recovery ahead, and it will be hard for him to trust after being hurt before"--...
10) A pie for us!
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
44 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 18 cm.
Language
English
Description
Dog Sniff and cat Scratch live together in a house where sometimes they quarrel and sometimes they cooperate--especially when mischief is involved.
11) Save the duck!
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
44 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
Across three humorous short stories, Sniff and Scratch have fun with toilet paper, chasing each other's tails, and snuggling with Sniff's stuffed duck.
Author
Publisher
Avid Reader Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First Avid Reader Press hardcover edition.
Physical Desc
xii, 230 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
"From Pulitzer Prize finalist and author of The Elephant in the Room comes the first inside account of the Westminster Dog Show-America's oldest and most beloved dog show-following one dog on his quest to become a champion"--
Author
Series
Dog Man volume 12
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
P.U.! Dog Man got sprayed by a skunk! After being dunked in tomato juice, the stink is gone but the scarlet red color remains. Now exiled, this spunky superhero must struggle to save the citizens who shunned him! Will the ends justify the means for Petey, who's reluctantly pulled back into a life of crime in order to help Dog Man? And who will step forward when an all-new, never-before-seen villain unleashes an army of A.I. robots?
15) Stella
Author
Series
Publisher
Shadow Mountain
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 5
Physical Desc
170 pages : 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Ever since she was a puppy, Stella was trained to use her powerful beagle nose to sniff out dangerous chemicals to help her handler keep people safe. But during a routine inspection, Stella misses the scent of an explosive. The sound of the blast is loud and scary. Unable to go back to work because of her anxiety, Stella is retired as a working dog.
When a young girl named Cloe wants to adopt Stella, the beagle knows this is her last chance to prove...
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 x 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A tribute to all types of service dogs that perform important jobs, from providing emotional support to helping disabled people, gives thanks to every human's best friend"--
17) Wish
Author
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 6
Physical Desc
227 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"A story about a girl who, with the help of the dog of her dreams, discovers that family doesn't always have to be related--they are simply people who love you for who you are"--
18) Mini Bluey
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"When Dad complains about how different Bluey and Bingo are, Bluey decides to color Bingo to be more like her. But when Bluey paints herself to look more like her little sister, Mum and Dad like Big Bingo more! Will Bluey and Bingo learn to be happy just how they are?"--
19) Swim school
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Bluey and her family are playing Swim School! But their swimming lessons are proving to be difficult. Can Mum, Dad, and Bingo pass without dobbing on each other?"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Bellweather Media, Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
African savannas are home to quite a few speedy predators. African wild dogs are small. What they lack in size they make up for in numbers and stamina. But can agile leopards outmatch the dogs? Who would win in a fight? In this hi-lo title, adventurous readers will learn about the secret weapons and attacks of these fighters. Special features include animal profiles highlighting size, habitat, speed, and more. Vibrant text and action-packed photos...