Mary Elam
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Lady Miss Penny Goes To Lunch
A humorous look at good manners, this suggested general purchase provides cartoon art with pen and watercolor that captures expressions and the consequences of outrageous behavior from several perspectives during a chaotic restaurant visit.
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Kind
This suggested first purchase presents an engaging collection of art with a simple message of hope for young readers: “If everyone is kind, we’ll make a better world.”
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How to Build a Haunted House
A suggested first purchase, this is a richly colorful and humorous fantasy, perfect for alert and detail-oriented young readers.
Goodnight, Sleepyville
A comforting tale of nighttime routines, homes, and family love, this first purchase supports social emotional learning through an imaginary world of cozy bedtimes for young readers.
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Runaway Signs
A suggested general purchase for all libraries, this title gives young readers a detailed look at common street signs with an inventive story to highlight their importance.
We Will Rock Our Classmates
A thoughtful and humorous story. Penelope’s latest adventure is a welcome addition for young readers and a suggested first purchase for all libraries.
Dear Beast
This recommended first purchase title for all libraries encourages young readers to examine the point of view and underlying motives of the characters. A tale begging for the treat of a sequel.
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The Box Turtle
This suggested general purchase supports social-emotional learning with confidence building through awareness of the character’s uniqueness and ability to think “out of the box.”
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When Grandpa Gives You a Toolbox
A suggested general purchase for young readers in all libraries.