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Britt-Marie is a socially awkward, fussy busybody who is used to being organized. When she walks out on her cheating husband and gets a job as caretaker of the dilapidated recreation center in Borg, she is woefully unprepared for the changes. But as she takes on the task of leading the supremely untalented children's soccer team to victory, she just might find a place she belongs.
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Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
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Evelyn Del Rey is Daniela's best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments across the street from each other: Daniela with her mami and hamster, and Evelyn with her mami, papi, and cat. But not after today--not after Evelyn moves away. Until then, the girls play amid the moving boxes until it's time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special. The tenderness...
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Publisher
Smon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
For the first time ever, Daniel Tiger ventures beyond the Neighborhood of Make Believe to introduce kids to the helpers in their neighborhood! These community members -- like firefighters, crossing guards, doctors, and teachers -- are there to help in the neighborhood every day in so many different ways.
7) Block party
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Series
Publisher
Lee & Low Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"The neighborhood is having a block party and everyone is expected to bring food to share. Padma's mother decides to bring a pot of homemade soup, and Padma worries that her friends will not like it"--
8) Windows
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Walking his dog at dusk, one boy catches glimpses of the lives around him in this lovely ode to autumn evenings, exploring your neighborhood, and coming home.
Author
Publisher
Bloomsbury Childrens Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
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"A cast of animal characters are building a brand new playground in a local park and each day of the week contains a different construction plan. The construction project comes together for a rhyming walking tour of a neighborhood, where young readers can learn the days of the week while watching everyone work as a team!"--
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Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"One morning, a seed suddenly and unexpectedly appears in the garden that Jack and his friends call home. The seed starts to grow, sprouting a stem, leaves, and roots... Yvonne the mole, Colette the ant and the Field Mice family are all convinced that the seed spells disaster. As its roots continue to spread, ceilings crack and paths become unwalkable. The inhabitants of the garden make a bold decision: they are going to cut the plant down! Thankfully,...
14) The Secret Tree
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Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Minty's neighborhood is full of mysteries. One day Minty spots a flash in the woods, and when she chases after it, she discovers a new mystery---a secret tree, with a hollow trunk that holds the secrets of everyone in the neighborhood.
15) Someday, Narwhal
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"A tiny narwhal in a fishbowl discovers that sometimes the difference between staying home and a big adventure is a group of loving friends"--
Author
Publisher
Marshall Cavendish
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Pinch is a pack rat who does not want to give up the possessions that are cluttering his house, but when he finally is persuaded to sell them at a neighborhood tag sale, he discovers the beauty of recycling. Includes tips on "reducing, reusing, and recycling."
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Series
Ruby Lu series volume 1
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
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"Almost-eight-year-old" Ruby Lu spends time with her baby brother, goes to Chinese school, performs magic tricks and learns to drive, and has adventures with both old and new friends.
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