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In the hot, dry hills of South Dakota, a tiny Field Mouse lives a peaceful existence in a burrow beneath an old, sturdy bone. That is, until his life is turned upside down by the intrusion of noisy voices, clamorous clatters, and thunderous bangs! Leaving his cozy burrow, the mouse ventures outside and discovers a strange group of people chirping, scratching, and hammering all around him. Baffled, he returns to his home, only to find that his roof his very special bone is gone! Determined to recover his bone, the Field Mouse sets out on a search that leads him all the way to the halls of the world-famous Field Museum in Chicago, and face-to-face with a 67-million-year-old dinosaur named SUE.

The true story of the largest, most complete T. rex ever found is given a whimsical treatment in this imaginative storybook. With its breathtaking illustrations, this tale will bring the fascinating story of the dinosaur named Sue to life for children of all ages.

• Hardcover
• For readers ages 3 years and up
• Written by Jan Wahl and Illustrated by Bob Doucet

Follows the amazing story of SUE, the largest and most complete T. rex fossil ever found, from their discovery in the Badlands of South Dakota in 1990 to the exciting restoration work leading up to their spring 2000 public debut.

• Paperback
• For readers ages 4 - 8 years
• Written by Fay Robinson with the SUE Science team of the Field Museum

Tuck your child in and snuggle up for a bedtime story as the ten dinosaur children of this New York Times bestseller tell you how they say goodnight. Whether it's pouting or throwing his teddy bear around, demanding a piggyback ride, or another book, each little dino eventually tucks in his tail and says good night.

• Hardcover
• For readers ages 3 - 5 years
• Written by Jane Yolen, Illustrated by Mark Teague

Why are we so intrigued by ancient Egypt? Is it because Egyptian treasures are rich and colorful? Is it because we can't figure out how pyramids were really built? Is it because of the mystical curses, which seem to inflict anyone who opens up the tomb of a pharaoh? Richly illustrated in colors that make Egyptian art so appealing, E Is for Egypt feeds our fascination with this ancient civilization.

• Paperback
• For readers ages 3 - 8 years
• Written by Charles C Somerville

From Apatosaurus to Zupaysaurus, the 26 dinosaur friends in this over-sized board book will enchant preschoolers and help them learn their ABCs. Developed in conjunction with paleontologists at the American Museum of Natural History, it features extra-large letters; bright, detailed illustrations of the dinos; information about each creature; and an embossed tactile cover that feels like bumpy dinosaur skin!

• Board book
• For readers 2 - 5 years
• Illustrated by Scott Hartman

Slowly, slowly, slowly . . . that's the way the sloth moves. Slowly, it eats and then, slowly, it falls asleep. "What strange kind of creature is this?" the other animals wonder. Why doesn't it run or fly or play or hunt like the rest of us? "Why are you so slow?" the howler monkey inquires. But the sloth doesn't answer any questions until the jaguar asks, "Why are you so lazy?"

Anyone who has ever felt too busy will appreciate the sloth's peaceful lifestyle and realize that it's okay to take time to enjoy life. Eric Carle' s dazzling collage illustrations introduce readers to the exotic beauty of the Amazon rain forest and the many unusual animals living there.

• Paperback
• For readers ages 3 - 7 years
• Written by Eric Carle

A wonderfully illustrated puzzle book teeming with dinosaurs to spot, count, and match. An activity book children will want to share and scrutinize with friends and family.

• Hardcover
• For readers ages 4 years and up
• 32 pages

Deep in the forest, early in the morning, the animals slowly wake-except the panda, who is sleeping in. The monkey stretches, the red ant hides, the black bear yawns, and the gazelle smiles. But where is the okapi? Can you find it?

Over 50 animals-including the okapi-hide on the pages of this beautiful board book. The gorgeous forest scenes take readers from morning to night, from high in the trees to deep underground. Deep in the Forest is as much a visual treat as it is an introduction to exotic animals.

• Board book
• For readers ages 3 - 5 years
• Written by Josef Ant?ýn and illustrated by Lucie Brunelli??re

Parents and children can never have enough ways to say "I love you"--and now, America's favorite dinosaurs are giving families a funny book, perfect for bedtime, storytime, anytime. Even when little dinosaurs are naughty, it's important to remind them that no matter what they do, they are always loved. In this book, readers will laugh aloud as parents cope with the typical antics of childhood, but in the end, hugs and kisses show your little one how much you care.

• Hardcover
• For readers ages 3 years and up
• Written by Jane Yolen and illustrated Mark Teague

In this large-format alphabet book, the letters of the English language come alive through the artwork of Austin-based fine artist Starla Michelle Halfmann. Children will learn and marvel as their ABCs become members of the animal kingdom, and adults will appreciate the beauty of this gorgeously rendered wordless picture book.

• Hardcover
• For readers grades Preschool - 3rd
• Written by Starla Michelle Halfmann

One little girl has a very special friend, the tall ancient tree in her backyard. Through the seasons, she grows along with the tree, playing in its branches and basking in its shade. She can swing and have a picnic, draw the tree and play hide and go seek. Through her time with her tree, the girl learns to appreciate the natural world as something to be savored and protected and acknowledges her place within it. The Growing Hearts series celebrates the milestones of a toddler's emotional development, from conquering fears and expressing feelings to welcoming a new sibling.

• Hardcover
• For readers ages 2 - 4 years
• Written by Jo Witek and Illustrated by Christine Roussey

Gobble, gobble, munch, and crunch: watch the pages disappear! Five hungry dinosaurs--from mighty little Microraptor to colorful Carnotaurus--sink their teeth into this tasty novelty book, created with the American Museum of Natural History and Caldecott-honor winner Steve Jenkins. Kids can count along as the dinosaurs take bite-sized chunks out of each page. The number of bites matches the counting number on each spread! Fun facts about the dinosaurs--and what they liked to eat--appear at the end, along with a listing of dinosaur details from 1-10.

• Board book
• For readers 3 - 7 years
• Illustrated by Steve Jenkins

It's hard work being a farmer-and even harder running a DINOSAUR FARM! Children will love spending a day on this vibrant farm, filled with appealing prehistoric creatures of every shape and size. They'll follow the farmer from dawn till dusk, through feedings, cleanings, baby hatchings, and finally to a sweet bedtime nighty-night. Who knew dinosaurs could be so cuddly? With clever dino-touches throughout, Frann Preston-Gannon's picture book will become a perennial favorite.

• Hardcover
• For readers ages 3 - 5 years
• Written by Frann Preston-Gannon

With cool things to push, pull, and slide on the cover and every spread for interactive fun, this chunky board book gives children their first enticing taste of nonfiction!

All children dream of meeting a dinosaur—and now they can travel back in time and get to know creatures like Stegosaurus, Velociraptor, Triceratops, and more. Bright illustrations, with pull-tabs and wheels for little hands to spin, bring to life simple facts about kids’ favorite prehistoric creatures.

• For readers ages 1 - 4 years
• Board book, 10 pages
• Illustrated by Chorkung

Introduce young readers to amazing dinosaurs with this interactive "Lift-the-Flap Adventures" book!

Lift the flap . . . and enter the prehistoric world! From Tyrannosaurus Rex and Triceratops to Stegosaurus and Velociraptor, this fun and interactive board book introduces toddlers to some favorite dinosaurs. When kids look under the flap, they’ll see a detail of each animal and discover fun facts in rhyming verse.

• For readers ages 3 - 7 years
• Board book, 14 pages
• Written by Salina Yoon

Jump-start curiosity with this take-along field guide for children ages 4 to 8. From worms, birds, and spiders to trees, flowers, and clouds, young explorers learn what to look and listen for wherever they are — whether in a nature preserve, an urban park, or a suburban backyard. Seek-and-find lists, on-the-trail art projects, and discovery games get kids engaged in hands-on learning about nature, and a real pull-out magnifying glass helps them get a close-up glimpse of leaf veins, seed pods, and tiny insects. Filled with activities, checklists, and stickers, this interactive nature guide belongs in every kid’s backpack.

• For readers 4 - 8 years
• Hardcover
• 48 pages

One full moon, 2 little dogs, 10 red peppers, 100 twinkling stars… Counting to 100 becomes effortless and fun with this gorgeously illustrated, hardback picture book for little children. Each page has a certain number of things to count, from boats and trees to swirling leaves and pretty flowers, with lots of things to spot and talk about too.

There are number patterns, pictures, and lots of extra things to spot along the way. A double gatefold at the end opens to reveal an impressive array of 100 stars.

• For readers ages 3 years and up
• Board book, 24 pages
• Written by Felicity Brooks and illustrated by Sophia Touliatou