Staff Picks
Just Checked In for Children
- Richland Library
- Thursday, May 16
Collection
This list is regularly updated and shows some of the latest items that have been checked in at the library.
Bark Ranger
Published in 2015
Two kids and their trusty dog, Barkley, stumble across a treasure map while playing in an abandoned ranger station. They set out on the adventure of a lifetime in search of a forgotten gold mine. But things take a turn for the worst when they come across a pair of bumbling crooks hiding out from the police.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Published in 2016
In his third year at Hogwarts, Harry is hunted by Sirius Black, a dangerous man who has escaped from the Azkaban prison. Sirius has one mission, to track down and kill Harry. It will be an exciting and dangerous year for Harry and his friends.
The Incredibles
Published in 2011
Bob was one of the world's greatest superheroes fifteen years ago; now he's an insurance adjuster, living in the suburbs. Wanting to get back into action, he gets his chance when a mysterious call summons him to an island for a top-secret assignment. Bonus features include the Incredibles Revisited: Filmmaker's Roundtable; Paths to Pixar; Studio Stories; and Ending With a Bang!: Making the End Credits.
Infrared Pack
Published in 2022
"This 5-level guided reading system helps kids master verbal, reading, and writing skills -- starting at any level. Every app, storybook, and video has been hand-selected to help kids gain the knowledge they need to transition from learning-to-read to reading-to-learn. Independent packs are ideal for readers who have reached the following milestones: - Will explore ideas for discussion - Engages in conversation - Reads with understanding and purpose - Reads and comprehends literature proficiently - Constructs text in an organized manner - Uses transitional and link words" Publisher description.
Kids Bake!
100+ Sweet and Savory Recipes
Published in 2018
A cookbook for aspiring bakers discusses equipment, tools, ingredients, measurement, and baking safety and provides one hundred detailed recipes for cookies, cakes, pies, muffins, pizza, and holiday desserts.
Madagascar 3 Europe's Most Wanted
Published in 2018
Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria are on the run through Europe in this wildly entertaining and outrageous comedy critics call charming and very funny! With the fame loving King Julian and take charge Penguins, the whole crew joins the circus to escape Captain Dubois of Animal Control.
Tamaños = Sort It by Size
Published in 2016
"Small and large, short and tall, little and big, these are all words that help us describe size. This math concepts volume doesn't just 'tell'; it shows early learners the difference between concepts, introduces them to synonyms, and helps them learn to sort a group according to size. Classification is an important concept for the early elementary mathematics student, but the text and photographs in this book, including dogs, fish, and birds, make it fun!"--Provided by the publisher.
The Emperor's New Clothes
Published in 2014
Two rascally weavers convince the emperor they are making him beautiful new clothes, visible only to those fit for their posts, but during a royal procession in which he first wears them, a child whispers that the emperor has nothing on.
Ivy + Bean Take the Case
Published in 2013
After watching a movie about a detective on the television, Bean decides to set up shop as a private investigator--and she and Ivy start looking for mysteries to solve.
Tyrannosaurus Tex
Published in 1994
Tyrannosaurus Tex, a dinosaur cowboy, helps Cookie and Pete put out a prairie fire and scare away some cattle rustlers.
Pig the Fibber
Published in 2018
Pig the Pug often lies to get what he wants, and blames Trevor the sausage dog for his own misdeeds--but when his latest lie results in an accident and the loss of a tooth he finally learns his lesson (maybe).
Franklin in the Dark
Published in 1986
A turtle afraid of small dark places, and therefore of crawling into his shell, asks a variety of animals for advice, only to find out that each has a fear of its own.
Grandma's Purse
Published in 2018
"When Grandma Mimi comes to visit, her granddaughter cannot wait to see what treasures she has hidden in her purse."-- Provided by publisher.
One Gorilla
A Counting Book
Published in 2013
Learn to count with a variety of primates--gorillas, gibbons, mandrills, and others.
Bird Boy
Published in 2021
A new boy nicknamed Bird Boy by teasing classmates enjoys imaginative flights as various birds, gaining self-confidence and new friends.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Published in 1987
Follows the progress of a hungry little caterpillar as he eats his way through a varied and very large quantity of food until, full at last, he forms a cocoon around himself and goes to sleep and wakes up a butterfly.
My First Peek-a-boo Animals
Published in 2017
Describes such animals as an elephant, a turtle, a horse, and a frog, and invites readers to lift a flap on the opposing page to reveal the animal.
The Day Dirk Yeller Came to Town
Published in 2011
When outlaw Dirk Yeller arrives in town looking for something to take away his cat-scratch fever, young Sam, whose pa says he is "a world-a-trouble and curious as a tomcat," knows just what this dangerous and jittery criminal needs to calm him down.
Revolutionary Friends
General George Washington and the Marquis De Lafayette
Published in 2013
An account of the friendship between the first American president when he was an officer in the Continental Army and the young Marquis de Lafayette describes how the latter came to America to offer his services before earning a military position and Washington's admiration.
Dad and the Dinosaur
Published in 2017
"A boy keeps a toy dinosaur in his pocket to help him be brave like his dad--but when the dinosaur goes missing, Dad knows just what to do"-- Provided by publisher.
The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System
Published in 2021
On a special field trip in the magic school bus, Ms. Frizzle's class goes into outer space and visits each planet in the solar system.
Look, Grandma! Ni, Elisi!
Published in 2021
"Bo wants to find the perfect container to show off his traditional marbles for the Cherokee National Holiday in this exploration of volume and capacity"-- Provided by publisher.
Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher
Published in 2017
When Pete discovers that his teacher is sick and his mom is the substitute, he must teach her the ins and outs of his school.
Antoinette
Published in 2017
"Raised in a family of talented bulldogs, Antoinette the poodle wonders what makes her special. She gets the chance to prove herself and find what she's good at when puppy Ooh-la-la goes missing"-- Provided by publisher.
The Battle for WondLa
Published in 2014
When all hope for a peaceful coexistence between humankind and aliens seems lost, Eva Nine, with help from an unlikely ally, tries to thwart the evil Loroc's ultimate plan for life on Orbona.
The Search for WondLa
Published in 2010
Living in isolation with a robot on what appears to be an alien world populated with bizarre life forms, a twelve-year-old human girl called Eva Nine sets out on a journey to find others like her. Features "augmented reality" pages, in which readers with a webcam can access additional information about Eva Nine's world.
Buttercup Mystery
Published in 2015
Willa and Ben must find out who is poisoning the Starlings' new horse, Buttercup, before it is too late.
Clara Caterpillar
Published in 2001
By camouflaging herself, Clara Caterpillar, who becomes a cream-colored butterfly, courageously saves Catisha the crimson-colored butterfly from a hungry crow.
Touch and Trace ABC
Published in 2021
In this exciting and tactile introduction to letters, young readers will learn the lowercase letters from A to Z.
The Wide-mouthed Frog
A Pop-up Book
Published in 1996
A wide-mouthed frog is interested in what other animals eat--until he meets a creature that eats only wide-mouthed frogs!
Spider-Man
Great Power, Great Mayhem
Published in 2023
"Teenage super hero Spider-Man has enough on his plate keeping New York City safe from the likes of Sandman, Vulture and Kraven the Hunter--but when you add in his life as high-schooler Peter Parker, things get REALLY stressful. Luckily, Spidey's got web-shooters, Spider-Sense and a knack for creative problem-solving on his side!-- Provided by publisher.
The Diary of a Young Girl
The Definitive Edition
Published in 1996
A thirteen-year-old Dutch-Jewish girl records her impressions of the two years she and seven others spent hiding from the Nazis before they were discovered and taken to concentration camps. Includes entries previously omitted.
Frogs
Published in 2021
An introduction to frogs, discussing their tadpole beginnings, noises they make, their hibernation, body parts, and how they differ from toads.
Big Game
Published in 2015
"Someone is trying to hunt FunJungle's Asian greater one-horned rhinoceros, and twelve-year-old Teddy Fitzroy is on the case"-- Provided by publisher.
Nelson Mandela
South African Revolutionary
Published in 2015
"Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to change the world in this comprehensive biography that tells the complete life story of internationally renowned peacemaker Nelson Mandela. Civil rights activist. World leader. Writer. Throughout his life, Nelson Mandela took on many roles, all in the pursuit of peace. Born in 1918 in South Africa, he grew up in a culture of government-enforced racism and became involved in the anti-apartheid movement at a young age. Deeply committed to nonviolent activism, Mandela directed a peaceful campaign against the racist policies of his South African government, and spent twenty-seven years in prison as a result. In the years following his emergence as a free man, he continued his efforts to dismantle the country's apartheid system and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize alongside South African President F.W. de Klerk. In 1994 he was inaugurated as South Africa's first black president and served until his retirement from active politics in 1999 at the age of eighty-one. He continued to promote global peace until his death in 2013, and his legacy lives on. From Nelson Mandela's childhood to his monumental impact on race relations and nonviolent activism, this comprehensive biography shares the truth about the man behind the iconic smile: his struggles, his triumphs, and the sacrifices along the way"-- Provided by publisher.
The Mayflower
Published in 2014
"The three-thousand-mile trip was crowded and dangerous, and there was trouble when the passengers settled in Plymouth for a bitter, cold winter. However, their determination was ultimately rewarded; the Pilgrims adjusted to the New England climate thanks to help from local Native Americans and soon celebrated their first harvest in the New World."--Amazon.com.
Who's in My Family?
All About Our Families
Published in 2012
Nellie and her little brother Gus discuss all kinds of families during a day at the zoo and dinner at home with their relatives afterwards.
When Spring Comes
Published in 2016
"Animals and children alike watch as the world transforms from the dark and dead of winter to a full and blooming spring"-- Provided by publisher.
Keeping Healthy
Published in 2015
"Find out how to take care of your body with this fun and fascinating title How can you help your body fight germs? Why is sleep so important? Discover this and much more in this essential title from QEB."-- Provided by publisher.
Whose Garden is It?
Published in 2004
When Mrs. McGee passes through a beautiful garden asking whose it is, the gardener is the first to claim it, followed by all of the garden's inhabitants plus the sun and the rain, who also claim it as their own.
The Brave Cyclist
The True Story of a Holocaust Hero
Published in 2019
"Once a skinny and weak child, Gino Bartali rose to become a Tour de France champion and one of cycling's greatest stars. But all that seemed unimportant when his country came under the grip of a brutal dictator and entered World War II on the side of Nazi Germany. Bartali might have appeared a mere bystander to the harassment and hatred directed toward Italy's Jewish people, but secretly he accepted a role in a dangerous plan to help them. Putting his own life at risk, Bartali used his speed and endurance on a bike to deliver documents Jewish people needed to escape harm. His inspiring story reveals how one person could make a difference against violence and prejudice during the time of the Holocaust"-- Provided by publisher.
Arabella Miller's Tiny Caterpillar
Published in 2008
A little girl discovers a tiny caterpillar, and after taking care of him and feeding him leaves, she watches as he becomes a new and wonderful creature.
Being Brave
Published in 2023
"Shows kids that being brave doesn't have to be grand or heroic. Whether you're feeling sad, nervous, unsure, or left out, taking control of how you feel and being brave starts with listening to your heart"-- Provided by publisher.
Goodnight Already!
Published in 2015
Bear has never been so tired but his next-door neighbor, a wide-awake duck, keeps disturbing his sleep.
The Magician of Auschwitz
Published in 2014
A young boy, all alone amid the horrors of Auschwitz, finds an unlikely friend in the form of a magician who changes his life and his future.
Emily Windsnap and the Monster from the Deep
Published in 2006
Reunited with her merman father and now living on an island located in the Bermuda Triangle, twelve-year-old Emily accidentally awakens the fearsome kraken and also faces a bully from her past.
999 Frogs and a Little Brother
Published in 2015
When the little tadpole becomes a frog, he and his frog brothers save his friend baby crayfish from a big snake.
What's the Difference Between a Butterfly and a Moth?
Published in 2010
Describes the physical differences between butterflies and moths, including how they transform from the larva to adult stages, when they are active, and their colorings.
Oh, Harry!
Published in 2011
Harry the Horse excels at calming skittish equines in Adams & Son's show-horse barn, but he faces a different challenge when mischievous six-year-old Algernon Adams the Third arrives.
Pokémon Adventures. Volume 17, Ruby & Sapphire
Published in 2013
Sapphire has trouble getting in her quota of gym battles while Ruby finds a new Pokémon beneath the waves and then must face off against his father.
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill
Published in 2023
Nine-year-old Ella considers herself the official greeter, tour guide, and is generally in charge of 1106 Wildflower Place, but the elusive Robinsons who live on the top floor are a mystery--one which Ella is determined to solve, and bring the elderly couple into the community of the apartment building on Poppy Hill.
Rosy's Garden
A Child's Keepsake of Flowers
Visiting her grandmother in the country, Rosy learns facts and folklore about flowers as she presses flowers, gathers seeds, and makes potpourri.
Starry River of the Sky
Published in 2012
An innkeeper's chore boy discovers that a visitor's stories hold the key to returning the moon to the Starry River of the Sky.
Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
Published in 2009
Minli, an adventurous girl from a poor village, buys a magical goldfish, and then joins a dragon who cannot fly on a quest to find the Old Man of the Moon in hopes of bringing life to Fruitless Mountain and freshness to Jade River.
When the Sea Turned to Silver
Published in 2016
"Pinmei, a storyteller's granddaughter, must find the Luminous Stone that Lights the Night to rescue her grandmother, who has been kidnapped by the Tiger Emperor"-- Provided by publisher.
Sherlock Sam and the Missing Heirloom in Katong
Published in 2016
Auntie Kim Lian's precious Peranakan cookbook has disappeared, and Sherlock Sam and his trusty robot, Watson, must find it.
I Didn't Do It
Published in 2010
Excited puppies relate such new discoveries as the mailman comes every day and food tastes better eaten off a human's plate.
Brave Girl
Clara and the Shirtwaist Makers' Strike of 1909
Published in 2013
An illustrated account of immigrant Clara Lemlich's pivotal role in the influential 1909 women laborer's strike describes how she worked grueling hours to acquire an education and support her family before organizing a massive walkout to protest the unfair working conditions in New York's garment district.
Mama's Kisses
Published in 2017
"A mother panda bear, elephant, leopard and orangutan follow their rambunctious little ones through the jungle as they try to corral them for bedtime"-- Provided by publisher.
Time to Clown Around
Published in 2023
Desmond and best friend Andres attend the town's birthday celebration with a petting farm, bumper cars, cotton candy machines, and ghosts, but mostly this Kersville Town Clown Extravaganza is full of creepy clowns of all kinds.
A New Planet
Published in 2020
Stowing away on Zeke's family's spaceship, Harris and Roxy arrive on an alien planet where they are challenged to blend in by disguising themselves as locals.
If You Give a Pig a Pancake
Published in 1998
One thing leads to another when you give a pig a pancake.
Sister Sabotage
Published in 2024
Tired of playing second fiddle, new friends Santana and Casey start a club whose mission is to become their parents' favorite child by undermining their love-hoarding siblings.
The Knight at Dawn
Published in 1993
Eight-year-old Jack and his younger sister Annie use the magic treehouse to travel back to the Middle Ages, where they explore a castle and are helped by a mysterious knight.
Bedhead
Published in 2000
After many unsuccessful attempts to control his unruly hair one morning, Oliver and his family think that they have solved the problem--until he gets to school and finds that it is school picture day.
The Sweet Tooth
Published in 2005
Stewart's loud, obnoxious sweet tooth constantly gets him into trouble, until Stewart uses a healthy diet to take control of the situation.
Butterfly Counting
Published in 2015
Combines art and skill-building text in a fact-filled introduction to twenty-six types of butterflies from different world regions.
Houdini the Amazing Caterpillar
Published in 2008
A caterpillar does amazing tricks, like making leaves disappear and shedding its skin, and finally it performs the most amazing trick of all. Includes facts about the life cycle of the monarch butterfly.
My Busy Green Garden
Published in 2017
Takes a close look at a garden, describing the plants, insects, and birds and their activities throughout the day
So You Want to Be a Frog
Published in 2023
What if you could leap twenty times your own body length? Or drink through your skin? How about if you could catch all your food with just your tongue? Or stare without blinking? With this bright, breezy guide, kids can practice their wiggling and jumping, peeping and croaking, while learning all about frogs, from their life cycle, habits, and food preferences to their origins and relatives around the world. Ribbit! --From the publisher.
Larklight, Or, The Revenge of the White Spiders!, Or, To Saturn's Rings and Back!
A Rousing Tale of Dauntless Pluck in the Farthest Reaches of Space
Published in 2006
In an alternate Victorian England, young Arthur and his sister Myrtle, residents of Larklight, a floating house in one of Her Majesty's outer space territories, uncover a spidery plot to destroy the solar system.
Intruders at Rivermead Manor
A Kit Mystery
Published in 2014
During the Great Depression, aspiring reporter Kit Kittredge uncovers a mystery surrounding a secret room in the rundown mansion owned by elderly Miss Mundis.
Frog
Published in 2013
"An exploration of the life cycle and life span of ladybugs, using up-close photographs and step-by-step text to follow a ladybug's growth process from egg to larva to pupa to mature insect"-- Provided by publisher.
We Came to America
Published in 2016
Celebrates United States immigration and the country's diverse immigrant heritage.
Our Greatest Gift
Published in 2023
"It is not easy to express with just a few words all the affection and gratitude we feel for our loved ones. Our greatest gift is a unique and beautiful way of showing our grandparents the admiration and appreciation for everything they have always offered us"--Back cover.
Tiger Sharks
Published in 2023
"Tiger sharks are incredible animals and fearsome eating machines. Let beginning readers dive in and learn all about these creatures through closely leveled text, vibrant imagery, and captivating infographics"-- Provided by publisher
Feathered Serpent and the Five Suns
A Mesoamerican Creation Myth
Published in 2020
"This pre-Columbian creation myth tells the story of Quetzalcoatl, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica, and his quest to create humankind. The gods tried to make humans during each sun, or age, but each time failed. So when they grew tired, only one did not give up: Quetzalcoatl, also called the Feathered Serpent. Determined, the Feathered Serpent embarks on a dangerous journey full of fearsome foes and harsh elements, facing each trial with wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness before confronting his final challenge at Mictlan, the underworld. With his instantly recognizable, acclaimed art style and grand storytelling, Tonatiuh recounts a dazzling creation tale of epic proportions"-- Provided by publisher.
Peggy
A Brave Chicken on a Big Adventure
Published in 2014
"Peggy, a hen, has a life-changing adventure when a gust of wind drops her in a big city"-- Provided by publisher.
How to Catch a Garden Fairy
A Springtime Adventure
Published in 2023
"Join the How to Catch kids as they try to catch a magical Garden Fairy"-- Provided by publisher.
Once There Was a Bull--- Frog
Published in 1995
A bullfrog in the Old West loses his hop in this lively tale where each page must be turned to complete the previous image.
Bunny Cakes
A Max and Ruby Picture Book
Published in 1999
Max makes an earthworm cake for Grandma's birthday and help Ruby with her angel surprise cake. At the store, the grocer can't read all of the shopping list, until Max solves the problem by drawing a picture.
Bunny Mail
Published in 2004
While Ruby plans a Fourth of July doll picnic, Max sends letters to Santa to ask for "a bright red Sand-Spitter Motorcycle with Bigfoot tires," but the letters are delivered to his grandmother, instead, and she must try to decipher the pictures. Includes lift-up flaps.
Butterfly & Moth
Published in 2012
Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, and growth from pupa to larva to adult.
There is a Bird on Your Head!
Published in 2007
From the Publisher: Best-selling picture book creator Mo Willems continues his charming Elephant and Piggie first reader series. The books feature two lovable and funny characters: an optimistic (and sometimes reckless) pig and a cautious, pessimistic elephant. Children who sat on their parents' laps to have Pigeon read to them will eagerly take the plunge with these books to start reading on their own. Each book has been vetted by an early learning specialist. These sweet and surprising stories are a much-needed breath of fresh air in the early reader arena. In There Is a Bird On My Head!, Gerald discovers that there is something worse than a bird on your head-two birds on your head! Can Piggie help her best friend?
We Are in a Book!
Published in 2010
Gerald and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends?
Big Bear, Small Mouse
Published in 2016
"A big bear and a small mouse discover all of the opposites between their animal friends"-- Provided by publisher.
Frogs Sing Songs
Published in 2003
Describes how, when, where, and why frogs sing songs. Includes frog identification guide.
Hooray! My Butt Left the Bench!
Published in 2017
Hank will need help from his father and friends if he is to help his second grade basketball team beat their arch rivals for the third year in a row.
Being a Bullfrog
Published in 2014
Presents information about bullfrogs, including habitat, diet, physical characteristics, and behavior.