John and El's Favorite Books

The bears' picks for best books: August 2002

These titles should be available at your local library.

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Tiger Trouble! by Diane Goode

Jack and Lily are best friends who do everything together. But, Lily is a tiger, and the man who owns Jack's apartment building does not like cats! How can Jack and Lily change his mind? 
Ages 4-8

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Silver Shoes by Caroline Binch

Molly loves to dance in her Gran's silver shoes, and wants a pair of her own. Everyone in her dance class has silver shoes, even her best friend Beverly. Molly learns that she can dance away her disappointments and that special things come at special times. 
Ages 4-8

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Now What Can I Do? by Margaret Park Bridges 
illustrated by Melissa Sweet

On a rainy day, little Raccoon is stuck inside with nothing to do. It's a good thing his Mommy knows that a little imagination can turn the everyday into an adventure!
Ages 4-8

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I Am NOT Sleepy and I Will NOT Go to Bed 
by Lauren Child

It's Charlie's job to put his little sister, Lola, to bed. But, Lola is not in the least bit sleepy and will think up any trick to stay up late. The imaginative collage illustrations and imaginative text make this a perfect book for little night-owls.
Ages 4-8

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Hondo & Fabian by Peter McCarty

Hondo the dog and Fabian the cat are best friends. These fat and happy pets like to eat together and nap together. Even when Hondo goes the beach and Fabian says home, they have the same adventures.
Ages 4-8


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