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“Calculating Chimpanzees, Brainy Bees, and other Animals with Mind-Blowing Mathematical Abilities,” by Stephanie Gibeault

Math the Same but Different!  A horse that adds, guppies that count, and parrots that can express their displeasure, vividly.  All this and more can be found between the covers of this book.  Join the search to find out if … Continue reading

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“Hope Like Wildflowers,” by Pepper Basham

Troubles Multiplying! It is the 1910s in the Appalachian Mountains, and Kizzie is in trouble.  She is sixteen-years-old, pregnant, and starving.  In addition, she is broke, and wandering in the frozen woods because her father kicked her out.  Her troubles … Continue reading

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“Super Swifts: Small Birds with Amazing Powers,” by Justin Anderson

Surprising Swifts! Swifts can fit in the palm of your hand, but they fly faster, higher, and longer than any other bird.  Every year, they fly from central Africa to the United Kingdom in a month. Part of their journey … Continue reading

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“Molly, Olive, and Dexter: The Guessing Game,” by Catherine Rayner

Come Guess with Me! This is a sweet story about three animal friends playing a game in the forest.  The game moves quickly as two of them try to guess what the third one is thinking.  That is, it goes … Continue reading

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Anniversary Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Glaze, Gluten-Free

This is both easy & delicious! Ingredients 1 pound shrimp large, peeled, and deveined (about 12-16 pieces) 6 slices, 1 slice per 2 pieces of shrimp 2 teaspoons McIlhenny Co. TABASCO Brand Buffalo Style Hot Sauce, Gluten-Free 1 teaspoon chopped garlic Salt and pepper to taste FOR THE … Continue reading

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“Look What I Found on the Farm,” by Moira Butterfield

E I E I O! Illustrated by Jesús Verona Join the excitement of exploring a farm.  There are great illustrations of the animals, land, and interesting things.  At every turn, there are items to look for, along with information about … Continue reading

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“A Lancaster Amish Christmas: 4 Romance Novellas,” by Anne Blackburne, Amy Clipston, Mindy Steele, & Amy Lillard

Merry Amish Christmas! Enjoy four Amish stories that take place during Christmas time. The first tale is, “Lucy’s Christmas Sunbeam.” Lucy, although young, took over raising her infant sister, Millie, after her parent’s deaths. Millie has Down’s Syndrome, and because … Continue reading

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“Bizzy Bear Preschool,” by Benji Davies

Fun Time, Any Time! The little child in your life will love this interactive book.  There is something to do on every two-page spread, including the cover.  It shows, and tells, the good things that are waiting for them in … Continue reading

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“Target Acquired,” by Lynette Eason

Who to Trust? Kenzie has worked harder than any of the guys on the SWAT team, yet they are not accepting her. One of the men on the team, Butler, doesn’t hide his feelings at all. He has made it … Continue reading

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“Mr. Fox’s Game of No!” by David LaRochelle

No, no, no! Get ready for lots of laughter and giggles. If you are offered a giant ice cream sundae covered with delicious toppings, would you say no?  Of if you were invited to a great beach party in Hawaii, … Continue reading

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