Kids

First Readers

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Wildlife According to Og the Frog

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Betty G. Birney

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$16.99

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Bad Guys in Dawn of the Underworld

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Aaron Blabey

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$6.99

Young Adult

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We Are Not From Here

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Jenny Torres Sanchez

Kids Feature 3 Book Price:

$18.99

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The Time of Green Magic

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Hilary McKay

Kids Feature 3 Book Price:

$17.99

GRAPHIC NOVELS

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Poems to See By

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Julian Peters

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$24.00

Prairie Lights Kids

Iowa City Author's New Picture Book

Jennifer Black Reinhardt 's fans have a treat in store: PLAYING POSSUM has arrived at Prairie Lights!

In this winsome tale, Alfred, who plays dead, and Sophia, who rolls up in a ball, stand in for shy or anxious humans whose discomfort keeps them from fitting in. Jennifer Black Reinhardt has cast animals with defense mechanisms as characters to tell an imaginative, endearing story about learning to make friends by mastering fear and shyness. Alfred and Sofia open up to each other and go on to help other creatures who have social difficulties by practicing patience, forgiveness, and friendship—tools for overcoming the barriers that keep us from connecting with others. An author’s note lists real animals and their defensive behaviors.

"Throughout, Reinhardt’s comical depictions of the fearful animals provoke laughter but are never meanspirited."—The Horn Book

Designed especially for ages 4-7, this sweet tale can be shared by all. Purchase your copy today!

Barb and Victoria Recommend

Former school librarians Victoria Walton and Barb Stein have created a fresh bibliography of their favorites from our stock of new books. Their recommendations have become the reliable standard for children's book shoppers in the area. You may find copies of their list, as well as a display of their selections, in the children's department, or online here.

Books and More

The Children's Department is well-stocked for gift-giving and activities. Along with our extensive selection of books, we carry toys and games. Art supplies, books on science experiments and field guides and books on nature appreciation, kites and sidewalk chalk from Melissa and Doug, board games from BlueOrange and card games from MerryMakers, craft kits from Klutz and grade-appropriate workbooks from BrainQuest and StarWars, and much, much more. Extensive displays and our knowledgeable staff will help you pinpoint your favorite choice from our options. Shopping for children has never been easier! We offer free gift-wrapping as well.