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	The Twelve Prayers of Christmas Candy Chand (32) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: New Books Poetry Religion Winter Holidays
Request this book from the Library There were many present the night Jesus Christ was born. Mary, The Donkey, The Innkeeper, Joseph, The Three Wise Men, The Angel, The Shepherd, The Lamb, and even The Star were all present. The author gives homage to each and every one through a two page spread vividly illustrated and a short poem written in the character's voice. This holiday book is sure to become a treasure both children and adults can relate to. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Our Enduring Spirit Barack Obama (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Diversity Historical Multicultural New Books
Request this book from the Library President Barack Obama's first words to America are illustrated in this delightful book. Here, President Obama brings us his vision of a united country. The paintings by illustrator Greg Ruth are not only stunning but greatly enhance the President's speech of a better today and a stronger tomorrow through his insightful artistic talent. As the President addresses millions of people at the Capital in Washington, D.C., the artist records those very words of determination and hope by bringing them to life through his art. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Suzy Goose and the Christmas Star Petr Horacek (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: New Books Winter Holidays
Request this book from the Library It's Christmas Eve. Suzy Goose and her friends are gathered around the Christmas tree. Wait! Something is missing. The tree is missing a star just like the big bright one that's shining in the sky. Suzy Goose has an idea. She will get that Christmas star. Whoooooosh!! High in the sky Suzy Goose flies. Splat! She lands hard. She cannot fly high enough. Suzy Goose does not give up. She has other ideas. Can Suzy Goose finally reach that star? Read this new book in the Suzy Goose series to find out. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Racing Against the Odds: The Story of Wendell Scott, Stock Car Racing's African-American Champion Carole Boston Weatherford (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Biographies Diversity New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Wendell O. Scott was NASCAR's first African-American racecar driver. He didn't always get his deserved rewards. It was the segregation era and things were pretty tough for African-Americans, even talented ones. Many of the racetracks tried to bar him from racings, and when that didn't work, the other drivers did everything to bang up his car so that he could not win. That didn't stop Wendell. He completed more than five hundred races in NASCAR's top division and finished in the top ten 147 times. In 1977 a film depicting his life was released Greased Lightning. Read about this extraordinary man and his passion for car racing. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Voices of Christmas Nikki Grimes (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: New Books Religion Winter Holidays
Request this book from the Library The story of Christmas is fresh and new in this beautifully illustrated book by Nikki Grimes. Nikki introduces each character vividly with a biblical passage, and a poem introduces the story. The design of the book is simply gorgeous with illustrations by Eric Velasquez. The book is accompanied by a CD and includes a reading by the author. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	Tiny Baby Jesus Dandi Daley Mackall (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: New Books Poetry Religion Rhyming Books Winter Holidays
Request this book from the Library The story of Jesus is portrayed in a simple and touching prose format. The book celebrates the gift of Jesus and beautifully illustrates his life from the day of his birth until his days as a carpenter, and then as a grown man and Savior. Children will understand the story of Jesus through the wonderful illustrations and simple prose. Librarian review written by Emilia Write a review of this book

	The Small Adventure of Popeye and Elvis Barbara O'Connor (2009) , 150 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Adventure Friendship New Books Realistic Fiction
Request this book from the Library Popeye is bored. Lying in his bed and listening to the rain fall, he desperately wishes for an adventure. When a huge RV breaks down just across the road from his house, Popeye is thrilled. Especiallly when five kids tumble out. It turns out there is a boy his age in there. Elvis is different from anyone Popeye knows. When he and Elvis go for a walk to the creek, they find a small boat with a message inside. They begin following the creek further a little each day. The messages keep coming. Who could be sending them? Will they find out before the RV is free and Elivis has to leave? This is just the small adventure Popeye had been waiting for. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Wow! Said the Owl Tim Hopgood (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Toddlers Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Concept - Colors New Books
Request this book from the Library Just about the time you are going to bed, Owls are waking up. Owls stay awake all night in the dark. Their eyes can see in the dark. But one curious little owl decides to stay awake during the day. He discovers a remarkable world of colors. He sees the blue of the sky and the yellow of the sun. He sees flowers and trees. Wow, the colors are amazing. He loves the colors, but the night and the stars are Owl's favorite things. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Wag! Patrick McDonnell (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Feelings Friendship New Books Pets
Request this book from the Library Earl is a dog who loves to wag his tail. The only time his tail is still is when he is sleeping. Earl's tail loves to fwip fwip. What makes Earl's tail fwip? Mooch thinks he knows. Is it playing or eating or seeing his Ozzie? It is all those things, and more. Does Mooch know? Do you? Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

	Stagecoach Sal: Inspired by a True Tale Deborah Hopkinson (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Adventure Historical New Books Realistic Fiction
Request this book from the Library Sal has been riding the stagecoach with her Dad from the time she was little. Not only can Sal help with the passengers, but she can also sing. Her voice keeps the travelers happy and helps her father with the long, bumpy trips. Sal has never actually driven the stagecoach. When her father is injured, Sal takes over his job. Soon Sal is driving that stagecoach everywhere alone. When Sal gets word of a robber who might try to steal her load, Sal is not afraid. She has a great way of keeping Poetic Pete from getting his way. Once again, Sal's singing will save the day. Librarian review written by Lisa Write a review of this book

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