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We Don't Eat Our Classmates
We Don't Eat Our Classmates
Penelope Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Penelope Rex has a hard time not eating her classmates. A hilarious first day of school book about making friends.
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We Will Rock Our Classmates
We Will Rock Our Classmates
Penelope Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Penelope Rex is nervous about the talent show. Funny and sweet for kids with stage fright.
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We Don't Lose Our Class Goldfish
We Don't Lose Our Class Goldfish
Penelope Rex seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Penelope Rex is in charge of the class goldfish over the weekend. Funny and a little bit about responsibility.
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Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets
Penelope Rex and the Problem with Pets
Penelope Rex seriesK to 2nd grade
Penelope wants a pet, but the class pet has other ideas. Funny and sweet.
Beach Bummer
Beach Bummer
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Everyone in Soggy Hollow loves beach day except Bruce, who finds it too hot, sandy, and windy. A breezy, funny Little Bruce book for kids who prefer a shady spot.
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Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow
Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Bruce hates holidays, so his mice and geese try a scary story to get him into the Halloween spirit, until a ghostly visitor appears. Spooky, silly fun that never gets too scary.
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Bruce Saves the Planet
Bruce Saves the Planet
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Bruce just wants a quiet day of fishing, but beetles steal his lunch and protesters are fighting a factory in the forest. A funny, gentle introduction to caring for the planet.
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The Bruce Swap
The Bruce Swap
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The mice wish Bruce were more fun, and suddenly a cheerful bear appears, but it is really his wild cousin Kevin. A clever, funny story about loving people just as they are.
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Bruce's Big Move
Bruce's Big Move
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Fed up with the mischievous mice, Bruce packs up his geese and moves somewhere rodent free, but nothing goes to plan. A funny, warm story for families facing a move.
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Bruce's Big Storm
Bruce's Big Storm
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A huge storm sends Bruce's woodland neighbors crowding into his already full home. Funny and heartwarming, it shows kids how opening your door builds a real community.
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Goodnight, Bruce
Goodnight, Bruce
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The mice and geese want monster movies, ice cream, anything but sleep, and tired Bruce must settle them down. Every parent who has battled bedtime stalling will laugh in recognition.
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Hey, Bruce!
Hey, Bruce!
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The mice invite readers to tilt, flip, and tap the book, sending poor Bruce tumbling. A giggly interactive read that turns story time into a hands on game.
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Hotel Bruce
Hotel Bruce
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Bruce comes home tired and finds three mice have turned his den into a busy hotel full of critters. A laugh out loud story about a grump learning to share his space.
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Mother Bruce
Mother Bruce
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Grumpy Bruce just wants to cook his eggs, but they hatch into goslings who decide he is their mother. Dry humor and expressive art make this a read aloud parents enjoy as much as kids.
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Out Cold
Out Cold
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Bruce is stuck inside with a cold while the mice ski and skate, so they bring the winter fun to him. A sweet, funny Little Bruce book about caring for someone who feels poorly.
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Santa Bruce
Santa Bruce
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Once again Bruce is mistaken for someone else, and this time the forest critters line up to tell him their Christmas wishes. A hilarious holiday read where the grump grudgingly spreads cheer.
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Spring Stinks
Spring Stinks
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Eager Ruth the bunny wants Bruce to smell all the scents of spring, but he is not convinced it is worth it. A short, funny Little Bruce book that is perfect for younger listeners.
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Thanks for Nothing
Thanks for Nothing
Mother Bruce seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The Soggy Hollow mice are thankful for everything, and grumpy Bruce is tired of all the thanking. A short, funny Little Bruce story that sneaks in a lesson about gratitude.
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