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117 pp.
| Little Simon
| June, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4814-2406-6$16.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-4814-2405-9$5.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4814-2407-3
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Liz competes in a sand castle contest and discovers that people aren't always what they seem; Marion learns about responsibility and how to be a good big sister when she watches over little sis Gabby. As usual, the Critter Club girls navigate their world with verve, helping animals and people along the way. Short chapters include lots of friendly spot art. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Liz and the Sand Castle Contest and Marion Takes Charge.
115 pp.
| Little Simon
| February, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4814-2403-5$16.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-4814-2402-8$5.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4814-2404-2
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
When a pig named Plum comes to the shelter, everything starts going Ellie's way. When Plum is adopted, Ellie's luck changes for the worse. Was Plum Ellie's good luck charm? The Critter Club girls help Ellie see that it's really her hard work that helped her. This easygoing, generously illustrated chapter book fits right in with the rest of the sweet series.
117 pp.
| Little Simon
| September, 2015
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4814-2409-7$16.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-4814-2408-0$5.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4814-2410-3
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Liz competes in a sand castle contest and discovers that people aren't always what they seem; Marion learns about responsibility and how to be a good big sister when she watches over little sis Gabby. As usual, the Critter Club girls navigate their world with verve, helping animals and people along the way. Short chapters include lots of friendly spot art. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Liz and the Sand Castle Contest and Marion Takes Charge.
111 pp.
| Little Simon
| September, 2014
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-9532-6$16.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-4424-9531-9$5.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4424-9533-3
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
While preparing for and celebrating the holidays, Amy matches some guinea pigs to a family (after solving an allergy problem) and spreads some cheer to a dear friend. While the rest of the Critter Club frog-sits, Marion tries to win a local fashion challenge--but at what cost? Riti's sweet spot art decorates the latest enjoyable outings of these animal-loving girls. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Amy's Very Merry Christmas and Marion Strikes a Pose.
113 pp.
| Little Simon
| April, 2014
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-9526-5$15.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-4424-9525-8$4.99
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EbookISBN 978-1-4424-9527-2
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
The Critter Club girls visit Liz at her family's lake cabin, and Liz hopes they'll love the lake as much as she does. The animal-loving girls take care of some baby mice, but Ellie is preoccupied with seeing snakes, Amy tips a canoe, and the girls think Liz's mom's food is weird. Riti's illustrations capture the likable characters' sweet bond and caring personalities.
113 pp.
| Little Simon
| July, 2014
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-9529-6$15.99
|
PaperISBN 978-1-4424-9528-9$4.99
|
EbookISBN 978-1-4424-9530-2
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
While preparing for and celebrating the holidays, Amy matches some guinea pigs to a family (after solving an allergy problem) and spreads some cheer to a dear friend. While the rest of the Critter Club frog-sits, Marion tries to win a local fashion challenge--but at what cost? Riti's sweet spot art decorates the latest enjoyable outings of these animal-loving girls. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Amy's Very Merry Christmas and Marion Strikes a Pose.
113 pp.
| Little Simon
| January, 2013
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-5789-8$15.99
|
PaperISBN 978-1-4424-5788-1$4.99
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Friends Liz, Amy, Marion, and Ellie are the Critter Club, a group that helps out a local animal shelter. Book one focuses on Amy and describes how the club came to be; the second highlights Ellie, a bubbly, theatrical girl. Young animal lovers will enjoy the critter plot lines woven throughout the girls' relatable stories. Riti's spot art supplements each spirited chapter. Review covers these Critter Club titles: All About Ellie and Amy and the Missing Puppy.
117 pp.
| Little Simon
| January, 2013
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-5770-6$14.99
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PaperISBN 978-1-4424-5769-0$4.99
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Friends Liz, Amy, Marion, and Ellie are the Critter Club, a group that helps out a local animal shelter. Book one focuses on Amy and describes how the club came to be; the second highlights Ellie, a bubbly, theatrical girl. Young animal lovers will enjoy the critter plot lines woven throughout the girls' relatable stories. Riti's spot art supplements each spirited chapter. Review covers these Critter Club titles: All About Ellie and Amy and the Missing Puppy.
113 pp.
| Little Simon
| July, 2013
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-6773-8$15.99
|
PaperISBN 978-1-4424-6772-9$4.99
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Critter Club members Liz, Marion, Amy, and Ellie help run an animal shelter. In these books, Liz needs to attend summer school, ultra-busy Marion sprains her ankle and learns to slow down, and Amy tries to befriend her soon-to-be stepsister. The relatable animal-loving girls discover things about themselves in this sweet illustrated series that tackles important topics in an accessible way. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Amy Meets Her Stepsister, Liz Learns a Lesson, and Marion Takes a Break.
113 pp.
| Little Simon
| September, 2013
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-8216-8$15.99
|
PaperISBN 978-1-4424-8215-9$4.99
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Critter Club members Liz, Marion, Amy, and Ellie help run an animal shelter. In these books, Liz needs to attend summer school, ultra-busy Marion sprains her ankle and learns to slow down, and Amy tries to befriend her soon-to-be stepsister. The relatable animal-loving girls discover things about themselves in this sweet illustrated series that tackles important topics in an accessible way. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Amy Meets Her Stepsister, Liz Learns a Lesson, and Marion Takes a Break.
113 pp.
| Little Simon
| May, 2013
|
TradeISBN 978-1-4424-6770-3$15.99
|
PaperISBN 978-1-4424-6768-2$4.99
(3)
1-3
Critter Club series.
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
Critter Club members Liz, Marion, Amy, and Ellie help run an animal shelter. In these books, Liz needs to attend summer school, ultra-busy Marion sprains her ankle and learns to slow down, and Amy tries to befriend her soon-to-be stepsister. The relatable animal-loving girls discover things about themselves in this sweet illustrated series that tackles important topics in an accessible way. Review covers these Critter Club titles: Amy Meets Her Stepsister, Liz Learns a Lesson, and Marion Takes a Break.
32 pp.
| Pelican
| September, 2011
|
TradeISBN 978-1-58980-882-9$16.99
(4)
K-3
Illustrated by
Marsha Riti.
On Halloween a witch mama prepares pre-trick-or-treat dinner for her ungrateful girl. "Yuck." "Gross." "Barf." Even picky eaters may find the little witch's brattiness too much. There's some humor in Mom's ingredient list ("Eye of newt, toe of sock, heel of boot, salted rock"), but readers' patience may be tested by the text's wordiness. The soft-focus green-tinged illustrations have some flair.