Life on the farm.

Big Red Barn
by Margaret Wise Brown (E Brown)(1999)
A rhyming story that illustrates the animals you might find in a barn.
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Biscuit's Day at the Farm
by Alyssa Capucilli (ER Capucilli)(2007)
Biscuit the dog enjoys a day at the farm.
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Dooby Dooby Moo

by Doreen Cronin (E Cronin)(2006)
Yeeha! The farm animals are getting ready for a talent show.

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The Cow That Laid Egg

by Andy Cutbill (E Cutbill)(2006)
Marjorie feels so ordinary until she lays an egg!

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The Cow Who Clucked

by Denise Fleming (E Fleming)(2006)

"The first thing I must do," said Cow, "is find my moo!"

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Barn Dance
by Pat Hutchins (E Hutchins)(2007)A cute story about some partying farm animals. After they go to sleep, their babies get up and continue the party!

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Punk Farm
by Jarrett Krosoczka (E Krosoczka)(2005)
These animals really rock!
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Down on the Farm
by Merrily Kutner (E Kutner)(2004)
Rhyme your way through a day at a farm.

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Hen Hears Gossip
by Megan McDonald (E McDonald)(2008)
This is a silly story about how what cow said to pig changes as it is passed along. The illustrations are simple and cute.
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Chicks and Salsa
by Aaron Reynolds (E Reynolds)(2005)
The chickens decide to spice up their diet with tortilla chips. Mmm.
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Clip Clop
by Nicola Smee (E Smee)(2005)
All the animals want to ride the horse, of course!
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New Picture Books for July

On those steamy hot July days (or rainy ones), nothing is better than a shady spot and brand new picture book.







Green Wilma, Frog in Space by Tedd Arnold
Green Wilma is out trying to catch her breakfast fly, when her morning routine takes on a whole other dimension (literally!). She is mistaken for a froggy-looking alien child and whisked into outer space.
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Froggy's Best Babysitter by Jonathan London
Sandy, the new babysitter, arrives to take care of Froggy and his baby sister while his parents are away over night. Froggy is just trying to be helpful, but will Sandy survive the night if Froggy gives her much more "help"?
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Goldilicious by Victoria Kann
Pinkalicious is back for another adventure. This time, she and her pet unicorn, Goldilicious, spend a fun-filled day together. But will her little brother, Peter, spoil all the fun for them? If you are a fan of Pinkalicious or Purplicious be sure and read this latest book in the series.
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You? by Vladmimir Radunksy
A lost dog looking for someone to love and take care of him. A lonely little girl who is looking for a dog to love and take care of. Will they find each other? Will it be ... you?
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Dinotrux by Chris Gall
Where did all the hard-working trucks we use today come from? Step back in time to the age of the Dinotrux and discover the ancient ancestors of today's big rigs.
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Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Moon
by Frank Asch (E Asch)(1999)
Bear thinks he and the moon are communicating and they have soooo much in common!
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Angelina's Birthday
by Katherine Holabird (E Angelina Ballerina)(2001)
Birthdays are special days!
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The Giant Hug
by Sandra Horning (E Horning)(2005)
Owen the pig wishes to send his grandmother a hug for her birthday, and brings cheer to everyone involved!
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Gotcha
by Gail Jorgenson (E Jorgensen)(1997)
Bear is not about to let his birthday be ruined by a fly!
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Big Brown Bear's Birthday Surprise
by David McPhail (E McPhail)(2007)
Bear thinks he got a boat for his birthday!
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Birthday Box
by Leslie Patricelli (E Patricelli)(2007)
Who cares what I got for my birthday when I have the box it came in! Cute, simple, colorful illustrations add to this endearing story.
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Happy Birthday To You!
by Dr. Seuss (E Seuss)(1959)
The birthday bird knows about birthdays in Katroo! This book rhymes just for you!
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Birthday For Cow
by Jan Thomas (E Thomas)(2008)
Duck has a suggestion for an unusual ingredient to add to Cow's cake. Mmm!
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Happy Birthday Lulu
by Caroline Uff (E Uff)(2000)
This little girl gets the works on her birthday!
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Birthday Fish
by Dan Yaccarino (E Yaccarino)(2005)
Well, Cynthia didn't quite get that pony she wanted.
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Wednesday Summer Reading Show, July 8, 2009

Musician Rich Glauber returns to the Beaverton City Library on Wednesday, July 8, 2009. Rich will perform two shows, one at 12:30 p.m. and a repeat show at 2:00 p.m. The performance will feature songs, creative movement and stories in both English and Spanish. This program is for all ages. If you love to sing and dance, plan to attend this freewheeling fiesta of music. GW

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40th Anniversary of the First Moon Landing

July 20, 2009 marks the 40th anniversary of the first moon landing by the Apollo 11 astronauts. Several new children's books remember and reflect on this remarkable event.







The Moon Over Star by Dianna Hutts Aston

In this picture book for young children, a young girl named Mae watches the first moon landing on TV. She dreams of one day being an astrounaut herself, and making the same journey to the moon.
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Mission to the Moon by Alan Dyer

From lift-off to splashdown, this book details the entire Apollo 11 mission. It also includes a DVD with footage from this historic spaceflight.
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Moonshot: The Flight of Apollo 11 by Brian Floca

In simple, powerful text, the journey of Apollo 11 is told. The large, double-page illustrations are stunning and the highlight of the book.
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One Giant Leap by Robert Burleigh

Experience the moon landing just as Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin did when they became the first two people to set foot on the moon.
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Moon Landing: Apollo 11 40th Anniversary Pop-up by Richard Platt

All about the first landing on the moon - in pop-up form!
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There Are Cats In This Book

by Viviane Schwarz (Children's New Books)(E Schwarz)(2008)

Three silly cats lead the reader through this humorous book about what cats like. They draw the reader right into the story with them. Some of the pages are more like flaps and are hilarious for kids and adults alike. This book is great to read with your kids! SC

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"You Be the Star" Program

There is still space available in our "You Be the Star" Program. Children will create puppets and then make them come to life during a special performance. You must register and attend all four sessions on the following Mondays: June 29, July 6, July 13 and July 20, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. You can register in person at the Children's Desk on the first floor of the library or by calling (503)350-3600. This program is for ages 8 to 11. Don't miss out on this chance create and perform your very own puppet show. GW

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