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Featured Books

Thanksgiving on Thursday
by Osborne, Mary Pope and Sal Murdocca (Illustrator)
Random House, 2002
ISBN 0375806156
Ages 7 to 9
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Join Annie and Jack as they are whisked back to the first Thanksgiving celebration in 1621 and learn history the fun way. As 21st century children, Jack and Annie aren't ready to cook, dig clams and help prepare the feast the way the pilgrims did. Find out whether the celebration is a success or whether it will be ruined forever.

Corn
by Gail Gibbons
Holiday House, 2009
ISBN 978-0823422456
Ages 6 to 9
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Learn the story behind this popular grain in true Gail Gibbon's style! Her cornucopia of information includes the history, from the Mayans to the Pilgrims, uses of corn, as well details about the planting, growth and cultivation.

How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?
by Margaret McNamara and G. Brians Karas (Illustrator)
Schwartz & Wade, 2007
ISBN 978-0375840142
Ages 4 to 8
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Counting pumpkin seeds is messy business, but it’s a fun way to practice counting skills. Join Mr. Tiffin’s class to find out how many seeds are in a pumpkin and learn other fun facts, too. Which pumpkin has the most seeds — the big, medium or small one? And, what does the number of lines on a pumpkin tell us about the number of seeds inside? Make your guesses before reading this delightful book and finding the answers.

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