New Releases by Marsha Diane Arnold

In the 1940s, they thundered across the United States, 25 600-ton steam locomotives called Big Boys. These mammoth engines were built to pull trains transporting soldiers and freight, supporting the war effort. When less-expensive diesel-electric engines became popular, Big Boys were pulled from service, either scrapped or sent to museums as exhibits. Big Boy 4014 pulled her last train in 1959. She spent most of her retirement at an outdoor train museum. People came from around the world to visit, marveling at her size. But in 2013, a different group of visitors came to see her. May 9, 2019, would be the Golden Spike Celebration, the 150th anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad. Could Big Boy 4014 be restored in time for the celebration?

After Raccoon''s home burns down in a lightning storm, his friends don''t know what they can do to help. Squirrel, Beaver, Mouse, Badger, and Rabbit all go back to their own homes, trying to focus on something other than Raccoon''s tragedy. But each animal discovers one small thing they can do for Raccoon--and it turns out that each small act may not be so small after all. A gentle and powerful look at how small actions can make a big impact.

This charming bilingual English & Spanish picture book from the illustrator of Mango, Abuela, and Me introduces the fascinating creatures of the Galápagos Islands through the life of one very lucky girl. Valentina was born on an island formed by fire, surrounded by blue-green sea. As a Galápagueña, Valentina spends her days observing the natural world around her. She greets sea lions splashing on the shore, scampers over lava rocks with Sally-lightfoot crabs, and swims with manta rays. But Valentina also understands the fragility of this wondrous world, and she makes a solemn promise to protect the islands and her animal friends. This delightful bilingual story was inspired by the childhood of Valentina Cruz, whose family was one of the first permanent inhabitants of the Galápagos. Valentina is now a biologist and naturalist guide who has dedicated her life to the conservation of the islands. Whimsical illustrations by Pura Belpré Honor recipient Angela Dominguez transport readers to these unique islands, which shelter a diverse number of plant and animal species, many found of which can be found nowhere else on the planet. Come discover this beautiful world with Valentina and her animal friends!

"Armando''s home is the rainforest-he knows its sights, smells, tastes, and sounds. He even knows its moods. From the bottom of the forest floor to the top of the emergent layer, the trees are also home to a multitude of creatures. When outsiders begin laying claim to and destroying the surrounding landscape, the displaced animals find refuge with Armando in the only remaining pocket of untouched forest, his "island." As people come in and animals are forced out, this poignant tale shows the cumulative and disastrous effects of Amazon deforestation"--

In a world marred by light pollution, this quest for true darkness is a clarion call to turn out the lights--so that all may see.

When a bear loses his bright red scarf in the woods, it is found--and lost again--by a series of animals that use it to keep warm or to have fun, but they disagree over who really owns it and cause a problem that only the scarf''s true owner can fix.

A sweet and funny story about sharing, friendship and belonging. When Little Panda startles Big Panda awake inside his den, Big Panda crankily declares, ÒMine.Ó Then he puts Little Panda outside, ÒYours.Ó When he still wonÕt leave, Big Panda offers Little Panda a kite. Which delights him! Until the kiteÕs tail starts annoying the other animals in the forest by sweeping up their things. They all give him the same message: their things, ÒMine;Ó the kite, ÒYours.Ó And soon the animals themselves get caught as they try to reclaim their stuff. Can they all learn a new word Ñ ÒOursÓ? No ÒmineÓ allowed! This storyÕs too fun not to share!

2020-2021 Keystone to Reading Elementary Book Award List 2019 Florida Book Award - Bronze Medal It''s springtime and Badger is ready to plant the perfect garden. He has spent months gathering and sorting seeds. It''s been a lot of work but it''s worth it. His friends Red Squirrel, Dormouse, and Weasel come to help. They weed. They rake. And finally they plant. Afterward, everyone celebrates, and Badger can already imagine the perfect rows of flowers and vegetables. But then a rainstorm comes and washes away the beautiful seeds. Badger''s perfect garden is ruined. Or is it? Author Marsha Diane Arnold''s gentle story will encourage young readers to think beyond plans and expectations and imagine the wonderful possibilities that may occur when life and nature have other ideas.

When thunder roars and lightning flashes, Raccoon is afraid to be alone in his home. So he hurries out to see if any of his neighbors in Thistle Hollow have room to spare for a friend in need. When Raccoon knocks on the doors of Possum, Quail, and Woodchuck, he is turned away. But then Raccoon spies a bright light in the storm. Will this next neighbor open up her house and heart to Raccoon? A tender story that reminds readers of all ages that a kind heart will always make room for one more.

"A bilingual story, inspired by the childhood of Valentina Cruz, whose family was one of the first permanent inhabitants of the Galapagos islands. Valentina makes a promise to protect the islands and her animal friends"--

A rhyming poem about how all different kinds of baby animals grow up.

Some baby animals get rest standing up, and others get sleepy while swimming. Sleepy little humans will be lulled by animal friends getting cozy.

It''s bath time in the animal kingdom! Meet eight little critters from around the world as they clean up, each in their own way. From plunging through a snowdrift to steaming in a hot spring, lyrically simple text and charming painted illustrations introduce little listeners to a world of hygiene. And of course, everyone will recognize the surprise ninth entry at the end! A list at the back of the book gives the names of each baby animal in the order they appear. This is developmentally appropriate nonfiction for the youngest animal lovers — Kirkus Reviews

When a bear loses his bright red scarf in the woods, it is found--and lost again--by a series of animals that use it to keep warm or to have fun, but they disagree over who really owns it and cause a problem that only the scarf''s true owner can fix.

Badger cannot wait one more minute for it to snow. When his friend Hedgehog explains that everything comes in its time, Badger is as unconvinced and impatient as ever. But Badger’s friends have a few tricks up their sleeve to try to get the snow’s attention and distract their pal in the meantime. In the end, Badger sees there’s no trick—only waiting—until at last, it’s time.

Un jour de grand vent, un ours perd son écharpe dans la neige. Une joie pour tous les animaux de la forêt qui vont tour à tour se l''approprier. Le castor pour s''en faire un turban, la loutre une liane, les souris un trampoline... Mais dans quel état l''ours va-t-il retrouver son écharpe ?

Mummy''s tummy is growing round -- the new baby''s coming. What will I do, I wonder, to welcome the new baby? As the seasons pass, Emma makes her own song from the sounds she hears, all to share with her new little brother when he finally arrives. This sweet, lyrical story is a celebration of sounds and seasons, nature and family. A beautiful, reassuring book, perfect for any child preparing for a new little sister or brother.

On a wintry day, a bear loses his soft red scarf. The wind carries it *whoosh* to a pair of raccoons who use it to play tug-o-war. When they run off, a beaver dons the scarf as the perfect winter hat...until it gets tangled on a tree branch. The scarf is lost and found by a series of animals, including a fox and a couple of rascally squirrels, who use it as everything from a swing to a trampoline. When all the animals lay claim to the scarf at once, calamity ensues that can only be fixed by a bear, a little patience, and friendship, in this nearly wordless, clever picture book.

Disturbed by a deafening snore, Jack wakes up the family and animals one by one in search of the noisy culprit.

Because he misses his grandfather and is afraid Grandfather misses him since moving far away, Little Cottontail finds a way to send special gifts by wind, cloud, or river, then finds that Grandfather has sent something back.

Disturbed by a deafening snore, Jack wakes up the family and animals one by one in search of the noisy culprit.

When Cynthia Lucinda brings her Beautiful Pink Hairbow to the Trade-Ya club, Evelyn J. knows she must have it--even if it means trading her little brother for it! Full-color illustrations.

Little Skunk doesn’t know what to do when Big Bear comes down the mountain. He can’t run fast like Deer. Or fly away like Blue Jay. What can he do?

Ruby Jane thinks her sister Velma Jean is the bravest person in her family. Yet when a tornado comes, Ruby Jane shows she is brave herself when she draws upon her inner strength to stand up to the weather and save Velma Jean''s life. Color illustrations.

Inspired by a true event and just in time for fall''s pumpkin harvest, a talented team introduces a humble and generous hero as lovable as Forrest Gump who knows that winning isn''t always the reason to run a race. Full-color illustrations in oil. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.