Dan Santat
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"A middle grade graphic memoir based on bestselling author and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat's awkward middle school years and the trip to Europe that changed his life. Dan's always been a good kid. The kind of kid who listens to his teachers, helps his mom with grocery shopping, and stays out of trouble. But being a good kid doesn't stop him from being bullied and feeling like he's invisible, which is why Dan has low expectations when his parents...
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Lorraine: The Girl Who Sang the Storm Away 2024
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The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings 2026
New Twists on Old Nursery Rhymes
The Little Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings 2026
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After falling off the wall, Humpty Dumpty is very afraid of climbing up again, but is determined not to let fear stop him from being close to the birds.
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How to be a Good Friend
La La La 2024
Picture Books in Both English and Spanish/Libros ilustrados en ingles y español
How to be a Good Friend
La La La 2024
Picture Books in Both English and Spanish/Libros ilustrados en ingles y español
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An imaginary friend waits a long time to be imagined by a child and given a special name, and finally does the unimaginable--he sets out on a quest to find his perfect match in the real world.
4) The Aquanaut
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Ever since her father was lost at sea, Sophia has been moping around Aqualand, a marine theme park. But Sophia's world is turned upside-down when an "aquanaut" breaks into the park's research lab. To her amazement, Sophia discovers that the aquanaut is not what it seems: inside lives a band of goofy sea creatures! And when they all realize that Aqualand is more sinister than advertised, Sophia is determined to help the aquanaut crew free the park's...
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Me, Hulk, only feel mad Hulk wish can feel other feel. Bruce feel all feel. Bruce lucky. When scientist Bruce Banner starts to feel his emotions getting out of hand, he transforms into his alter ego, the Incredible Hulk! Usually, Hulk is ready to use his anger to smash supervillains, but when everyday moments like pickles on a burger (yuck!) begin triggering Bruce's transformations, Hulk grows frustrated. Will their differences get the better of them?...
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Dive in to this whimsically adventurous graphic novel from Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat!
Ever since her father was lost at sea, Sophia has been moping around Aqualand, the marine theme park her dad and uncle created. But Sophia's world is turned upside down when an "aquanaut" breaks into the park's research lab.
To her amazement, Sophia discovers that the aquanaut is not what it seems -- inside lives a band of four goofy sea creatures! And...
8) Sidekicks
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When Captain Amazing feels he's getting too old to be a reliable superhero, he tries to hire a new sidekick, but his pets have different ideas.
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In this graphic novel picture book from Marvel and Caldecott Medal–winning author Dan Santat, Bruce Banner and the Incredible Hulk work together to wrangle their super-sized emotions.
Sequential illustration panels combine with traditional picture book elements to create a dazzling new reading experience for budding Marvel fans—and a perfect introduction to comics for the youngest readers.
When scientist Bruce Banner...
Sequential illustration panels combine with traditional picture book elements to create a dazzling new reading experience for budding Marvel fans—and a perfect introduction to comics for the youngest readers.
When scientist Bruce Banner...
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Caldecott Medalist, National Book Award winner, and New York Times bestselling creator Dan Santat returns to Sidekicks with a brand-new adventure in this second series installment! Suit up for high-octane action and laughs!
There's trouble at the Society of Superheroes!
Captain Amazing, the longtime hero of Metro City, has retired, and he's enjoying a much-needed vacation at the World's Biggest Ball
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Suit up for this high-octane graphic novel debut by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat!
Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching criminals that he rarely has time for his pets — he hasn't even noticed they've been developing superpowers of their own!
So when Captain Amazing announces he needs a sidekick, his eager pets — a dog, a hamster, and a chameleon — all decide to audition for the
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"Captain Amazing is searching for a sidekick! Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching criminals that he rarely has time for his pets -- he hasn't even noticed they've been developing superpowers of their own! So when he announces that he needs a sidekick, his eager pets -- a dog, a cat, a hamster, and a chameleon -- all decide to audition for the part and a chance for some one-on-one time with the Captain. But Dr. Havoc,...
14) Thick as thieves
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Caldecott Medalist, National Book Award winner, and New York Times bestselling creator Dan Santat returns to Sidekicks with a brand-new adventure in this second series installment! Suit up for high-octane action and laughs!There's trouble at the Society of Superheroes!Captain Amazing, the longtime hero of Metro City, has retired, and he's enjoying a much-needed vacation at the World's Biggest Ball of Yarn. But while he's away, there's trouble at home!...
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Caldecott Medalist, National Book Award Winner, and New York Times bestselling creator Dan Santat returns to Sidekicks with a brand-new adventure in this second series installment! Suit up for high-octane action and laughs!
There's trouble at the Society of Superheroes!
Captain Amazing, the longtime hero of Metro City, has retired, and he's enjoying a much-needed vacation at the World's Biggest Ball of Yarn. But while he's away, there's trouble...
18) Sashimi
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"From the mega-talented Dan Santat comes a hilarious and beautifully illustrated tale of friendship, adventure and mystery. Sashimi is FRESH!!!" -Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog Man and Captain UnderpantsHe's funny. He's (too) friendly. He's... a fishboy named SASHIMI! A new graphic novel series from bestseller and Caldecott Medal winner Dan Santat. In the town of Barnacle Bay, a creature lurks. He's come from the ocean, in search of others like him. To...
19) Drawn together
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A boy and his grandfather cross a language and cultural barrier using their shared love of art, storytelling, and fantasy.
20) Dude!
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A platypus and a beaver who love surfing encounter a shark -- with unexpected results.



