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General Recommendations

Best Fiction for Younger Readers of 2014

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ChiPubLib_Kids

Chicago Public Library

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We recommend these as the very best fiction published for kids in Kindergarten through 3rd grade in 2014.

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ChiPubLib_Kids

Chicago Public Library

21 items

21 items

Bad Kitty

Bad Kitty

Drawn to Trouble

by Bruel, Nick

Book - 2014

Bad Kitty and his author/illustrator explore the parts of a successful story as they add all kinds of characters, ridiculous plots and a slobbering antagonist (gross!). Bad Kitty and his author/illustrator explore the parts of a successful story as they add all kinds of characters, ridiculous plots and a slobbering antagonist (gross!). Show less

Bad Kitty and his author/illustrator explore the parts of a successful story as they add all kinds of characters, ridiculous plots and a slobbering antagonist (gross!). Bad Kitty and his author/illustrator explore the parts of a successful story as they add all kinds of characters, ridiculous plots and a slobbering antagonist (gross!). Show less

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The Chicken Squad

The Chicken Squad

The First Misadventure

by Cronin, Doreen

Book - 2014

Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Show less

Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Show less

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The Case of the Weird Blue Chicken

The Case of the Weird Blue Chicken

The Next Misadventure

by Cronin, Doreen

Book - 2014

Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Show less

Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Laugh yourself silly with four adorable chicks and one grumpy dog as they try to solve mysteries in the yard. Show less

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Comics Squad

Comics Squad

Recess!

Paperback - 2014

See how your favorite comic book characters enjoy your favorite school subject – RECESS! See how your favorite comic book characters enjoy your favorite school subject – RECESS! Show less

See how your favorite comic book characters enjoy your favorite school subject – RECESS! See how your favorite comic book characters enjoy your favorite school subject – RECESS! Show less

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Cupcake Cousins

Cupcake Cousins

by Hannigan, Kate

Book - 2014

Willow and Delia are far too old to be flower girls in their aunt’s wedding so they try to convince everyone they can bake the cake instead. Willow and Delia are far too old to be flower girls in their aunt’s wedding so they try to convince everyone they can bake the cake instead. Show less

Willow and Delia are far too old to be flower girls in their aunt’s wedding so they try to convince everyone they can bake the cake instead. Willow and Delia are far too old to be flower girls in their aunt’s wedding so they try to convince everyone they can bake the cake instead. Show less

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Dog Gone!

Dog Gone!

by Amato, Mary

Book - 2014

Billy and Jillian are back to save the day when their parents steal dog TV star Poochie Smoochie. Billy and Jillian are back to save the day when their parents steal dog TV star Poochie Smoochie. Show less

Billy and Jillian are back to save the day when their parents steal dog TV star Poochie Smoochie. Billy and Jillian are back to save the day when their parents steal dog TV star Poochie Smoochie. Show less

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Dory Fantasmagory

Dory Fantasmagory

by Hanlon, Abby

Book - 2014

Explore the overactive imagination of one little girl as she fights monsters, meets her fairy godmother and generally annoys her entire family. Explore the overactive imagination of one little girl as she fights monsters, meets her fairy godmother and generally annoys her entire family. Show less

Explore the overactive imagination of one little girl as she fights monsters, meets her fairy godmother and generally annoys her entire family. Explore the overactive imagination of one little girl as she fights monsters, meets her fairy godmother and generally annoys her entire family. Show less

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Emma and the Blue Genie

Emma and the Blue Genie

by Funke, Cornelia

Book - 2014

When Emma uncorks a bottle on the beach, she finds a blue genie whose powers have been stolen by the evil yellow genie, and together they take a magic carpet ride to the land of dreams. When Emma uncorks a bottle on the beach, she finds a blue genie whose powers have been stolen by the evil yellow genie, and together they take a magic carpet ride to the land of dreams. Show less

When Emma uncorks a bottle on the beach, she finds a blue genie whose powers have been stolen by the evil yellow genie, and together they take a magic carpet ride to the land of dreams. When Emma uncorks a bottle on the beach, she finds a blue genie whose powers have been stolen by the evil yellow genie, and together they take a magic carpet ride to the land of dreams. Show less

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Frank Einstein and the Antimatter Motor

Frank Einstein and the Antimatter Motor

by Scieszka, Jon

Book - 2014

Scientist and inventor Frank Einstein plans to win the Midville Science Prize. With a little help from robots Klink and Klank he just might succeed – unless his nemesis T. Edison gets there first. Scientist and inventor Frank Einstein plans to win the Midville Science Prize. With a little help from robots Klink and Klank he just might succeed – unless his nemesis T. Edison gets there first. Show less

Scientist and inventor Frank Einstein plans to win the Midville Science Prize. With a little help from robots Klink and Klank he just might succeed – unless his nemesis T. Edison gets there first. Scientist and inventor Frank Einstein plans to win the Midville Science Prize. With a little help from robots Klink and Klank he just might succeed – unless his nemesis T. Edison gets there first. Show less

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I Didn't Do My Homework Because

I Didn't Do My Homework Because

by Calì, Davide

Book - 2014

How can you do your homework when giant lizards invade your neighborhood? How can you do your homework when giant lizards invade your neighborhood? Show less

How can you do your homework when giant lizards invade your neighborhood? How can you do your homework when giant lizards invade your neighborhood? Show less

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Leroy Ninker Saddles up

Leroy Ninker Saddles up

by DiCamillo, Kate

Book - 2014

All Leroy ever wanted was to be a cowboy, now all he needs is a horse. All Leroy ever wanted was to be a cowboy, now all he needs is a horse. Show less

All Leroy ever wanted was to be a cowboy, now all he needs is a horse. All Leroy ever wanted was to be a cowboy, now all he needs is a horse. Show less

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Lost in Bermooda

Lost in Bermooda

by Litwin, Mike

Book - 2014

Visit this mootopia filled with walking, talking cows and one little lost hu’man. Visit this mootopia filled with walking, talking cows and one little lost hu’man. Show less

Visit this mootopia filled with walking, talking cows and one little lost hu’man. Visit this mootopia filled with walking, talking cows and one little lost hu’man. Show less

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The Miniature World of Marvin & James

The Miniature World of Marvin & James

by Broach, Elise

Book - 2014

Marvin the beetle has a grand adventure despite being left behind when his human friend James goes on vacation. Marvin the beetle has a grand adventure despite being left behind when his human friend James goes on vacation. Show less

Marvin the beetle has a grand adventure despite being left behind when his human friend James goes on vacation. Marvin the beetle has a grand adventure despite being left behind when his human friend James goes on vacation. Show less

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Missing Monkey!

Missing Monkey!

by Amato, Mary

Book - 2014

Raised by thieving parents, Billy and Jillian try doing the right thing for a change when their mom and dad steal a monkey from the Lincoln Park Zoo. Raised by thieving parents, Billy and Jillian try doing the right thing for a change when their mom and dad steal a monkey from the Lincoln Park Zoo. Show less

Raised by thieving parents, Billy and Jillian try doing the right thing for a change when their mom and dad steal a monkey from the Lincoln Park Zoo. Raised by thieving parents, Billy and Jillian try doing the right thing for a change when their mom and dad steal a monkey from the Lincoln Park Zoo. Show less

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Monkey and Elephant Go Gadding

Monkey and Elephant Go Gadding

by Schaefer, Carole Lexa

Book - 2014

Come along with Monkey and Elephant as they frolic through the jungle. Come along with Monkey and Elephant as they frolic through the jungle. Show less

Come along with Monkey and Elephant as they frolic through the jungle. Come along with Monkey and Elephant as they frolic through the jungle. Show less

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My New Friend Is So Fun!

My New Friend Is So Fun!

by Willems, Mo

Book - 2014

Elephant and Snake imagine the worst when their best friends start playing together. Elephant and Snake imagine the worst when their best friends start playing together. Show less

Elephant and Snake imagine the worst when their best friends start playing together. Elephant and Snake imagine the worst when their best friends start playing together. Show less

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Odd, Weird & Little

Odd, Weird & Little

by Jennings, Patrick

Book - 2014

There’s something odd and weird about the feathery new kid in Woodrow's class. There’s something odd and weird about the feathery new kid in Woodrow's class. Show less

There’s something odd and weird about the feathery new kid in Woodrow's class. There’s something odd and weird about the feathery new kid in Woodrow's class. Show less

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The Princess in Black

The Princess in Black

by Hale, Shannon

Paperback - 2014

Not all princesses wear pink. Not all princesses wear pink. Show less

Not all princesses wear pink. Not all princesses wear pink. Show less

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Poppy the Pirate Dog's New Shipmate

Poppy the Pirate Dog's New Shipmate

by Kessler, Liz

Book - 2014

Poppy is super excited about her new “friend” until she hears it meow. Poppy is super excited about her new “friend” until she hears it meow. Show less

Poppy is super excited about her new “friend” until she hears it meow. Poppy is super excited about her new “friend” until she hears it meow. Show less

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The School Is Alive!

The School Is Alive!

by Chabert, Jack

Paperback - 2014

School has never been so scary. School has never been so scary. Show less

School has never been so scary. School has never been so scary. Show less

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Waiting Is Not Easy!

Waiting Is Not Easy!

by Willems, Mo

Paperback - 2014

Gerald has no patience for the surprise Piggie has in store for him. Gerald has no patience for the surprise Piggie has in store for him. Show less

Gerald has no patience for the surprise Piggie has in store for him. Gerald has no patience for the surprise Piggie has in store for him. Show less

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