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All lists are compiled by Missouri River Regional Library staff. If you have any suggestions for other lists please contact Angie Bayne, Children's Librarian, at baynea@mrrl.org or 634-6064 x.253.

  The Familiars by Jay Epstein

  I’m Bored by Michael Ian Black

When a bored girl meets a potato who finds children tedious, she tries to prove him wrong by demonstrating all of the things they can do, from turning cartwheels to using their imaginations.

  Young Fredle by Cynthia Voigt

Fredle, a young mouse cast out of his home, faces dangers and predators outside, makes some important discoveries and allies, and learns the meaning of freedom as he struggles to return home.

  Painter and Ugly written and illustrated by Robert Blake

Painter and Ugly, two sled dogs who are inseparable best friends, are put on different teams for the Junior Iditarod, but they manage to find their way back to one another for the big race.

  Close to Famous by Joan Bauer

Smile by Raina Telgemeier

Children up to age 12 are welcome to join Gym-Zzouri for an hour of gymnastics! No reservations are required. This event takes the place of Family Story Time on the following dates:

Wednesday, April 3, 10:30-11:30 am
Wednesday, May 1, 10:30-11:30 am

  The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks

A nine-year-old boy receives a plastic Indian, a cupboard, and a little key for his birthday and finds himself involved in adventure when the Indian comes to life in the cupboard and befriends him.