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Fairies, Unicorns, Mermaids, and Dragons for Younger Kids


Fairies

Holabird, Katharine, author.
JEASY HOL
"It's Twinkle's first day at The Fairy School of Magic and Music, and she can't wait to make spells like all the other fairies. But Twinkle keeps forgetting the magic words, and her spells go from bad to worse!"--Publisher description

Spires, Ashley, 1978- author, illustrator.
JEASY SPI
All the fairies in Pixieville believe in magic--except Esther. She believes in science. When a forest tree stops growing, all the fairies are stumped--including Esther. But not for long! Esther knows that science can get to the root of the problem--and its solution!

Graham, Bob, 1942- author, illustrator.
JEASY GRA
"With their parents off on an urgent molar pickup, April and Esme are ready for a cozy overnight at Grandma and Grandpas teapot house by the airport fence. There will be fairy cakes to mix, pancakes and syrup for breakfast, a chocolate on each of their pillows. But then a call comes in about a small girl in a red coat, arriving from Ghana with a baby tooth somewhere in her pocket. Could this be a job for April and Esme, tooth fairy sisters? As always with Bob Graham, the beauty is in the details: Grandpa working out with a giant teabag-turned-punching-bag; fellow winged creatures hovering above the airport terminal (cupids to help people meet and angels to comfort the sad arrivals). Merging humor, poignancy, and a bit of heart-fluttering suspense, Bob Graham turns a familiar moment of childhood independence into a thing of magic"--Amazon.

Wahl, Phoebe, author, illustrator.
JEASY WAH
A girl searches for fairies in her backyard and the woods beyond, following little clues and traces of magic.

Barker, Cicely Mary, author.
J 821.912 BAR
The author has illustrated her own poems featuring fairies and flowers and the summer.

Cronin, Doreen.
JEASY CRO
When the glass kingdom begins cracking, the king and queen fail in their quest to get help from the fairy Bloom, who can work great magic but was banished because of her muddy boots and messiness, so they send Genevieve, an ordinary girl who will do what it takes to save the day.

Graham, Bob, 1942-
JEASY GRA
On their first assignment, two young tooth fairy sisters journey by night into the huge world of humans to collect Daniel Dangerfield's tooth and fly it safely home.

Numeroff, Laura Joffe.
JEASY NUM
Ponyella's dream of showing Princess Penelope her tricks at the pony championship comes true with the help of her fairy godmare.

Rogers, Gregory.
JEASY ROG
A bear is rescued by a fairy in an enchanted wood and agrees to return the favor by leading the battle against a usurper who has imprisoned the king and queen, along with their loyal subjects, in the dungeon of their castle.

Shannon, David, 1959-
JEASY SHA
Alice, who claims to be a Temporary Fairy, still has a lot to learn, such as how to make her clothes put themselves away in the closet.

Cowley, Joy.
JEASY COW
In Ireland, a young girl who cannot sing, dance, or control her temper stumbles across a faerie village, where a beautiful boy asks her to name her three wishes--but does not promise to grant them for her.

Barker, Cicely Mary.
J 821.912 BAR
Twenty illustrated poems depict the fairies who live in the garden among the crocuses, snapdragons, and other flowers.

Graham, Bob, 1942-
JEASY GRA
Annabelle finds a family of fairies in the cement and weeds, and they sing and dance for her when she gives them tea.

Kane, Tracy L.
JEASY KAN
Kristen is in for a surpise when she sets out to build a fairy house in the woods.

Yolen, Jane.
JEASY YOL
One Halloween night a fairy child befriends a human child and together they explore each other's worlds but neither wants to give up his or her own home.

Unicorns

Yoon, Helen, author, illustrator.
JEASY YOO
"See?" cries the calf. "Uni means one, and corn means horn!" Even their baby picture proves it: they were born with one horn! But as the eager little calf continues their research, a budding identity crisis arises when they realize they don't quite check all the boxes--should a certain lack of moonlight sparkle or silky mane or rainbow poop decide the issue. Perhaps some unexpected encouragement from a pack of "real" unicorns might be just the assurance they need? -- Provided by publisher.

Smith, Briony May, author, illustrator.
JEASY SMI
"Margaret's whole world changes when her family moves to a cottage by the sea to be near her grandma. One evening, Margaret spots a mist over the water. No, that's not mist ... clouds maybe? No, they're unicorns descending onto the shore! They vanish as quickly as they'd appeared, but accidentally leave behind a baby, tangled in the weeds. Margaret, lonely and in need of a friend, brings him home and cares for him through the fall and winter. Together, they chase the waves, stomp on frozen puddles, and build snow unicorns. When spring finally comes around, and the other unicorns return, Margaret's takes her small friend back to his family ... but these two won't forget one another. And though Margaret misses him, she has made a new friend, and her new cottage is starting to feel like home. With all the feel of a classic, here is a picture book young readers will want to revisit again and again."--Amazon.com.

Simpson, Dana, 1977- artist, author.
J GN FICTION SIM
"What could be more magical than having a unicorn as a best friend? For nine-year-old Phoebe Howell, it all started while she was skipping rocks across a pond and accidentally hit a dazzling but self-absorbed unicorn named Marigold Heavenly Nostrils. Together, the unlikely BFFs discover a world full of magical mysteries and adventure, taking on everything from cruel classmates to candy-breathing dragons."--Back cover

Von Innerebner, Jessika, author, illustrator.
JEASY VON
Everyone knows that unicorns are perfect, and Kevin is definitely a unicorn. So how is it possible that Kevin is having anything less than a perfect day? This hilarious story about a day that goes from bad to worse is a helpful reminder that perfection is overrated.

Murray, Diana, author.
JEASY MUR
The unicorns are celebrating their favorite day of the year, complete with rainbows and sparkly butterflies, but when an impostor (a horse with a fake horn) arrives, will the party continue with all its glittery glory?

Rosenthal, Amy Krouse, author.
JEASY ROS
A powerful, shared wish helps Uni the unicorn and the little girl who believes in him to save the land of unicorns from seemingly endless rain.

Hood, Morag (Illustrator), author.
JEASY HOO
Are you a unicorn expert? Then meet Sophie Johnson... you have a lot in common! Sophie Johnson is an endearing new picture book character, who is just bursting with information and knowledge that she is keen to pass on. She's a self-confessed unicorn expert (among other things) and has dressed up her toys and pets with their own unique horns. Strange then, that she doesn't seem to notice the real unicorn who has come into her house. A wonderfully humorous story, from a new picture book dream-team, Morag Hood and Ella Okstad about a unicorn hiding in plain sight and a little girl who is totally oblivious to his presence! Ideal for fans of unicorns, rainbows and magic everywhere!

Rosenthal, Amy Krouse.
JEASY ROS
Uni the unicorn believes that little girls are real.

Shea, Bob.
JEASY SHE
Envy turns to admiration and finally to friendship for Goat and Unicorn.

Kann, Victoria.
JEASY KAN
A little girl and her brother play with her imaginary gold-horned unicorn that can float on water, fly, and turn herself into a fairy princess.

Mermaids

DiPucchio, Kelly, author.
JEASY DIP
Oona the mermaid is friends with everyone, but when her attempts to befriend a shark with sensory issues fail miserably she realizes what may be fun for her may be overwhelming for him.

Idle, Molly Schaar, author, illustrator.
JEASY IDL
A disagreement between Coral, Filly, and Manta, three young mermaids who work together to build and safeguard the reef that is their home, must quickly be set right.

Idle, Molly Schaar, author, illustrator.
JEASY IDL
When young Pearl, a mermaid, becomes caretaker of a single grain of sand, she discovers that performing even the smallest task well can transform the world.

Love, Jessica, author, illustrator.
JEASY LOV
While riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train car. When Julián gets home, daydreaming of the magic he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies in his own fabulous mermaid costume: a butter-yellow curtain for his tail, the fronds of a potted fern for his headdress. But what will Abuela think about the mess he makes -- and even more importantly, what will she think about how Julián sees himself?

Wetzel, JoAnne, author.
JEASY WET
Molly enjoys her first day at Mermaid School, where she makes new friends, learns new things, and hears a story about children with no tails.

Brett, Jan, 1949- author, illustrator.
JEASY BRE
"Set in the ocean off Japan, this retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears stars Kiniro, a mermaid, who finds a baby octopus's breakfast, chair, and bed just right"-- Provided by publisher.

Campbell, K. G. (Keith Gordon), 1966- author, illustrator.
JEASY CAM
Each of King Neptunes 50 mermaid daughters boasts a special talent, except for little Minnow, who seems to be good only at asking questions. When she finds a strange object, Minnow follows her questions to a wondrous place and finds answers, including the answer to the most important question of all: Who am I? A gorgeously illustrated story about finding one's purpose.

Ray, Jane, 1960-
JEASY SP RAY
A young girl befriends a strange girl on the beach and when she learns that the girl is a mermaid, she is reluctant to let her go.

Dragons

Leung, Julie, author.
JEASY LEU
In a mix of Eastern and Western mythologies, a mother tells her child about two forests inhabited by different, but equally enchanting dragons that coexist within the child's heart.

Wallace, Adam, author.
JEASY SP WAL
Los dragones son un grupo muy astuto, y son difíciles de atrapar. Tendrás que tenderles la trampa definitiva…, pero ¿has encontrado a tu rival?

LaRochelle, David, author.
JEASY LAR
High on a mountain live 100 mighty dragons all named Broccoli. When a tremendous wind blows half the dragons away, ten others sail off to become professional surfers in Hawaii. The oldest and youngest dragons take a train to New York City to start their own heavy metal band. And a mysterious wizard turns four more into a unicorn, a werewolf, a zombie, and a tiny pink poodle. Now how many dragons are left? Young readers will delight in following each and every dragon as they leave their home for marvelous adventures, until there is but one dragon remaining. That's when this final dragon named Broccoli retreats to a cave for the winter and reappears in the spring with a surprise that will thrill and delight. Prepare to read again!

Dean, James, 1957- author, illustrator.
JEASY DEA
When a dragon kidnaps Lady Callie, Sir Pete the Brave must come to her rescue.

Florian, Douglas, author, illustrator.
JEASY FLO
Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text guide the reader in drawing scaly, knobby-kneed dragons that fly, play musical instruments, ride bicycles, and more.

Gliori, Debi.
JEASY GLI
A dragon finds an abandoned egg and lovingly raises the hatchling as her own, although Little One is very different from the baby dragons, and when disaster strikes it is the small, feathered hatchling that saves the day.

Gravett, Emily.
JEASY GRA
At bedtime, Cedric the dragon wants his mother to read his favorite book again, and again, and again.

Gravett, Emily, author, illustrator.
JEASY SP GRA
At bedtime, Cedric the dragon wants his mother to read his favorite book again, and again, and again.

Joosse, Barbara M.
JEASY JOO
"When a lonely dragon follows a trail of princess tears, a beautiful friendship is born. They march and sing, roar and whisper, hide and seek, then settle into snug companionship at bedtime"-- Provided by publisher.

Rubin, Adam, 1983-
JEASY RUB
Explores the love dragons have for tacos, and the dangers of feeding them anything with spicy salsa.

Rubin, Adam, 1983- author.
JEASY SP RUB
Si quieres ser amigo de un dragón, los tacos son la clave.

Rubin, Adam, 1983- author.
JEASY RUB
"When dragons run out of tacos, they travel back in time to get a fresh supply"-- Provided by publisher.

Rubin, Adam, 1983- author.
JEASY SP RUB
When dragons run out of tacos, they travel back in time to get a fresh supply.

Light, Steve, author.
JEASY LIG
In the heart of the city, among the taxis and towers, a small boy travels uptown and down, searching for his friend. Readers will certainly spot the glorious beast, plus an array of big-city icons they can count. Is the dragon taking the crosstown bus, or breathing his fiery breath below a busy street? Maybe he took a taxi to the zoo or is playing with the dogs in the park.

Banks, Kate, 1960-
JEASY BAN
Many unusual and unexpected things happen while Max plays with his invisible dragon.

Mayhew, James, 1964-
JEASY MAY
A dashing knight decides it's time to impress the golden-haired princess. All he needs is a dragon to show off his marvelous talents.

LaRochelle, David.
JEASY LAR
A young boy enlists the help of a dragon to persuade his mother to let him have a dog as a pet.

Mayhew, James, 1964-
JEASY MAY
A baby dragon, looking for someone to love and cuddle him, finally encounters his mother.

Mayhew, James.
JEASY SP MAY

Munsch, Robert N., 1945- author.
JEASY MUN
Princess Elizabeth is set to marry Prince Ronald, when a dragon attacks the castle and kidnaps him. In resourceful fashion, Elizabeth finds the dragon, outsmarts it, and rescues Ronald -- who is less than pleased by her un-princess-like appearance.

Robertson, M. P.
JEASY ROB
George hatches a dragon from a strange egg that he finds and then faces the challenge of raising him properly.