Diane deGroat

• Jul-2022
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A comic-book superhero climbs off the page and into the real world. When they get into trouble, his biggest fan is there to save the day. Imagine you could meet your favorite comic-book hero in the real world. What kinds of questions would you ask...

• Nov-2018
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When Gilbert gets stuck with annoying tattletale Philip as his partner for the class trip to Pilgrim Town, he wishes Philip would just get lost! But when Gilbert hides from Philip in the bathroom and can't get out, he's sure he'll have to spend Th...

• Dec-2012
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• Nov-2012
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• May-2012
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Who lost a tooth? Gilbert's tooth is wiggly and loose all through spelling and lunch. Then he scores a run in kickball and -- BAM! -- his tooth is knocked right out of his mouth! Gilbert is so excited that the tooth fairy will be visiting. But Lew...

• Feb-2011
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Gilbert has trouble coming up with ideas. First he couldn't think of a springtime poem, and now he needs an idea for an Earth Day project! Everyone else in Mrs. Byrd's class is busy working on posters about recycling and saving water and electricity,...

• Feb-2011
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Gilbert and Lola are excited that their cousin Wally is coming for a visit -- just in time for the Easter egg hunt! But soon they learn how competitive Wally has become. He has to be the fastest, be the first in line, and find the most eggs, no matte...

• Jun-2010
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Gilbert is excited for a perfect day at the beach . . . until Lola is scared of the water and Gilbert forgets his bathing suit! Even after buying a cool new suit that says "Surfer Dude" on it, will Gilbert end up in deep water?...

• Feb-2010
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• Aug-2009
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Laugh out-loud dog fun!

Readers of all ages will howl out loud as thirty five different dogs show what they can do, and what they can't do! The hysterical photographs and illustrations are paired with fold-out fun. Dogs make us laugh with th...

• May-2009
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It's the last day of school!Gilbert is excited about summer vacation. First there's a class party, and Mrs. Byrd will give out the end-of-the-year awards. But will Gilbert even get one? Patty's the best speller. Philip's the best reader. What is Gilb...

• Feb-2009
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Gilbert is back -- no fooling! Diane deGroat's delightful story and fun-filled illustrations will enchant readers, especially when they discover the surprises in many of the illustrations... This sweet and funny April Fools' Day book is a good choice...

• May-2008
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Gilbert's day camp is going on an overnight trip, and Gilbert expects nothing but fun. But when loudmouthed Lewis tells him about the Camp Hi-Dee-Ho ghost, he can't help but feel a little nervous. He doesn't want his friends to think he's a scared...

• Jul-2007
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It's the first day of first grade! Gilbert is looking forward to learning how to read and making new friends, but . . .

Will the teacher be nice? Will first grade be too hard? Will he like his classmates? Will they like him?

• Feb-2007
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That meanie Lewis always teases Gilbert. So why would Lewis invite Gilbert to his birthday party? Gilbert goes to the party armed with a cheerful grin, a brightly wrapped package -- and a plan to get even for Lewis's rotten behavior. But this birt...

• Aug-2006
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This story, featuring Gilbert the beloved opossum, is a wise and funny tale of truth and lies and butterflies! that's a perfect tie-in for President's Day, Independence Day, and school units on biography....

• Sep-2005
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When Gilbert gets stuck with annoying tattletale Philip as his partner for the class trip to Pilgrim Town, he wishes Philip would just get lost! But when Gilbert hides from Philip in the bathroom and can't get out, he's sure he'll have to spend Thank...

• Jan-2005
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• Sep-2004
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• Oct-2003
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No time for homework!

When Mrs. Byrd gives the class homework for the weekend, Gilbert just can't seem to find the time to do it. That's because it's almost Christmas, and Gilbert has other important things to do, like de...

• Dec-2001
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Gus and Gertie arrive at the Animals' Winter Olympics with dreams of winning gold as Antarctica's first synchronized swimming team, but the missing event is the least of their worries when athletes' lucky charms--including Gertie's--turn up missing. ...

• Sep-1999
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Gilbert wants to be a Martian Space Pilot at the school costume parade, but a mix-up leaves him with nothing but his little sister's ballerina tutu to wear! In this hilarious follow-up to the best-selling Roses are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink, every...

• Feb-1996
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This Valentine's Day favorite read-aloud will prompt lots of giggles, as well as discussions on kindness and forgiveness.Gilbert is all set to write fifteen friendly valentine cards to his classmates. But how can he write a nice poem for the boy...

• Jun-1994
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• Oct-1992
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Woof! Woof! Five delightful stories featuring everyone’s favorite sleepy dog!Charlie the Ranch Dog: Charlie's Snow DayCharlie the Ranch Dog: Where's the Bacon?Charlie the Ranch Dog: Charlie's New FriendCharlie the Ranch ...