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Do you know how to create an algorithm? These cats sure do! Author Brian P. Cleary offers a fun and accessible introduction to algorithms with the help of the CATegorical cats.

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

Rhyming verse from Brian P. Cleary presents the fictional Clip-Clop Elementary School's celebration of "Onomatopoeia Day." Enthusiastic young students make their way from band room (Rattle! Boom! Twang!) to the gym (Whiff! Whack! Swish!) to the science lab (Hiss! Spurt! Ding!) and beyond. Brief back matter offers additional examples of onomatopoeias—words that imitate sounds.

Are you ready for a library adventure? Join a group of children as they explore the Dewey decimal system! Search for ghosts in the 100s section, track down everything from costumes to cars in the 300s, and be on the lookout for sports and music in the 700s. By the end of the book, you'll be more than ready to dive into Dewey on your own!

Can cats code? These cats sure can! Find out all about loops and conditionals, presented with playful rhyming verse. Kids will learn how loops and conditionals can save coders time, with lots of examples from everyday life. If loops and conditionals are throwing you for a loop, then this is just the book for you!

Cats can code? These cats sure can! Playful rhyming verse introduce coding languages and syntax. Listeners will learn why we need special languages for coding and examples from a number of languages. And they'll quickly find out why correct syntax is key for avoiding up-mixes mix-ups!

Can cats code? These cats sure can! Computer bugs come to life with playful rhyming verse. Listeners will learn about types of errors that can bring a computer to a crawl. And they'll discover these bugs aren't so scary - all thanks to debugging!

What is a mammal? Dogs, whales, elephants, and many other creatures are all mammals!

Brian Cleary brings his trademark sense of humor to the subject of measuring length. A rhyming text filled with funny examples explains how to use and compare metric and US customary units of length. Listeners are also introduced to the tools they need to measure length - rulers, metersticks, and more.

In this wacky look at weight, Brian P. Cleary introduces essential measurement units - from grams to pounds to tons. The comical cats of the wildly popular Words Are CATegorical® series show how to measure trucks, trains, ducks, cranes, and more. Peppy rhymes and kid-friendly examples make light work of this heavy topic.

What is a prefix? You'll find the answer inside this book - it's overflowing with prefixes. Brian P. Cleary's playful rhymes creatively present the concept of prefixes for young listeners. Pre- and Re-, Mis- and Dis-: What Is a Prefix? turns traditional grammar lessons on end! Listen to this book and delight in the sense - and nonsense - of words.

What is a fish? Stingrays, goldfish, sharks, and many other creatures are all fish!

What is a conjunction? You'll find the answer inside this book - because it's chock-full of conjunctions! Brian P. Cleary's playful yet informative rhymes creatively clarify the concept of conjunctions for young listeners. While you listen to this book, share in the delight of the sense - and nonsense - of words.

What is a reptile? Turtles, iguanas, crocodiles, and many other creatures are all reptiles!

This accessible, lighthearted look at language introduces homonyms and homophones. Playful rhymes make both concepts memorable. At the end, listeners are challenged to apply what they've learned - and they'll have fun doing so.

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

Come along with me and learn all about reading! Brian P. Cleary's wacky sentences make phonics fun!

What is in the vegetable group? Carrots, broccoli, eggplant, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young readers a whole crop of vegetable examples and highlights some of their health benefits. Enjoy this tasty treat of an audiobook! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

What is physical activity? Moving your body in a way that uses energy - playing soccer, dancing, throwing a Frisbee, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners a whole playground of activities and highlight some of the health benefits of exercise. Enjoy this energy booster of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.

What is in the protein foods group? Hamburgers, turkey, tuna, peanuts, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse gives young listeners oodles of examples from the protein foods group and highlights some of their health benefits. Enjoy this tasty treat of a book! This revised edition contains MyPlate information and recommendations.