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Newbery Medalist Katherine Paterson pairs with illustrator Francois
Roca to provide an artistic display of the life of Jesus in The Light of
the World (0545011728, $17.99). A simple review of Jesus' life
story is presented for young picturebook readers and makes for a perfect
introduction for families looking at easy picturebooks to get kids
started on the Bible. Knut by Juliana, Isabella and Craig Hatkoff and
Dr. Gerald R. Uhlich (0545047161, $16.99) tells of a little polar bear
cub born in 2006 in Germany, Knut. The true story of a little bear cub
who needed a family is captured in photos from Zoo Berlin of Knut's
early days and more, making for an engaging tale.
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