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Books & Magazines Monster Mash A rollicking, rocking salute to the 1960s classic song, and it's sure to catch on like a flash. So do the Mash! The Monster Mash! Written by David Catrow; Orchard Books, Scholastic, 2012; $16.99; www.scholastic.com. Fun for all ages. The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore Red Knit Cap Girl With the help of her animal friend, Red Knit Cap Girl seeks to meet the moon. She realizes the importance of appreciating quiet and solitude. The most striking feature of this book is the beautiful illustrations, which were originally painted on wood. The art is minimal, reflective of an Asian style; newspaper cutouts are used for the lanterns. Very unique. Written by Naoko Stoop; Little, Brown and Company, 2012; $15.99; www.lb-kids.com. Ages 3 and up. Beautifully and fantastically illustrated, it tells the story of how Mr. Lessmore escapes tragedy by opening a book and turning a page. This is a tribute to book lovers everywhere. Written by William Joyce; Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2012; $17.99; www.simonandschuster.com. Ages 3 and up. EARLY ELEMENTARY: AGES 6 TO 8 Bon Appétit! The Delicious Life of Julia Child Your budding gourmet cook will learn about this trailblazing chef in a picture book biography. There's an abundance of interesting tidbits about Julia, the woman who brought French cooking into American homes. Written by Jessie Hartland; Schwartz & Wade Books (Random House Children's Books); $17.99; www.randomhouse.com/kids. Fun for the entire family. Crafty Chloe Chloe might not excel at sports, dance or video games, but she's got mad skills as a crafter. The spunky heroine uses those talents when presented with the problem of finding the perfect birthday present for her best friend, Emma. Written by Kelly DiPucchio, illustrated by Heather Ross; 29 24 Magazine | Month 2012 Fredericksburg Parent and Family • December 2012 Atheneum, 2012; $16.99; kids. SimonandSchuster.com. Ages 4 and up. Those Rebels, John and Tom John and Tom were complete opposites; yet they shared a deep commitment for American independence from Great Britain. This picture book biography tells the story of how an unlikely friendship between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson turned into a great partnership. The author uses direct quotes whenever possible, and the illustrations cleverly set the colonial scene. Written by Barbara Kerley, illustrated by Edwin Fotheringham; Scholastic Press; $17.99; www.scholastic.com. Ages 6 to 8. Twice As Good: The Story of William Powell and Clearview, the Only Golf Course Designed, Built, and Owned by an African American Young Willie Powell loved golf at a time when the sport was denied to African-Americans. He learned he had to be "twice as good" as white players. He eventually overcame his challenges by building his own golf course. This is an inspirational story of a young man's perseverance. Written by Richard Michelson, illustrated by Eric Velasquez; Sleeping Bear Press; $16.95; www.sleepingbearpress.com. Ages 6 to10. World Atlas This gorgeous atlas presentation has lift-up spots and pull-open pages. The entire family will want to pore over each page again and again. Bright, vibrant and immensely entertaining and informative! Written by Nick Crane, illustrated by David Dean; Barefoot Books, 2011; $19.99; www.barefootbooks. com. Fun for the entire family.