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| Colette's Lost Pet by Isabelle ArsenaultA new arrival in the neighborhood, Colette doesn't let her parents' "no pet" edict stop her from inventing an imaginary animal companion. "I lost my pet," she tells the kids next door, who begin asking curious questions. Colette improvises (her pet is, um…a parakeet!) and then continues spinning her tale with each new neighbor she meets (her pet is a blue-and-yellow parakeet named Marie-Antoinette that makes a sound like "Prrrruiiiit"…). How will Colette's new friends feel when they discover that the bird is merely a flight of fancy? You'll have to read through to the unexpected ending of this charming, minimally colored picture book to find out. |
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| Little Excavator by Anna DewdneyIt's tough being the smallest vehicle on the construction site, especially when you're as eager to help as Little Excavator. Tiny, yellow, and bursting with can-do spirit, Little Excavator keeps trying to join in the park-building process, but the bigger vehicles just keep telling him "not yet." Rhythmic and bursting with machine sound effects that are "just begging to be read aloud with dramatic effect" (Kirkus Reviews), this tale of a pint-sized helper in search of a job to match is a crowd-pleaser that may rival the late author's popular Llama Llama series. For another exuberant, anthropomorphic construction vehicle, try Candace Fleming's Bulldozer series. |
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| Firefighter Duckies! by Frank W. DormerMeet the Firefighter Duckies: "They are brave. They are strong. They rescue…" anyone in need of help, no matter how outrageous the predicament. A gorilla with a flaming chef's hat? No problem! A whale stuck in a tree? All in a day's work! Dinosaurs who've lost control of their bikes? They've got a solution for that too, because the Firefighter Duckies aren't just brave and strong, they're also kind and helpful. With exaggerated illustrations, an over-the-top tone, and plenty of repetition to encourage child participation, Firefighter Duckies! is an upbeat and satisfyingly silly story. |
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Chugga Chugga Choo Choo
by Emma Garcia
Chugga chugga choo choo. Here comes the train. And it's rolling down the tracks in this vibrant picture book! All aboard, and all join in as the cheerful little train chugs past the seaside, the farm, the forest, the city, and into the station for a nice long rest. Along the way, a flock of noisy seagulls and blackbirds, pigeons and geese hop on for the ride. Kids will have fun looking at Emma Garcia's colorful, collaged landscapes and counting all the honking, cooing, tweeting birds.
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The Fog
by Kyo Maclear
A whimsical environmental fable depicts a human-watching little bird who becomes dismayed when a deep fog rolls in and obstructs his view, a largely ignored dilemma that compels the bird to seek out others who notice it. By the award-winning author of Stray Love.
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Town is By the Sea
by Joanne Schwartz
A young boy begins a poignant summer day marked by the sounds of the sea, a visit to his grandfather's grave and a simple family meal while he reflects on his father's work digging for coal deep beneath the ocean. Illustrated by the award-winning artist of Sidewalk Flowers.
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| Gaston by Kelly DiPucchio; illustrated by Christian RobinsonGaston the puppy lives with his poodle siblings Fi-Fi, Foo-Foo, and Ooh-La-La. Antoinette the puppy lives with her bulldog siblings Rocky, Ricky, and Bruno. Even though they don't look like their families, both Gaston and Antoinette are loved and happy in their homes. When their parents discover that the two puppies were switched at birth, they attempt to switch them back…only to realize that family is about much more than biology. Chunky, stylish illustrations pair perfectly with this sweet story that will resonate with anyone who's found comfort in a chosen family. If you love Gaston, don't miss the sequel, Antoinette. |
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| Wolfie the Bunny by Ame Dyckman; illustrated by Zachariah OHoraNobody will listen to Dot. The little bunny warned her parents about adopting a wolf cub -- "HE'S GOING TO EAT US ALL UP!" -- but in their eyes, Wolfie can do no wrong. They let the drooling (yuck!) Wolfie follow Dot around and allow him to eat his way through their carrot supply. Dot, however, remains vigilant. Yet when Wolfie finally pounces, it's not for the reason Dot expected. While adults will appreciate Wolfie the Bunny's playfully modern details (the bunnies shop at a local co-op), kids will be drawn to its bold, colorful artwork and relatable family situations. |
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| Bear Is Not Tired by Ciara GavinAfter being adopted by a family of ducks, Bear is settling comfortably into his new life. Eating, sleeping, playing, swimming -- Bear does everything that his feathered brethren do. (Well, everything except flying.) Then the first winter air tickles Bear's nose; it's time to hibernate! Though he tries to resist, Bear starts falling asleep during family activities. Thankfully, Mama Duck has a smart solution that will allow Bear to snooze away the winter without missing out. Rounded shapes and pastel colors in the illustrations add a gentle, homey feel to this picture book that will be a hit with fans of Karma Wilson's Bear Snores On. |
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