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Picture Books January 2018
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Kunkush : the true story of a refugee cat by Marne VenturaThe true story about one cat’s journey to be reunited with his war-torn family has been seen by millions of people and is now a heartwarming picture book.
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Red Again
by Barbara Lehman
After picking up a red book from the side of a city street, a hoodie-clad boy examines his find. Inside, pictures of a far-off island seem to zoom in closer and closer, ultimately revealing another kid, with another red book, looking right at the boy! Can they forge a friendship across the distance? Find out in this follow-up to The Red Book; for another minimalist tale of unexpected connection, try David Teague's The Red Hat.
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Read the Book, Lemmings!
by Ame Dyckman; illustrated by Zachariah Ohora
From the duo behind Wolfie the Bunny and Horrible Bear! comes another offbeat read about anthropomorphic animals. Foxy, first mate on the S.S. Cliff, is reading a book which states that lemmings don't actually jump off cliffs -- so why do the lemming passengers hurtle overboard every time they hear the word "jump"? Can't these lemmings read?! Prepare to giggle your way through this infectiously silly story.
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The library book
by Tom Chapin
Using the lyrics to Tom Chapin and Michael Mark's "The Library Song," this picture book celebrates the magic of reading and of libraries
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| The Bear's Song by Benjamin ChaudWhat it's about: When Little Bear follows a bee into a fancy French opera house, Papa Bear takes off after the cub, resulting in a chandelier-rattling climax and a highly unusual solo.
Series alert: Kids who relish finding the hidden pictures within this book's intricate, bustling illustrations should be sure to check out Little Bear's continuing adventures in The Bear's Sea Escape and The Bear's Surprise. |
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| Boot & Shoe by Marla FrazeeStarring: Boot and Shoe, two canine siblings whose reassuring daily routine is shattered when a bewildering squirrel-chasing incident leaves each dog convinced that they've lost the other. Spare text and expressive artwork blend to create an irresistible, feel-good tone.
Reviewers say: "A dog-lover's delight and tender ode to friendship" (School Library Journal). |
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| Black Dog by Levi PinfoldWhat it's about: Outside the Hope family's ramshackle house sits a big black dog, and it's getting bigger every time someone looks outside! Frightened, the family hides -- except for Small. Bravely stepping up, Small taunts the colossal dog into chasing her, leading to an unexpected conclusion.
Why kids might like it: Rich, vibrant illustrations enhance a charming fable which encourages readers (big and small) to face their fears. |
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| Where's Walrus? and Penguin? by Stephen SavageWhat it is: a wordless, retro-modern romp featuring two escaped zoo animals who'll take on any disguise, no matter how silly, to elude the pursuing zookeeper.
Who it's for: sharp-eyed kids who love seek-and-find books but aren't quite ready for Waldo.
Series alert: New fans may want to check out Walrus' first escape in Where's Walrus? |
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| Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run! An Alphabet Caper by Mike TwohyWhat it is: An unconventional alphabet book that introduces letters through a high-speed, slapstick dog-and-mouse chase. Visual humor abounds in the energetic illustrations, making the story suitable for readalouds or one-on-one sharing.
Kids might also like: Nate Evans' Bang! Boom! Roar! |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Twin Falls Public Library201 4th Ave. ETwin Falls, Idaho 83301208-733-2964
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