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Little Poems for Tiny Ears
by Lin Oliver; illustrated by Tomie dePaola
A collection of original poems by the best-selling author of the Hank Zipzer series celebrates everyday sources of wonder and discovery in a toddler's world and features engaging images of little ones playing peek-a-boo, banging pots and pans, splashing in the bath and cuddling at bedtime. Artwork by the Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator of "Strega Nona".
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When Green Becomes Tomatoes : Poems for All Seasons
by Julie Fogliano; illustrated by Julie Morstad
A poetic celebration of the seasons by the author of "If You Want to See a Whale" blends gentle illustrations with evocative verses about elements ranging from flowers blooming through sheets of snow and happy frogs dancing in the rain.
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Off to See the Sea
by Nikki Grimes; illustrated Elizabeth Zunon
What it's about: Bath time is full of magic. The faucet flows like a waterfall, the bathroom floor is a distant shore, toy boats sail against the waves. An imagination-fueled adventure on the high seas is just what it takes to get little one clean.
Art alert: The bright colors illuminate the background and highlight the characters. The life-like illustrations are made from paper cut-outs and emphasize the imaginative aspects of the book.
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Bear Can't Wait
by Karma Wilson; illustrated by Jane Chapman
What it's about: Overcome with excitement about a surprise he has planned for Hare, Bear bustles and scuttles about his preparations, causing an accident that he scrambles to make right before his friend’s arrival.
Series alert: Start off reading books about Bear and his friends by this author and illustrator duo with "Bear Snores On."
Reviewers say: "Wilson’s sturdy, familiar verse steadies the story, even amid the flying frosting. Chapman’s equally familiar cute forest animals are as expressive as ever, and Bear’s postures as he struggles to wait will elicit both giggles and sympathy." (Kirkus Reviews)
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Rissy No Kissies
by Katey Howes; illustrated by Jess Engle
What it's about: A love bird who doesn't like kisses? Rissy's friends and family wonder if she's sick, confused, or rude. But kisses make Rissy uncomfortable. Can she show everyone there's not one right way to share affection?
Don't miss: A helpful guide in the back for children and adults to discuss consent and boundaries.
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| Watercress by Andrea Wang; illustrated by Jason ChinWhat it's about: A Chinese American girl on a car ride with her family is mortified when her immigrant parents pull over to pick wild watercress from the Ohio roadside. It's not until later, when her mom shares a poignant memory, that the girl's embarrassment turns to understanding.
About the author: "Watercress" was inspired by award-winning author Andrea Wang's own childhood.
Try this next: Bao Phi's "A Different Pond", another quietly moving book about connection and resilience in immigrant families. |
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| Someone Builds the Dream by Lisa Wheeler; illustrated by Loren LongWhat it is: a rhyming ode to the hardworking tradespeople whose skills turn ideas into buildings, places, and objects for people to enjoy.
Featuring: carpenters, welders, plumbers, construction workers, electricians, and many more -- including the typesetters, press operators, and other workers who produce picture books like this one.
Want a taste? "All across this great big world, jobs are getting done by many hands in many lands. It takes much more than ONE."
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| Fix That Clock by Kurt CyrusWhat it’s about: The old clock tower is “rusty, dusty, moldy, musty,” and home to all sorts of small animals. Then, with a “Trampl! Tramp! Tramp!” and “Creak -- Crack -- Crash!”, a construction crew rebuilds the rickety tower -- and crafts some custom animal homes, too.
Why kids might like it: With plenty of rhyme, rhythm, and repetition, "Fix That Clock" is a read-aloud that kids will want to hear again and again. |
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Dog on a Digger
by Kate Prendergast
What it's about: A wordless picture book that blends the perennial favorites of canines and heavy machinery features plucky Dog, the faithful companion of a construction worker who helps Dog search for a missing puppy friend through the ingenious use of an excavator.
Art alert: This story told through striking black, white, and yellow pencil illustrations.
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| I'm Tough! by Kate and Jim McMullanStarring: a smiling red pickup truck who isn't the biggest vehicle on the farm, but is definitely the toughest.
Why kids might like it: While many kids are sure to enjoy the plentiful exclamation points and accessible guide to truck parts, others may be encouraged to see the truck prove that determination is more important than size.
Series alert: "I'm Tough!" is the latest in the popular vehicle series that begins with "I Stink!" |
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Mighty, Mighty Construction Site
by Sherri Duskey Rinker; illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld
What it's about: In rhyming text, Excavator, Bulldozer, Crane Truck, Dump Truck, and Cement Mixer work together to tackle their biggest job yet: a huge building.
For fans of: the author's first book in the series called "Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site".
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| Smashy Town by Andrea Zimmerman and David Clemesha; illustrated by Dan YaccarinoStarring: wrecking-ball operator Mr. Gilly, who's ready to SMASH, CRASH, CRUMBLE, and TUMBLE old buildings so that new ones can be built.
Read it for: big machines. gleeful destruction, and a refrain ("Is the demolition done?") that encourages interaction (because kids love yelling "NO!").
For fans of: Mr. Gilly’s first outing in "Trashy Town". |
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