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Picture Books September 2018
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Babies are welcome at every Forsyth County Public Library branch. They love crawling around amidst toys and board books. Bring little ones anytime or drop in for one of the free baby-friendly programs listed below. Too, the library promotes Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. These free programs, powerful ways to boost literacy, are simple to start anytime with children from birth to 4 1/2. Begin online or ask your librarian for more information. Click here for all Forsyth County Public Library branch locations, hours, and phone numbers. Mondays Central Library--Toddler Time @ 10 a.m. Rural Hall Branch--Toddler Storytime @ 11 a.m. Tuesdays Central Library--Book Babies @ 10 a.m.--and--Music & Movement @ 11 a.m. Clemmons Branch--Toddler Storytime @ 10:30 a.m. Walkertown Branch--Children's Storytime @ 10:30 a.m. Southside Branch--Move & Groove Toddler Storytime @ 11 a.m. Wednesdays Central Library--Move & Groove Storytime @10 a.m. Lewisville Branch--Toddler Storytime @ 10:15 a.m. Thursdays Malloy Jordan/East Winston Branch--Storytime @ 10 a.m. Walkertown Branch--Music & Movement @ 10:30 a.m. Southside Branch--Music & Movement @ 11 a.m. Fridays Carver School Road Branch--Children's Storytime @ 10 a.m. Malloy Jordan East Winston Branch--Music & Movement @ 10 a.m. Central Library once monthly on the first Friday--Music & Movement @ 11 a.m. Rural Hall Branch once monthly; call 336-703-2970 for dates--Baby Sign Language Storytime @ 11 a.m. The next Baby Sign Language Storytime at Rural Hall will be Friday, Oct. 5 @ 11 a.m. |
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| The Day You Begin by Jacqueline WoodsonWhat it's about: Each of four new classmates feels uncertain, left out, or singled out until they discover that when you share your story, "the world opens itself up a little wider to make some space for you."
Read it for: an empowering message of inclusiveness paired with expressive, brilliantly colored illustrations. |
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| The Rough Patch by Brian LiesWhat it's about: Farmer Evan the fox is never without his faithful dog. Their favorite pastime is tending Evan's impressively lush garden. When the dog dies, Evan is so devastated that he destroys the garden -- yet one prickly vine persists, coaxing Evan into rediscovering his passion.
Who it's for: Though it may be too poignant for some, this tender tale of loss and healing offers comfort for children experiencing rough patches of their own. |
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| Stop, Go, Yes, No! A Story of Opposites by Mike TwohyWhat it is: a lesson in opposites, playfully taught by by an aloof cat and a persistent dog.
What's inside: Though each scene contains only two words--"asleep" and "awake" or "inside" and "outside"--the amusing cartoon art provides more than enough entertainment.
Kids might also like: Twohy's Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run!, which highlights the letters of the alphabet. |
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| A Big Mooncake for Little Star by Grace LinWhat it's about: In the velvety darkness of their night-sky kitchen, Mama and Little Star bake a huge, luminous mooncake. Little Star knows she shouldn't touch it, but she can't resist taking a little nibble every night.
Read it for: a whimsical, family-centric fable about the phases of the moon, just right for celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival, occurring September 24th in 2018. |
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Sheep 101
by Richard T. Morris
What it's about: One hundred sheep leap over a fence to help a child fall asleep. Then, when the 101st sheep gets stuck, choas ensues as the cow who jumped over the moon, the fifth little piggie, and one of the three blind mice--among other characters--all try to help.
Reviewers say: "This may not send wee ones to the Land of Nod, but it will spark their imaginations and tickle their funny bones" (Kirkus Reviews).
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It's in the details. These books convey a lot of information through detailed illustrations, inviting close attention and repeat readings. |
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| Giant Squid by Candace Fleming; illustrated by Eric RohmannStarring: the elusive giant squid, depicted in tantalizing glimpses. Look, there's an outflung tentacle; and there, a fearsomely sharp beak; and is that a lidless eye appearing out of the murk? By the time gatefold pages reveals a stunning full-length portrait of the storied cephalopod, kids will be eager to learn more.
Don't miss: the final pages filled with facts to quench readers' curiosity. |
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| Little Fox in the Forest by Stephanie GraeginWhat it's about: While pursuing the thief who stole her treasured toy fox, a little girl discovers a magical woodland village.
Why kids might like it: Without a single word, this debut will captivate readers as they follow the characters from the dull human world into the dazzling forest, absorbing every winsome detail along the way.
Try this next: Aaron Becker's Journey trilogy, for further wordless stories that bridge fantasy and reality. |
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| Nobody Likes a Goblin by Ben HatkeWhat it's about: Small, green, and snaggle-toothed, Goblin lives in a dungeon with his best--and only--friend Skeleton. After a band of adventurers raid the dungeon's treasure and accidentally steal Skeleton Goblin gives chase, venturing out into the wide world where people look down on goblins.
Who it's for: fantasy and fairy tale fans of all ages, who'll appreciate the playful visuals in jokes as well as the happily-ever-after ending. |
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| Swap! by Steve LightWhat it's about: How do you repair a sailing ship with nothing but a button to your name? For a dejected sea captain and a peg-legged boy, all it takes is a bit of bartering to acquire sails, anchors, snazzy hats, and everything else they need to make their vessel shipshape!
With kids might like it: With hyper-detailed artwork and repeated opportunities to yell "SWAP!", this picture book inspires attention, interaction, and a practical approach to problem-solving. |
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| Accident by Andrea TsurumiWhat it's about: "I've ruined everything!" wails Lola the armadillo. Mortified that she spilled juice on the couch, she decides to run away to the library, but her journey is hampered by other hapless animals, creating an epic pile-up of mishaps and mayhem.
Why kids might like it: Though it's crowded with countless calamities, this uproarious read is ultimately reassuring.
Reviewers say: "Poring over the riotous illustrations is pure joy" (Booklist). |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8.
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Forsyth County Public Library 660 West Fifth Street Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101 336-703-2665www.forsythlibrary.org |
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