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Picture Books February 2017
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| Wolf in the Snow by Matthew CordellAfter losing her way in a snowstorm, a parka-clad girl comes face-to-face with a tiny wolf cub. Rather than being scared, the girl immediately recognizes the wolf as a fellow lost soul. Scooping it out of the snow, she follows the sound of howling, determined to reunite the furry wanderer with its pack. Can the girl deliver the cub to safety and find her own way home as well? You'll have to read it to find out! Wordless except for huffs, howls, and other sound effects, Wolf in the Snow will immerse young readers in its stylized snowscapes and invite them to share in a cozy, satisfying conclusion. |
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| Egg by Kevin HenkesPink, yellow, blue, and green, four candy-colored eggs wait on the cream-colored page. And then: CRACK! Pink, yellow, and blue, three chicks emerge -- but what about the green egg? Curiously, the new chicks peck away at the unhatched egg until the shell finally cracks, revealing…a crocodile?! The birds' uncertainty (and eventual acceptance) towards their reptile companion drives this minimal but carefully crafted story, illustrated in author/illustrator Kevin Henkes' distinctive ink-and-watercolor style. Those looking for a similar tale with a more humorous tone will enjoy Emily Gravett's The Odd Egg, while those who want another sweetly contemplative read may appreciate Waiting, also by Henkes.
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| A Greyhound, a Groundhog by Emily Jenkins; illustrated by Chris AppelhansThere aren't many words in this book, but you may still want to rehearse it a bit before sharing it with a child. Composed almost entirely of rhyming tongue-twisters, this charming look at the friendship between a dog and a groundhog can be dazzling when read aloud. Go ahead, try it as fast as you can: "A round hound, a grey dog, a round little hound dog…A greyhog, a ground dog, a hog little hound dog." Whew! The playful tone of the text is mirrored in the illustrations, which combine a soft watercolor palette with loose, lively brushstrokes, creating a captivating reading experience for adults and kids alike. |
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Mr. Fuzzbuster Knows He's the Favorite
by Stacy McAnulty
Longtime pet cat Mr. Fuzzbuster knows that he is Lily's favorite, but with four new animals in the house, Mr. Fuzzbuster decides to show everyone who his young owner loves best.
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Pen Pals
by Alexandra Pichard
Paired up as pen pals for a school project, an octopus and an ant engage in a correspondence that introduces their respective and shared interests before they encounter a fun surprise.
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Mary had a little glam
by Tammi Sauer
This little Mary has Style! In this fun take on Mother Goose, fashion-forward Mary Helps some of childhood's most beloved characters go glam.
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Pablo in the snow
by Teri Sloat
The heartwarming tale of one little lamb's first snowy adventure. This little lamb soon discovers that there's something as soft and fluffy as his wool.
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Twenty Yawns
by Jane Smiley; illustrated by Lauren Castillo
There's nothing like a long day at the beach to tucker out the entire family! After splashing, sandcastles, and kite-flying, Lucy and her yawning parents head home for an early bedtime. Once there, however, mom and dad nod off long before Lucy does, leaving the pajama-clad child to contemplate the quiet, moonlit house on her own. Cozy illustrations and a low-key counting activity (yes, there are 20 yawns to find) add to the winsome tone of this picture book debut from adult novelist Jane Smiley.
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Is that wise, Pig?
by Jan Thomas
Mouse and Cow are making soup, but Pig keeps trying to add strange ingredients. Is that wise, Pig?
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Here comes Valentine Cat
by Deborah Underwood
A latest adventure starring the intrepid feline from Here Comes Santa Cat finds Cat eschewing mushy Valentine's Day activities and clashing with annoying new next-door neighbor Dog, who keeps tossing things over the fence.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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