|
Picture Books January 2018
|
|
|
|
|
Good Day, Good Night
by Margaret Wise Brown
A little rabbit greets each day and says good night to the familiar things outside.
|
|
|
Singing in the Rain
by Arthur Freed
A picture book adaptation of the song "Singing in the rain," which celebrates the glory of clouds and rain.
|
|
| The Boy and the Whale by Mordicai GersteinAbelardo, a brave young boy who, despite warnings from his practical fisherman papa, swims out to save the giant whale that has gotten tangled in their only fishing net.
|
|
|
Alfie : (The Turtle That Disappeared)
by Thyra Heder
Told from the perspective of both the girl, Nia, and her pet turtle, Alfie, and describes what happens when he disappears on the eve of her seventh birthday to find her a special present.
|
|
| Goldenlocks and the Three Pirates by April Jones PrinceWhen Mama, Papa, and Baby pirate row ashore, lonely Goldenlocks sneaks on board to season Mama's lackluster gruel, repair Baby's rickety stool, and generally prove her handiness. But will the fierce pirate family be happy with her improvements?
|
|
|
100 Things I Love to Do with You
by Amy Schwartz
A rhyming, cheerful compendium of everyday activities for children to do with a friend, sibling, or parent. Colorful cartoons depict a diverse array of characters trying such pastimes as making mud pies, writing secret codes, eating ice cream, and misbehaving (just a little).
|
|
|
Robinson
by Peter Sís
The three-time Caldecott Honor-winning author of Starry Messenger blends a true story from his childhood with elements from Robinson Crusoe in an evocatively illustrated, lyrical story about an adventurous boy who finds himself on a mysterious adventure in a remote island wilderness.
|
|
|
Kuma-Kuma Chan's Travels
by Kazue Takahashi
In the third book in the Kuma-Kuma Chan series, Kuma-Kuma Chan travels freely all over the world—in his imagination. Kuma-Kuma Chan’s Travels charms as the adorable bear once again exemplifies the joys of a simple, peaceful life. With its spare text and delightful illustrations, this small-format picture book invites readers to explore their own imaginations and create their own travels.
|
|
|
I Want That Nut!
by Madeline Valentine
A mouse and a chipmunk who both want the same beautiful nut argue about which of them most deserves it until a squirrel joins the dispute, in a whimsical story that celebrates cooperation.
|
|
|
Where, Oh Where, Is Baby Bear?
by Ashley Wolff
When Mama and Baby Bear go out to look for food one night, curious Baby Bear wants to wander and explore. Each time his Mama Bear calls for him, Baby Bear turns up in a different place. Where, oh where, could Baby Bear be?
|
|
Contact your librarian for more great books!
|
|
|
|
|
|