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10 Books to Read AloudJuly 2015
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Some monsters are different
by David Milgrim
A warmhearted celebration of individuality describes the many differences found among monsters, from beasts who are picky or will eat anything to creatures who chatter or remain quiet, explaining that all monsters are wonderful just the way they are.
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I like myself!
by Karen Beaumont
Although all people are made up of both good and bad qualities, this picture book emphasizes the importance of loving one's self for all the things that make them the unique being they are.
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You are (not) small
by Anna Kang
Not being able to agree who is small and who is big, two fuzzy animals have their argument settled by a couple of mystery guests.
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Wild about us!
by Karen Beaumont
From Elephant's long nose to Kangaroo's huge feet to Monkey's prominent ears, everyone is worth celebrating, no matter what they look like!
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The octopuppy
by Martin McKenna
Receiving a pet octopus instead of a dog, young Edgar is initially displeased by his eight-legged new friend, who tries to act like a puppy and proves he can be special in other ways.
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Red : a crayon's story
by Michael Hall
Red's factory-applied label clearly says that he is red, but despite the best efforts of his teacher, fellow crayons and art supplies, and family members, he cannot seem to do what's expected of him until a new friend offers a fresh perspective.
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Chester's way
by Kevin Henkes
Chester and Wilson share the same exact way of doing things, until Lilly moves into the neighborhood and shows them that new ways can be just as good.
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The Year of the Book
by Andrea Cheng
When Anna needs company, she turns to her books for companionship and insight. Books, however, can’t tell Anna how to find a true friend. She’ll have to discover that on her own.
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About average
by Andrew Clements
Tiring of her average appearance and normal grades when she sees evidence of more remarkable, talented and beautiful people in the media and at her school, Jordan resolves to discover an extraordinary talent before the end of the year. By the Edgar Award-winning author of Frindle.
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Wonder by R. J. PalacioTen-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.
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