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Picture Books January 2018
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After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again
by Dan Santat
Humpty Dumpty's "great fall" is notorious, but what happens after the hapless egg is reassembled? It turns out that not everything can be fixed with bandages. Can Humpty Dumpty conquer his newfound fear of heights, or is he permanently grounded? Find out in this quirky, modern nursery rhyme homage. For another tale of overcoming fear, try C. Roger Mader's Tiptop Cat.
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Tyrannosaurus rex vs. Edna, the very first chicken
by Douglas Rees
The planet's first prehistoric chicken, Edna, confronts a stomping, hungry Tyrannosaurus Rex who scares away the other dinosaurs but is startled by Edna's mighty beak and bravely flapping wings. Illustrated by the creator of Cheer Up, Mouse!
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And the robot went ...
by Michelle Robinson
An onomatopoeic cumulative tale features remarkable builders Nosy Fox, Bear in a Blazer and Blue Gnu, who assemble a robot step-by-step from a box of parts, inviting children to repeat each stage's sound effects. Simultaneous eBook. 15,000 first printing.
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Madeline Finn and the library dog
by Lisa Papp
A little girl who does not like to read but who wants very much to earn a gold star from her teacher practices her skills by reading out loud to the library dog, who never minds when she gets stuck, makes mistakes or takes her time while figuring out words.
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Big Cat, Little Cat
by Elisha Cooper
"There was a cat who lived alone. Until the day a new cat came." The older white cat quickly takes to the new black kitten, and, with a careful balance of dynamic motion and quiet elegance, shows it how to eat, play, and (importantly) nap. The two grow closer as they grow older, and when the white cat leaves and doesn't return, the black cat grieves -- until a white kitten turns up, restarting the cycle. With clean lines and minimalist style similar to Nikki McClure's How to Be A Cat, this gentle tale is sure to delight cat fanciers and comfort those who've lost a feline friend.
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| The Bear's Song by Benjamin ChaudWhat it's about: When Little Bear follows a bee into a fancy French opera house, Papa Bear takes off after the cub, resulting in a chandelier-rattling climax and a highly unusual solo.
Series alert: Kids who relish finding the hidden pictures within this book's intricate, bustling illustrations should be sure to check out Little Bear's continuing adventures in The Bear's Sea Escape and The Bear's Surprise. |
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| Boot & Shoe by Marla FrazeeStarring: Boot and Shoe, two canine siblings whose reassuring daily routine is shattered when a bewildering squirrel-chasing incident leaves each dog convinced that they've lost the other. Spare text and expressive artwork blend to create an irresistible, feel-good tone.
Reviewers say: "A dog-lover's delight and tender ode to friendship" (School Library Journal). |
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| Black Dog by Levi PinfoldWhat it's about: Outside the Hope family's ramshackle house sits a big black dog, and it's getting bigger every time someone looks outside! Frightened, the family hides -- except for Small. Bravely stepping up, Small taunts the colossal dog into chasing her, leading to an unexpected conclusion.
Why kids might like it: Rich, vibrant illustrations enhance a charming fable which encourages readers (big and small) to face their fears. |
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| Where's Walrus? and Penguin? by Stephen SavageWhat it is: a wordless, retro-modern romp featuring two escaped zoo animals who'll take on any disguise, no matter how silly, to elude the pursuing zookeeper.
Who it's for: sharp-eyed kids who love seek-and-find books but aren't quite ready for Waldo.
Series alert: New fans may want to check out Walrus' first escape in Where's Walrus? |
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| Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run! An Alphabet Caper by Mike TwohyWhat it is: An unconventional alphabet book that introduces letters through a high-speed, slapstick dog-and-mouse chase. Visual humor abounds in the energetic illustrations, making the story suitable for readalouds or one-on-one sharing.
Kids might also like: Nate Evans' Bang! Boom! Roar! |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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San Mateo Public Library 55 West 3rd Avenue San Mateo, California 94402 (650) 522-7802www.smplibrary.org |
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