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Picture Books December 2019
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| The Best Kind of Bear by Greg Gormley; illustrated by David BarrowWhat it’s about: After Nelly asks Bear what kind of bear he is, the uncertain Bear embarks on a quest to find out the answer.
What happens: Bear meets all kinds of other bears, but none of them have stitching or a bow tie like his. Could it be that the answer he seeks is back home with Nelly?
Who it’s for: Animal lovers and teddy bear fans of all ages will be charmed by this sweet, simple story of belonging. |
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| The Perfect Seat by Minh Lê; illustrated by Gus GordonWhat it’s about: A moose parent and child search their city for a just-right place to read together.
Why kids might like it: Some of the rejected spots (a crowded train, an oversized armchair) make sense, while others (a slippery slide, a rough bicycle ride) are absurd enough to provoke giggles while also prompting children to consider their own ideal reading location. |
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| Pluto Gets the Call by Adam Rex; illustrated by Laurie KellerWhat it’s about: While trying to cope with the news that he’s no longer a planet, friendly little Pluto shows readers around the solar system.
Read it for: interesting space facts, planets full of personality, and comics-style illustrations.
Kids might also like: Stacy McAnulty’s Earth! or Nick Seluk’s The Sun is Kind of a Big Deal, both similarly playful guided tours led by anthropomorphized objects in the solar system. |
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Penguins don't wear sweaters!
by Marikka Tamura
What it's about: An uplifting introduction to why penguins who are exposed to oil spills are given sweaters to wear to keep them warm until they can be completely cleaned of unsafe oil and returned to their ocean homes. A first picture book.
Read it for: how oil spills affect wildlife and the environment
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Something's fishy
by Jean Gourounas
What it's about: An ice fishing penguin becomes increasingly aggravated as his line fails to attract fish.
Why kids might like it: The penguin's activity attracts some curious polar characters.
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Ella and Penguin : a perfect match
by Megan Maynor
What it's about: Unlikely companions Ella and Penguin explore the numerous interests that they do not have in common and realize that they are still best friends anyway.
Why kid's might like it: Helps kids understand that everyone is unique and that they can get along despite their differences.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Leavenworth Public Library
417 Spruce Street
Leavenworth, KS 66048
913-682-5666
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