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Picture Books December 2019
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Sheep Dog and Sheep Sheep
by Eric Barclay
A riotous story about the importance of looking out for one's friends finds a sheep expert on her own species busily assisting a sheep dog that she doesn't believe is up to the job of protecting her flock. 35,000 first printing.
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| Bad Dog by Mike BoldtThe question: Why is Rocky such a bad dog? Her enthusiastic new owner can’t get Rocky to come when she’s called, or go for walks, or even play with other dogs! Instead, she prefers napping and watching the fish tank. What gives?
The answer: One glance at the adorably exaggerated artwork will show readers what the protagonist doesn’t see: that Rocky is actually a cat -- and might also make a pretty great friend. |
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In a minute, Mama Bear
by Rachel Bright
What it's about: Bella the little bear cub dawdles her way through her increasingly stressed mother's busy morning filled with errands, classes and chores, until Mama Bear throws the to-do list away and takes Bella to the park, instead. By the best-selling creator of the Love Monster series.
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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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Good night, Little Blue Truck
by Alice Schertle
What it's about: A bedtime-story entry in the best-selling series that includes Little Blue Truck Leads the Way finds Little Blue Truck and his friends supporting each other while trying to go to sleep during a scary thunderstorm.
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| Waiting for Snow by Marsha Diane Arnold; illustrated by Renata LiwskaWhat it’s about: How do you make it snow? The animal friends in this picture book have a few ideas: they throw pebbles at the sky, wear their PJs backwards, and even try a snow dance, but nothing works. Could it be that patience is the only way forward?
Art alert: Gentle colors and fuzzy, delicate lines emphasize the warmth in this wintry tale. |
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| If You Want to See a Whale by Julie Fogliano; illustrated by Erin E. SteadWhat it’s about: A boy gazes hopefully at the sea, eager for a glimpse of an elusive whale. It’s hard to stay focused when there's so much to see (roses waving in the wind, a far-off ship full of "possible pirates"), but nevertheless he keeps watching...and waiting...
Why kids might like it: Told in gently rolling free verse and illustrated in muted colors, this quietly beautiful book will leave readers enchanted. |
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| Waiting by Kevin HenkesWhat it’s about: A group of toys -- an owl, a puppy, a pig, a bear, and a rabbit -- sit on a windowsill and wait. Some anxious for the weather to change, or for their human to arrive, while others contentedly abide in anticipation.
Why kids might like it: This contemplative slice of life depicts a truth that even the most squirrelly kids can recognize: sometimes, you just have to slow down, look around, and wait. |
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| Pearl by Molly IdleWhat it's about: Though pink-finned mermaid Pearl longs for a big, important job, her mother asks her to patiently look after a tiny grain of sand.
Read it for: swirling jewel-toned illustrations, plus an ending that reminds readers that "the smallest of things can make a great difference."
Who it's for: mermaid fans of all ages, as well as kids who love author/illustrator Molly Idle's Flora books. |
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| Wait by Antoinette PortisWhat it’s about: While rushing to catch a train, a mother keeps asking her dawdling son to "hurry!" But each time, the boy implores her to "wait" as his attention wanders to a hungry duck, a friendly construction worker, a curious dog, and finally, a sight that makes even the stressed-out mother stop and wonder.
Try this next: JonArno Lawson's Sidewalk Flowers, another simple, lovely book about an observant child's ability to find beauty in the everyday world. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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