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Picture Books August 2020 Place a hold for contactless pickup in the courtyard or schedule and appointment to come in and browse the shelves!
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Goodnight, veggies
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Diana Murray
A sleepy bedtime story set in a community garden depicts a friendly earthworm who observes the nighttime rituals of tuckered-out tomatoes, cuddly cauliflowers and potatoes with closing eyes. Illustrated by the award-winning creator of The Not So Quiet Library. 30,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Summer song
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Kevin Henkes
A final entry in the seasonally themed picture book series that includes the best-selling When Spring Comes combines striking verbal imagery with evocative paintings. By the Caldecott Medal-winning creator of Kitten’s First Full Moon. 125,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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The birthday book
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Todd Parr
The best-selling creator of Be Who You Are blends playfulness and sensitivity in an exploration of some of the many ways birthdays can be celebrated at any age, from dressing up and having a party to making wishes and accepting hugs. 30,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Paolo, Emperor of Rome
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Mac Barnett
When Paolo the dachshund finally escapes the hair salon where he lives, he has adventures beyond his wildest dreams amid the beauty and culture of Rome
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I voted : making a choice makes a difference
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Mark Shulman
A lighthearted, nonpartisan introduction to the concept of voting helps readers understand the individual and group power of participating in elections regardless of expected outcomes. Illustrated by the award-winning artist of A Book of Coupons. Illustrations.
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Octopus stew
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Eric Velasquez
A two-in-one celebration of family and creativity, based on the Coretta Scott King Award-winning author’s childhood, finds a young boy heroically working to save his grandma from a giant octopus, while fold-out pages reveal the boy’s account of the story to his family. Illustrations.
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Octopus alone
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Divya Srinivasan
Octopus loves living on the busy reef under the sea but sometimes just wants to be alone, somewhere quiet and not so busy, so one day she swims far beyond the reef and finds another cozy cave, only here she discovers how much she misses her friends. By the author/illustrator of Little Owl's Night.
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Squid and Octopus : friends for always
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Tao Nyeu
Four short stories celebrating funny moments in the lives of best friends Squid and Octopus include a "socks versus mittens" debate and Squid's disappointment upon awakening up from an exciting superhero dream. Illustrated by the award-winning artist of Bunny Days.
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Inky's Amazing Escape: How a Very Smart Octopus Found His Way Home by Sy Montgomery; illustrated by Amy Schimler-Safford What it’s about: the real-life exploits of Inky, an octopus whose drive to explore led him to make a highly unusual exit from New Zealand’s National Aquarium.
Why kids might like it: It’s tough not to like this book’s clever cephalopod hero, and the abundance of fascinating facts will grab aspiring scientists.
About the author: Naturalist Sy Montgomery writes for readers of all ages – you might recognize her from her popular adult book The Soul of an Octopus. | |
An octopus followed me home
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Dan Yaccarino
Highlighted by bright, bold artwork, this humorous tale of a little girl's inability to say no to a big, cuddly octopus with no home, will make young readers laugh out loud.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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