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Numenia and the Hurricane : Inspired By a True Migration Story
by Fiona Halliday
What it's about: Thousands of birds are migrating from the Artic to the Caribbean when a hurricane rips a young whimbrel, Numenia, from her sisters, forcing her to struggle on alone. Includes note about the true story that inspired the book
Tone: Suspenseful
Min/Max Grade level: 2 - 5
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Layla's Happiness
by Mariahadessa Ekere Tallie
What it's about: Seven-year-old Layla divulges many things that make her happy, especially her family and their community garden
Writing Style: Attention-grabbing; Lyrical
Min/Max Grade level: Pre-Kindergarten - 2
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The Hike by Alison FarrellClick here to borrow eBook through Hoopla
What it's about: Lyrical text and high-detail illustrations trace the victorious journey of three girls on a backyard hike, who climb, picnic and explore while recording and sketching their observations in their science notebook. By the creator of Cycle City.
Tone: Upbeat
Min/Max Grade level: Kindergarten - 3
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Bunny's Book Club Goes to School
by Annie Silvestro
What it's about: A follow-up to Bunny's Book Club finds Bunny and his forest friends meeting at the town library on summertime weekends for Book Club, where a fellow reader's nervousness about the first day of school prompt a plan to travel together for moral support
Tone: Amusing
Min/Max Grade level: Pre-Kindergarten - 1
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Imaginative Illustrations
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| Viva Frida by Yuyi MoralesClick here to borrow through Hoopla
Starring: Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, as portrayed by an exquisitely crafted and photographed puppet.
What’s inside: Frida looks out from under her distinctive brow, inviting readers along (in English and Spanish) as she sees, dreams, and plays. The three-dimensional illustrations overflow with color and texture, as well as details from Frida's life (including her many pets).
Who it’s for: visually oriented kids (who’ll feast their eyes on the illustrations) and aspiring artists (who’ll relish the insight into the creative process). |
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| Seeing Into Tomorrow: Haiku by Richard Wright by Richard Wright; illustrated by Nina CrewsClick here to borrow eBook through Hoopla
What it is: a small sampling from the hundreds of evocative haiku written by renowned author Richard Wright, accompanied by photo collages by artist Nina Crews.
Art alert: Illustrating Wright’s nature-themed poems, Crews’ photographs focus on the natural world as seen through the eyes of African American boys, and each lively collage captures an infectious sense of wonder and possibility.
Try this next: For a more exuberant taste of black boy joy, try Derrick Barnes’ award-winning Crown. |
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| Most Marshmallows--Hoopla eBook by Rowboat WatkinsWhat it’s about: Most marshmallows do only humdrum stuff, like going to school or eating their veggies. However, some marshmallows know they “can do anything or be anything they dare to imagine." From a knight to a circus performer to an astronaut, these intrepid confections will amuse and inspire their human readers.
Art alert: Be sure to have snacks ready before sharing this book with kids, because the illustrations feature real marshmallows, all sporting intricate pencil details and whimsical mixed-media environments. |
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Elmo's World
In 13 all-new episodes, Elmo explores lots of ways to play with his new friend, Smartie the smart phone, and his old pal Mr. Noodle. From doing crafts to learning karate to practicing yoga, preschoolers will love to learn along with Elmo!
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Gigantosaurus: the Biggest, Fiercest Dinosaur of All!
In GIGANTOSAURUS, four dinosaur pals team up for big adventures around their community as they help others, solve problems, and learn about the mysterious Gigantosaurus that lives among them. Often it's Mazu's curiosity that leads the group's charge, and her friends Tiny, Bill, and Rocky eagerly join in her explorations. Whether it's returning a lost egg to its herd or saving an insect species from extinction, these dinosaurs never give up on a challenge.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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