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Rainbowsaurus
by Steve Antony
While on an adventure to find the Rainbowsaurus, two dads and their children are joined by a menagerie of rainbow-colored animals who want to find the Rainbowsaurus too
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Love, the Earth
by Frances Stickley
Told from the perspective of the Earth, this marvelous ode to the epic and ordinary wonders of the natural world implores us to help the planet in turn. Illustrations.
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How to catch a Mamasaurus
by Alice Walstead
"The Catch Club Kids try to capture the Mamasaurus, a one-of-a-kind creature with limitless love, kindness and awesomeness, with all her favorite activities, but wonder if their trap is clever enough to work. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Someone just like you
by Helen Docherty
This moving call to action, with rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, reminds kids that people share more similarities than differences?—?and that kindness is doable and actionable even when you're small. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Wherever you go / : Wherever You Go
by Alexandra Penfold
In this colorful, rhyming read-aloud, kids and their families experience big and small moments, celebrating the many milestones of a child's life. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Dino-earth day
by Lisa Wheeler
Lively rhymes and fun-filled illustrations follow dinosaurs as they have a ROARING good time celebrating Earth Day by cleaning up a park, planting an urban garden, visiting a recycling center and more. Illustrations.
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Daddy putdown.
by Penguin Young Readers Licenses
"Charged with taking care of Bluey and Bingo for the night, Dad embarks on a mission to keep her entertained when Bluey starts missing Mum. Original. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Turtle-Turtle and the wide, wide river
by Jane Hillenbrand
When a storm strikes, causing the water to rise, Turtle-Turtle, scared to weather it on his own, discovers he doesn't have to when companions Heron and Frog help him find the strength within himself to push onward to safer shores. Illustrations.
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I am extraordinary
by Stephen Curry
Dreaming of playing on her school's soccer team but self-conscious about her hearing aids, Zoe is too nervous to try out until some new friends show her that being different is extraordinary, giving her the courage to find self-acceptance and confidence to achieve her goal. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Pete the Cat's wacky taco Tuesday
by Kim Dean
In this tasty tale that includes 30 groovy stickers, Pete and his family try to make their own tacos when the tacqueria is closed, even though they don't have the typical toppings, but some creativity and problem-solving become the right ingredients to save Taco Tuesday! Original. Illustrations.
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Queens.
by Penguin Young Readers Licenses
"Bluey and Bingo are playing Queens, but when they both want to play Butler, they can't decide who will take the throne. Will Bluey and Bingo find a new Queen to serve? Read along to find out!"
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Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird explore the seashore
by Jonathan Lambert
"Join Bear and Bird on their seaside trail to spot beach finds and wildlife in this picture book for 3-5 year olds. Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird Explore the Seashore is a fun story and a beach nature guide. With captivating illustrations and "Can you spot?" panels, children can have fun looking out for different objects and wilderness on the beach"
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Daisy the daydreamer
by Jennifer P. Goldfinger
A daydreamer, doodler and free spirit, Daisy, whose imagination sometimes gets her in trouble, is determined to show her teacher what she's learned about octopuses so she can be the line leader on a field trip to the aquarium but earns a special job instead! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Metal baby
by Stephen W. Martin
"The Mumfords are a quiet family. They live on a quiet street and enjoy quiet things. So imagine their surprise when they bring home... a Metal Baby! The Mumfords try their best to quiet his cries. But he just gets louder and louder. Soon he's rocking all day and all night. And he's attracting a lot of fans! The Mumfords are exhausted. Their quiet souls are crushed. Is there any way to put Metal Baby to sleep?"
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Yaya and the sea
by Karen Good Marable
Taking the A train down to NYC's southern shores with her mama and aunties to great Mama Ocean, little Yaya joins them in a celebrating the arrival of a new season through a ritual of letting go of the past and embracing the future. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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K9 Mattis on the job : a day in the life of a police dog
by Mark Tappan
Based on the work of real-life hero Mattis, a K9 police dog, this exciting story shadows Mattis throughout his day as he follows scent trails, tracks down missing items and performs his official police work. Illustrations.
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Sparkles, No Sparkles
by Shannon McNeill
In this laugh-out-loud picture book, a group of animals go for a glittering night at the theater where comical chaos erupts as some animals hit the stage to find things with sparkle, getting their moment to shine in the spotlight. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Ramadan kareem
by M. O. Yuksel
This lyrical picture book invites readers to experience the sacred traditions of Ramadan, a time of spirituality, gratitude, charity and empathy for all, the world around. Illustrations.
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First snow
by Peter McCarty
A companion story to Chloe and the award-winning Henry in Love follows a day of firsts for young Pedro, who—along with his animal friends—experiences a first snowfall, making a snow angel, a sled run and more. By the Caldecott Honor-winning author of Hondo & Fabian. 40,000 first printing.
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When the rain came down
by Leslie Helakoski
After a natural disaster, a community comes together and slowly, joy, healing and music find their way back into the city, in this powerful message of resilience and the incredible strength of shared humanity even on the darkest days. Illustrations.
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Butterfly on the wind
by Adam Pottle
About to give up during the talent show, Aurora spots a butterfly and, using her hands to sign the ASL word for“butterfly,” sends a magical butterfly of her own into the world, inspiring Deaf people across the globe to add their own. Illustrations.
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Bros
by Carole Boston Weatherford
Celebrating boyhood and friendship, this upbeat picture book follows a group of young Black boys as they spend an adventure-filled day together living their best lives freely in their community. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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We're going to be friends
by Jack White
In this song by the lead singer and guitarist of The White Stripes, a girl and boy become friends at the beginning of the school year and engage in activities in and out of school
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Something on the hill
by Jane Kohuth
Waking up from her nap feeling something has changed, Field Mouse asks her friends to join her on a journey to investigate the“Something on the Hill” that is calling to her, where they discover that the“Something” is a leaf shoot, tiny and green, heralding the arrival of spring. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Circle of love
by Monique Gray Smith
In this heartwarming story with vibrant artwork, Molly takes readers to the intertribal community center where she introduces the people she knows and loves, sharing how each person makes her feel?—?and reminding us that love is love. Illustrations.
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The first day of May
by Henrique Coser Moreira
Celebrating firsts, from the first day of spring to your first time exploring the world with someone you love, this wordless ode to joy and discovery will move readers of all ages. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Pie-rats!
by Lisa Frenkel Riddiough
Battling storms and scallywags to find the best treasure of all: dessert, a band of swashbuckling pie-rats discover there's more than one way to satisfy a sweet tooth, in this delicious rhyming read-aloud that will have kids begging for more! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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If you want to ride a horse
by Amy Novesky
"A whimsical guide through the steps of riding a horse, whether the horse is real or lives in the imagination"
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Ready to soar
by Cori Doerrfeld
"Riley's paper airplane is ready for take-off, but criticisms from all the birds threaten to ground the plane, until Riley meets a more supportive friend and rediscovers the joy of soaring"
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The house before falling into the sea
by Ann Suk Wang
"A child and her family take in refugees during the Korean War in this poignant picture book about courage and what it really means to care for your neighbors. Every day, more and more people fleeing war in the north show up at Kyung Tak and her family'shouse on the southeastern shore of Korea. With nowhere else to go, the Taks' home is these migrants' last chance of refuge "before falling into the sea," and the household quickly becomes crowded, hot, and noisy. Then war sirens cry out over Kyung's citytoo, and her family and their guests take shelter underground. When the sirens stop, Kyung is upset-she wishes everything could go back to the way it was before: before the sirens, before strangers started coming into their home. But after an important talk with her parents, her new friend Sunhee, and Sunhee's father, Kyung realizes something important: We're stronger when we have each other, and the kindness we show one another in the darkest of times is a gift we'll never regret"
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All aboard the Alaska Train
by Brooke Hartman
"Five shiny train cars roll down the railroad track, picking up passengers along the way--a porcupine, grizzly bear, caribou, and more. Soon the cars are packed, but now the train must go up a tall mountain. Will the Alaska Train reach its destination?"
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Come out, come out, chameleon!
by Jonty Howley
"A charming old man is searching everywhere for his pet chameleon. His dog tries to help... but the man just can't see his colorful pet! The clever chameleon camouflages himself as a flower, a banana, a sock, and much more. When the man finds some pet care instructions stuck to the bottom of his slippers, he realizes that all he needs to do is shout 'Come out, come out, chameleon,' to make the chameleon appear"
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The wild
by Yuval Zommer
"An environmental fable about protecting our planet, in which Earth is imagined as a beautiful, precious, and vulnerable creature called the Wild"
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It's Holi!
by Sanyukta Mathur
Getting ready for Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors, young Nikhil is nervous about the festivities until his family comes up with a silly solution for him to celebrate the messy colors of spring with everyone. Illustrations.
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10 things I love about dinosaurs
by Samantha Sweeney
"A lively celebration of the most wonderful things about dinosaurs, from learning facts and figures and knowing the names of the dinosaurs, to a fossil hunt and a trip to the dinosaur museum"
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The cutest brave little bunny
by Joy Steuerwald
Tired of only being seen as cute, Little Bunny sets out to show everyone that she's also brave, clever and helpful with the help of a new friend who likes her for who she really is. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Sleepy Sheepy and the sheepover
by Lucy Ruth Cummins
On his very first sheepover, Sleepy Sheepy CANNOT SLEEPY due to scratchy blankets, mismatched pjs and being homesick, until Grammy and Grampy come to the rescue. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Butterflies.
by Penguin Young Readers Licenses
When Bluey and Judo decide to play another game instead of Butterflies, leaving Bingo behind, Bluey must find a way to make it up to her heartbroken little sister. Original. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The book that can read your mind
by Marianna Coppo
Inspired by 17th-century magic books, this interactive game-in-a-book stars magician Lady Rabbit, who can READ YOUR MIND, and invites readers to pick a member of the magician's adorable audience then the book will guess who it is! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Just try it
by Phil Rosenthal
When he brings his daughter, Lil, to a food truck festival hoping his picky eater will try something new, Phil is about to give up until an unexpected mustard accident changes everything, in this hilarious picture book from the Netflix star and New York Times best-selling author. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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You're going to love this book!
by Jory John
Daring readers not to have fun, this unique and uproarious picture book has everything?—?comedy, drama, action, heart?—?and what's even better, it has homework, a trip to the dentist and raisins?—?nature's candy! By the #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Good Egg and The Bad Seed. Illustrations.
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Look how much I've grown in kindergarten!
by Vera Ahiyya
When her favorite teacher creates a growth chart for students to note how they each want to change and grow?—?inside and out?—?over the next few months, Mason, who thinks she can't do anything right, wants to grow in every way! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Hope is a rainbow
by Hoda Kotb
Empowering the youngest readers to reach for their dreams, this beautiful book is a lesson in optimism and what a positive outlook can bring?—?and honors the childlike wonder and curiosity in us all. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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This wolf was different
by Katie Slivensky
Inspired by natural history, this captivating story follows a wolf pup who wishes she were more like her siblings?—?more like a real wolf?—?until she meets a new kind of creature whose friendship shows her it's ok to be different. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Do I have to go to the party?
by Jonathan Fenske
Poppy the puffer fish is invited to Baby Guppy's birthday party, but she is nervous imagining all the things that can go wrong--but at the party it is Poppy who saves the day
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The reflection in me
by Marc Colagiovanni
This wholly original exploration of self-love and self-acceptance empowers children and readers of all ages to find the courage to look inside and embrace the qualities that make them unique and wonderful. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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There's no such thing as vegetables
by Kyle Lukoff
Arriving in the community garden to get some vegetables for a salad, Chester instead is faced with an indignant cast of talking“veggies,” who give him a good dressing down and school him on social constructs and taxonomy. Illustrations.
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Bunny should be sleeping
by Amy Hest
"When his Dad doesn't come check on him before bed like he always does, Bunny can't sleep and packs a wagon with special supplies to check on his Dad, who is happy to see him??—??and all is right with the world again. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Luigi, the spider who wanted to be a kitten
by Michelle Knudsen
When a lady mistakes him for kitten, big hairy spider Luigi resists her kind advances until tasty breakfasts and getting tucked into bed convince him otherwise, but he soon learns what might be at stake when you pretend to be someone you're not. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Nana in the country
by Lauren Castillo
"In this beautiful companion to the Caldecott Honor-winning Nana in the City, a young boy surprises his beloved Nana with many unique-to-the-country adventures! Illustrations. "
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The good little mermaid's guide to bedtime
by Eija Sumner
A little mermaid, who is a terror of the deep?—?too fierce, scary and ferocious to follow The Good Little Mermaid's Guide to Bedtime?—?resists going to sleep at every turn, in this uproarious underwater story. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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My first Earth Day
by Karen Katz
Wonderful storytelling and vibrant collage art invite readers to celebrate Earth Day with a grandmother-granddaughter duo who spend the day recycling, picking up litter, supporting local businesses and caring for our wonderful planet. Illustrations.
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Partly cloudy
by Deborah Freedman
While looking at the clouds, two curious bunnies see something completely different?—?one uses his imagination while the other can only see the science behind them?—?and learn that cloud watching is much more fun when they can see it through each other's eyes. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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A rainbow in brown
by Pavonis Giron
Using a palette of red, yellow and blue in art class, Jo explores painting with primary colors and making her own secondary colors, but through her exploration of colors of the rainbow, she finds her favorite is a combination of all of them: brown. Illustrations.
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Doris
by Lo Cole
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Counting on Mom
by Valentina Jaskina
"In this simple counting book, adorable animal characters encourage readers to count and celebrate all the amazing moms around them. Simultaneous Board. Illustrations. "
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Slow down, Stanley
by Elena Levi
"Sloths are known for being slow, but not Stanley--he's always rushing from one thing to the next, driven on by adventure and curiosity. He's different from the other sloths, and happy to be so-though his dad worries. One day, when there is a fire in theforest, Stanley's speed helps to save the sloths, and he is finally accepted for who he is"
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Memory garden
by Zohreh Ghahremani
"A lively afternoon together in Nana's garden is full of laughter, discovery, and connection. In lyrical text that blends past and present"
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Pretty ugly
by David Sedaris
"In this hilarious illustrated fable, Anna Van Ogre loses her lovely monstrous looks and is turned into a sickeningly adorable, rosy-cheeked little girl. It starts her on a journey to learn an unforgettable lesson about true beauty"
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The Gabi that Girma wore
by Fasika Adefris
This beautiful love letter to the Gabi, a traditional Ethiopian cloth used to celebrate both community and culture, follows the journey of the Gabi that Girma wore, from seed to harvest, from loom to shop, to a gift for Girma. Illustrations.
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A flicker of hope
by Cynthia Harmony
"Lucâia loves to watch the monarchs' migration from her home in Mexico with Papâa. But this year, the monarchs' journey north holds extra weight; Papâa is heading north, too, to look for work. He promises her that when 'the weather turns cold and the monarcas return, our winged ancestors will guide me home.' So while he spends the summer months harvesting produce on faraway farms, Lucâia watches the skies for signs of the monarchs'--and her papâa's--return"
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Jam, too?
by JaNay Brown-Wood
Celebrating the joy of making music, this rhythmic picture book will have readers moving to the beat as a drum circle forms on the beach, inviting them to jam along. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Walking Trees
by Marie-Louise Gay
Taking her tree, George, on a walk through the neighborhood, Lily inspires her friends to get trees of their own and together they become a small forest that travels from one end of the city to the other, with more and more people joining in each day. Illustrations.
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Rocket ship, solo trip
by Chiara Colombi
Exploring the complicated emotions of big firsts, this exciting picture book invites readers to blast off with Rocket as she embarks on her first solo mission to outer space and wonders if she can do it alone until she remembers Ground Control's words of encouragement. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The moving-box sukkah
by Leah Rachel Berkowitz
"A boy and his mom move to the city shortly before Sukkot and need to figure out where to build a sukkah and how to make new holiday traditions in an unfamiliar place"
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Mommy's new friend
by Shelley Tougas
Even though it was not easy at first, Lily learns to how to embrace Mommy's new friend Carl as a member of her family
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The ocean gardener
by Clara Anganuzzi
"Ayla lives on a beautiful tropical island surrounded by a coral reef. Her mom is a marine biologist, and every day, the two go exploring together. One day, Ayla notices that many of the fish have disappeared, and the once-vibrant corals have turned pale. She and her mom set out to save the corals--but is it too late?"
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| This Baby. That Baby. by Cari Best; illustrated by Rashin KheiriyehTwo babies who live on neighboring streets have parallel experiences in this lighthearted slice-of-life picture book. Rollicking verses and winsome artwork make for an "utterly irresistible" (Kirkus Reviews) read. |
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Mara hears in style
by Terri Clemmons
Starting a new school, hearing-impaired Mara makes a connection on the playground and finds her hearing aid superpowers are perfect for making new friends, in this engaging picture book filled with American Sign Language depictions. Illustrations.
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Not my circus
by Janet Sumner Johnson
Olivia was supposed to buy eggs at the store, but instead she came home with a circus; despite food fights and a lack of potty training, Olivia is determined to keep her animals--even after Mr. Victor changes his mind and wants them back
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I do not eat children
by Marcus Cutler
"A monster claims he would never eat a child as the children playing around him suspiciously disappear one by one"
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The drama llama
by Rachel Morrisroe
"Alex Allen, like lots of children, sometimes worries about things--like dancing badly or getting an answer wrong in class. But unlike lots of children, every time he worries a real-life llama appears! And the more Alex worries, the bigger Llama grows...which starts getting him into all sorts of trouble. Will Alex ever learn how to control his worries and get rid of this pesky llama?"
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Hello : how Nèuwa created the world
by Viola Wang
Demonstrating the importance of language, community and communication, this beautiful story follows Nüwa, a lonely young goddess?—?and the only person on Earth?—?who longs for someone to talk to until she finds a way to create a friend whose“Hello” creates magic. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Where is Poppy?
by Caroline Kusin Pritchard
Missing her Poppy during Passover, a young Jewish child realizes, with the help of family, memory and tradition, that Poppy will always be with her. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Sydney's big speech
by Malcolm Newsome
"Sydney wants to be a great leader when she grows up. There's just one problem--when she tries to speak in front of the class, she gets nervous, and the words just won't come out. Sydney's journey includes practice [and] encouragement from her loving dad"
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I lived inside a whale
by Xin Li
"A quiet child in a boisterous family, Emma Wen dreams of a world that is peaceful and silent. When she reads about the blue whale--with a heart so big her father could stand in it--she has an idea. She fashions a boat out of household objects and sails from her bedroom into the mouth of a whale, where she settles in happily. Emma has finally found her peace and quiet. That is until another child, Owen Tang, arrives inside the whale and is loud, noisy and 'everything she is running away from.' Emma andOwen's unlikely friendship blossoms inside the microcosm of the whale"
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Somebody needs to do something about that monster
by Doug Cenko
When the villagers start complaining about“that monster,” Merv, a kind and gentle monster who minds his own business, decides to take care of that nuisance himself, resulting in an unexpected adventure, in this silly and ironic twist on“The Little Dutch Boy.” Illustrations.
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Seoul food
by Erin Russell
To celebrate both her Black and Korean cultures, Hana creates a dish that brings together the best flavors of the South and Korea in a delicious new way for her four grandparents. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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What's new, Daniel?
by Micha Archer
A Caldecott Honor-winning author/illustrator's gloriously detailed collages invite readers into Daniel's blossoming world, encouraging them to appreciate all the wonderful new things in their own lives, big and small. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Ride beside me
by Lucy Knisley
"Riding their bikes through the neighborhood, a mother and son see all types of bikes, including unicycles and tandem bikes, and before long, the bikes outnumber the cars and trucks, forming a parade celebrating the beautiful community they all share. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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The crayons love our planet
by Drew Daywalt
The hilarious Crayons are back in this celebration of our planet and their contributions to it?—?white ice caps, green trees, blue oceans and skies, brown soil and even wheat! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The Night Before Passover
by Natasha Wing
Told in the style of Clement C .Moore's classic poem, this festive story follows a little girl as she and her family read the Haggadah on the night before Passover to honor their history, eat matzoh, ask the Four Questions and other traditions. Original. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Youth Services Department 222 E Eleven Mile Rd Royal Oak, Michigan 48067 (248) 246-3725https://www.ropl.org/ |
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