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Summer Reading Picks June - August 2022
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Not sure what to read this summer? Try these books! Ask a librarian for more recommendations.
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Bad dog
by Mike Boldt
A willful youngster who insists that her new pet is a bad dog and not actually a cat describes how her “dog” refuses to listen, walk on a leash, play fetch or even bark, even if she is cute while sleeping in sunny places. By the illustrator of I Don’t Want to Be a Frog. Illustrations.
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The smart cookie
by Jory John
Forced to try something totally new for a class project, Smart Cookie, who has never really felt “smart” at all, must create her own recipe using a little bit of creativity and confidence to see this through. 250,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Mister Seahorse
by Eric Carle
After Mrs. Seahorse lays her eggs on Mr. Seahorse's belly, he drifts through the water, greeting other fish fathers who are taking care of their eggs, in a story that includes a "hide-and-seek" feature with acetate overlays.
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Jules vs. the ocean
by Jessie Sima
Resolving to impress her older sister by building a fancy sandcastle, young Jules builds increasingly elaborate castles only to see them washed away by waves that also carry off her bucket, compelling her to take a whimsical stand. 75,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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The very impatient caterpillar
by Ross Burach
A STEM-friendly, laugh-out-loud introduction to metamorphosis depicts a nervous and very impatient little caterpillar who nudges a fellow caterpillar for facts about their transformation while struggling to wait through a long stretch in his cocoon.
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Jabari jumps
by Gaia Cornwall
"Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. "Looks easy," says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the diving board. In a sweetly appealing tale of overcoming your fears, newcomer Gaia Cornwall captures a moment between a patient and encouraging father and a determined little boy you can't help but root for"
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Wave
by 1974- Lee, Suzy
A wordless picture book shows a little girl's first experiences at the beach, as she goes from being afraid of the roaring waves to playing on the shore while gulls soar overhead.
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Books for beginning readers K-3rd grade
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Biscuit
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Biscuit, the little yellow puppy, is so excited and energetic that he would rather play than go to bed, in an early vocabulary-building story for the youngest readers. Simultaneous.
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Today I will fly!
by Mo Willems
While reckless Piggie is determined to fly, his friend Elephant is skeptical, but when Piggie gets a little help from others, amazing things happen. 75,000 first printing. $150,000 ad/promo.
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Noodlehead nightmares
by Tedd Arnold
Pie-loving, chore-hating Noodlehead siblings Mac and Mac are duped out of a share of apple pie while they think up outlandish solutions for everyday problems in a comic-book style modern folktale. Reprint.
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Eva's treetop festival
by Rebecca Elliott
Having a Bloomtastic Festival at school to celebrate spring is a great idea--but Eva Wingdale, a young owl, discovers that it is also a lot of work, and there is nothing wrong with asking her friends for help
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The school is alive!
by Jack Chabert
Sam Graves discovers that his elementary school is alive and plotting against the students, and, as hall monitor, it is his job to protect them--but he will need some help from his friends
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The Bad Guys
by Aaron Blabey
A group of animal companions who look bad but perform good deeds overcome their inborn natures to work together for the sake of rescuing hundreds of dogs from a maximum-security dog pound. By the award-winning author of The Ghost of Miss Annabel Spoon. Original. Simultaneous eBook.
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Inspector Flytrap
by Tom Angleberger
The creator of the Origami Yoda series and his wife, the creator of the Newbery Honor-winning El Deafo, present a debut entry in a series starring a disabled mystery-solving Venus flytrap, who investigates a mysterious glob on a recently discovered da Vinci painting. Simultaneous.
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Juana & Lucas
by 1980- Medina, Juana
A spunky young girl from Colombia loves playing with her canine best friend and resists boring school activities, especially learning English, until her family tells her that a special trip is planned to an English-speaking place
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Let's get cracking!
by Cyndi Marko
Transforming into an avian superhero who fights crime in the city of Fowladelphia, Gordon Blue hops into his Beakmobile and is led by his super birdy senses to a festival where all the chickens have lost their feathers and donned itchy woolly sweaters. Simultaneous.
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Just joking 2 : 300 hilarious jokes about everything, including tongue twisters, riddles, and more!
by National Geographic Society
Packed with even more of the silly jokes that kids love, including knock-knocks, tongue twisters, riddles, traditional question and answer jokes, and more, this humor-filled book is presented in a colorful, photo-driven style that includes laughing animals and funny people paired with each joke, adding an extra chuckle on each page. Simultaneous.
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Looking for uplifting books that celebrate diversity? Try these titles inspired by our Read across the County selections, Last Stop on Market Street and New Kid.
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Last stop on Market Street
by Matt de la Peäna
A young boy rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things. By the author of the celebrated picture book A Nation's Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis.
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Thank you, Omu!
by Oge Mora
When her wonderful stew attracts the attention of hungry neighbors, Omu generously shares portion after portion before discovering that she has nothing left to eat herself, a dilemma that culminates in a heartwarming community surprise. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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Mango, Abuela, and me
by Meg Medina
When Mia's Abuela comes to live with Mia and her family, she helps her learn English while Mia learns Spanish, both with the help of a parrot named Mango
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Grandpa across the ocean
by Hyewon Yum
When a little boy visits his grandfather on the other side of the ocean, everything is unfamiliar and boring until time together proves that Grandpa can be a lot of fun
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Graphic Novels & Chapter Books
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New kid
by Jerry Craft
Enrolled in a prestigious private school where he is one of only a few students of color, talented seventh grade artist Jordan finds himself torn between the worlds of his Washington Heights apartment home and the upscale circles of Riverdale Academy. 20,000 first printing. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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Class act
by Jerry Craft
"Eighth grader Drew Ellis recognizes that he isn't afforded the same opportunities, no matter how hard he works, that his privileged classmates at the Riverdale Academy Day School take for granted, and to make matters worse, Drew begins to feel as if hisgood friend Liam might be one of those privileged kids and is finding it hard not to withdraw, even as their mutual friend Jordan tries to keep their group of friends together."--Provided by publisher
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Stargazing
by 1984- Wang, Jen
Growing up in the same Chinese-American suburb, perfectionist Christine and artistic, confident, impulsive Moon become unlikely best friends, whose friendship is tested by jealousy, social expectations, and illness
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El Deafo
by Cece Bell
The author recounts in graphic novel format her experiences with hearing loss at a young age, including using a bulky hearing aid, learning how to lip read, and determining her "superpower."
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Blended
by Sharon M. Draper
Piano-prodigy Isabella, eleven, whose black father and white mother struggle to share custody, never feels whole, especially as racial tensions affect her school, her parents both become engaged, and she and her stepbrother are stopped by police
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Song for a whale
by Lynne Kelly
Twelve-year-old Iris and her grandmother, both deaf, drive from Texas to Alaska armed with Iris's plan to help Blue-55, a whale unable to communicate with other whales
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