January 2020 list by K. Pearson
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Almost Time
by Gary D. Schmidt
Eager for maple syrup, Ethan can’t wait till sugaring time rolls around. And he can’t wait till his loose tooth falls out. But his father keeps telling him it’s not time yet, and no matter how hard he tries, he can’t make time pass more quickly.
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An ABC of Flowers
by Jutta Hilpuesch
Lavishly illustrated with vibrant floral photography, a colorful alphabet primer features a miniature-sized girl named Amelie who pairs each letter of the alphabet with a beautiful flower, from a carnation and daisy to a rose and sunflower.
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Ariba: An Old Tale About New Shoes
by Masha Manapov
Marcus's joy over a new pair of shoes prompts his grandfather to tell him a story about Ariba, who has an unusual relationship with a persistent pair of shoes.
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Beware!
by Bob Raczka
A cautionary tale using words made up of only the five letters in its title finds Abe the bear cub and Bree the bee working through a confrontational first meeting to become unlikely friends.
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Encounter
by Brittany Luby
A celebration of differences and finding common ground is inspired by the 16th-century journal of French explorer Jacques Cartier and reimagines a first meeting between a French sailor and a Stadaconan fisher.
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Five Little Bunnies
by James Dean
Children are invited to sing along with Pete the Cat in a groovy Easter adaptation of the “Five Little Monkeys” classic that finds Pete calling the doctor when each of five little bunnies bumps their head after naughtily jumping on the bed.
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From A to Z With Energy!
by Connie Bergstein Dow
Rhyming, playful alphabet book for young children about different ways to play actively and move their bodies. Includes a guide for adults featuring movement activities.
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The Great Eggscape!
by Jory John
The best-selling creators of The Cool Bean present a seasonally themed story that finds the Good Egg and his 11 carton friends gathering every Sunday for their favorite game of hide-and-seek.
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Humpty Dumpty Lived Near a Wall
by Derek Hughes
Harsh laws and the wall that keeps them in darkness make life dreary for the King's subjects, but Humpty Dumpty defies the King to look over the wall.
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It's Okay to Be a Unicorn!
by Jason Tharp
Cornelius J. Sparklesteed is known among all the other horses in Hoofington for his beautiful and creative handmade hats. But Cornelius is hiding a secret under his own tall, pointy hat: He’s really a unicorn.
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Kiki & Jax: The Life-Changing Magic of Friendship
by Marie Kondō
The best-selling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up and the Geisel Honor-winning creator of the Penguin series present the story of how two animal best friends overcome conflict by creating a well-organized space just for themselves.
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Last Stop On the Reindeer Express
by Maudie Powell-Tuck
Stumbling into a magical mailbox, young Mia arrives inside the sophisticated Reindeer Express and is whisked away on an exciting voyage through exotic lands, in a lavishly detailed Christmas picture book that features peek-though holes, lift-flap doors and Mia's openable letter to her grandfather.
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Llama Llama Very Busy Springtime
by Anna Dewdney
Llama Llama gets in over his head when he plans a bit too much for one day, in a relatable storybook based on a popular episode of the animated series.
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Mindful Day
by Deborah Hopkinson
A young girl shares a day of quiet, mindful activities with her family, discovering important lessons about patience and appreciation while using focused awareness to appreciate such small miracles as a singing bird and a rising silver moon. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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No More Naps!: A Story for When You're Wide-awake and Definitely Not Tired
by Chris Grabenstein
It's time for a nap but, just like stubborn toddlers everywhere, Annalise Devin McFleece won't have anything to do with bedtime. Dad tries to encourage sleepiness by pushing her around the park in her stroller. Along the way, they pass a man sitting on a bench, dog walkers walking dogs, a boy on a skateboard, kids playing ball, a girl practicing her juggling, and others.
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Pluto Gets the Call
by Adam Rex
When he receives a call from Earth telling him he is no longer considered a planet, Pluto embarks on a journey through the solar system, where he tries to understand his new designation while meeting planets, asteroids, the moon and the sun.
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The Return of Thelma the Unicorn
by Aaron Blabey
A sequel to Thelma the Unicorn combines whimsical rhymes with engaging illustrations in the story of how Thelma decides to embrace her unicorn horn and sparkles again to help spread love and joy regardless of the views of others.
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Snail Crossing
by Corey R. Tabor
When Snail spies a plump, crisp cabbage across the road, nothing will stop him—not a speeding car or even a hungry crow. But then kindhearted Snail stops to help a crew of antsy ants in a rainstorm, and he loses his way. It looks like he will never get his treat—until Snail’s new friends come up with an ingenious idea. . . .
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Straw
by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Meet Straw! He's always rushed straight to the finish. But when his speedy streak gets the best of him, it takes a friend to show Straw how to drink in the amazing world around him.A companion to Spoon and Chopsticks, this delightful story celebrates the joys of taking it slow.
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The Tree That's Meant to Be
by Yuval Zommer
Left behind as his neighbors are chosen to be Christmas trees, a crooked little fir discovers the warmth of the holidays and the special qualities of being different when it is comforted by kindhearted animals.
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