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Books for 1st & 2nd GradersSummer 2024
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Awe-Samosas!
by Marzieh Abbas
It's Noor's first time making her Dadijaan's Special Samosa recipe. When she can't get in touch with her Dadijaan because it's nighttime in Pakistan, Noor must improvise to make her family's recipe without all of the correct ingredients.
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The Sea Hides a Seahorse
by Sara T. Behrman
Hidden in the ocean of colorful fish, octopus, kelp, sea sponges, and other sea life is a most unique creature: the seahorse. Featuring different species of seahorses and sea dragons across the world, The Sea Hides a Seahorse is a subtle seek-and-find story that journeys underwater to provide a glimpse into the secrets of seahorses as they swim, hide, hunt, court, mate, and more. Included at the back is more information about seahorses and how to support their protection and conservation.
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Ahoy!
by Sophie Blackall
Encouraging imaginative play and family fun, a young child convinces their parents to embark on a high-seas adventure - in their living room - with the help of a vacuum, broom and carpet!
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Just Flowers
by Erin Dealey
Izzy's grumpy neighbor insists Izzy remove unwanted flowers from his rose garden, but instead of discarding them, Izzy spreads the joy to others, leading to a town blossoming with a rainbow of flowers.
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At the End of the Day
by Lisl H. Detlefsen
As a busy, exhausted and loving family struggles to get things done in the run-up to bedtime, they discover that, with a little patience, the end of the day can be warm and cozy, surprising and exciting, and just right!
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Churro Stand
by Karina Nicole Gonzalez
On a hot summer's day, Lucía and her brother accompany their mother to sell delicious churros on the bustling streets of New York City, but when a thunderstorm rolls in and the customers are chased away, Lucía's mother must improvise with a little bit of magic and lots of amor.
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Barrio Rising: The Protest that Built Chicano Park
by Maria Dolores Aguila
Community members, primarily of Mexican-American descent, band together and protest the construction of a police station on designated parkland and transform it into a vibrant cultural hub adorned with colorful murals that celebrate their heritage. Includes backmatter on Chicano Park in San Diego California.
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Bubbly Beautiful Kitty-Corn
by Shannon Hale
Kitty helps her best friend Unicorn accomplish his dream of being a mermaid, but despite an elaborate DIY mermaid tail, the friends' trip to the beach does not go as planned and Unicorn's insecurities emerge.
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Big Bear and Little Bear Go Fishing
by Amy Hest
Deciding they're in the mood for fishing, Big Bear and Little Bear pack up a red wagon with poles, freshly baked scones and a good book to read, and even though it's unclear how much fishing will get done, they are happy just spending time together.
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The First Day of School
by Matt Huntley
When Alex loses his new red backpack on the first day of school, Chase, Skye and the rest of Adventure Bay's PAW Patrol come to the rescue, in this exciting introduction to buses, classrooms, classmates and teachers.
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I Am More Than
by LeBron James
Lively rhyming verse from the NBA superstar and cultural icon reminds young readers they are more than one label, trait or interest - and they can do anything they set their minds to.
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Butt or Face?: Revenge of the Butts
by Kari Lavelle
Are you ready for round two of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face! Butt or Face? Volume 2 continues the delightfully cheeky challenge with a whole new set of animals from all over the world. Examine a close-up photo of an animal and then guess whether you're looking at the top or the...um...bottom. The answer is revealed on the next page with a compete photo of the animal! Also included are factual animal details along with how these animals use camouflage or other trickery to engage with their home. Readers will discover animals like the alien butt spider who turns leaves into burrito-like hideaways, the leaf-tailed gecko whose body mimics the leaves and bark of a tree, and many more!"
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Touch the Sky
by Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic
Captures the unforgettable moment when a child learns how to pump on a swing.
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A Song of Gladness
by Michael Morpurgo
This timely reminder of the beauty and importance of the natural world celebrates our connection with nature and each other, and the urgent need for us to join together in caring for the planet and every creature in it.
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Mama's Library Summers
by Melvina Noel
Mama takes her two daughters to the library every summer to pick out books about Black people so they can see the struggles, strength, and hope of people who look like them.
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Abuela's Library
by Lissette Norman
When their favorite reading tree is cut down, Alfonso and his Abuela transform the stump into something magical for their whole community - their very own neighborhood library!
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Marley's Pride
by Joelle Retener
Marley is a little nonbinary kid with big anxieties. Crowds? Pass. Loud noises? No, thanks. When their Zaza is up for an award at Pride, they want to go to the parade for the first time with their beloved grandparent. But can Marley overcome their fears? Highlighting the joyful experiences of a queer family of color finding community at Pride, this story features end matter about the history of Pride, a glossary of LGBTQ+ terms, and a list of resources.
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Piper Chen Sings
by Phillipa Soo
Loving nothing more than to sing, Piper Chen is suddenly riddled with doubt when she agrees to sing a solo in her school's Spring Sing until Nai Nai, her grandmother, helps her overcome her nerves and shine her brightest.
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Being Home
by Traci Sorell
Moving back to their ancestral land, a joy-filled Cherokee girl draws the changing landscape as they travel along, looking forward to the end of the journey where she'll be with family and settle into the new rhythm of home.
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Summer is Here
by Renee Watson
Celebrating iconic childhood joys, this beautiful ode to a summer day, from sunrise to sunset, follows one young girl who has the perfect day swimming, jumping rope and eating ice cream, in an exploration of joy, family, friendship, sunshine and wonder.
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Roxie Loves Adventure
by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
When she accidentally gets locked outside, pampered pug Roxie wonders if she'll ever have toys, treats and tummy rubs again until she finds her way back inside, dreaming of the adventures tomorrow might hold.
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That Flag
by Tameka Fryer Brown
Bianca is Keira's best friend. At school, they are inseparable. But Keira questions their friendship when she learns more about the meaning of the Confederate flag hanging from Bianca's front porch. Will the two friends be able to overlook their distinct understandings of the flag? Or will they reckon with the flag's effect on yesterday and today?
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The Crayons Go Back to School
by Drew Daywalt
In this entertaining back-to-school story starring the comical crayons from the #1 New York Times best-selling The Day the Crayons Quit, the crayons look forward to their first day of school?—?and letting loose during their favorite class?—?art! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Hickory Dickory Dock
by Kim Dean
Pete the Cat puts a groovy spin on the classic nursery rhyme “Hickory Dickory Dock,” in this sing-along storybook with original illustrations.
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Becoming Charley
by Kelly DiPucchio
Too busy admiring the beautiful world around him to listen to everyone telling him the right way to become a butterfly, Charley knows that staying true to himself will lead to the perfect transformation.
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How Dinosaurs Went Extinct
by Ame Dyckman
This laugh-out-loud “safety guide,” featuring dad jokes and tantrum-throwing dinosaurs, follows a child in a museum who asks their parents how the dinosaurs became extinct, listening raptly to their father's theories of what REALLY happened.
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Moving the Millers' Minnie Moore Mine Mansion
by Dave Eggers
In this wacky true tale of American ingenuity, Annie Miller took to raising pigs in the yard after losing all but her mansion, but when the town wanted the pigs out, she removed the whole mansion instead - rolling it away slowly on logs.
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Give This Book Away!
by Darren Farrell
Cleverly introducing the act of giving, and how you feel when you give to someone else, this one-of-a-kind picture book is for kids to read and enjoy, then to give away to someone they've never spoken to before.
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Party Hearty Kitty-Corn
by Shannon Hale
When newcomer Puppy ruins Kitty's purr-fectly laid plans for a kitty-corn party and steals Unicorn's attention and affection, making Kitty jealous, Unicorn shows Kitty that nothing will ever threaten a friendship as strong as theirs.
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Sometimes It's Nice to Be Alone
by Amy Hest
Lively text and exuberant illustrations combine to show children how joy and comfort can be found both in alone time and in the company of a friend.
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Witch Hazel
by Molly Schaar Idle
As her friend Hazel's broom whisks the dust off many years of joyful memories, young Hilda watches them come to life, wondering if magic is making memories - or are memories making magic?
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Tomorrow is New Year's Day: Seollal, a Korean Celebration of the Lunar New Year
by Aram Kim
Mina can't wait to share the customs of Seollal with all of her friends at school. She will show her classmates her colorful hanbok, demonstrate how to do sebae, and then everyone will make tasty tteokguk in the cooking room. Yum! Her little brother may even join in on the fun...if he can find a way out of his bad mood.
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Grumpy Monkey Don't Be Scared
by Suzanne Lang
Hearing strange noises and seeing glowing eyes while braving the jungle on Halloween night, Jim Panzee and his friends remind each other that nothing could be scarier than returning home with no treats!
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The Monster Mac and Cheese Party
by Todd Parr
Holding a monsters-only mac and cheese party, the monsters share all their creepy twists on this favorite food until HUMANS unexpectedly join in the fun, in this hilarious read aloud about the value of sharing meals with friends and trying new things.
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We Are Going to Be Pals!
by Mark Teague
Doing his best to teach Rhino about how to be a friend while navigating their non-so-simple symbiotic relationship, Egret discovers communication and kindness are the key to any friendship when Rhino comes to his rescue.
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A Land of Books: Dreams of Young Mexihcah Word Painters
by Duncan Tonatiuh
Paying tribute to Mesoamerican ingenuity and celebrating the universal power of books, this book, as told by a young Aztec girl, shows how her parents and others paint manuscripts to document their history, science, tributes and sacred rituals.
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I Am Me: A Book of Authenticity
by Susan Verde
A child embraces their individuality in a book that emphasizes standing out in a crowd, respecting others for who they are, and the importance of living as one's true self
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A Very Dinosaur Birthday
by Adam Wallace
Illustrations and rhyming text show what to expect when dinosaurs show up at your birthday party, from their bringing moldy presents to their eating all the food.
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How to Catch a Daddysaurus
by Alice Walstead
Silly rhymes and illustrations, along with STEAM concepts, abound in this new addition to the “How to Catch” series in which the Catch Club Kids set a trap to ensnare the elusive Daddysaurus - a brave, kind, brilliant and humorous creature.
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When Rubin Plays
by Gracey Zhang
When Rubin plays the violin, it doesn't sound like he imagines it should, so he goes into the forest to practice alone and finds an unlikely audience that loves his unique style, in this inspiring picture book about doing things in your own special way.
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