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| Berry Song by Michaela GoadeWhat it's about: In the misty forest on an Alaskan island, a young Tlingit girl and her grandmother gather berries -- salmonberries, cloudberries, nagoonberries, and more -- as they sing their gratitude back to the land.
Don't miss: the inside covers, featuring berry names in both Tlingit and English.
Author buzz: This lyrical, atmospheric story is the first solo book by Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade, who is Tlingit herself (Raven moiety and Kiks.ádi clan). |
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The hotel for bugs
by Suzy Senior
What it's about: A new hotel for bugs has just opened, and the local bugs are so excited! When the doors open, they marvel at the decorations, check out the buffet, and lounge by the pool and spa. Soon, a slug enters the building and asks for a room, but the manager tells him that the hotel is only for bugs. The sad slug leaves, and the bugs point out to the manager that even the bugs are all different--and even stranger than the slug!
Why read it: For a playful and colorful story about inclusion and acceptance of others.
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| A Spoonful of Frogs by Casey Lyall; illustrated by Vera BrosgolLights, camera, amphibians: While brewing up soup on her cooking show, a green-skinned, pink-nosed witch suddenly realizes that the crucial ingredient -- a spoonful of frogs for flavor and color -- has hopped away, forcing her to give chase.
Read it for: perfectly paced slapstick comedy told in a deadpan tone, heightening both the humor of the story and the playful visuals from Caldecott Honoree Vera Brosgol.
Reviewers say: "An all-seasons recipe for storytime success" (Booklist). |
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Rainbow hands
by Mamta Nainy
The story: While painting his nails to express his every mood and feeling, a young boy discovers the most important thing of all the magic of being his true self.
Reviewers say: "The innocent, gender-stereotype-defying tale joins a modest but growing number of picture books that introduce young people to tolerance for and celebration of the variety of human experience."
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| The Baby-Changing Station by Rhett Miller; illustrated by Dan SantatWhat it's about: Already frustrated by his scene-stealing baby brother Joe, big kid James is deputized for diaper-changing duty during a family restaurant outing. But the changing station he finds features an unusual perk: the chance to exchange his baby bro for cool stuff.
How it's told: James' journey of jealousy and temptation unspools through conversational, first-person rhymes and outsize illustrations. |
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| A Grand Day by Jean Reidy; illustrated by Samantha CotterillWhat it is: a cozy and inclusive snapshot of how a variety of children spend quality time with their grandparents.
Art alert: Cunningly constructed three-dimensional artwork depicting grands and grandkids gardening, cooking, reading, playing, exploring, and many other activities.
Why kids might like it: While the illustrations will attract close attention from visually oriented kids, the warmhearted family scenes may offer comfort to a wide range of readers and listeners. |
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| Dude! by Aaron Reynolds; illustrated by Dan SantatWhat it is: a clever, comical romp told through just one word: "Dude."
What happens: A platypus and a beaver on a surfing expedition encounter a humongous, toothy shark...who might not be as fearsome as he appears.
Why kids might like it: Readers of all ages will relish trying out endless variations on the sole word of dialogue in this exuberant, colorful read-aloud. |
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Oona and the shark
by Kelly DiPucchio
What it's about: Big, bold and loud, Oona the mermaid is determined to win over Stanley the shark, who hates her latest hopping, chopping and popping inventions.
Why read it: Oona’s mistakes and eventual success will teach children to be more aware and accepting of personalities that are different from their own.
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| If Sharks Disappeared by Lily WilliamsWhat it is: an introduction to the ecological importance of sharks, as told by a curious child who describes the roles of sharks, the potentially catastrophic impact their extinction, and the ways in which humans can prevent that outcome.
What's inside: vivid oceanscapes brimming with biodiversity; suggestions for further reading; and a kid-appropriate action checklist.
Series alert: This is the 1st book in the If Animals Disappeared series, which later highlights polar bears, elephants, bees, and tigers. |
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Good night, Baby Shark
by Pinkfong
What it is: When its bedtime and Baby Shark is not sleepy, the whole shark family teams up to help him fall asleep.
Read it for: a fun bedtime read for little Baby Shark lovers.
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