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| Twenty Questions by Mac Barnett; illustrated by Christian RobinsonNo wrong answers: The titular questions in this whimsical, thought-provoking volume are open-ended, working with the mixed-media illustrations to fire the imagination.
For example: "What kind of beast lives in this bathtub?"; "How did that cow get all the way up there?"; "Which of these fellows has a better singing voice?".
Re-readable: Because the answers could change every time and prompt stories of their own, kids may want to revisit this book again and again. |
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| Remember by Joy Harjo; illustrated by Michaela GoadeWhat it is: A spare and thoughtful poem about the deep connections between humans and nature, accompanied by dreamy illustrations in soft, radiant hues.
Want a taste? "Remember the sky you were born under...Remember all is in motion, is growing, is you."
Book buzz: Former United States Poet Laureate Joy Harjo (Mvskoke Nation) and Caldecott medalist Michaela Goade (Tlingit Nation) are a powerful Indigenous creative duo, giving this picture book strong appeal for adults as well as kids. |
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This book is my best friend
by Robin Robinson
What it's about: When book lovers and best friends Sunny and Aarush set their sights on the same book, they discover that sharing is the best part of reading and friendship.
Reviewers say: "Check out this sweetly astute story about the deep connections readers make with books and with kindred readers."
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| 100 Mighty Dragons All Named Broccoli by David LaRochelle; illustrated by Lian ChoWhat happens: A mountain cave is home to 100 dragons -- all answering to Broccoli -- until half of them drift away on the wind. Readers can giggle their way through adding and subtracting the remaining dragons as they come and go for activities such as flying to the moon, joining heavy metal bands, or becoming pro surfers.
Why kids might like it: Bustling illustrations of the expressive dragons add to the humor of this madcap mathematical tale.
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| Elena Rides by Juana MedinaStarring: eager elephant Elena, determined to work through her frustration (plus some dramatic tumbles) and find her balance on a two-wheeled bike.
Why kids might like it: Friendly text, chunky cartoon art, and an irrepressible heroine may help children acclimatize to the daunting task of practicing a new skill.
Kids might also like: Dashka Slater's Wild Blue or Chris Raschka's Everyone Can Learn to Ride a Bicycle, two other books that offer gentle encouragement for beginning cyclists. |
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| Tía Fortuna's New Home: A Jewish Cuban Journey by Ruth Behar; illustrated by Devon HolzwarthWhat it's about: Estrella’s Tía Fortuna has lived in her pink casita ever since arriving in Miami as a Jewish Cuban refugee. But now, as Estrella helps Tía Fortuna pack up for the move to assisted living, she begins to understand that home is more than a place.
Read it for: a warm, multilingual, intergenerational story that celebrates heritage and explores the balance between tradition and change. |
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The dinos on the bus
by Peter Millett
What it is: Set to the classic song“Wheels on the Bus,” a group of happy dinosaurs have a roaring good time on their very first bus ride.
Check it out for: a great readalong, or singalong, book with dinosaurs!
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I am me : a book of authenticity
by Susan Verde
What it's about: 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.
About the author: Susan Verde is the bestselling author of I Am Yoga, I Am Peace, I Am Human, I Am Love, I Am One, I Am Courage, and The Museum, all illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds, as well as the Feel-Good Fairy Tales books, illustrated by Jay Fleck, and Rock ’n’ Roll Soul, illustrated by Matthew Cordell. She teaches yoga and mindfulness to children and lives with her three children in East Hampton, New York.
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| Finding My Dance by Ria Thundercloud; illustrated by Kalila J. FullerWhat it is: an autobiography describing how Ria Thundercloud (Ho-Chunk Nation and Sandia Pueblo) went from a shy 4-year-old in her first jingle dress to a proud professional Indigenous dancer.
Reviewers say: "a moving picture book about the resilience one can find in one’s cultural inheritance" (Kirkus Reviews).
Kids might also like: Cynthia Leitich Smith's Jingle Dancer or Misty Copeland's Firebird. |
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The little house of hope
by Terry Catasâus Jennings
About this book: Arriving in the U.S. from Cuba, Esperanza and her family rent a little house that, though small, becomes a home for other immigrant families in need of a safe place to stay in a new land.
Reviewers say: "A valuable story about the importance of generosity and community."
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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