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Picture Books - August 2024 |
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| The First Week of School by Drew BeckmeyerIt's just a typical first week of school: a teacher, a classroom pet, kids with mixed emotions, and...an alien? Closely observed crayon art and an unusual, extraterrestrial perspective distinguish this funny, feel-good read. |
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5-Minute Kindness Stories
by Random House
Celebrating the power of kindness and teamwork, this collection of nine PAW Patrol stories, each of which can be read in five minutes or less, follow Chase, Skye, Marshall and the rest of the puppy heroes as they lend a helping paw to someone in need.
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| Prunella by Beth Ferry; illustrated by Claire KeaneTreated like an outsider because of her affinity for odd and eerie plants, prickly young gardener Prunella blossoms when she meets other curious kids with unusual interests. Nature-lovers and nonconformists will relate to this hopeful horticultural tale. |
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The Blue Canoe
by Sheryl McFarlane
This thoughtful book gently addresses a child's natural worries about shifting family dynamics as a mother and daughter spend the day on the lake, considering the way their paddling routine might change when a new baby arrives.
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All You Need to Know About Dogs : By A. Cat
by Fred Blunt
Written from the perspective of a self-assured cat, this hilarious picture book tries to convince readers that cats are best by pointing out that dogs smell and are not too bright, but when the narrator is rescued by a group of dogs, will they finally accept dogs can be clever, too?
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| Just What to Do by Kyle Lukoff; illustrated by Hala TahboubA card, a laugh, a hug -- different people need different things after they experience a loss, as the child in this book discovers through kindhearted trial and error.
Read-alike: Cori Doerrfeld’s The Rabbit Listened, another sweet story about emotions and communication. |
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On a Mushroom Day
by Chris Baker
Encouraging curiosity about the wild beauty of fungi, this informational picture book follows a child and their caregiver as they walk through a summertime wood, sharing the sights, sounds and smells of the forest as they observe and identify different types of mushrooms.
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| Rescue Cat by Stephen SavageFormer street kitty Butterscotch was rescued by a loving child. So when Butterscotch sees a lion cub in danger on the TV, she's ready to do some rescuing of her own! Bold, cartoony artwork of Butterscotch's imagined heroism contrasts amusingly with softer illustrations of domestic reality.
Read-alike: Andrew Larsen's Jungle Cat. |
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The Sun Never Hurries
by Roxane Turcotte
"Reminding readers about the importance of slowing down and appreciating every moment, this beautiful story follows Charlie as she, with the help of Papa Jo, learns the importance of taking her time and savoring the day, which transforms an ordinary day into something extraordinary. "
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The Imaginoodles
by Chris Eliopoulos
While on a nerve-wracking playdate with a very energetic chipmunk, introverted and anxiety-ridden hedgehog Henry prefers to experience adventure in the pages of a book until he finds the courage to step out of his comfort zone and use his imagination.
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Sweet and Sour
by Brian Yanish
Next-door neighbors who just can't seem to get along, two rival pickles, Sweet and Sour, wonder if their constant bickering can be repurposed into something productive, in this funny story about second chances, overcoming differences and unexpected friendship that's kind of a big dill.
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The Guessing Game
by Catherine Rayner
Playing Olive the owl's favorite game,“Guess what I'm thinking about,” Dexter the fox and Molly the hare are soon stumped when it's Olive's turn and are ready to give up, wondering what two things Olive's thinking about at the same time.
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The Island Before No
by Christina Uss
When a kid arrives on their island, wielding an entirely new word,“NO,” and invites all his friends, who are quite rude, the walruses need to find their own NO, to not only hold back the rampaging horde of children but for their own sakes as well.
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Sinclair, the Velociraptor Who Thought He Was a Chicken
by Douglas Rees
An unusual chicken with long, sharp teeth and claws, Sinclair proves to be the best chicken ever when Gorgosaurus threatens his family, in this heartwarming and hilarious celebration of dinosaurs, chickens, family and the joy of accepting who we are.
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Honk Honk Woo Woo
by Emma Garcia
Oh no! It's an emergency!! Call the emergency vehicles and see them speed along to help save the day. A fun look at police cars, ambulances, fire trucks, and other rescue vehicles that fascinate preschoolers, with sounds they can join in with.
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The Belly Song
by Mother Moon
"Sing along in this joyful celebration of your baby's perfect belly inspired by the song from TikTok trailblazer, Mother Moon!"
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Jekyll's Bad Mood
by Jen Arena
When he and his friend, Wolfie, go to the candy store and there's only one lollipop left, Jekyll's bad mood side — Hyde — emerges and, with a little help from his parents, learns how to navigate the highs and lows of big emotions.
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My Clothes and Things
by Liesbet Slegers
"Time to get dressed! First my underwear and my undershirt, then my sweater and my pants, and then my socks and my shoes. Besides comfy clothes, I have lots of other things: my cuddly toys, blocks, books, and much more!"
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I See You Try
by Deborah Farmer Kris
In rhyming text, a caregiver lovingly validates their young one's endeavors to try new things
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I see you smile
by Deborah Farmer Kris
In rhyming text, a caregiver lovingly validates their young one's use of body language to communicate their emotions
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Yum, Yum, Mexico! : Mexican Food from a to Z
by Diane De Anda
This delicious alphabet book features Mexican food from A to Z, including burritos, enchiladas and salsa, bringing each dish to life with rhyming text, side-by-side phonetic pronunciation and colorful illustrations.
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123 Counting on Community
by Annemarie Riley Guertin
When a neighborhood park is in need of repair, the community comes together to give it a new life. From raking leaves to painting benches and planting a communal garden, kids and grownups join forces to beautify their shared space. With countable elements from 1 to 10 and a diverse community of helpers, 123 Counting on Community celebrates the power of working together.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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