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| Wind Watchers by Micha ArcherFramed as a year-long conversation between a group of children and the wind that accompanies them through the seasons, this picture book is equal parts poetic and playful, with lavishly dynamic collage art throughout. Try this next: creator Micha Archer's Caldecott Honor-winning Wonder Walkers. |
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| Faith Takes the Train by Kesi Augustine; illustrated by MokshiniOn the train ride home from Grandma's house, Faith is nibbling a sandwich when she sees her neighbor, Isaiah. Instead of his usual singing, Isaiah asks the train passengers for help, and Faith knows just what to do. Filled with sensory details and quiet empathy, this story will appeal to fans of Matt de la Peña's Last Stop on Market Street. |
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| Papilio by Ben Clanton, Corey R. Tabor, and Andy Chou MusserIn this charming, fact-filled story, three creators take turns showing readers the stages of a black swallowtail's life, from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly. Each stage has its own style, but sweetness, humor, and solid information persist throughout. "Move aside, Very Hungry Caterpillar," declares Kirkus Reviews. |
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| Echo by Adam RexJunior Junior's only friend is the echo across the valley, since it always restates his brilliant (and obviously correct) opinions. But then a new kid with her own opinions moves in, forcing Junior to confront an unthinkable notion: that friendship sometimes involves being wrong. Eye-catching colors add even more verve to the dimensional artwork in this humorous fable. |
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| Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend by Bob SheaKids who love watching silly situations escalate will relish this giggle-inducing tale of two turtles: the bearsuit-clad title character who asserts that he's a "for-real bear," and the self-proclaimed "for-real bear expert" who demands increasingly absurd demonstrations of "bear" behavior. |
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| Just Like Millie by Lauren CastilloFeeling shy and overwhelmed after moving to a new neighborhood, a little girl finds a confidence-building connection when her supportive mom introduces her to Millie, a "not too big, not too small" rescue dog. Illustrations with soft lines and cozy colors round out this comforting read. |
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Perla : the mighty dog
by Isabel Allende
"Perla is a mighty dog who has two superpowers--making people love her, and roaring like a lion. When she finds out her human brother, Nico Rico, is being bullied at school, she knows she has to step in! But what will Perla do?"
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Do you even know me?
by Reem Faruqi
"My name is Salma, which means peace. Islam also means peace. I wish more people knew that." Salma is Muslim, an identity she takes pride in. But not everyone understands Salma's religion the way she does, including news reporters, and even a boy in her class, who bullies Salma for belonging to the culture and faith she loves. However, when things go too far, Salma says, "Enough is enough!" and finds the courage to defend herself while also spreading a message of peace
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| Today by Gabi Snyder; illustrated by Stephanie Graegin Mindfulness is modeled rather than taught in this slice-of-life story about moments when time seems to speed up or slow down. By following a relatable child through each stage of a family trip -- from anticipation to experience to memory -- kids may be prompted to consider their own relationships with time.
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The three little tardigrades / : A Slightly Scientific Fairy Tale
by Sandra Fay
"Gavin, Colin, and Doug live on a cozy little drop of H2O until one day, their mother tells them it's time for them to grow up and leave home. In search of the perfect place to settle down, the three little tardigrades (also known as "moss piglets") journey to an underwater ice cave, an erupting volcano, and even the moon! They can survive under extreme conditions, but can they avoid the Big Hairy Wolf Spider?"
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Avon Lake Public Library
32649 Electric Blvd.
Avon Lake, Ohio 44012
440-933-8128alpl.org |
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