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The Great Dictionary Caper
by Judy Sierra; illustrated by Eric Comstock
What it's about: After all of the words in the dictionary break free, they form a parade of cleverly demonstrated linguistic concepts: rambunctious action verbs do acrobatics, onomatopoeic words form a noisy marching band, and homophones march in twos and threes.
Who it's for: budding word nerds and adults who want to encourage them.
Don't miss: the handy glossary that caps this playful invitation into a deeper understanding of the English language.
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I Got It!
by David Wiesner
What it's about: A young outfielder prepares to snag a high-flying baseball, declaring "I got it!" But does he? Several possible scenarios for failure -- some realistic, some surreal -- play out before the exuberant conclusion.
Read if for: an underdog athlete who triumphs (even if it's only in his imagination).
About the creator: A three-time Caldecott Medalist, David Wiesner heightens the drama in this nearly wordless tale with distinctive, hyperrealistic illustrations.
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Petra
by Marianna Coppo
A plucky little rock who believes that she is a mighty mountain has her perspective changed by a series of movements, from a dog that fetches her for its owner, to a bird that treats her like an egg in its nest, to a pond where she becomes an amazing island and finally to the side of a little girl, who adopts her as a pet rock. Simultaneous eBook.
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Mae among the stars
by Roda Ahmed
A picture book story inspired by the first African-American woman to travel in space describes how as a child, a persevering Little Mae dreamed of dancing in space while surrounded by billions of stars. 25,000 first printing.
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I can be anything : don't tell me I can't!
by Diane Dillon
Enthusiastically embracing the wonders she encounters, young Zoe imagines herself in a variety of careers, from a wildlife vet and a paleontologist to a teacher and the U.S. president, and boldly dismisses the voices of doubt that would slow her down. By the Caldecott Medal-winning co-illustrator of Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears.
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| Nana in the City by Lauren CastilloWhat it's about: The big city is busy, loud, and scary, and the star of this picture book can't understand why his beloved nana likes living there. Will the gift of a hand-knitted superhero cape help him to see the city as Nana sees it -- "bustling, booming, and extraordinary"?
Who it's for: timid kids in need of a confidence boost, as well as families looking for cozy intergenerational reads. |
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| Jabari Jumps by Gaia CornwallStarring: Jabari, who's "not scared at all" to jump off a diving board for the first time.
What happens: Despite his declaration, Jabari lingers nervously over every step toward the board. Will he take the plunge? Some reassuring words from his dad help Jabari find the courage to make a big splash.
Art alert: Varying perspectives in the mixed-media illustrations heighten Jabari's anxiety and exhilaration. |
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| Night Animals by Gianna MarinoWhat it's about: Why is Possum cowering inside a tree stump at twilight? He's hiding from night animals, of course! Possum's fear is contagious, and soon a whole crowd of fearsome-yet-frightened nocturnal creatures are jostling for space inside the stump.
Who it's for: anyone who's ever been afraid of the dark (and what might lurk within it).
Further reading: For another slapstick romp about misguided fears, check out Josh Schneider's Bedtime Monsters. |
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| I Used to Be Afraid by Laura Vaccaro SeegerWhat it is: one girl's list of fears and how she got over them. "I used to be afraid of spiders," she begins, terror-struck by a dangling spider; "but not anymore," she continues, her terror turned to awe at the spider's intricate web.
Art alert: As each of the girl's fears are named and resolved, cleverly placed die-cuts transform the illustrations, demonstrating that scariness is often just a matter of perspective. |
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| Stormy Night by Salina YoonWhat it's about: When the storm begins raging outside, little Bear soothes his stuffed bunny, Floppy: "I'll hold you tight. I'll keep you warm. My love will keep you safe from the storm." But who will comfort Bear as the thunder gets louder and louder?
Series alert: Sweet and reassuring, Stormy Night is the 2nd book in the Bear and Bunny series, which begins with Found and continues with Bear's Big Day. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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San Mateo Public Library 55 West 3rd Avenue San Mateo, California 94402 (650) 522-7802www.smplibrary.org |
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