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Picture Books November 2019
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| Roar Like a Dandelion by Ruth Krauss; illustrated by Sergio RuzzierWhat it is: a refreshingly offbeat alphabet book from the late children's author Ruth Krauss, with endearing artwork from illustrator Sergio Ruzzier.
What's inside: Each letter is represented by a suggestion -- such as “act like a sprinkler in summer” or “eat all the locks off the doors” or simply "nod YES" -- creating a reading experience that's both whimsical and interactive.
Reviewers say: "an irresistible, deliciously subversive invitation to turn one’s back on the tiresome" (Publishers Weekly). |
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Music for Mister Moon
by Philip Christian Stead
Throwing her teacup out the window during a frustrating cello practice, a little girl forges an unexpected friendship with the moon on a fantastical night that challenges her to find the courage to share her music. By the Caldecott Medal-winning creators of A Sick Day for Amos McGee
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The quiet boat ride and other stories
by Sergio Ruzzier
Fox enjoys quiet boat rides and watching the sunrise, but Chick is noisy and hyperactive and frequently disrupts their adventures--nevertheless they remain friends and enjoy their time together
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Dandy
by Ame Dyckman
A fastidious daddy lion races against time and the mockery of his friends to rid his perfectly manicured lawn of a solitary dandelion weed that his daughter loves. By the award-winning author of Tea Party Rules and the illustrator of The Snurtch. 25,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook
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Felipe and Claudette
by Mark Teague
A grumpy cat and a rambunctious dog invariably left behind on their shelter's adoption days navigate respective beliefs about why they have not been able to find forever homes, a situation that is impacted by unexpected loneliness when one of them is adopted. By the award-winning creator of the Dear Mrs. LaRue series.
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| On a Magical Do-Nothing Day by Beatrice AlemagnaWhat it’s about: Sent outside to play in the drippy woods, an orange-jacketed kid is more inclined to sulk than to explore. Except...are those snails over there? And look at those red mushrooms! Not to mention the mud for digging, branches for swinging, and puddles for jumping!
Why kids might like it: This dramatic, stylized depiction of outdoor play is so enchanting that young readers will be looking forward to the next rainy day. |
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When grandma gives you a lemon tree
by Jamie L. B Deenihan
After disappointingly receiving a lemon tree from her grandma on her birthday, a young girl doesn't know what to do with it other than care for it and wait, but her patience eventually pays off
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| This Beautiful Day by Richard Jackson; illustrated by Suzy LeeWhat it’s about: A single blue note of music is all it takes to rally a glum group of kids into a playful rainy-day excursion.
Why kids might like it: Told through loose, lighthearted rhymes and joyfully dynamic art, this picture book will appeal to kids who refuse to let rain dampen their exuberance.
Further reading: Kids who relish the way This Beautiful Day's black-and-white illustrations gradually blossom into color may also want to check out Daniel Miyares' That Neighbor Kid. |
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| Water is Water: A Book About the Water Cycle by Miranda Paul; illustrated by Jason ChinWhat it's about: Ecological rhythms shape the story in this gentle yet engaging book that follows a two siblings throughout the seasons, demonstrating the different forms of water they encounter in their outdoor explorations.
Art alert: Detailed watercolors by award-winning illustrator Jason Chin highlight the beauty of nature while encouraging close attention.
Don’t miss: the last few pages, which provide scientific details about the water cycle for inquisitive kids. |
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| Hiking Day by Anne Rockwell; illustrated by Lizzy RockwellWhat it's about: They've tied their shoes, filled their water bottles, and chosen a trail -- this family is ready to hike to the top of Hickory Hill!
What's inside: straightforward text and detailed illustrations depicting autumn leaves, several kinds of wildlife, and a breathtaking hilltop vista.
Kids might also like: Similar to Hiking Day, Galen Goodwin Longstreth's Yes, Let's is a winsome read about a family hike. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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