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| Loops by Jashar AwanSolid-colored backdrops and bold, chunky artwork invite readers to focus on the sole character in this story: a child who's determined to tie the laces on his first pair of big-kid shoes. For fans of: Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic's Touch the Sky, another upbeat tale of persistence in the face of frustration. |
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| The Future Book by Mac Barnett; illustrated by Shawn HarrisIn this picture book from two popular creators, the future is here, and it's goofier than anyone imagined. Oranges are now "bloranges," "Charlie Cheese Face" is a common name, and saying thanks involves…a fish? This "solemnly silly look at social norms" (Publishers Weekly) is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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| Bartleby by Matt PhelanBartleby the bear stands out among his classmates, not only because of his bright red bowler hat, but also because of his quiet response to most invitations: "I would prefer not to." Inspired by Herman Melville's classic short story, Bartleby offers a kid-friendly take on thoughtful participation and self-determination.
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| Here Come the Aunties! by Cynthia Leitich Smith; illustrated by AphelandraKinship extends beyond biology in this celebration of community. Readers follow a year in the life of River, a Muscogee child, and meet all the "aunties" who care for him through affection, shared skills, and everyday support. Richly colored mixed-media illustrations add to the story's warm, lived-in feel.
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| The Dream by Gideon Sterer; illustrated by Nik HendersonDismayed by environmental damage, a young girl encounters a wolf and experiences a fantastical vision of how animals and humans might find solidarity. Intricately textured illustrations of surreal, oversized animals amplify the dreamlike nature of this wordless tale. For fans of: Shaun Tan and Guojing. |
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The Sweater: A Story of Community
by Larissa Theule
Holly the raccoon discovers a lonely little bird searching for shelter and rallies the forest animals to help it find a safe new home.
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El Lobo de Leo (Leo's Lobo Spanish Edition) by Melissa Cristina MárquezLeo está buscando la mascota perfecta y la encuentra en un lugar inesperado. Pero pronto descubre que riar a una mascota requiere de toda una comunidad, como vemos en este libro ilustrado colorido y peculiar. Leo se emociona cuando él y su familia entran en un refugio para adoptar una nueva mascota, pero después de buscar por un tiempo, Leo no siente la conexión que esperaba y se va decepcionado. De camino a casa, él y su familia ven un mercado animado y descubren otro refugio escondido en su interior, uno para criaturas mágicas! Allí, Leo conecta con un alebrije, formando un vínculo especial incluso antes de salir del refugio. Pero pronto aprende cuánto esfuerzo y responsabilidad conlleva tener una mascota.
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It's Spring!
by Renée Kurilla
A celebration of warmer days, blooming flowers, and everything else the spring season has to offer--
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Graphic Novels for Beginning Readers
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| A Pair of Parrots by David A. Adler; illustrated by Clarice ElliottWhen Ava’s new pet parrot escapes, Ava and her mom pair up to find the missing bird, leading them to discover further dynamic duos (and trios). Starring a clever young wheelchair user, this comic book easy reader introduces simple math concepts while telling an upbeat story. |
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| Snap! Crunch! Munch? by Diana CastilloDinnertime becomes more fun for one little boy as he imagines his family members as different animals, based on their preferred foods. Brightly colored panels, brief text, and plenty of food-based onomatopoeia make this graphic novel a tasty treat for beginning readers.
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| Duckie & Snaps: We Cannot Be Friends by Ame Dyckman; illustrated by Tim MillerMeet Snaps (an alligator) and Duckie (a duckling), two curious youngsters in a world that says they should be enemies. With repetitive text and crisp, minimalist artwork, this series opener will build confidence in kids ready to jump from easy readers to comics. Next in the series: We Cannot Be Brave, due out in August 2026.
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| One Smart Cookie by Mika SongPairing soft, sketchy illustrations and sweetly silly humor, this graphic novel follows squirrel pals Norma and Belly as they infiltrate a fortune cookie factory, hoping to reap delicious rewards. Kids who enjoy this 4th Norma and Belly caper may want to go back to the beginning with Donut Feed the Squirrels.
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| Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends by Kaz WindnessCaterpillar and Worm are BFFs who share a lot in common, but Caterpillar knows those similarities will disappear soon. Will Worm still want to be friends when Butterfly emerges? (Spoiler alert: of course!) Cartoon art brings even more joy to this easy-reading, friendship-focused comic. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8! |
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Related Programs and Events |
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Storytimes throughout the month The South San Francisco Library hosts a number of storytimes at the Grand Avenue and Main Libraries. Storytimes include songs, dances, and read-alouds in English, Spanish, Cantonese, and/or Filipino! Check out the above link for dates and times.
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901 Civic Campus Way 2nd Floor, Youth Library We will read books and sing songs in both Mandarin and English. For children of all ages and their families! 我们会用中英文讲故事和唱歌。适合所有年龄层的儿童和家人! |
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