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| The Littlest Drop by Sascha Alper; illustrated by Jerry Pinkney and Brian PinkneyWhen their home turf catches fire, most of the animals flee. Only the tiny hummingbird tries to douse the blaze, one drop at a time, ultimately inspiring the other creatures to join in. Striking illustrations combine the distinctive styles of Brian Pinkney and his late father, Jerry Pinkney, to retell this uplifting old parable about cooperation.
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The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn's Great Big Wish
by Shawn Harris
When he comes across a dandelion poof, a teeny-weeny unicorn wishes to be big, and with help from a wind gust and a clever princess, the Teeny-Weeny Unicorn sets off on a quest to find something smaller than he is.
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| A Book of Maps for You by Lourdes Heuer; illustrated by Maxwell Eaton IIIDepicting everything from the school cafeteria to the art store, from the best swing in the park to the house with the coolest Halloween decorations, this collection of hand-drawn maps from an unnamed narrator provides an introduction for their small town’s newest resident. The panoramic, lovingly annotated illustrations encourage lingering attention, and may even inspire kids to try mapping their own favorite places. |
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How many dinosaurs is too many?
by Lou Peacock
"When a dinosaur comes to play, you're sure to have lots of fun. But wouldn't 2, 3, 4 or even 10 dinosaurs be better still? Or would they be too big, too messy and just a little bit too naughty? Perhaps one very special dinosaur is just perfect!"
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| Don't Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson; illustrated by Dan SantatWhile it might begin with innocuous animal introductions, this picture book soon reveals its bias, declaring that all fish are sneaky, rebellious outlaws who absolutely CAN’T be trusted. Kids and adults alike will appreciate the clever visual humor in this uproarious read-aloud, laughing all the way to the end (where the unreliable narrator is revealed). |
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| Oh, Olive! by Lian ChoAlthough her parents are serious painters devoted to minimalist precision, rambunctious and ultra-confident young Olive expresses herself through bold splashes of color. Can this family of artists learn to understand each other? Try Blurp’s Book of Manners by Cindy Derby for another funny, color-drenched tale of challenging the status quo. |
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| The Concrete Garden by Bob GrahamVisuals are paramount in this hopeful, colorfully illustrated post-lockdown tale. After a long and lonely pandemic winter, all the children in an apartment building spill outside to adorn the courtyard with chalk art, bringing joy to the whole neighborhood. |
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| Nola's Scribbles Save the Day by Cristina LalliWhile trying to force her free-form sketches into a more traditional style, Nola creates a “big, boring blank” -- and suddenly finds herself inside it! Young makers who may have felt stifled by expectations will enjoy this imaginative take on escaping from creative block. |
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| Time to Make Art by Jeff MackIn this playfully philosophical picture book, a child wonders: How long does art take? Can it have mistakes? How should it feel? These questions (and more) are addressed by an inclusive array of real-life artists, showcasing styles from across the ages and the globe. |
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The Color Collector
by Nicholas Solis
"When a boy notices the new girl collecting litter on their walks home, he wants to know why. She shows him the mural she's created that reminds her of the home she left behind. They both find how wonderful it is to make a new friend"
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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