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I am la chiva! : the colorful bus of the Andes
by Karol Hernâandez
Celebrating the rich culture and landscape of Colombia, this exuberant picture book invites children to take a ride on the iconic bus, or chiva, as it navigates the rugged Andes mountains. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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All the rocks we love
by Lisa Varchol Perron
Speaking to all little hands and hearts, this nonfiction book appreciates the versatility and appeal of rocks, from being collected, stacked, painted and shared, while presenting real types of rocks and their play-worthy attributes. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Are you small?
by Mo Willems
"Are YOU small? This tiny question allows readers to zoom in from an average-sized kid down to a single quark"
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A day with no words
by Tiffany Hammond
Young children will learn what life can look like for an Autism Family who use nonverbal communication by following mother and child on a day where they use a tablet to communicate others. Illustrations.
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| My Book and Me by Linda Sue Park; illustrated by Chris RaschkaIllustrated in loose, lively paintings, this picture book poem depicts a diverse group of children with their favorite books, in situations that range from specific (a child reads aloud to their 17 pet worms) to beautifully familiar (a child pleads to hear the book "just once more"). |
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How to eat a mango
by Paola Santos
Carmencita learns the right way to eat mangoes with the help of her Abuelita, who teaches her the five steps to appreciating this sweet fruit, showing her that mangoes are more than just mangoes?—?but nature's gift to connect with her family and culture. Illustrations.
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Mooncakes mean family
by Benson Shum
Excited for the Mid-Autumn Festival because it's time to make mooncakes, their favorite treat, Jade and Crystal gather together with their family for a memorable meal together after the delicious dessert is ready! Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
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My friend Andy
by Emma Chinnery
An unhoused person and his dog make new friends when they help a lost puppy find her way back home
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The digger and the dark
by Joseph Kuefler
Digger and the other trucks are ready for bed until two mischievous raccoons appear who are not tired?—?AT ALL?—?and the big machines decide just a few more minutes of playtime won't hurt?—?or will it? Illustrations.
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| Wei Skates On by Nathan Chen; illustrated by Lorraine NamGold medalist Nathan Chen channels his own experiences into those of Wei, a young skater trying to overcome pre-competition fears by taking pride in his effort and artistry. Dynamic illustrations capture the rush of a figure skater in full flow. Read-alikes: Stronger Than She Thinks by Nancy Kerrigan. |
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| She Persisted in Sports: American Olympians Who Changed the Game by Chelsea Clinton; illustrated by Alexandra BoigerReaders -- especially athletes -- will be inspired by these uplifting mini-profiles of 16 different American women who competed in the Olympics, often battling prejudice along the way. Children who enjoy this collection may want to check out the series, including She Persisted in Science and She Persisted Around the World. |
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| Unstoppable: How Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team Defeated Army by Art Coulson; illustrated by Nick HardcastleRetro pen-and-ink illustrations heighten the action in this introductory biography of multi-talented athlete Jim Thorpe, whose football skills at the Carlisle Indian School launched a career that included becoming the first Native American (Sac and Fox Nation) to medal for the United States at the Olympics. |
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| She's Got This by Laurie Hernandez; illustrated by Nina MataFrom her perspective as an Olympic gold medalist, gymnast Laurie Hernandez spins the story of Zoe, a spirited girl feeling discouraged after falling off a balance beam. Many kids will relate to Zoe's fears of trying again at a difficult task. Read-alike: Ambitious Girl by Meena Harris. |
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| The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family by Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali; illustrated by Hatem Aly The first day of school is also the first day of hijab for Asiya, Faizah's adored older sister, and no amount of bullying can shake Asiya's confidence or the bond between the two girls. For further empowering stories, check out The Kindest Red and The Boldest White (out in September), also co-written by fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad, the first United States Olympian to compete (and medal) while wearing hijab. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Duxbury Free Library 77 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332 781-934-2721www.duxburyfreelibrary.org Mondays-Thursdays 10:00-8:00Fridays-Saturdays 10:00-5:00Sundays 1:00-5:00 (until mid-April) You are receiving this email because you opted in.
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