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Picture Books January 2020 |
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The cool bean by Jory JohnThe creators of The Bad Seed and The Good Egg depict a less-than-cool bean struggling to fit in with the swaggering, sunglass-wearing cool beans at school before he discovers what being cool is really about. 200,000 first printing. Illustrations.
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The Best Kind of Bear
by Greg Gormley; illustrated by David Barrow
What it’s about: After Nelly asks Bear what kind of bear he is, the uncertain Bear embarks on a quest to find out the answer.
What happens: Bear meets all kinds of other bears, but none of them have stitching or a bow tie like his. Could it be that the answer he seeks is back home with Nelly?
Who it’s for: Animal lovers and teddy bear fans of all ages will be charmed by this sweet, simple story of belonging.
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| Freedom Soup by Tami Charles; illustrated by Jacqueline AlcántaraWhat it’s about: Belle and Ti Gran dance and cook their way through New Year’s Day as Ti Gran tells her granddaughter about the Haitian Revolution, and why they celebrate freedom with a delicious, traditional soup.
Art alert: Bursting with brilliant hues and dynamic lines, the illustrations in Freedom Soup immerse readers in the rhythm of dance, the exhilaration of revolution, and the warmth of a family kitchen.
Don’t miss: the recipe included at the end. |
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When the snow is deeper than my boots are tall
by Jean Reidy
Rhyming verses and cozy winter scenes celebrate the joys and excitement of a big snowfall, depicting a young girl who builds a snowman, makes snow angels and goes sledding before returning indoors for hot cocoa by the fire. Illustrations.
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| Imagine! by Raúl ColónWhat it is: a wordless, vibrantly illustrated celebration of art.
What happens: When a curious boy visits Manhattan's Museum of Modern Art, figures from famous works of art spring from their frames and join the boy on a whirlwind tour of New York City landmarks.
Who it's for: kids (and adults) who love being immersed in pictures, whether in a book or on the walls of a museum. |
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Spencer's New Pet
by Jessie Sima
What it’s about: With the old-fashioned panache of a silent movie, this wordless picture book follows devoted pet owner Spencer as he protects his bright red balloon dog from gusty winds and sharp objects.
Why kids might like it: Illustrated in the black-and-white shades of classic cinema (save for the red dog), this whimsical read has charm and suspense to spare, as well as a satisfying surprise ending.
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| Sidewalk Flowers by JonArno Lawson; illustrated by Sydney SmithWhat it’s about: As a father and daughter walk through a city hand-in-hand, the girl gathers a bouquet of plucky urban wildflowers, which she shares with the people and animals she meets along the way.
Art alert: Intricate black-and-white illustrations gradually bloom into color as the girl spreads flowers throughout her neighborhood.
Kids might also like: Bernard Waber’s Ask Me, another book about a parent-child walk filled with quiet wonder. |
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| Float by Daniel MiyaresWhat it’s about: After making a newspaper boat with his dad, a little boy dashes outside to play in the rain. But can his new toy stand up to the wet weather?
Why kids might like it: This minimal yet vivid story might inspire kids to try some crafts of their own -- don’t miss the instructions on the book's inside covers!
Try this next: For another stormy-day story starring a raincoat-clad kid, pick up Ezra Jack Keats' classic A Letter to Amy. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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