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| Story Rug by Sophie Blackall; illustrated by Phoebe WahlWhen a "braiding CRAZE" takes hold of classroom 203, the whole class begins contributing fabric scraps to plait and sew while Ms. Morena reads out loud. But what can they do with the epic braid they create? Find out in this gentle story about the joy and comfort of community crafting.
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| If the Moon by Matthew Burgess; illustrated by Matthew Forsythe"If" can represent a myriad of worries, as it does for the sleepless child in this story. With a bit of imagination, however, "if" sends the child on a fantastical, exploratory journey. As the protagonist moves away from anxiety and into curiosity, the illustrations become more dramatic and expansive as well, ultimately bringing the story to a cozy, reassuring conclusion.
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| The House with Nobody in It by Jon KlassenIn this house-shaped board book, readers can explore cleverly staggered die-cuts to reveal a ghostly presence that belies the title. Perfect for preschoolers and boasting creator Jon Klassen's sly, macabre sensibility, The House with Nobody in It is "unafraid to redefine what board books are capable of achieving" (Kirkus Reviews). Try this next: Oliver Jeffers' There's a Ghost in This House, another spectral story that uses inventive illustrations to eerie effect. |
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| Off the Wall: Making Stuff Together by Juana Martinez-Neal and Molly IdleWhen a game of tic-tac-toe turns into a spontaneous art project, a group of friends discover that -- despite frictions and frustrations -- "making stuff" is better together. Illustrated in colorful, mixed-media collage against a backdrop of brown paper, this book offers eye-catching visuals to bolster its kid-friendly message of collaboration and artistic expression.
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| The Haunted Playground by R.J. Palacio; illustrated by Brett HelquistAfter midnight every Halloween, ghosts take a break from the hard work of haunting and let loose at a playground party hosted by skeleton king Rex Magnificus. This year, however, two living children stumble into the festivities. Dramatic, dynamic illustrations add atmosphere to this creepy carnivale. |
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| 100 Goats and Granny! by Atinuke; illustrated by Lauren HindsIn a playful twist on the traditional counting book, readers get the opportunity to count Granny's ever-increasing herd of goats. It's easier said than done, since these goats are committed to mayhem: clattering over rooftops, beeping the bus horn, gnawing on the laundry, and running amok through town. Read-alike: Oh Dear, Look What I Got! by Michael Rosen.
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| Home by Matt de la Peña; illustrated by Loren LongThrough striking paintings and lyrical words, this diverse, wide-ranging book explores all the meanings of home, from specific abodes and locations to sensory experiences and the comforting presence of loved ones. For fans of: Love, the previous (and equally heartwarming) collaboration between award-winning author Matt de la Peña and illustrator Loren Long. |
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| Many Things at Once by Veera Hiranandani; illustrated by Nadia AlamAlthough she's secure in her identity as Indian and American, Jewish and Hindu, a young girl still worries that being "many things at once" means she'll never feel the kind of singular belonging she sees in her peers. Inspired by the author's own experiences, Many Things at Once is a thoughtful and ultimately affirming read. Read-alike: Lorian Tu's We Are a Song. |
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| Caboose by Travis Jonker; illustrated by Ruth ChanIn an elementary school class of anthropomorphic animals, one mischief-minded hippo is a little too hungry for the power of being at the front of the line. Banished to the back, his antics become zanier still -- until the teacher assigns him a perfect spot in the middle. Kirkus Reviews calls Caboose "a chaotic yet hilarious story grounded in real childhood emotions." Read-alike: Proper Badger Would Never! by Lauren Glattly. |
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| Our Lake by Angie Kang"Today, Brother is taking me up to swim in the lake like Father used to." So begins this slice-of-life book in which poetic text and evocative, expressionist illustrations harmonize to tell a story about grief, remembrance, and comfort. For further sensitive and moving explorations of loss, try Naseem Hrab's The Sour Cherry Tree and Lindsay Ward's Our Spot. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Hanson Public Library
132 Maquan Street
Hanson, Massachusetts 02341
(781) 293-2151hansonlibrary.org |
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