| Fireworks by Matthew Burgess; illustrated by Cátia ChienIn this evocative slice of life, dazzling colors and stirring, detail-rich descriptions conjure up a sultry summer day for two city-dwelling siblings, complete with a rooftop fireworks display.
Read-alikes: John Rocco’s Blackout; Jacqueline Woodson’s The World Belonged to Us. |
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| Big Family Beach Day by Nina CrewsFor the rambunctious, loving, multi-generational family in this picture book, beach day is a cherished annual event. Second-person narration and varied viewpoints of surf and sand bring a "you are there" feeling to this story that’s sure to capture kids’ attention. |
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Everybelly
by Thao Lam
Maddie and her mom spend a sunny day at the local public pool where she meets and greets friends and neighbors. Maddie is waist-high on most of them, and she knows there's an interesting person behind every belly she passes.
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The Elephant's Birthday
by Cynthia Rylant
Ginger, Tom and Piper are three sibling mice who run Mouse and Spoon Bakery. They are in for a surprise when an elephant places a birthday order for more than 100 pound cakes plus banana bread for her monkey friends. This new series for emerging readers is followed by Owlets and Tarts.
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| Firefly Season by Cynthia Leitich Smith; illustrated by Kate GardinerPiper’s family is from the Cherokee and Muscogee Nations, and Sumi’s family roots are in Mumbai, India. When the two girls become neighbors in Kansas City, it’s the beginning of a bond that expands both of their worlds. Kirkus Reviews calls this picture book "a glowing tribute to family across distance and lineage." |
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| Elvis & Romeo by David Soman; illustrated by Jacky DavisCurmudgeonly bulldog Elvis and exuberant mutt Romeo might seem like a mismatch at first, but after a few comical miscommunications at the dog park, the canine odd couple become fast friends. With speech-bubble text and tons of visual verve, this series opener is a charmer.
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| Cranky, Crabby Crow (Saves the World) by Corey R. TaborAfter rejecting invitations from Squirrel, Hummingbird, and several other critters with a caustic “KAW!”, big-eyed Crow seems like a loner. But as a dramatic twist reveals Crow’s secret, high-stakes heroism, rapt readers will be reminded that first impressions can be misleading. “Clever pacing, bone-dry humor, and visual surprises distinguish this wildly entertaining picture book,” says Publishers Weekly.
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Under One Rainbow
by Chris Ayala-Kronos
Celebrates Pride Month with a joyful parade of diverse LGBTQIA+ communities, emphasizing unity, resilience, and self-expression under one rainbow sky--even when faced with rain.
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Papa's Coming Home
by Chasten Buttigieg
Jojo and Rosie's papa has been away on a trip and they can't wait to welcome him home. They pack the car with everything he might have missed while he was away, in a story celebrating dads and familial bonds by the New York Times best-selling author.
You might also like: My Dad is the Best by Fran Pintadera.
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Far, Far Away
by Molly Beth Griffin
Rowan, Mom, and Mama are on a camping trip and it takes a lot of hard work to get deep into the wilderness. Rowan discovers that some amazing things can only be experienced when you get far, far away from the comforts of home.
You might also like: Swept Away at Witch Camp by Erin Vanessa.
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So Devin Wore a Skirt
by Shireen Lalji
Devin's family are all dressed up for Nanabapa's Big Birthday, and everyone looks fabulous! But Devin doesn't have anything special to wear. Then, he spots one of his sister's skirts lying on her bed. It's the deepest blue, and it shimmers in the light. So, Devin puts the skirt on...but what will everyone say?
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Rainbow boy and the pride parade
by Taylor Rouanzion
When a little boy says he doesn't like rainbows anymore because they make him "different," his parents take him to a place where everyone is a rainbow--a Pride parade! Everywhere he looks, he sees people proudly celebrating their unique identities and styles in a rainbow of color and joy. As he counts the various parade marchers as they go by, he regains confidence in his own identity.
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Billy Porter
by Phil Stamper
Billy Porter has been impressing audiences ever since he played his award-winning role of Lola in the Broadway hit Kinky Boots. His story of chasing his dream to be a performer comes to life. When you're Billy Porter, you dream big and you inspire others to love themselves!
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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