| Farm Shark by Bill Canterbury; illustrated by Maddie FrostThe animal denizens of Farmer Jolene's barnyard have only just exclaimed at how friendly the new "farm shark" appears when they are eaten by their fishy new neighbor. Luckily, their sojourn in the shark's stomach is brief in this gleefully absurd and cartoony adventure. For fans of: We Don't Eat Our Classmates! by Ryan T. Higgins. |
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| Spendin' Time by Gary R. Gray Jr.; illustrated by Rahele Jomepour BellA simple trip to run errands turns into a leisurely day for a granddad and grandkid as they pick berries, go fishing, eat ice cream, and chat with neighbors. Ample visual details and a cozy sense of place make this book feel "as warm and nourishing as apple pie" (Kirkus Reviews). Read-alike: Anne Wynter's While We're Here. |
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| A Room with a View by Joanna Ho; illustrated by Thaís MesquitaIndoorsy kid Oliver hates everything about camping, from the boring drives to the exhausting hikes to the scary darkness. But his Mama is so enthusiastic that it might just be catching -- especially if marshmallow roasting is involved. Expressive artwork highlights the affection in this family story. |
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| Dad by Christian RobinsonThrough spare text and an inclusive lineup of animals and humans, this picture book highlights the many facets of fatherhood: present and absent, strong and vulnerable, caring and fallible. Creator Christian Robinson's signature collage art is bold and highly expressive, inviting readers of all ages into the sweetness and complexity of parent-child bonds. |
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| Bear for a Day by Corey R. TaborInstead of boring facts, young Corey's class presentation about bears offers a bear's-eye view of imagined ursine activities: riding a motorcycle, lunching at the mall, and rescuing a mouse from a hot air balloon. Just like the audience in this whimsical tale, kids will delight in providing their own suggestions for what might happen next. |
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Princess Pete
by Zoey Allen
In a castle on the hill lives a happy family: the king, the queen, and their child, Pete. Pete likes a lot of different things: wearing red trousers or flowery dresses, experimenting with makeup, and going outside in the mud. Pete's days are filled with laughter, creativity, and friendship. Some people are confused and ask, Are you a girl or a boy? But Pete is just Pete, and they are loved just as they are.
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The Perfect Match
by Chris Becker
An action-packed spin on Cinderella featuring lots of soccer and a prince with two royal dads. Jack begs his dad to tell him his favorite bedtime story, the one about Leo and the royal soccer match. It includes two mean stepbrothers, a fairy squad father, and magical race car ride to the big game. The match is amazing, and Leo scores the winning goal, with an assist from Prince Ollie! But after his uniform starts to change back to his regular clothes, Leo rushes off, leaving his cleat behind. The prince searches high and low for the boy the cleat belongs to, and when he finds him, it's the perfect match! Leo and Prince Ollie live happily ever after.
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What Kind of Queen?: A Royal Biography of Drag Queen and Activist José Sarria
by Kyle Casey Chu
A child of immigrants from Colombia, Jos Sarria was born in San Francisco in 1922. With the support of his family, he grew up to discover what it means to be a queen. He fought against evil by serving in WWII, helping to liberate a Nazi concentration camp; he inspired others to be their authentic selves by performing at San Francisco's Black Cat Cafe, a haven for artists and activists; and he cared for his community through his LGBTQ+ advocacy work, including the establishment of the Imperial Court System, a global charitable organization that still thrives today.
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Proud Dog
by Sharon Davey
Meet Dorothy, a loving dog with two wonderful dads. Her life is filled with long walks, bubbly bath times, and splendid dinner parties. She takes pride in helping her dads with everything, ensuring their days are filled with fun. But everything changes when her dads bring home a new addition--a noisy, floppy, screechy, smelly baby! Dorothy's world is turned upside down as the family's routine is thrown into chaos. Determined to restore order, Dorothy tries her best to help her dads around the house, but nothing seems to work. All it takes, though, is one sweet moment for Dorothy to realize that the baby might not be so bad after all.
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Willi Ninja: Vogue Legend
by Joy Michael Ellison
When little Willi Leake watched karate movies with his mother in their cozy Queens apartment, he'd slice the air with his arms like swords. He'd swish his hips like the models he saw in magazines and copy ancient pharaohs' poses from Egyptian hieroglyphs. Bursting with energy, Willi would strut his way down the street, and his mother would tell him not to mind the puzzled looks he'd get. Eventually, Wiili brought his signature moves to the dance style known as vogue and found his spotlight at the Harlem drag balls where a performer known as Willi Ninja is born.
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Mac Wears a Hat
by Vicki Johnson
There's a thing that makes my heart go zing. Hats. Mac loves to wear hats. She has one for every occasion, and they help her feel joyful, confident, and adventurous. Not everyone understands her style, but kind words from strangers encourage Mac to be herself.
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Rainbow Cookies
by Lesléa Newman
Every month Ms. Madeleine creates a special cookie of the month for her bakery. And her best customer, a little girl named Cookie, is always the first to try it. When June arrives, Cookie and her two moms stop in and taste the best cookie yet: a heart-shaped, rainbow-striped, crunchy, frosted confection that Ms. Madeleine baked especially for Pride. But Rainbow Cookies make some people in the neighborhood angry. They write harsh notes. They cancel orders. With great determination and a fabulous idea, Cookie gathers friends and neighbors to support Ms. Madeleine.
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The Right Blessing: An Identity Story
by Kerry Olitzky
Joey overcomes her fear to open up to her family after a Shabbat dinner, tells them she is a girl, and is met with unconditional love and support as she embraces her true identity.
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Our Guncle: A Picture Book Adaptation
by Steven Rowley
The New York Times bestselling author of The Guncle brings us a heartfelt story about grief and family. After the loss of their mom, siblings Grant and Maisie have come to visit their Guncle who they call GUP (for Gay Uncle Patrick) in Palm Springs. GUP can't bear how sad they all feel, and he tries everything he can think of to make them happy. It isn't until one quiet night, under the stars, that they come to realize what they've been searching for has been with them all along.
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Play Proud: Fiercely Fabulous Queer Athletes
by Rob Sanders
A rhyming romp through professional and amateur sports, Play Proud highlights sixty fiercely fabulous queer athletes. The triumphs of these athletes both on and off the field, court, rink, ring, and pitch serve as powerful inspiration for everyone who seeks to live their life authentically.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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