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Papilio
by Ben Clanton, Corey R. Tabor, and Andy Chou Musser
In this charming, fact-filled story, three creators take turns showing readers the stages of a black swallowtail's life, from caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly. Each stage has its own style, but sweetness, humor, and solid information persist throughout. "Move aside, Very Hungry Caterpillar," declares Kirkus Reviews.
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Dance fast
by AR Cribbins
Determined to make the perfect regalia for the summer gathering, Bizzy is devastated when her hard work ends in disaster until her family helps her remember what's really important, in this celebration of Pomo tribe traditions that explores the value of embracing your mistakes.
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We are the scrappy ones
by Rebekah Taussig
Children with disabilities experience the world in all kinds of ways. Yet one thing they share is navigating a world that doesn't always make space for them as they are. Existing on the edges can feel unfair--and downright exhausting. And at the exact same time, it can also foster creativity, resourcefulness, and adaptability. In a word, scrappiness. Author and disability advocate Rebekah Taussig has written a groundbreaking anthem of belonging that celebrates the wide range of disabled children and affirms their worth, just as they are. Luminous illustrations by Kirbi Fagan portray a diverse cast of characters living, learning, and playing. A warm, joy-filled book for disabled and non-disabled readers alike.
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Warm and Fuzzy
by Scott Rothman
Warm and Fuzzy are best friends. Warm wants to go on an adventure, but Fuzzy isn't sure. What if it's scary? What if it's really cold or super hot? What if there are no bathrooms, or worse: no toilet paper! Warm says they have everything they need, but Fuzzy is worried. Should they bring snacks? A sensible change of clothes? Toilet paper? Warm knows where to go, but Fuzzy has questions. Have they been there before? Will there be people there? Should they bring gifts? Or toilet paper?? This reassuring story explores themes of resilience, patience, bravery and anxiety in a gently humorous and familiar way. It will remind worriers of all ages that no matter how big or small the adventure, they have it in themselves to meet it. Even if it means bringing their own toilet paper.
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Planted with love : growing into a family
by Natasha Tripplett
Lamar joins his new foster mom as she tends to her garden until feelings of uncertainty lead him to destroy the garden, yet through her love he learns he is wanted, is loved, has been planted and will bloom.
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Odder : an otter's story
by Katherine Applegate
Odder spends her days playing underwater and learning life lessons from her mother. But when Odder's life takes a dramatic turn, she is rescued by humans. The people are kind, and introduce Odder to other rescues. Soon, it's clear that Odder has a talent for teaching other pups how to otter.
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Happy birthday, America
by Mary Pope Osborne
Three generations of a family join in a lively small-town celebration of Independence Day, including a parade, a picnic, music, and fireworks.
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Grandma drove the garbage truck
by Katie Clark
Grandma has run the town's garbage business, and her three sons drive the trucks. But what happens when her sons are all too sick to work-and it's the 4th of July, the day of the Big Parade? Leave it to Grandma to get the town clean, with the help of her young grandson, Billy, as she embarks on a hilarious romp through town-and creates nearly as much mess as she cleans up.
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The great cake bake
by Helen Ketteman
When her town hosts a Fourth of July cake competition, Donna Rae tries to bake the best cake ever, but with every patriotic confection she makes, something goes wrong.
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Red, white, and boom!
by Lee Wardlaw
Children are invited to travel across the country for a city parade, a beach picnic and fireworks in the park with this poetic celebration of the many cultures and traditions that make the Fourth of July, America's birthday, so special.
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I'm an American
by Darshana Khiani
A beautifully illustrated, thought-provoking picture book depicts the broad range of cultures in America, the values that bring us together as one people despite our differences, and the many ways we define what it means to be an American.
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Hats off for the Fourth of July!
by Harriet Ziefert
Follow this small town parade to fun, with music, cowboys on horseback, the fire engines, and when the parade is finished, a surprise spectacle in the sky.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Grand Ledge Area District Library
131 E Jefferson St
Grand Ledge, Michigan 48837
(517) 627-7014https://gladl.org |
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