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| I Got You: A Brother's Promise by Derrick Barnes; illustrated by Shamar Knight-JusticeFrom the moment Rasheed is born, his caring big brother Anthony shows him how to do everything, whether it’s building a block tower, braving a thunderstorm, riding a bike, or -- eventually -- becoming a big brother himself. I Got You offers a sweet, straightforward portrait of a sibling bond. |
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| Island Storm by Brian Floca; illustrated by Sydney SmithHand in hand, two bold siblings explore the calm before the storm that’s gathering along the coast of their island town. Poetic words, rich in sensory details, heighten the atmosphere created by the expressive, stylized artwork. Read-alike: Hurricane by Jason Chin. |
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Bear and the three Goldilocks
by Patrick Horne
When the Goldilocks family leave their campsite to go on a hike, baby bear comes along and makes a mess of their food and belongings--because that is how bears roll.
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Tiny Owl's scary day
by Petr Horâaček
"Dawn is coming, and Tiny Owl really wants to explore the day. Mama Owl explains that owls need to sleep when the sun is up so they can fly at night. But Tiny Owl isn't sleepy! And she isn't scared! So when Mama is sound asleep, Tiny Owl sneaks out of the nest. Flying in the sunshine is so exciting! Resting near some beautiful flowers is lovely! (What is that swishing sound in the grass?) Watching the fish in the river is fun! (Is that a creeping noise by the water's edge?) The noises may be a little scary, but Tiny Owl feels safe here on a branch with lots of other birds. Wait, why is everyone suddenly flying off, leaving her alone? She wants to go home! With expressive art, rich in color and texture, acclaimed creator Petr Horâacek tells a classic taleof a child's venture out of the nest, knowing a mother's protective love awaits her return"
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Diego Fuego the firefighting dragon
by Allison Rozo
"A young dragon learns to celebrate the unique icy powers that set him apart from his fire-breathing family and becomes a hero"
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I'm telling you, Dex, kindergarten rocks!
by Katie Davis
Dexter knows everything there is to know about kindergarten and is not at all scared about his first day there, but his stuffed dog, Buster, is very nervous.
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| The First Week of School by Drew BeckmeyerIt's just a typical first week of school: a teacher, a classroom pet, kids with mixed emotions, and...an alien? Closely observed crayon art and an unusual, extraterrestrial perspective distinguish this funny, feel-good read. |
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| Danbi Leads the School Parade by Anna KimIt's Danbi's first day in American school since her family moved from Korea, and lunchtime gives the imaginative girl an opportunity to show her not-so-welcoming classmates how much fun they can have together. Delicate illustrations heighten the sweetness of this uplifting school story. |
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| Home in a Lunchbox by Cherry MoStarting school in suburban America after moving from Hong Kong is daunting and lonely for Jun. But the food in her lunch box provides some much-needed home comfort, and -- eventually -- a way to approach new friends. Read-alikes: Young Vo's Gibberish; Jenny Liao’s Everyone Loves Lunchtime But Zia. |
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Fall is for school
by Robert Neubecker
"Two seasonally-opposed siblings face the end of summer with both joy and dread. But as Sister shares her enthusiasm for fall, school, and everything they encompass, Brother's own excitement grows in this celebratory picturebook"
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Albert Lea Public Library
211 E Clark St.
Albert Lea, Minnesota 56007
(507) 377-4350alplonline.org |
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