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| Wind Watchers by Micha ArcherFramed as a year-long conversation between a group of children and the wind that accompanies them through the seasons, this picture book is equal parts poetic and playful, with lavishly dynamic collage art throughout. Try this next: creator Micha Archer's Caldecott Honor-winning Wonder Walkers. |
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Rain, Rain
by Josh Banday
A bored and grouchy child escapes the torment of rainy-day errands by weaving a fantastic tale of adventure from within their little yellow raincoat, reminding kids how laughter and imagination can work their magic on the dreariest of days.
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Lawrence & Sophia: Big & Bold
by Doreen Cronin
Lawrence and Sophia do everything as a pair, together they are big and bold and fast, but one day another kid appears and Lawrence is excited about new adventures while Sophia is not, in a story about friendship triangles.
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| Echo by Adam RexJunior Junior's only friend is the echo across the valley, since it always restates his brilliant (and obviously correct) opinions. But then a new kid with her own opinions moves in, forcing Junior to confront an unthinkable notion: that friendship sometimes involves being wrong. Eye-catching colors add even more verve to the dimensional artwork in this humorous fable. |
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| Just Like Millie by Lauren CastilloFeeling shy and overwhelmed after moving to a new neighborhood, a little girl finds a confidence-building connection when her supportive mom introduces her to Millie, a "not too big, not too small" rescue dog. Illustrations with soft lines and cozy colors round out this comforting read. |
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| Spider in the Well by Jess HanniganIn the town of Bad Göodsburg, an exhausted young jack-of-all-trades naively accepts his neighbors' claims of altruism. When he meets the spider who lives in the local wishing well, however, the boy discovers the not-so-pure truth. For fans of: the long format, darkly droll humor, and justice-oriented plot of Jon Klassen's The Skull. |
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| Ride Beside Me by Lucy KnisleyA mother and child appreciate the fresh air and freedom of a group bike ride. Upbeat, rhyming text keeps the tone light, and cheerful illustrations depict a variety of cycles and riders with enough charming detail to invite close attention. Read-alike: Valerie Bolling's Together We Ride. |
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| Today by Gabi Snyder; illustrated by Stephanie Graegin Mindfulness is modeled rather than taught in this slice-of-life story about moments when time seems to speed up or slow down. By following a relatable child through each stage of a family trip -- from anticipation to experience to memory -- kids may be prompted to consider their own relationships with time.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Michigan City Public Library
100 E. 4th Street
Michigan City, Indiana 46360
219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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