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This Book is Dangerous!
by Ben Clanton
"Did the title just say that this book is dangerous? Jelly doesn't do dangerous. Can you help Jelly find a way out? Just don't move a muscle or make any loud noises, okay? And definitely DON'T touch anything! While everything seems to come sunny-side up for Narwhal on their adventures, Jelly has more than a few worries about the many dangers out there in the ocean: sea serpents, pirate crabs, circus cannons, lost porcupines, and spiky things of any kind could be lurking around each turn of the page! In the tradition of interactive classics like The Monster at the End of This Book, Jelly has got to find a way out of this book, and it's up to the reader to help this little jellyfish . . . or not!"
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Put Your Shoes On
by Polly Dunbar
"Josh and Mom are heading out to Aunty Nelly's birthday party, and it's time for Josh to put on his shoes. But Josh is in his own little world, and the more Mom begs him to put his shoes on, the wilder his imagination becomes."
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Iris Shines
by Stacy Ebert
Aspiring star Iris believes she is destined for fame, but when her unexpectedly talented younger brother steals some of the spotlight, Iris learns to share the stage.
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Boar and Hedgehog
by David Elliott
"When Hedgehog, who probably wants to be helpful but comes across as a busybody, gets stuck in a hole and needs help, cranky Boar is the one who might assist him."
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| My Friend May by Julie FlettMargaux, a young Cree girl, is upset that her nitôsis (auntie) is moving away. Then Margaux's beloved black cat May disappears, making the child even more distressed…until nitôsis comes through for her in an unexpected way. This gentle, thoughtful story is best shared one-on-one, and it includes a guide to the Plains Cree terms used. |
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| Where the Deer Slip Through by Katey Howes; illustrated by Beth KrommesFrom sunrise to nightfall, various wild animals visit a woodland farmyard. Each creature is portrayed distinctly in rhyming words packed with alliteration and onomatopoeia, and kids can follow each delicious detail in the delicate, meticulous scratchboard-and-watercolor art by Caldecott Medalist Beth Krommes. |
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How Jackson Found His Joy Again
by Patrice Karst
"A boy struggling with sadness learns a new way to experience joy and gratitude again by focusing on colors in the world around him."
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Be Bold, Bob
by Jane Porter
"In the heart of the forest, everyone is getting ready for the big show. Everyone but Bob the elephant. Bob longs to sing on stage, but it's impossible--he's just too nervous. Whenever he tries, his ears get hot, his trunk feels tangled, and nothing but a tiny squeak pops out. When his friend Paloma, the ukulele-playing pangolin, shares her secret, Bob agrees to perform. But at the very last minute a minor disaster strikes and he can't go on. Until, that is, he remembers Paloma's secret--and how much he'd like to give her something in return."
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Rabbit's Feat
by Barney Saltzberg
"In a vast, open desert, Boulder is convinced that today is the day he'll see his shy friend Cactus's flowers bloom. "I've dreamt of seeing them up close," he tells her. But Boulder is too far away, and he can't move anyway! Nonetheless, Boulder is certain today will be different. Cactus isn't so sure, but Boulder believes. Unbeknownst to the two friends, enterprising Rabbit observes their plight and decides to help out. As Boulder and Cactus talk more about their dreams, Rabbit works harder and harder to make their wish a reality. The task is sisyphean, but with courage, determination, and a little bit of kismet, Rabbit might just move mountains."
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| You and Me, Anemone by Rachel Vail; illustrated by Chris RaschkaCharming wordplay and enticingly textured embroidery art combine in this read-aloud ready tale of a kid and an anemone with a shared aversion to being "booped." Whether you're looking to share a fun story about sea creatures or start a kid-friendly discussion of boundaries, you'll want to check out this affirming book. |
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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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