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The Magical Yet
by Angela Diterlizzi; illustrated by Lorena Alvarez
Starring: a frustrated, helmet-clad kid who’s ready to give up on learning to ride a bike, and the Magical Yet, a pink-petaled sprite who’s determined to help the child keep trying.
What’s inside: luminous, jewel-toned illustrations depicting all kinds of kids, each striving for their own “yet,” whether it’s riding a bike, becoming a ballet dancer, or finishing a painting.
Why kids might like it: Without getting preachy, The Magical Yet demonstrates how a growth mindset can reframe everyday challenges.
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Outside in
by Deborah Underwood
A mindful contemplation of the many ways nature affects our everyday lives compares the outdoors to a patient and generous friend who comes in to help and heal while reminding us that we are all part of a much greater universe. By the best-selling author of The Quiet Book.
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Bear can't wait
by Karma Wilson
Overcome with excitement about a surprise he has planned for Hare, Bear bustles and scuttles about his preparations, causing an accident that he scrambles to make right before his friend’s arrival.
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Parents' Day surprise
by Anne Lamb
Pete and his friends are planning a special surprise for a classmate whose mother cannot attend Parents’ Day at school because of her military tour of duty.
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Get Creative with Favorite Songs Sing favorite songs or recite favorite rhymes with your child, but mix it up! Change your voice so you sing high, low, fast, or slow. Or change the words a little bit to add a healthy dose of silliness. (for example: "Twinkle twinkle little chicken...")
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Enjoy the Birds in Spring |
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Knowing the name of a bird
by Jane Yolen
"This inquisitive, ornithological ode celebrates a love of birds-no matter what we call them and why"
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Fly!
by Mark Teague
When Mama bird decides it is time for Baby bird to leave the nest and learn how to fly south, an apprehensive Baby considers whimsical alternatives, in a wordless picture book by the best-selling creator of the Dear Mrs. LaRue series.
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Wings
by Cheryl B. Klein
A debut picture book by the author of The Magic Words and the Caldecott Honor-winning creator of Strega Nona combines simple rhymes and vibrant artwork in a loving tribute to the challenges and triumphs of a baby bird's first flight.
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Let's feed the ducks!
by Rachel Benge
Two siblings search for ducks to feed at the park and encounter geese, pigeons, peacocks, and crows before finding their favorite birds
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Explore Engaging Programs
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Music and MovementGet little bodies moving with lap bounces, tickles, and lifting, set to new and favorite songs and rhymes.
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Enjoy a story and songs, then create a cardboard car and "drive" it through a "car wash!"
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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