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Picture Books - June 2024
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| The Perfect Place by Matt de la Peña; illustrated by Paola EscobarGetting a perfect grade on his robot report makes Lucas hyper-aware of how his seemingly perfect prep school compares to his family's shabby apartment. Thoughtfully detailed digital art follows Lucas as he begins to understand the benefits of imperfection. Read-alike: The Yellow Handkerchief by Donna Barba Higuera. |
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Maisy Goes to the Eye Doctor
by Lucy Cousins
"Young readers can join Maisy and her friend Ella as they go to Dr. Flamingo the optometrist's office to have their eyes tested, but when Ella needs glasses, they pick out the best frames EVER!"
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| Big Bear and Little Bear Go Fishing by Amy Hest; illustrated by Erin SteadGently muted watercolor illustrations by Caldecott Medalist Erin Stead boost the cozy, classic charm in this tale of two bears who gather their fishing supplies (poles, a book, fresh-baked scones) and embark on an idyllic, sweetly unproductive expedition. |
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Storytime With Franklin : A Collection of Six Favorites
by Paulette Bourgeois; illustrated by Brenda Clark
Franklin the Turtle is beloved around the world for the way he faces dilemmas familiar to all children and, with the help and support of his friends and family, finds his own way to deal with them. This volume features six favourite titles from that series, all timeless classics, with touching storylines and richly coloured art that's chock-full of the small details that make up a young child's day-to-day life. Brenda Clark lives in Port Hope, ON. Illustrator Paulette Bourgeois lives in Toronto, ON.
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| Go and Get with Rex by David LaRochelle; illustrated by Mike WohnoutkaFrom the award-winning duo behind See The Cat comes a new character: Rex, an adorable, anthropomorphic dog with some unconventional responses to an alphabet game. Featuring speech balloons, goofy visuals, and lighthearted humor, Go and Get with Rex is perfect for beginning readers.
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The Curious Why
by Angela DiTerlizzi
This highly anticipated follow-up to the best-selling The Magical Yet shows young readers there's always something new to discover about the world around and encourages them to open their minds to an extraordinary world of possibilities..
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| Being Home by Traci Sorell; illustrated by Michaela GoadeThis spare, imaginative picture book is styled as a Cherokee child's sketchbook, detailing the journey as she and her mom leave the crowded city and are welcomed into a large, loving community on the reservation. With a multi-award-winning pair of Indigenous creators, Being Home is a must-read family story. |
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A bear, a Fish, and a Fishy Wish
by Daniel Bernstrom
"When he spots a fish, which would make a delicious dish, hungry Bear discovers this is no ordinary fish — one who has an entirely different plan, in this funny, action-packed picture book with tongue-twisting text."
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| Summer Is Here by Renée Watson; illustrated by Bea JacksonA young girl guides readers through her perfect summer day, including swimming, double dutch, blowing bubbles, and a communal cookout. This picture book debut from author Renée Watson overflows with delicious sensory details in the lyrical text and the sunshine-bright illustrations. |
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Ursula Upside Down
by Corey R. Tabor
"When one question turns happy catfish Ursula's world upside down, she learns to find confidence in seeing the world her own way, in this innovative, flipped-format picture book that encourages readers to embrace their individuality. "
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| This Beach Is Loud! by Samantha CotterillDuring a much-anticipated beach trip, a young boy is overwhelmed by the noisy, too-stimulating atmosphere until some support from Dad helps him enjoy a day of play. While it's designed specifically for kids who experience sensory processing issues, this own voices book (part of the Little Senses series) may appeal to a wide variety of readers. |
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| Little Houses by Kevin Henkes; illustrated by Laura DronzekQuiet wonder suffuses this story about a child visiting her grandparents at the seaside. Bold, up-close illustrations of the shells the child finds balance her expansive musings about the shells' former inhabitants and the mysteries of the deep ocean. Read-alike: Granny and Bean by Karen Hesse. |
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| Hot Dog by Doug SalatiWhen a summer's day in the city gets too hot and claustrophobic, the titular dachshund and his human travel to a breezy, beachy island where "a pup can run." Kids will be drawn in by the evocative atmosphere and the winsome dog's expressive body language. Hot Dog is the winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal. |
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Beach Bummer
by Ryan T Higgins
"While everyone is having fun in the sun at the beach except him, Bruce, whose favorite thing to do during summer is sit in the shade, looks forward to his second favorite thing — summer turning into fall. "
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| Jules vs. the Ocean by Jessie SimaWith a sunny summer color palette, this playful picture book pits the famously ephemeral nature of sand and waves against one defiant little girl who's determined to impress her big sister with a sandcastle. Read-alike: A Day for Sandcastles by JonArno Lawson. |
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Nye, Sand and Stones
by Bree Galbraith
"A young girl challenges destructive behavior from the citizens of an island of stones that the rest of her community on an island of sand has been accepting since the beginning of time."
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Dinosaurs in trucks because hey, why not?
by Sandra Boynton
"Comical chaos ensues when dinosaurs are given trucks, in this up-ROAR-ious rhyming board book that is perfect for dinosaur- and truck-obsessed toddlers! Illustrations. "
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Little Fish's opposites
by Lucy Cousins
"Taking readers both big and small on an underwater adventure, Little Fish and friends introduce them to opposite words with the help of various sea creatures. Illustrations. "
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Hello, Bedtime : A High-contrast book
by Jannie Ho
This enchanting high-contrast introduction to bedtime that features black-and-white shapes and patterns introduces little ones to bedtime and the simple objects found in a baby's bedroom.
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I Bug You
by Dori Elys
"Flit along with bugs of all kinds and reassure little ones that they're loved through wordplay and so moth love"
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The Great Outdoors
by Yuli Yav
"Little readers can step outside and join a family on a hike through a forest where there are crunchy leaves to step on, birds to see and rivers to cross as they enjoy each other's company in the wilderness."
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You're the Sprinkles on my Ice Cream
by Laura Gehl
"Overflowing with love and sweetness, this cuddly board book is filled with charming sayings that will delight young readers?—?and the big readers who love them! Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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What Goes in the Ocean? : a seek-and-find book
by Dori Elys
"With each spread containing under-the-sea habitats, this nonfiction board book for curious young minds takes them on an educational vacation underwater where they can seek what belongs and identify the silly things that don't. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations."
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Meet the Emotions
by Jerrod Maruyama
"Based on the Disney/Pixar animated feature film Inside Out 2, releasing this summer in theaters, stories at various reading levels take kids on an all-new adventure inside the mind of now-teenager Riley, who is definitely feeling all kinds of new Emotions!"
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Brown Bear and friends : colors.
by Odd Dot (Firm)
"This novelty crinkle board book is an explosion of warm reds, oranges and yellows and cool blues, greens and purples, helping the youngest of readers explore the wondrous world of colors."
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Mrs. Peanuckle's organic farm alphabet
by Peanuckle
"Toddlers can spend the day with Mrs. Peanuckle as she introduces them to the ABCs—and benefits—of organic farming, in this informative alphabet book illustrated with graphic art that brings these simple nature and farm words to vibrant life. "
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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