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The Great Zapfino by Mac BarnettRunning away from the circus due to his fear of heights and taking a job as an elevator operator in a tall building, The Great Zapfino must find the strength and courage to be great when disaster strikes.
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The upside down hat
by Stephen Barr
A boy wakes up and discovers that everything he had has disappeared except for his hat, so he sets out to find what is lost and ultimately discovers that the most important thing of all is self
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Hornswoggled!: A wacky words whodunit
by Josh Crute
"Deer wakes up to find one of his antlers is missing...and there's a tennis racket in its place? One by one his friends also uncover that their important items from glasses to lucky boots have been swapped with silly, useless replacements like donuts andswim flippers...Once they gather together to find out what happened, will they find the true thief or be outfoxed?"
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| Witch Hazel by Molly IdleWhat it's about: While ailing in bed, elderly witch Hazel finds joy in sharing her lifetime of memories with young companion Hilda. And, after Hazel is gone, Hilda finds solace in her own memories of their time together.
Art alert: A sepia backdrop lends a quiet, nostalgic tone to the gently shaded white-and-gray illustrations.
Reviewers say: "A bewitching examination of the abiding power of memories and story" (Horn Book Magazine).
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Meanwhile back on Earthby Oliver Jeffers"Part history of the world, part guide to the universe, this fascinating picture book has a father and his two children blasting off into space to look back at the Earth and the conflicts that have taken place since the beginning of time."
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| Mushroom lullaby by Kenneth KraegelWhat it's about: A straightforward introduction to mushrooms takes a whimsical turn, inviting young readers to imagine themselves playing with friendly insects, exploring a cozy mushroom house, and snuggling up for sweet dreams.
Why kids might like it: Narration addressed directly to "you" ensures that all kids can feel included in a mushroom-sized world of their own, while fanciful ink-and-watercolor art exudes bedtime-story coziness. |
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We saw a spinosaurus
by Mewburn, Kyle
We were trying not to snorus when we heard a growling chorus floating down the corridorus. Three children spy a dinosaur walking through the school ... followed by another ... and another ... and another! They decide to follow them - and what a surprise they find!
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Pigeon holed
by Nikki Slade-Robinson
Big Pigeon has an Important Job to do, organising all the pigeons into their correct places. But Little Pigeon is having none of it and eventually sets all the pigeons free to be themselves and mix happily together.
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| Firefighter Flo! by Andrea Zimmerman; illustrated by Dan YaccarinoWhat it's about: With flashing lights and clanging bells, Flo and her diverse team of firefighters rush to douse a burning building with their fire hose, rescuing everyone (dogs and all) from the blaze.
How you should read it: OUT LOUD and with LOTS of EMPHASIS, letting kids get the full impact of the rhyming onomatopoeia, as well as pore over the crisp, retro-modern illustrations. |
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| Oona by Kelly DiPucchio; illustrated by Raissa FigueroaMeet: young mermaid Oona, sweet and "a little bit salty," as she and her pet otter Otto go scavenging for unexpected treasures.
What happens: Oona learns how to move past disappointment in this undersea adventure, the 1st in a series which continues with Oona and the Shark and Oona in the Arctic (due out in January 2023).
Kids might also like: Jerry Pinkney's The Little Mermaid, a more traditional but equally enchanting fantasy starring a curious Black mermaid. |
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| The Tree in Me by Corinna LuykenWhat it's about: An inclusive group of kids plays and relaxes among the trees, while lyrical text describes how people's inner lives are like trees, interconnected with nature and one another.
Art alert: Rosy pink and glowing gold hues stand out in the dreamy illustrations, making this book a strong choice for sharing (one-on-one or with a group), as well as for starting conversations about how kids can nurture their own "trees."
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| Outside, Inside by LeUyen PhamWhat it's about: The wide-open world changes after "something strange" happens and almost everyone who was once outside goes inside. Families hunker down, dedicated workers step up, and little ones adjust to a new normal.
Why kids might like it: Although it doesn't directly mention COVID-19, this look at lockdown life encourages hope and shared understanding among kids whose lives have been shaped by the pandemic.
Look for: the little black cat weaving its way through every page. |
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| Mel Fell by Corey R. TaborWhat it's about: Venturing out of the nest, fledgling kingfisher Mel's first test of her wings takes a decidedly downward trajectory.
How to read it: You'll need to turn the book sideways to follow Mel as she begins plummeting, heightening the drama of her loooooong dive and the exhilaration of her eventual, triumphant flight.
Award buzz: Gentle humour and playful visual storytelling earned this book a 2022 Caldecott Honor. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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