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| Serafina Makes Waves by Matthew Burgess; illustrated by Robin RosenthalMeet Serafina, a little cat with a gigantic loathing for water. When her parents insist on swim lessons, Serafina's attempts to avoid the pool are hilariously histrionic -- until her beloved stuffed bunny, Noodles, requires an aquatic rescue. Prepare for repeat read-alouds of this buoyant tale.
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| Emeka, Eat Egusi! by Candice Iloh; illustrated by Bea JacksonNigerian American Emeka loves routine, including eating jollof rice for dinner every night. No other food will do! But then Mama invites Emeka to help her make egusi, and he becomes more curious with each ingredient added to the soup pot. Read-alike: Yan Gu's Bitter Tea and Rock Candy, another feel-good family story about a reluctant child expanding their palate. |
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| Hazel's Best Day: A Story of Community, Accessibility, and Pride in Being Yourself by Adiba Nelson; illustrated by DeAnn WileyCheerful, energetic cut-paper illustrations and one child's excitement will draw young readers into this upbeat story. Decked out in zebra socks, leg braces, and a bedazzled wheelchair, Hazel joins a diverse group of disabled friends and neighbors as they use their city's accessibility features on their journey to an exuberant destination: a Disability Pride parade! |
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All That Glimmers
by Laura Baker
Celebrate the phenomenon of glimmers (the opposite of triggers) in this inspiring picture book about the moments in our lives that spark joy, bring peace, and inspire hope. Search with your eyes, keep your heart open too, and look for the glimmers that shine their way through.
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| While We're Here by Anne Wynter; illustrated by Micha ArcherAfter rushing to arrive on time, a mother and child discover that the party in the park was actually yesterday. They're disappointed -- until they realize they've now got free time for rolling down hills, watching ducklings, and exploring trails. Read-alike: Oge Mora's Saturday, another mother-daughter story featuring textured, multilayered collage art. |
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Carnival Queen
by Donette Williams-Harry
Carly excitedly gets ready for Carnival, but is upset when her dress rips, until other mas bands help. Includes back matter on carnival celebrations in different parts of the world.
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| Mistaco: A Tale of Tragedy y Tortillas by Eliza KinkzAfter a series of small accidents and a big-time embarrassment at school, clumsy young Izzy has HAD it. Her outburst at family tortilla night inspires the "mistaco" -- a way to confess mistakes and then eat them up. Busy, scribbly artwork heightens the affirming warmth in this tale of acceptance (and delicious tacos).
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| Accident! by Andrea TsurumiMortified that she spilled juice on the couch, Lola the armadillo flees to the library, but her escape is hampered by an epic, ongoing pile-up of mishaps and mayhem. This uproarious read is ultimately reassuring, and Booklist declares that "poring over the riotous illustrations is pure joy." |
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| How to Pee Your Pants The Right Way by Rachel Michelle WilsonThough this playful picture book about pants-wetting focuses on an anthropomorphic owlet, it also provides matter-of-fact reassurance to readers: "We've all been there." The suggested coping techniques -- such as starting a food fight as a distraction or repurposing a lampshade as trousers -- may be outrageously silly, but the overall message of genuine empathy is sure to resonate. |
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A Quick Trip to the Store
by Sam Wedelich
When her family runs out of bananas, a young girl goes on a quick trip to the grocery store, and while Mom's distracted, the boring banana run turns into a wild adventure through the aisles.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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