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Somewhere for Little Bear
by Britta Teckentrup
Escaping the blazing forest, Little Bear leaves behind his cozy cave, his friends and the comforts he knows as he journeys into the unknown where, in the most unfamiliar of places, he discovers the true meaning of home with the help and kindness of new animal friends. Illustrations.
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| Prunella by Beth Ferry; illustrated by Claire KeaneTreated like an outsider because of her affinity for odd and eerie plants, prickly young gardener Prunella blossoms when she meets other curious kids with unusual interests. Nature-lovers and nonconformists will relate to this hopeful horticultural tale. |
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We are definitely human
by X. Fang
"When three mysterious visitors from "Europe" crash-land in Mr. Li's field, he does what any good host would: he invites them back to his farmhouse and offers to help fix up their "car." No, there's nothing strange about these guests at all. Just like other humans, they "make business," "play sportsball" and "wear hat." As the townsfolk also come to the aid of the visitors and the gathering turns into a little party, interplanetary relations reach an all-time high"
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| Just What to Do by Kyle Lukoff; illustrated by Hala TahboubA card, a laugh, a hug -- different people need different things after they experience a loss, as the child in this book discovers through kindhearted trial and error. Read-alike: Cori Doerrfeld’s The Rabbit Listened, another sweet story about emotions and communication. |
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What Can a Mess Make?
by Bee Johnson
From delicious meals and cozy forts to impromptu band performances and elegant tea parties, two sisters discover a mess can lead to many special moments, in this picture book that inspires readers to embrace imagination and creative play?—?and make some messes themselves. Illustrations.
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The First Week of School
by Drew Beckmeyer
It's just a typical first week of school: a teacher, a classroom pet, kids with mixed emotions, and...an alien? Closely observed crayon art and an unusual, extraterrestrial perspective distinguish this funny, feel-good read.
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Keyana loves school
by Natasha Anastasia Tarpley
Coming up with the perfect idea for a class project?—?picking the people and places she loves around her school?—?Keyana must find her voice and a big way to share her idea when her teacher asks her to present the project in front of everyone! Illustrations.
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Ruby's tools for making friends
by Apryl Stott
During her first day at a new school, Ruby, a shy little fox who uses tools to overcome anxiety, wonders if her tools can help her find the confidence to speak up in class and maybe even make some new friends. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Goodnight school
by Catherine Bailey
This enchanting bedtime story follows a nightguard traveling from room to room preparing the school for the night. Readers will delight in observing a class pet turtle who has escaped and is roaming the halls engaging in comical hijinks. The rolling rhymes create a soothing tone that makes this an excellent choice for bedtime reading or sharing with a group.
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| Bitsy Bat, School Star by Kaz WindnessInitially thrilled to start school, young bat Bitsy is dismayed when everything is too bright and too loud and her classmates don't understand why she hangs upside-down or paints with her feet. With thoughtful support, though, Bitsy is able to shine. Geared towards autistic kids and relatable for lots of readers, this sweet story is perfect for back-to-school season. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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