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| Toad on the Go by Jashar AwanWe all make mistakes, and we can all work to repair them -- just like tow truck driver Toad does after his overeager driving leads to a fender-bender. This sequel to Towed by Toad offers further rambunctious, read-aloud rhymes paired with a relatable message. |
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All the Ice Cream in the Land
by Emmy Kastner
In the timeless tradition of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, this hilarious cumulative fairy tale introduces a silly cast of all-too-eager loyal subjects, a kingdom's worth of ice cream, and one baffled princess. Get ready to laugh your way through this surprising cumulative tale that's full of unexpected twists, turns, and more cows than you can count
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by Matthew Cordell
After being sent home with a fever, a young boy discovers the mysterious, miniature world beyond his bedroom walls.
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| Turtle with a Toolbox by Beth Ferry; illustrated by DudolfUsing his handy toolbox shell, adorably round-headed Turtle is building something, and each of his animal friends has a unique skill to contribute. Filled with fun-to-say construction sounds and soft, sweet illustrations, this teamwork-focused series opener is "just what the toddler ordered" (Kirkus Reviews).
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| We Are Joy by Chrystal D. Giles; illustrated by Kitt ThomasTold through elegant, poetic words and swirling, jewel-toned illustrations, this affirming picture book celebrates all the facets of Black joy. On each spread, Black children are shown with their loved ones as they play, eat, learn, protest, and revel in the resilience and warmth of community. Read-alikes: Tami Charles' All Because You Matter; Natasha Tarpley's The Me I Choose to Be. |
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| Bear Hair by Jeff MackA large brown bear, a fuzzy pink hare, and the shaggy blue wig they both covet set the stage for laugh-out-loud funny riffs on bear/bare and hair/hare. Plain backgrounds emphasize the meticulously detailed character illustrations which accompany creator Jeff Mack's distinctive wordplay. This riotous, tongue-twisting exploration of homophones is color-coded for emerging readers. Try these next: Cece Bell's Yam and Donkey books. |
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| The Sweetest of Lemons by Daniel Nayeri; illustrated by Rahele Jomepour BellDuring a long car journey, a child listens to a storyteller's yarn about a giant, a princess, a quest, and a lemon so sweet it can cure sadness. Traditional Persian motifs in both the artwork and storytelling style add specificity and depth to the nested stories within this enchanting picture book.
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| Welcome to Our Classroom! by Alexandra Penfold; illustrated by Suzanne KaufmanTold from the perspective of a kind, supportive teacher, this affirming book follows a diverse class through the discoveries and challenges of a school year. Simple rhymes and an upbeat tone make this a reassuring read for kids who feel anxious about starting (or returning to) school. Previously in this series: All Are Welcome, Big Feelings, All Are Neighbors, Wherever You Go. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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