| We Could Fly by Rhiannon Giddens; illustrated by Briana Mukodiri UchenduIn We Could Fly, musician Rhiannon Giddens turns her folklore-inspired song of the same name into a moving, uplifting picture book starring a mother and daughter with a powerful shared connection to the “old-time ways” of their ancestors, who could take flight. |
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| Milo Walking by James Howe; illustrated by Sakika KikuchiFor a kid like Milo, everything he sees during a simple walk -- from buzzing bees to an airplane overhead to his own reflection in a puddle -- offers an opportunity for curiosity, wonder, and inspiration. Read-alikes: Antoinette Portis’ Now and Wait. |
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| When the Stars Came Home by Brittany Luby; illustrated by Natasha DonovanAfter moving to the city, Anishinaabe kid Ojiig misses the starry night skies. But when his mom gives him a star quilt and stories of his ancestors, Ojiig realizes that home is more than a place. This poetic, poignant tale is sure to resonate with many families. |
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| Tomfoolery! Randolph Caldecott and the Rambunctious Coming-of-Age of Children's Books by Michelle Markel; illustrated by Barbara McClintockYou’ve seen shiny Caldecott Medal stickers on book covers; now, discover the lively, paint-and-ink-illustrated story of Randolph Caldecott, the artist who brought action to children’s books. Read-alike: Balderdash! John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children’s Books, also by Michelle Markel. |
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| Chubby Bunny by Julie Murphy; illustrated by Sarah Winifred SearleBarbara Binks loves everything bunny-related -- “Bunny” is even her nickname! A game of “chubby bunny” sours, however, when kids turn it into taunting about her size. Luckily, Bunny’s loving grandmother soothes her with a reminder: being mean is a bad thing, but being chubby isn’t. |
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| A Polar Bear in the Snow by Mac Barnett; illustrations by Shawn HarrisIn this immersive picture book, a questioning refrain and evocative cut-paper illustrations in Arctic colors invite readers to imagine themselves in the world of a polar bear, newly awake after hibernation. |
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| Ten Ways to Hear Snow by Cathy Camper; illustrated by Kenard PakThe morning after a snowfall, Lina brainstorms about ways for her beloved Sitti (who doesn’t see well) to hear the snow. This quiet, gentle read highlights sensory experience, as well as the warm bonds in a Lebanese American family. |
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| A Big Bed for Little Snow by Grace LinMommy warns Little Snow that his sky-blue feather bed is not for jumping. But Little Snow can’t resist, even if his exuberance sends white feathers fluttering down over everything. Spare yet eye-catching illustrations distinguish this fable, a companion book to the author’s A Big Mooncake for Little Star. |
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| Little Fox in the Snow by Jonathan London; illustrated by Daniel MiyaresWelcome to a snowy day in the life of a young red fox -- hunting, seeking company, and running from danger -- told through evocative poetry and wintry watercolor art. This picture book is perfect for kids who long for a taste of the wild. |
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| Snow Angel, Sand Angel by Lois-Ann Yamanaka; illustrated by Ashley LukashevskyCurious about real snow, Hawaiian Claire and her family head up to Mauna Kea. But the icy, chunky snow there disappoints, leaving Claire frustrated until a beach visit helps her reconnect with her island home. This story offers something for adventure-seekers and homebodies alike. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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