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Beatrice looks for home

Grady, Ron,


"Beatrice's entire world changes when Papa gets a new job in a faraway city and their family has to move"--
Date Published:2025

Wait 'til you're older : what if you didn't have to wait? /

Marianayagam, Maria,


"A heartwarming picture book teaching children patience and to live in the moment. This clever, sweet story is about a girl named Reha who despises the present, because her brother says he won't let her play with his dinosaur toys until she's older. To solve this problem, she decides to build a time machine. But even though she does everything her time travel book says, she can't seem to get it right. Then in her last attempt to find what she needs, her brother asks if he can help. Perhaps the present could be okay after all? Information is included in the back matter on topics such as: concepts of time (past, present, and future) gravity black holes wormholes"--
Date Published:2025

"A heartwarming picture book teaching children patience and to live in the moment. This clever, sweet story is about a girl named Reha who despises the present, because her brother says he won't let her play with his dinosaur toys until she's older. To solve this problem, she decides to build a time machine. But even though she does everything her time travel book says, she can't seem to get it right. Then in her last attempt to find what she needs, her brother asks if he can help. Perhaps the present could be okay after all? Information is included in the back matter on topics such as: concepts of time (past, present, and future) gravity black holes wormholes"--

Date Published:2025

The mixed-up owl

Sowa, Marzena, 1979-,


Translation of: Le hibou abasourdi. "Originally published as Le hibou abasourdi Â©2024 by Les Editions de la PastÃ¨que." "Owl wants to answer a question that's making him feel mixed up: why can't he fall asleep at night when all of the other animals in the forest are sleeping? Setting out on a quest to learn, Owl asks the squirrels, the rabbits, and even a bear! Alas, all the animals are asleep at night and too busy in the daytime to help Owl solve his problem. But Owl is determined to find out what's up, and the answer might just surprise him . . ."--
Date Published:2025

Translation of: Le hibou abasourdi. "Originally published as Le hibou abasourdi Â©2024 by Les Editions de la PastÃ¨que." "Owl wants to answer a question that's making him feel mixed up: why can't he fall asleep at night when all of the other animals in the forest are sleeping? Setting out on a quest to learn, Owl asks the squirrels, the rabbits, and even a bear! Alas, all the animals are asleep at night and too busy in the daytime to help Owl solve his problem. But Owl is determined to find out what's up, and the answer might just surprise him . . ."--

Date Published:2025

Grace builds an dog

Manley, Curtis,


Grace programs a bit mischief into her perfectly behaved robot dog Kit, but a scary trip to the park highlights a bug in her code.
Date Published:2025

Pearls in the sand : protecting sea turtles in Oaxaca /

Gutierrez Hernandez, Beatriz,


"PapÃ¡ Grande was once a sea turtle poacher but now he spends his days and nights caring for these endangered creatures. From greeting the turtles on the beach to protecting their eggs in the carefully constructed hatchery, there's always something to do to help these turtles fight against looming extinction. With elegant text, lush illustrations, and detailed backmatter this book is the perfect way to introduce little ones to sea turtle conservation, ocean habitats and animal life cycles."-- Publishers website.
Date Published:2025

"PapÃ¡ Grande was once a sea turtle poacher but now he spends his days and nights caring for these endangered creatures. From greeting the turtles on the beach to protecting their eggs in the carefully constructed hatchery, there's always something to do to help these turtles fight against looming extinction. With elegant text, lush illustrations, and detailed backmatter this book is the perfect way to introduce little ones to sea turtle conservation, ocean habitats and animal life cycles."-- Publishers website.

Date Published:2025

Penelope Weathervane's grumpy day

Serafino, James,


Penelope Weathervane has big plans for a sunny day, but when inclement weather leaves her with thunderous feelings, it all goes downhill fast. Penelopeâ€™s Grumpy Day just keeps getting grumpier! With her picnic ruined, Penelopeâ€™s Grumpy Day seems never-ending, threatening to blow her away completely. Grumpy Days are like that. To brave the storm, Penelope must enlist her mindfulness tactics and deep breathing to let the clouds blow away. Can Penelope turn her Grumpy Day into clear skies after all? Deeply relatable to anyone who has ever found themselves in a funk that just wonâ€™t quit, Penelope Weathervaneâ€™s Grumpy Day will show readers how, even when it seems impossible, we can manage the stormy emotions that roll in on a Grumpy Day.
Date Published:2025

Penelope Weathervane has big plans for a sunny day, but when inclement weather leaves her with thunderous feelings, it all goes downhill fast. Penelopeâ€™s Grumpy Day just keeps getting grumpier! With her picnic ruined, Penelopeâ€™s Grumpy Day seems never-ending, threatening to blow her away completely. Grumpy Days are like that. To brave the storm, Penelope must enlist her mindfulness tactics and deep breathing to let the clouds blow away. Can Penelope turn her Grumpy Day into clear skies after all? Deeply relatable to anyone who has ever found themselves in a funk that just wonâ€™t quit, Penelope Weathervaneâ€™s Grumpy Day will show readers how, even when it seems impossible, we can manage the stormy emotions that roll in on a Grumpy Day.

Date Published:2025

100 days : a story of sisterhood /

Lee, Kimberly,


"Anya loves having special days with her mom and dad--rainy days, yellow days, stay-in-the-park for hours days. Then her younger sister is born and Anya finds herself feeling overlooked and forgotten. Why does Hana have to get all the attention? Her family is busy preparing for her younger sister's 100 Day celebration, a Chinese tradition that commemorates an infant's 100th day with good luck rituals and customs like the delectable ang ku kueh cakes, red envelopes, and baby's first haircut. As the day approaches, Anya learns to appreciate her baby sister, learning that sometimes love comes slowly, in days and moments that creep up on you, and hold onto you tightly--as tightly as a little sister can."--Amazon.
Date Published:2025

"Anya loves having special days with her mom and dad--rainy days, yellow days, stay-in-the-park for hours days. Then her younger sister is born and Anya finds herself feeling overlooked and forgotten. Why does Hana have to get all the attention? Her family is busy preparing for her younger sister's 100 Day celebration, a Chinese tradition that commemorates an infant's 100th day with good luck rituals and customs like the delectable ang ku kueh cakes, red envelopes, and baby's first haircut. As the day approaches, Anya learns to appreciate her baby sister, learning that sometimes love comes slowly, in days and moments that creep up on you, and hold onto you tightly--as tightly as a little sister can."--Amazon.

Date Published:2025

Crunch and crack, oink and whack! : an onomatopoeia story /

Cleary, Brian P., 1959-,


Illustrations and simple, rhyming text follow Mrs. Garcia's class on a hunt in and around school for examples onomatopoeia--words that imitate the sound of what they name.
Date Published:2019

Broken

Fang, X.,


ALA Booklist. "Join Mei Mei on her hilarious and emotional journey in this dramatic and tenderhearted picture book about guilt and forgiveness, from the acclaimed creator of We Are Definitely Human. When Mei Mei accidentally breaks her ama's favorite cup, she's convinced it's the end of the world. What if Ama is angry? What if she yells? What if she kicks Mei Mei out of her house? Mei Mei can't face it. But when Mimi, the innocent cat who witnesses her crime, ends up being blamed, the guilt is too much! Mimi's accusing eyes follow Mei Mei until she just can't take it anymore, and the truth comes spilling out. With vibrant and moody cinematic illustrations and pitch-perfect pacing, X. Fang's newest picture book is filled to the brim with comedic drama and the comforting sweetness of a grandparent's forgiving hug."--
Date Published:2025

ALA Booklist. "Join Mei Mei on her hilarious and emotional journey in this dramatic and tenderhearted picture book about guilt and forgiveness, from the acclaimed creator of We Are Definitely Human. When Mei Mei accidentally breaks her ama's favorite cup, she's convinced it's the end of the world. What if Ama is angry? What if she yells? What if she kicks Mei Mei out of her house? Mei Mei can't face it. But when Mimi, the innocent cat who witnesses her crime, ends up being blamed, the guilt is too much! Mimi's accusing eyes follow Mei Mei until she just can't take it anymore, and the truth comes spilling out. With vibrant and moody cinematic illustrations and pitch-perfect pacing, X. Fang's newest picture book is filled to the brim with comedic drama and the comforting sweetness of a grandparent's forgiving hug."--

Date Published:2025

You are fierce : a book for the littlest BeyoncÃ© fans /

Odd Dot (Firm),


"An inspiring picture book for the littlest BeyoncÃ© fans"--
Date Published:2024

The night before Christmas

Moore, Clement Clarke, 1779-1863,


Featuring the text of the original 1823 poem. "Classic original text paired with modern art on Christmas Eve, a little girl is woken by the clatter of Santa's reindeer on her apartment building's roof. And so begins the treasured poem by Clement C. Moore and though the words are quite familiar, the art takes a fresh and modern approach to the family and setting. When jolly Saint Nick comes down her chimney, she and the other children in their apartment building get swept up in a Christmas adventure. Filled with enchanting and bright illustrations of a diverse community, readers will see themselves in this modern twist on a perennial tale. Destined to become a forever favorite, this is a holiday story readers will treasure for years to come!"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2025

Featuring the text of the original 1823 poem. "Classic original text paired with modern art on Christmas Eve, a little girl is woken by the clatter of Santa's reindeer on her apartment building's roof. And so begins the treasured poem by Clement C. Moore and though the words are quite familiar, the art takes a fresh and modern approach to the family and setting. When jolly Saint Nick comes down her chimney, she and the other children in their apartment building get swept up in a Christmas adventure. Filled with enchanting and bright illustrations of a diverse community, readers will see themselves in this modern twist on a perennial tale. Destined to become a forever favorite, this is a holiday story readers will treasure for years to come!"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2025

Bad Kitty goes to the beach

Bruel, Nick,


Kitty can think of a million other places she would rather be...her bed, the couch, the sofa--anything other than the awful beach.
Date Published:2025

Dragons : meet the legendary monsters of mythology /

Stevenson, Cait,


An epic guide to the history and mythology of dragons from around the world for fantasy-mad kids by medieval historian Cait Stevenson, perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon. For thousands of years humans have feared or revered dragons, be they winged fire-breathing monsters from Europe or slithering water gods from Asia. In this book, featuring beautiful illustrations courtesy of Cinthya Alvarez, readers will be charmed by ancient myths and learn about the cultures that gave birth to these legendary monsters. Includes the stories of: FÃ¡fnir, a dragon from Norse mythology whose greed gets the better of him; The female dragon-slayer from the Arabic folktales One Thousand and One Nights; Apophis, the dragon god of ancient Egyptian myth who stalks the underworld. Readers will also learn about the link between dragons and dinosaurs, meet real-life dragons such as Komodo dragons and bearded dragons, study dragon constellations, encounter the dragons of J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, and wonder at the popularity of games such as Dungeons and Dragons. It's everything kids who love dragons could ever want to know!
Date Published:2025

An epic guide to the history and mythology of dragons from around the world for fantasy-mad kids by medieval historian Cait Stevenson, perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon. For thousands of years humans have feared or revered dragons, be they winged fire-breathing monsters from Europe or slithering water gods from Asia. In this book, featuring beautiful illustrations courtesy of Cinthya Alvarez, readers will be charmed by ancient myths and learn about the cultures that gave birth to these legendary monsters. Includes the stories of: FÃ¡fnir, a dragon from Norse mythology whose greed gets the better of him; The female dragon-slayer from the Arabic folktales One Thousand and One Nights; Apophis, the dragon god of ancient Egyptian myth who stalks the underworld. Readers will also learn about the link between dragons and dinosaurs, meet real-life dragons such as Komodo dragons and bearded dragons, study dragon constellations, encounter the dragons of J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle Earth, and wonder at the popularity of games such as Dungeons and Dragons. It's everything kids who love dragons could ever want to know!

Date Published:2025

Hello Dog : a guide for humans /

Levine, Sara, (Veterinarian),


Text of the two versions printed back-to-back and inverted. This book offers advice to little humans and dogs on how to interact.
Date Published:2025

I'm a cloud

Kamphuis, Tjitske,


I'm a Cloud! On some days I look like a mountain. I'm enormous and I move sloooowly through the sky. . . Follow along as this friendly cloud shows you all the different ways they change throughout the days and seasons. From a fluffy cumulus to a wispy cirrus, pouring rain or pink under the light of the sunset--mesmerizing art perfectly captures the ways clouds are constantly transforming all around us, and helps readers learn the names of these distinct cloud types. Spare, yet informative, text makes I'm a Cloud the perfect primer for introducing little ones to the beauty of the natural world. Be prepared to want to go cloud gazing after this gorgeous read!
Date Published:2025

I'm a Cloud! On some days I look like a mountain. I'm enormous and I move sloooowly through the sky. . . Follow along as this friendly cloud shows you all the different ways they change throughout the days and seasons. From a fluffy cumulus to a wispy cirrus, pouring rain or pink under the light of the sunset--mesmerizing art perfectly captures the ways clouds are constantly transforming all around us, and helps readers learn the names of these distinct cloud types. Spare, yet informative, text makes I'm a Cloud the perfect primer for introducing little ones to the beauty of the natural world. Be prepared to want to go cloud gazing after this gorgeous read!

Date Published:2025

What fish are saying : strange sounds in the ocean /

Pendreigh, Kirsten,


"Did you know that fish grunt, shellfish crackle, and some sea creatures even burp and boop to communicate? Dive into a fascinating underwater adventure as one little shellfish guides readers through the surprisingly loud world beneath the waves"--
Date Published:2025

Sweet babe! : a Jewish grandma kvells /

Rosenthal, Robin, (Illustrator),


Look at this baby . . . what a genius! And such a shayne punim, too! From the top of baby's adorable head to the tips of their toes, there's nothing for a grandma not to adore in her little bubbeleh. Sweet Babe takes babies and their bubbies, not to mention grandparents of every stripe, on a delightful read-aloud journey that practically cries out for frequent cheek-squishing and keppie (head)-kissing in this irresistible celebration of the connection between grandparent and grandchild, and of Jewish joy through the generations.
Date Published:2025

Look at this baby . . . what a genius! And such a shayne punim, too! From the top of baby's adorable head to the tips of their toes, there's nothing for a grandma not to adore in her little bubbeleh. Sweet Babe takes babies and their bubbies, not to mention grandparents of every stripe, on a delightful read-aloud journey that practically cries out for frequent cheek-squishing and keppie (head)-kissing in this irresistible celebration of the connection between grandparent and grandchild, and of Jewish joy through the generations.

Date Published:2025

Sundust

PeÃ±a, Zeke, 1983-,


"A look at the author's hometown of El Paso, where the sun reigns over the vast desert and shapes all that it touches"--
Date Published:2025

Me & Lavender

Peugh, Melody C.,


When Lavender the elephant drops into Ella's bedroom to play, Ella is ready for fun - until she remembers that they need to stay tidy for Mommy's afternoon tea party. But quiet activities soon escalate to exciting ones, ending in a magnificent mud-pie mess! Will the playful pair get clean in time for tea? Remniscent of Christopher Robin and Pooh, Ella and Lavender's whimsical antics and loving bond celebrate the joy of pretending.-inner flap.
Date Published:2025

When Lavender the elephant drops into Ella's bedroom to play, Ella is ready for fun - until she remembers that they need to stay tidy for Mommy's afternoon tea party. But quiet activities soon escalate to exciting ones, ending in a magnificent mud-pie mess! Will the playful pair get clean in time for tea? Remniscent of Christopher Robin and Pooh, Ella and Lavender's whimsical antics and loving bond celebrate the joy of pretending.-inner flap.

Date Published:2025

Legendary cakes

Greene, Kerisa,


"A story of TÃ©Ìét, the Vietnamese New Year"--Cover. "Spring is almost here, and TÃ©Ìét is even closer. A celebration for the first morning of the first day of the new year. It's almost time for TÃ©Ìét, the Vietnamese New Year, which for two excited siblings means a sleepover at their BÃ 's house, where she will teach them to make bÃ¡nh chung, the traditional New Year cakes. When the cakes take forever to steam and the boredom starts to set in, BÃ begins to tell the thrilling tale of an ancient prince, a contest, and how bÃ¡nh chung came to be. Legendary Cakes is a mouthwatering celebration of how food, stories, and holidays keep cultures alive for the future generations." --
Date Published:2025

"A story of TÃ©Ìét, the Vietnamese New Year"--Cover. "Spring is almost here, and TÃ©Ìét is even closer. A celebration for the first morning of the first day of the new year. It's almost time for TÃ©Ìét, the Vietnamese New Year, which for two excited siblings means a sleepover at their BÃ 's house, where she will teach them to make bÃ¡nh chung, the traditional New Year cakes. When the cakes take forever to steam and the boredom starts to set in, BÃ begins to tell the thrilling tale of an ancient prince, a contest, and how bÃ¡nh chung came to be. Legendary Cakes is a mouthwatering celebration of how food, stories, and holidays keep cultures alive for the future generations." --

Date Published:2025