Animals
Do you see the tiger?
Ardagh, Philip, author.
jE Ardagh
Kids, Picture Books, Animals, Poetry
"One rainy night, Penny and her daddy take an underground train packed with passengers. As they stand in the crowded car, Penny can't believe what she's seeing. A tiger's tail? A tiger's paw! No, that's just a person with a striped glove, assures Daddy. But when they find a seat and Penny has a clearer view, there's no mistaking the tiger's foot poking out from under a pant leg. And when this extraordinary tiger makes a sudden, marvelous leap across the floor to rescue a baby's fallen teddy, Penny can't help but join in the action!"--
Smelly Peggy
Stephens, Helen, 1972- author, illustrator.
jE Stephens
Kids, Picture Books, Animals
Meet Peggy--a very naughty dog who gets into a lot of trouble. Some of the things she loves doing: leaping on the bed in the morning and sticking her hairy bottom in Dad's face. Sweeping her human family off their feet with her favorite sticks. And most of all, rolling in everything stinky and smelly she can find! And that's not even the naughtiest thing she does . . . But do you think her family loves her anyway?
Pet owners will delight in this one. Smelly Peggy is hilarious and sweet! -Casey
Bert, the bowerbird : the small bird with a big heart
Donaldson, Julia, author.
jE Donaldso
Kids, Picture Books, Animals, Nature
Bert the bowerbird is looking for love. He has made the most perfect bower, complete with a pretty purple flower, and he is hoping it will help him to meet the bird of his dreams.
Bert is the cutest little bowerbird ever! -Casey
Cranky, crabby crow (saves the world)
Tabor, Corey R., author, illustrator.
jE Tabor
Kids, Picture Books, Animals
"All the animals think Crow is just cranky, but there's more to his actions than meets the eye"--
Caw? Caw! -Casey
Bunny made tea
Baehr Fuller, Amanda, author, illustrator.
jE Baehrful
Kids, Picture Books, Animals
"On a soggy spring morning, introverted Bunny just wants to brew their favorite tea and have a peaceful sip. When they are visited by an unexpected guest, Bunny kindly pours their tea for Opossum--but there is only enough for a single cup."--
I love this picture book about a benevolent tea making rabbit. It's also proof that we need more picture books featuring adorable opossums! -Casey
Birds of prey of the Midwest
Stan, Tekiela
598.90977 /Tekiela
Nonfiction, Animals, Nature
Learn to identify raptors, and make bird-watching even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous field guide, bird identification is simple and informative. This book features 34 species―including every species of raptor found in the Midwest. For ease of use, the guide is organized by group: hawks, eagles, falcons, kites, vultures, and owls. So when you see a bird of prey, you can determine its group by common visual characteristics. Then turn to the corresponding section to find out what it is! Book Features: Only Midwestern birds of prey: every raptor species found in the Midwest Organized for efficient use: species organized by group, then size from smallest to largest Fact-filled information: accessible for beginners but informative for more experienced birders Stunning photos: professional-quality sharpness and detail Stan’s Notes: naturalist information and interesting facts not found in other guides Quick-Compare section: sketches, silhouettes, and photos for side-by-side comparisons
It is almost June and we are entering prime hiking and nature walk season. Whether it's a stroll along the paths at Terry Trueblood or a secluded trek through local preserves or parks, keep an ear out for the birdsongs that carry you along. And keep an eye out for birds of prey. This pocket-sized field guide will be your best friend when your smartphone signal is weak. I even wish I had something like this while at the dog park sometimes. Is that a Cooper's Hawk or a Merlin? With this book, I can find out. -Melody
Moon bear
Clare Helen Welsh
jE Welsh
Fantasy, Graphic Novels, Picture Books, Animals, Art / Art History
"In this enchantingly illustrated, almost wordless picture book, a story of courage and creativity unfolds when a girl who is afraid of the dark meets a magical moon bear who is afraid of the light."
This ursa is majorly gorgeous! Carolina T. Godina's picture book illustrator debut is a stunner. -Casey
Mornings without Mii
Inaba, Mayumi, 1950-2014, author.
ON ORDER BOOK
Nonfiction, Animals, Literary Nonfiction, Memoir
"A beloved Japanese modern classic that chronicles the author's twenty-year bond with her cat, meditating on solitude, independence, and the writing life"--
One review states that this book is a "striking evocation of the way we meld our lives and hearts with a beloved creature" while another says that it's "a must-read for pet lovers with sturdy hearts." You've been warned. -Candice
We leap together
Christopher Silas Neal
jE Neal
Kids, Picture Books, Nonfiction, Animals, Nature
"An awe-inspiring nonfiction picture book, perfect for animal lovers, that reveals how a mama whale and a mama person care for their young in remarkably similar ways, from the illustrator of Over and Under the Snow. A little boy and his mother set off on a day trip, meanwhile, a mama whale and her calf swim towards the bay. On the way, both sing, blow bubbles, get lost--and found! Through it all, mama always stays close. The human pair board a sightseeing boat, and as the whales reach the harbor, they all converge in one spectacular scene! With lyrical text and absolutely magnificent art, here's a book that celebrates our connection to animals, and to each other"--
Beautiful illustrations and minimal text make for perfect storytime sharing! Curious readers will find backmatter that sheds more light on the comparison Neal draws between humans and whales. -Casey
Don't trust fish
Neil Sharpson
jE Sharpson
Picture Books, Animals
Why, dear reader, must you NEVER EVER trust fish? 1) They spend all their time in the water where we can't see them. 2) Some are as big as a bus--that is not okay. 3) We don't know what they're teaching in their "schools." 4) They are likely plotting our doom. This nature-guide-gone-wrong is a hilarious, off-the-rails exploration of the seemingly innocent animals that live in the water.
This book is a riot- the perfect balance of fun fish facts, dead-pan comedy and a subtle crab protagonist. I read this at impromptu storytimes for everyone in my house, including visitors, and it received rave reviews from adults, kids and teens alike. Maybe don't trust fish, but definitely don't miss this picture book! -Victoria
Wonderful rhyming and rhythm, incredibly expressive illustrations, and a mysterious tiger make for perfect storytime reading. I can't wait to share this one out loud! -Casey