Picture Books
When we are kind
Monique Gray Smith
ON ORDER BOOK
Picture Books, Read Woke
"This beautiful picture book looks at how the simple act of being kind, to others and oneself, affects all aspects of a child's life."--
Five on the bed
Addie K. Boswell
ON ORDER BOOK
Picture Books
A young girl, her parents, and their dog and cat appear on, under, and next to the bed as they all get ready to sleep in this counting book featuring cut paper illustrations.
Just look at that cover! I'm really looking forward to using this one in storytimes. -Casey
Our subway baby
Peter Mercurio
jE Mercurio
Read Woke, LGBTQ+, Picture Books, Nonfiction
"Written in direct address to the author's son Kevin, this is the moving and poignant true story about how one baby was adopted after being found on a New York City subway platform"-- Provided by publisher.
I loved this winter story about finding family in unexpected places. Its message is really beautiful, and I'm looking forward to sharing it as a lap read at home. -Casey
The shortest day
Susan Cooper
jE Cooper
Picture Books
A celebration of the winter solstice and the Yuletide season. As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again. Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper's poem "The Shortest Day" captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before-- and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illustrated by Carson Ellis with a universality that spans the centuries, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth. Welcome Yule!
I love this poem, and Carson Ellis's art is the perfect pairing! -Casey
I Am Enough
Grace Byers
jE Byers
Picture Books
Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another.
One of the greatest gifts you can give this holiday season and every other season- self love! Ages 4+ -Victoria
The Wall in the Middle of the Book
Jon Agee
jE Agee
Picture Books
A knight who feels secure on his side of the wall that divides his book discovers that his side is not as safe as he thought, and the other side is not as threatening.
A great book about perspective. Ages 4+ -Victoria
What We'll Build : Plans for our Together Future
Oliver Jeffers
jE Jeffers
Picture Books
A father and his young daughter gather their tools and begin building a future where love can be set aside until it is needed, enemies become friends, and exploration is key.
Beautiful rhyming story and illustrations that is an ode to your children and the relationships you can build with them. Ages 4+ -Victoria
The Princess and the Pony
Kate Beaton
jE Beaton
Picture Books
Princess Pinecone would like a real war horse for her birthday, instead of which she gets a plump, cute pony--but sometimes cuteness can be a kind of weapon, especially in a fight with dodgeballs and spitballs and hairballs and squareballs.
Sometimes we don't quite get the gifts we ask for, but we make the most of it and we're thankful anyway, right? Hilarious book! Age 4+ -Victoria
Sparky!
Jenny Offill
jE Offill
Picture Books
A child takes a sloth named Sparky as a pet.
A great read for anyone who has ever begged their grown-ups for a pet. Ages 4+ -Victoria
Penguin problems
Jory John
jE John
Picture Books
"A penguin whines about the uncontrollable problems in his life."--
You think you have problems? At least you don't live in Antarctica, have natural predators, or have problems finding your Mother among a slew of penguins who look just like her. A funny take on life from a penguin. Ages 3+ -Victoria
Yet another that I can't wait to use in storytimes. Monique Gray Smith's books are wonderful and I bet this is no exception. -Casey