Picture Books
Grandad's pride
Harry Woodgate
jE Woodgate
Picture Books, LGBTQ+, Diverse Characters, Kids
"After Milly discovers a pride flag in Grandad's attic, this adorable pair are motivated by the past to start a pride parade in their small town. Activism and celebration go hand in hand as the town gathers to help build a world where everyone is proud to be themselves"--
The moon tonight : our moon's journey around earth
Chang-hoon Jung
j523.3 Jung
Picture Books, Nonfiction, Science, Nature
"Astronomer Jung Chang-hoon provides easy-to-follow scientific explanations of first- and last-quarter Moons, ebb and flow tides, where the new Moon goes, and more."--
Another new picture book nonfiction title! "The Moon Tonight" is gorgeously illustrated, and the breadth of information is perfect for sharing with younger elementary students. I'm excited to try the included science experiment at home as well! Don't miss this title if you like creative nonfiction or have a little one interested in celestial bodies. -Casey
Bathe the cat
McGinty, Alice B., 1963- author.
jE McGinty
Picture Books
Dad has posted a list of chores for the family to do before grandma comes, including bathing the cat; but the cat does not want a bath, so she mixes up the instructions, and soon the family is mowing the floor, vacuuming the lawn, mopping the baby--and the house is in chaos.
Bathe The Cat is one of the best read alouds from the last few years! It's just too funny. -Casey
Grandad's pride
Woodgate, Harry
jE/Woodgate
Picture Books
After Milly discovers a pride flag in Grandad's attic, this adorable pair are motivated by the past to start a pride parade in their small town. Activism and celebration go hand in hand as the town gathers to help build a world where everyone is proud to be themselves
The much-anticipated follow-up to Grandad's Camper! I can't wait to see this one. -Casey
Over the shop
Lawson, JonArno, author.
jE Lawson
Picture Books
"A lonely little girl and her grandparent need to fill the run-down apartment in their building. But taking over the quarters above their store will mean major renovations for the new occupants, and none of the potential renters can envision the possibilities of the space--until one special couple shows up. With their ingenuity, the little girl's big heart, and heaps of hard work, the desperate fixer-upper begins to change in lovely and surprising ways"--Provided by publisher.
I love wordless titles, and this one shines! -Casey
What are your words? : a book about pronouns
Locke, Katherine, author.
jE Locke
Picture Books
Ari knows a lot of words for neighbors, including the pronouns each prefers, and with help from Uncle Lior, who always asks "What are your words," figures out which pronouns--and other words--fit best today.
Added by Casey
If you're a drag queen and you know it
Lil Miss Hot Mess, author.
jE Lil
Picture Books
Drag queens sing verses of this popular song that encourages everyone to express their fabulousness by singing, posing, and twirling along.
This is an ICPL storytime favorite! -Casey
Kapaemahu
Wong-Kalu, Hinaleimoana, author.
jE Wong-Kalu
Picture Books
An Indigenous legend about how four extraordinary individuals of dual male and female spirit, or Mahu, brought healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii.
Added by Casey
Sam is my sister
Rhodes-Courter, Ashley, 1985- author.
jE Rhodes-Courter
Picture Books
Evan, Sam, and Finn fish, climb trees, and play astronauts together, but when Sam wants to have long hair and wear dresses, Evan is confused until he learns what it means to be transgender.
Added by Casey
Calvin
Ford, Ronald Martin, Jr., author.
jE Ford
Picture Books
"A transgender boy prepares for the first day of school and introduces himself to his family and friends for the first time"--
Added by Casey
Harry Woodgate continues the story of Grandad's Camper in their second picture, Grandad's Pride. Grandad and Milly are back for another adventure, this time honoring the past and celebrating the future with a pride parade in their community. Woodgate's artwork is vibrant and colorful, making the characters bright and heartwarming. -Angie