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Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Little Crab and Very Big Crab live in a tiny rock pool near the sea. Today they're going for a dip in the big ocean. 'This is going to be so great,' says Little Crab, splish-splashing and squelch-squelching along, all the way to the very edge. Then comes a first glance down at the waves. WHOOSH! Maybe it's better if they don't go in? With vivid colors, bold shapes, and his trademark visual humor, Chris Haughton shows that sometimes a gentle 'don't...
Author
Publisher
Orchard Books, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Reassuring text and lighthearted illustrations combine in the story of an anxiety-prone little dinosaur whose plans for a special picnic are complicated by fears about what could go wrong, before a little support from a loved one helps him find ways to soothe his butterflies.
Author
Publisher
The Collective Book Studio
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Tali longs to play like the other kids as they tumble and swing at the park, the gymnastics studio, and the aikido dojo, but her fears hold her back. In her dreams, she can soar, but when she wakes up in the morning, she's still scared. Until one night, a surprise guest flies into her dreams and teaches her how to make them a reality. Filled with beautiful, evocative illustrations and honest prose, Tali and the Toucan is for any child (or parent)...
Author
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
The unicorn smells nice, but she is very rude. She never waits for an invitation to come over--she walks right in and tracks heart-shaped hoof-prints across the carpet. She sits in Elizabeth's chair and makes a complete mess of the house. She even sleeps in Elizabeth's bed. When the unicorn comes to dinner, is there even room for Elizabeth?
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Lola Reyes doesn't want to leave Guatemala, a place full of warmth and sun, laughter and music -- where her abuela and prima and tíos and tías surround her with love. Back in Sunnyside, it's cold. There's schoolwork and chores. And her mama transforms into Lola's super-serious school principal, Dr. Reyes. Back at home... Lola can see, crystal clear, the empty place where Pop used to be. So Lola decides to bring a little bit of Guatemala -- and Pop...
10) Will it be okay?
Author
Publisher
Cameron Kids
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
In this beautiful new edition of a timeless picture book classic, a child asks, Will it be okay? A mother comforts a child about her special fears concerning a thunderstorm, the weather and gardening, a bee sting, having powerful feelings, and losing a loved one.
Author
Publisher
Balzer + Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
At bedtime, when lights go outsometimes thoughts stay on. Scary things and worries flutter and flap around. It's so hard to sleep! But a little imagination (and a lot of love) can create a cozy nest for happy thoughts-and sweet dreams for little ones.
12) The drama llama
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Alex Allen, like lots of children, sometimes worries about things--like dancing badly or getting an answer wrong in class. But unlike lots of children, every time he worries a real-life llama appears! And the more Alex worries, the bigger Llama grows...which starts getting him into all sorts of trouble. Will Alex ever learn how to control his worries and get rid of this pesky llama?"--
Author
Publisher
Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Exploring the day-to-day life of a young Black child and her family, this lyrical picture book centers around Olivia, who, worrying about her father while he's at work, anxiously awaits his return, knowing that when he gets home, the evening will be full of love and fun.
15) Moon camp
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"What if summer camp was in outer space? Summer is here! But Jake doesn't want to go to summer camp. Even if camp is on the moon. Sure enough, he gets lost during the nature hike, his air canoe springs a leak, there's scary noises at night, and he's pretty sure he's allergic to moon dust. The worst part? He misses home. But then Sam arrives and maybe Moon Camp isn't so bad after all? Full of out-of-this-world humor, Moon Camp is a celebration of new...
17) What if, Pig?
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Pig is so incredibly kind and fabulously fun, but he also has a big secret--he's a tremendous worrier! When Pig gets the brilliant idea to throw a party for Mouse and their friends, he can't help but think of everything that could possibly go wrong. After all, what if a lion eats all the invitations? What if nobody comes? or wor¡se, what if everyone comes and has an awful time?"--
20) Umbrella summer
Author
Publisher
Laura Geringer Books
Pub. Date
c2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Description
After her brother Jared dies, ten-year-old Annie worries about the hidden dangers of everything, from bug bites to bicycle riding, until she is befriended by a new neighbor who is grieving her own loss.
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