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Author
Publisher
First Second, an imprint of Roaring Book Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Little Goldie is an expert on grandchilding. She knows that grandparents are special creatures who thrive in a structured environment, need plenty of opportunities for imaginative play, love having dance parties, and will never turn down a cuddle. When it comes to the care and feeding of her beloved Grandpa, Goldie knows her stuff. And, as readers will discover, Grandpa knows a thing or two about grandchildren, too. The beloved author (with his three...
Author
Publisher
Tate Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
An introspective fairy tale that prompts the reader to consider their connection and place in the world. Once upon a time in Persia, there was a woman who had never seen her reflection. On her wedding day, she sees herself in a mirror for the first time and does not recognize herself. Heartbroken, she runs away, mistakenly believing another bride has taken her place. Her love desperately follows her, trying to persuade her that the reflection she...
Publisher
Little Brown
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"Heroes, giants, wizards, true love. Celebrate the beloved film with this charming board book that fans will want to share with the youngest readers. There are 6 fingers on the Count's right hand, 3 outlaws on a mission, 2 destined lovers, and 1 unforgettable story that brings them all together. Illustrated with vibrant art, this adorable book is the ultimate gift for fans of The Princess Bride to share with the toddlers in their life or give as a...
Author
Publisher
Phaidon Press Limited
Language
English
Description
Expertly whimsical illustrations accompany this rhyming celebration of the printed book, and the attachment many of us all feel to our very favourites. The imaginative humour is balanced by earnest devotion, traits to which the young audience will relate. A sure-to-be favourite, this title will draw giggles and snuggles ... with the book itself!
Publisher
Faber & Faber
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Anna Wright has rapidly developed a following across the UK for her print, collage work and paintings, following in the footsteps of Emma Bridgewater, Tricia Guild and Liberty as she takes her designs across stationery and homeware. She is now embarking on her third picture book for children. Anna brings humour, beauty and sophistication to this perennially popular Christmas hymn, with her signature style. Exquisitely rendered in pen, ink, watercolour...
Author
Publisher
Simply Read Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Everyone in the ocean can make music, except for Wendell the Narwhal. His big, pointy horn can't go "pop" or "clappy clap clap" or even "whoosh". Will Wendell find a way to join in with symphony of sea creatures?
Wendell the narwhal wants to make music like the rest of the animals in the ocean, but he is unable to. Wendell does find a way to join the others with the help of a jellyfish.
11) Cowy Cow
Author
Series
Publisher
Abrams Appleseed
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Cowy Cow has so many ideas! In fact, she has one hundred of them: green is the best colour ever; chewed grass tastes like a cookie...and 98 others (that remain unmentioned)! The unexpectedness of this stationary cow waxing philosophical tickles and inspires. Chris Raschka's award-winning art style and unrivaled wit is sure to charm readers of all ages.
12) Monster clothes
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Monstrously funny clothes combinations to delight little monsters everywhere! When monsters get up in the morning, they have to find something to wear. Simon wears socks, Darrell puts on a dress and Terrence tries on a tomato. Meanwhile, Cassie is wearing cars and Lester has the latest fashion - leaves! Daisy's adorable, cheeky little monsters try all sorts of hilarious combinations of clothes that little children won't be able to resist!
14) Daddy's sandwich
Author
Publisher
Faber and Faber
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things ...?" Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not ... You're in for a wicked surprise! From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny and charming picture book.
15) I can do it too!
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
2010.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Supported by her family, an African American girl is self confident about what she can do and in turn supports a younger family member. On board pages.
Author
Publisher
Tiny Owl Publishing Ltd
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Beautifully illustrated by Hoda Haddadi, this book follows a family of five siblings as they imagine what their new baby brother will be like. Will he be a scientist or dreamer? A pirate or an artist? Each child projects their own ideas and fantasies onto the new baby. All they know is that he'll be just like them! But they are in for a bit of a surprise ... A beautiful picture book that celebrates individuality and imagination. Additional ideas...
17) Big and little
Author
Publisher
Clavis Publishing Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Big Raccoon and Little Raccoon love each other very much. They come across a snail trying to climb a rock, wanting to 'get to the other side.' Little Raccoon wants to wait for it and Big Raccoon doesn't. The disagreement over what happens next pulls both raccoons apart, only for them to come back together to a stronger friendship. A touching book about learning when to help friends and when to let them do things on their own. For friends big and...
18) All sorts
Author
Publisher
Flying Eye Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
When Frankie begins sorting out her toy box, she decides not to stop there. She organises her bedroom, her classroom . . . even the garden! "Perhaps people can be organised too?" she wonders. But how? Frankie quickly realises that the variety and diversity of life on Earth is perhaps what makes it the most beautiful of all! In a world of endless colours, sizes, and shapes, it's easy to get a little dizzy. But can there ever be order amid the chaos?...
Author
Publisher
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Pub. Date
©2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
To rescue Rapunzel from her tower, a prince yells for her to throw down her hair; but being too far away to hear clearly, she tosses out various items from her room, including her maid.
Author
Publisher
EK Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
This is My Dad, The perfect dad isn't always a father. Leo lives with his monster-battling, world creating, children's author mother, and has never known a father figure. So when his teacher announces Tell Us About Your Dad Day, Leo's tummy flip-flops; he worries that he won't have anything to present to his class. Then he remembers that he already knows someone cool, courageous and clever - someone who's not his dad, but is his everything. A heart-warming...
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