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Harriet Hound
An amiable chapter book that illuminates the daily life of a child on the autism spectrum while providing information on dogs. An unnecessary fantasy element adds little to the storytelling.
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Bulldozer’s Big Rescue
A touching story of overcoming social fears, perfect for early chapter book readers or those younger to read with a loved one.
A relatable story for young readers on the ups and downs of friendship in elementary school.
A fast-paced adventure for confident readers willing to tackle unfamiliar words.
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Lucy Lancaster Has a Secret
Early readers will be looking forward to reading Lucy’s next adventure.
A chapter book about friendship and SEL that will be a great fit for children’s collections.
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Spring Fever! (Disney Stitch)
Nothing groundbreaking, but fans of the movie will forgive the formulaic plot.
A day with forest friends is a day well spent; put this on the “baby’s first nature encounters” shelf and mingle with more fanciful titles on the subject.
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Three City Kitties
Children will delight in looking for small details, particularly in the wordless spreads, of this lively story with special appeal to cat lovers.
A strong choice for elementary libraries needing books about emotions and goal-setting.
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Doctor Fairytale
Friends of fairy tales will enjoy reading this book aloud and exploring a familiar but somewhat modernized fairyland.
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Millie Magnus Won’t Be Bullied
A cute social-emotional read for kiddos. Pair with Doreen Cronin’s “Chicken Squad” series for more lively fun.
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The Band in Our Basement
A lovely purchase, this warm bedtime story is laced with love of music and close family feelings.
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Milo the Knight
A sweet tale about overcoming fears that uniquely merges the insect and medieval worlds. Recommended for picture book collections.
A sensitive portrayal of a family working through grief together. A must-have for every library.
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Vanishing Act
Compelling as this is in concept, it misses the mark and is not recommended for purchase.
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A Face Is a Poem
A thought-provoking and beautiful discussion about what makes up a face, but an optional purchase for most libraries.
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A Voice in the Storm
Highly recommended; this is a compassionate look at how to support a friend overwhelmed by emotions.
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Like This
This sweet and charming book shows children how to connect emotions and memories through simple, repetitive language and softly colored illustrations.
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The Sorry Seeds
A story with a clear message about owning up to one’s mistakes that is sure to inspire discussion.
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Chloe and the Fireflies
This hopeful work on a subject treated all too infrequently in picture books would be a sensitive and welcome addition to any library.
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Leo and the Pink Marker
A wonderful book that showcases what the imagination can do, and to shelve right next to Crockett Johnson’s original.
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Brown Girl, Brown Girl
This gorgeously illustrated poem celebrating and elevating brown girls is a solid choice for picture book collections.
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Hummingbird/Aamo-binashee
A stunning book, this may have difficulty finding the right audience; a limited first buy.
A lively look at opposites that is a useful teaching tool and an examination of the many animals in a busy forest. A recommended purchase.
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Four Fallen Eagles
In charming and expressive imagery, readers will find a journey that requires courage, reasoning, and newfound maturity. A worthwhile purchase.
A breathtaking trip through one boy’s imagination, this beautiful picture book is highly recommended for school and public libraries.
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Emilio Sloth’s Modern Manners
A gentle reminder that everyone possesses the golden commodity of time when it comes to showing courtesy, compassion, and care for others.
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Alpacas Make Terrible Librarians
A twist on the animal-in-the-library story that is both perfect nonsense and informative.
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The Spark in Me
A great introduction to the wonderful world of science, this book can be used across many grade levels.
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Vietnamese Folktales for Children: Stories of Adventure and Wonder in Vietnamese and English
Recommended for communities with Vietnamese families and for building out collections of folktales from the world.
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Challah, Challah for You and Me
A quick yet joyous read, this is a sweet addition to libraries looking to expand any inclusive picture book section.
This combination of cheerful drawings and omniscient narrative, plus joyful dogs, will appeal to young readers. The book works for both story time or independent reading. A strong first buy.
A starter kit for teaching emotions, but likely an additional purchase.
Give to early readers who prefer their books with as gentle drama as possible.
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Mouse and Mole: A Fresh Start
Give to early readers who prefer their books with as gentle drama as possible.
This is a lovely depiction of a parent sharing their culture with their child in a way that will feel refreshingly new and happily familiar.
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When Dogs Work
Covering a wide spectrum of the roles dogs play in our world, this board book will engage young readers and help them develop an appreciation for the amazing canines in our world.
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All the Books
A charming introduction to libraries but a missed opportunity for deeper explorations.
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I Can Help in the Neighborhood
A simple but winning story of cooperation, kindness, and the importance of being willing to lend a paw.
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The Teeny-Weeny Unicorn
This book will be a hit with most elementary students for the story, but there are also SEL connections relating to self-esteem and equity topics.
This delightful picture book allows Indigenous children to connect with and feel pride in the abundance of powwow participation, and gives all readers a great counting book full of cultural imagery.
For the construction shelf, for story hours, for busy toddlers to pore over, this is one rescue that everyone will want in on.
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The Last Tamale
A beautiful love letter to Latinx culture celebrating the importance of family culinary traditions.
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The Zoo Inside Me
A conversation starter, this picture book gives the very young a vocabulary for discussing feelings and would be a good addition to the SEL shelves.
Jump into a new adventure learning Spanish and English vocabulary at with this all-ages resource.
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The Mightiest Bite
This is an interesting and humorous book with vivid colors and interesting pictures. A great choice for any library.
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Say Cheese
Order this fun friendship story for libraries where the previous installments circulate well.
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A Day with Mousse
A pleasing picture book with a chapter book format that will be a nice addition to most collections.
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Chasing the Shy Town
This book is entertaining, full of adventure, and one that will hook readers from the first few chapters.
An exciting and engaging series of journeys set in the universe of a popular video game, this will appeal to new and existing fans of the franchise.
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Finnegan Fox
A welcome addition for younger readers, who may be just beginning to understand that everyone is ready for new things, but on their own timetables.
This charming board book introduces basic facts about the moon in a fun and appealing way and will find a home in most collections.
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The Night Before the New Baby
The story does not cover any new ground but may be useful for libraries needing additional titles on the subject of new siblings.
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Razzle Dazzle: An Acorn Book
A winning title that both fans of the series and those just discovering Unicorn and Yeti for the first time will enjoy.
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Neat Nick’s Big Mess
A gentle reminder that sometimes the messiest moments bring the greatest happiness. With its relatable themes, vibrant illustrations, and engaging narrative, this book is a perfect addition to any child’s bookshelf.
There will be much demand for this title, especially in libraries with a Ms. Rachel following. Recommended for early childhood shelves.
Even though trucks are a popular topic among toddlers, this one is optional.
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Bookie and Cookie
These characters will charm kids in both languages; a good purchase for picture book collections.
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Bookie y Cookie
These characters will charm kids in both languages; a good purchase for picture book collections.
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The Good Night Truck
Even though trucks are a popular topic among toddlers, this one is optional.
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Earth Song
Aim this at toddlers, underserved in science topics, otherwise there are other books on the planet’s rotation and revolution.
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Goodnight School
A lovely tale of all the wonderful parts of a school getting much-deserved rest for a fun, new day with students.
An excellent choice for young readers to help ease the transition into preschool.
Exploring the sky by both day and night, this is a novel approach to learning about the interdisciplinary aspects of the world above that would be a welcome addition to science classrooms.
A marvelous primer for learning about nature and developing curiosity about the natural world in a playful way.
An interactive aquatic story that folds in environmentalist themes in a fresh way for early readers.
This strong SEL title is a perfect addition to any library with dinosaur lovers and children who are new to the school environment.
A lovely back-to-school story that a growing number of children will find relatable and that will encourage empathy in others.
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Archie & Pip First Day of School
A solid addition to any library’s school-themed picture book collection.
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Welcome to Unicorn School
A sweet reminder that although school might initially appear to be challenging, with the support of parents and friends, learning will be fun.
A first purchase. This is a great title for sharing with children to encourage vocalization of feelings, especially those related to the experience of going to school for the first time.
A sweet and useful way to empower young readers to have ownership over the supplies that will help them reach their dreams.
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Monsters at School
A lively read-aloud for preschool classrooms or home, with detailed illustrations that beg for close examination.
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Creature Powers: The Biggest!
Developing readers will enjoy the spreads, short sentences, and the Kratts, making this a good choice for early reader shelves.
Update or add to early reader paperback collections with this LEGO double feature.
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Ava Lin, Best Friend!
This sweet friendship story from the perspective of an enthusiastic first grader is a must for most libraries.
A thematically unique nursery rhyme board book to add to bilingual collections. Recommended.
This highly recommended book stands out not only for its unique focus on fishing but also for its excellent writing and design. It’s a valuable addition to any collection, not just for its rarity, but because it is truly outstanding.
A perfect choice for homeschooling, programming, boredom busters, and all-out fun.
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Rainbow Science: Discover How Rainbows Are Made, with 23 Fun Experiments & Colorful Activities!
A recommended purchase for younger readers learning about the science of rainbows from an interactive book.
Purchase this educational and beautiful series where nature programs and field exploration are popular and where there’s a need for more artistic nature guides.
A respectful, nicely paced early reader, and a natural fit for elementary school libraries.
This book validates feelings that many children experience and reassures with simple solutions.
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