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The Lost Package
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Richard Ho
Shauna
, March 04, 2021
This book, like its titular cardboard traveler, is filled with hope. Recommended for anyone who has waited all day for the postman to bring something special.
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This Is a Seahorse
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Cassandra Federman
Shauna
, September 08, 2020
A (sea)worthy follow-up to Federman's THIS IS A SEA COW. THIS IS A SEAHORSE follows the same formula of a kid's imaginative report on a sea creature being corrected by its subject, but keeps it fresh. SEAHORSE is every bit as fun and educational a character as the manatee is. I wonder if sea bear, who makes an appearance near the end of the book, could be next?
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Red Rover: Curiosity on Mars
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Richard Ho and Katherine Roy
Shauna
, November 02, 2019
Let’s go to Mars! Richard Ho’s non-fiction picture book about the Curiosity Rover is told from the red planet’s point of view. The narrative is simple enough for younger picture book reader to understand, and there’s plenty of back matter for kids wanting to dig deeper. I love how Ho approaches science with such a strong sense of wonder and playfulness. Highly recommended for space-minded kids and grown-ups
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Queen of Physics How Wu Chien Shiung Helped Unlock the Secrets of the Atom
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Teresa Robeson
Shauna
, October 09, 2019
There’s nothing like a picture book biography to introduce young readers (or any readers!) to a new hero. Wu Chien Shiung was a brilliant young girl at a time when that wasn’t always appreciated. Her parents encouraged her to pursue her scientific studies anyway. She grew up to face even more prejudice as a Chinese woman in the US. I love how Robeson points out the physicist’s sadness, disappointment, and discouragement…and the fact that she didn’t let those things get in the way of her passion. A fantastic bio about a woman in STEM and her family’s love.
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Just So Willow
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Sara Shacter
Shauna
, October 01, 2019
Oh, Willow! This particular polar bear likes things Just So. (She irons her underwear — that should tell you much of what you need to know about her!) When Willow’s desire to keep everything tidy and perfect might prevent her from having winter fun with her neighbors, she finds a way to loosen up a bit without being untrue to her just-so self. Cute and cartoony illustrations add whimsy to an already fun story. Shacter clearly understands Willow-like kids — I know they’ll love this story, too. (Bonus: the sparkles on the cover are mesmerizing.)
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The End of Something Wonderful: A Practical Guide to a Backyard Funeral
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Stephanie V. W. Lucianovic and George Ermos
Shauna
, September 10, 2019
Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic tells it like it is in THE END OF SOMETHING WONDERFUL. No euphemisms, no sugarcoating. It's an irreverent look at life, death, and the practicality of what comes next. It's also full of humor heart, and that's something wonderful in and of itself. George Ermos keeps things wry with his digital illustrations. (The page about choosing a box just about killed me. Pun intended.)
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Wait, Rest, Pause: Dormancy in Nature
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Marcie Flinchum Atkins
Shauna
, September 07, 2019
I wish that beautiful poetic nonfiction such as WAIT, REST, PAUSE had been around when I was a young reader. This book pairs stunning photographs with perfectly-chosen words to introduce the concept of dormancy in nature, presenting the same facts you might find in a more traditional non-fiction book in a lovely and unforgettable way.
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This Is a Sea Cow
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Cassandra Federman
Shauna
, September 07, 2019
THIS IS A SEACOW swims somewhere at the intersection of non-fiction and metafiction. The super-cute title character just can't stay quiet about the less-than-flattering school report she's been drawn into. I love the design of this book. The kid handwriting style lettering is legible yet believable, and the school supply collage elements take the reader right to a creative kid's workspace. Plus, there are plenty of facts for manatee lovers of all ages. (Armpit milk? Who knew?!?)
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Brave Molly
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Brooke Boynton Hughes
Shauna
, August 12, 2019
Only Molly can see the monsters that lurk around when she leaves her house. And only Molly can make them go away. In this (mostly) wordless picture book, Molly’s clothing, friends, and world are sweetly colored, while the monsters are sketchy and shadowy. It’s truly a visual delight, and makes a bold statement about fighting anxiety head on and being braver than we think we are.
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Fisherman & the Whale
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Jessica Lanan
Shauna
, August 12, 2019
This wordless sea story by Jessica Lanan is absolutely lovely. The watercolor images take the reader to a fishing boat and the ocean beneath it. The fisherman and his son are ready to end their workday when the boy spots a whale caught in a net. The fisherman is in a hurry, but pauses to do the responsible thing at his son’s insistence. The story is a subtle and beautiful reminder that caring for nature and the environment is one way to show our love and care for others.
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When a Tree Grows
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Cathy Ballou Mealey
Shauna
, August 12, 2019
When a Tree Grows is a clever story that continuously gives readers a peek at one thing that could happen before taking a sharp turn in a more interesting direction. The woodland characters are cute, the novel storytelling technique is engaging, and the plot twists are...nuts.
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Trucker & Train
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Hannah Stark, Bob Kolar
Shauna
, August 12, 2019
Trucker is big, loud, and fast. So is Train. So why do all the other vehicles think Train is so great? And can Trucker save the day when a broken gate puts them all in danger? TRUCKER AND TRAIN is such a fun read-aloud for kids who love anything on wheels or tracks. Stark’s action-packed story is full of suspense, Kolar’s bright, cartoony illustrations are sure to make kids smile. Bonus: a wee bit of math is snuck in, with counting by twos!
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The Little Green Girl
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Lisa Anchin
Shauna
, August 12, 2019
LITTLE GREEN GIRL is a sumptuously illustrated tale of a plant-girl and the gardener who cares for her. He wishes to stay rooted to home, but her dreams of travel eventually grow on him. Anchin's rich illustrations put the reader right in the garden, making this a perfect springtime story for connecting children to nature.
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This Little Piggy
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James Serafino
Shauna
, August 12, 2019
A fun and irreverent tale of a kid who loves cereal. When she enlists some animal friends to help with post-munch cleanup, things escalate quickly! I love the almost grotesque wide-open mouths on the kid and her menagerie -- art style is somewhat reminiscent of David Shannon. The unexpected ending is perfecto. THIS LITTLE PIGGIE is a laugh out loud read-aloud, for sure.
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