Melling, David
Summary: "As Ruffles learns about the world around him, he discovers there are lots of things he likes . . . and some things he doesn't! He loves scratching, digging, and chewing, but he does not like wearing his red coat on rainy days. No, no, no, no, NO! But when Ruffles wants to splash in puddles with his best friend, Ruby, he soon learns that sometimes wearing a raincoat is a very good idea after...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nosy Crow, an imprint of Candlewick Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MELMelling, David
Summary: "Eyeing the new green thing in his bowl with distaste, Ruffles refuses to try even the smallest nibble until his friend Ralph comes to play, happily giving the green thing a big bite, which encourages Ruffles to give it try, too!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2023
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Summary: Rich, vivid illustrations by Ojibwe Woodland artist Pawis-Steckley are delivered in a graphic style that honors Indigenous people. The bold artwork adds impact to the compelling text. (Kirkus starred review) The prose is reminiscent of an inspirational speech ("Everyone's path looks different"), with a message of service that includes fun biographical facts, such as her love of Bruce Lee....
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Publisher / Publication Date: [Library Ideas, LLC] 2021
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Summary: This inspiring picture book autobiography tells the remarkable story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 DAVMessier, Mireille
Summary: "When two siblings go on a treasure hunt, they aren't sure exactly what kind of treasure they are looking for. What they do know is that treasures are shiny, mysterious and precious--and that all the best treasures are hard to find! As they explore the forest together, the pair learns that the most special treasures are not always something we can pick up in our hands"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Books Publishers 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MESCalì, Davide
Summary: One morning, when George walks into his kitchen, he finds someone sitting at his table. "Who are you?" he asks. "I'm your shadow," answers the shadow. The shadow follows George--for a walk on the street, fishing on the pier at Coney Island, and everywhere else George goes. Who is this shadow? Is he an annoying pest? Is he a friend? Or is he both? -- amazon.com
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE CALCalì, Davide
Summary: Grown-ups never misbehave, cheat, talk with their mouths full, or complain--despite ample evidence to the contrary.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2019
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Summary: "Meet Frank is a picture book about our unique and beautiful qualities. Frank is a curious little alien who comes from a planet where everyone looks the same: same box shape, same green color. Convinced there must be something more, Frank explores the universe and lands on Earth, where he befriends three little Earthlings who all look very different. By celebrating their unique qualities, they...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tilbury House Publishers 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE LUICal©Ơ, Davide
Summary: Ginger and Fred, a pair of cats, can be picky, messy, and troublesome, and although they frustrate the author, in the end their presence is comforting--and essential.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Fiction Cali 2018Peoples, Daria
Summary: "A day in the park with her grandfather sparks an unlikely connection between a young girl and a street musician without a home"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Greenwillow Books, an Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE PEODavey, Melissa
Summary: Daddy Plays Disc Golf is a rhyming story about playing disc golf that both tells a story about a father and his daughter while teaching children how to play the game. Clever, joyful, and beautifully illustrated this story will bring the game to life and will be a pleasure to read!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rusty Patch Publishing, LLC 0000
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE DAV (BASKET)Scillian, Devin
Summary: "From a mischief of mice and a shiver of sharks to a caravan of camels and a rhumba of rattlesnakes, animals from around the globe gather a group and sashay, swim, slither, or sail through this party of animal plurals"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sleeping Bear Press 2022
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE SCIAvis, Heather
Summary: Illustrations and rhyming text introduce Macy, whose conduct and bearing point to a kinder world where differences are celebrated and embraced.
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Publisher / Publication Date: WaterBrook 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE AVIGavin, Ciara
Summary: "When Weasel is caught in a storm, he builds a fortress to hide in. But then he meets Mole, who loves to play in the wind and splash in the rain. Can Weasel learn to overcome his fears and find joy, whatever the weather?" --Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tiger Tales 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE GAVDavy, Gianna
Summary: "No One Owns the Colors is a lively celebration of self-expression and a bolstering invitation to advocate for your special uniqueness. The unnamed and non-gendered narrator shows us that colors are simply part of our natural world. No bit of the spectrum -- from pink and blue to scarlet and chartreuse -- is meant to be claimed by any one gender or being or culture. Color is not something that...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Collective Book Studio 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE DAVGrimm, Gavin
Summary: When you're a kid like Gavin Grimm, you know yourself best. And Gavin knew that he was a boy -- even if others saw him as a girl. But when his school took away his right to something as simple as using the boys' restroom, Gavin knew he had a big decision to make. Because there are always more choices than the ones others give you. Gavin chose to correct others when they got his pronouns wrong....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Katherine Tegen Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 GRIGaiman, Neil
Summary: During the coldest season, when the world feels scary -- what do you remember about being warm? Baked potatoes. Trust. A kettle on the stove. Blankets. A smile. And, most of all, the reassurance that you belong. In his powerful and moving poem, featuring illustrations from thirteen extraordinary artists, bestselling author and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Neil Gaiman draws together many different...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Quill Tree Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2023
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1 available in New Youth Materials, Call number: JE GAICopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE GAIFraser, Lu
Summary: "Little Witchling learns what it means to be a friend"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury Children's Books 2022
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE FRAHay, Sam
Summary: When a little boy stumbles across a lost star, he decides to take care of it, putting it in a jar and carrying it with him everywhere. But when the sky calls out for its missing star, can the little boy and his sister figure out a way to return the star to its friends in the sky...even if it means saying goodbye forever?
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: E HAYWalstead, Alice
Summary: "Children attempt to catch Santa's reindeer Comet as Santa delivers presents to their neighborhood on Christmas Eve. Includes information about reindeer"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: JE Holiday WalsteadDavies, Nicola
Summary: A young boy and his family are trying to overcome the loss of his father. The natural world becomes part of the healing process.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Graffeg 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE DAVDavies, Becky
Summary: An entertaining picture book celebration of the love between a child and her family follows a young girl as she is tucked in each night with smiles, hugs, and plenty of humorous comparisons to unicorns, donuts, and dinosaurs!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tiger Tales 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE DAVDavies, Benji
Summary: "Little ones can join in the Chinese New Year celebrations along with Bizzy Bear and his friends by sliding, pushing and pulling tabs to enjoy the fun festivities"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: BOARD DAVDavies, Nicola
Summary: A powerful and necessary picture book - the journey of a child forced to become a refugee when war destroys everything she has ever known. Imagine if, on an ordinary day, war came. Imagine it turned your town to rubble. Imagine going on a long and difficult journey - all alone. Imagine finding no welcome at the end of it. Then imagine a child who gives you something small but very, very...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2018