Ævar Þór Benediktsson
Summary: "This is a story about my grandfather: how he got stranded on a volcanic island, was almost turned into barbecue and found the most important moment in the world."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barefoot Books 2023
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Summary: When Glow, a bioluminescent squid who loves to show off his twirling skills, ditches his friends in search of fans, he gets lost and loses his glow, but luckily he runs into some familiar faces and realizes he would much rather twirl with friends than twirl for fans.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sourcebooks eXplore 2023
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Summary: When his grandfather, who makes masala chai each morning for the family, sprains his ankle, impatient Aarav decides to make the chai himself, but when his rushing causes him to miss some crucial steps, he must learn to slow down to get the recipe right.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE LARSumovich, Michelle
Summary: "A girl experiences the cycles of the seasons and of life courtesy of her family's mulberry tree and a communal love of jam"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dial Books for Young Readers 2023
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Summary: After receiving a mysterious invitation, Tochi climbs a one hundred story house where he meets a menagerie of animals.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holiday House 2023
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Summary: "Say My Name is a meaningful tale about the power of names. They reveal our personal histories, weaving an intricate story of the past and connecting us to the future. Names -- and saying them correctly -- are important. Six captivating kids of Chinese, Tongan, Persian, Navajo, Mexican, and Ghanaian decent proudly celebrate their names, languages, and cultures. From Johanna Ho, New York Times...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HOSantamaria, Sendy
Summary: Yenebi, her sister Melanie, and mom drive to school every morning across the US-Mexico border.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SANHahn, Sabina
Summary: "A squad of frogs is excited when they spot a Very Big Frog in their pond. But when the creature says that he isn't a frog, the frogs insist that he's the one who is wrong. What happens when the creature has had enough of the frogs' quibbling? Find out in this pitch-perfect, hilarious read-aloud about misunderstandings, imagination, forgiveness, and friendship!"--Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE HAHKuhlmann, Jekka
Summary: "So many dumplings to love! This sweet rhyming board book introduces the youngest of readers to traditional dumplings from all over the world, from bao to pierogi, samosa, and more! Featuring more than 30 different dumplings, this multicultural board book is just right for sharing a love of food and diverse culinary traditions with little ones. Everyone is welcome at this dumpling celebration!" --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2023
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Summary: "This is the story of Nellie Bee Nightly, who is not tired at all. And swears she never will be! The popcorn is too pooped to pop, and the nightstand is too tired to stand up straight and must lie down--but Nellie? Nope, she's wide awake, and not ready for bedtime AT ALL. Instead, she gives her goldfish a mustache and hangs her bed from the ceiling so that she can install a swimming pool in her...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MARKrans, Angela Pham
Summary: When Felix's grandmother comes from Vietnam to stay with his family in the United States, Felix realizes that he can help Grandma by teaching her English.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2023
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Summary: Gravely injured, Frostpaw places her trust in a young warrior, convincing him to protect her as she follows StarClan's cryptic directions toward the roots of RiverClan, where she hopes to find the answers she so desperately seeks while staving off a war between the clans.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Fiction Series, Call number: J FIC HUNMurphy, Julie
Summary: Barbara "Bunny" Binks comes from a long line of Barbaras, that started with her mother and grandmother. She loves putting her hair up in "bunny buns," playing with her rabbit Ralph, and eating marshmallows. Then one day, she participates in her favorite marshmallow eating contest at field day called "Chubby Bunny," and her classmates start teasing her. But with a little help from her grandma...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Balzer & Bray, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2023
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2 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE MURRobinson, Michelle (Michelle Jane)
Summary: Join three busy transport vehicles as they speed their doggy passengers to the Big Festival! The running isn't smooth, and there's a rainstorm on the way. Trains, boats and planes: which one would you ride? Featuring hundreds of vehicles, all with doggy drivers, and with a wind-down bedtime ending, this book is sure to keep your little one busy spotting every time you read it together.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Andersen Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE ROBGastaldi, Federico
Summary: A young boy grieves when his pet fish dies, but his heart is full of the good memories he had with his fish friend.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown and Company 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE GASLee, Kimberly
Summary: "A young Malaysian boy enthusiastically assists his grandmother prepare their Lunar New Year dinner, all the while learning about the history of their traditional cuisine"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Farrar Straus Giroux 2023
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Summary: "During a blizzard, Hubert takes a shortcut home from the library and finds himself in a story of his own when a mysterious woman appears to guide him"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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Summary: "Am I really Polish? On a trip to visit relatives in Poland, a young girl feels disconnected from her identity ... until she and her cousin bond over their shared love of mermaids, magic and fairy tales"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE STATillotson, Carrie
Summary: "A is for Awake . . . but B is for Bedtime. When the narrator of this alphabet book tries to make it a bedtime book, Banana objects. Bedtime is BORING! And Banana is the star of this book, so it should really be called B Is for Bananas instead. It shouldn't be about bedtime at all. Journey through all the letters of the alphabet in this laugh-out-loud story from Carrie Tillotson and Estrela...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Flamingo Books 2023
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Summary: "An encounter between a brown mermaid and pirate launches a humorous tale of friendship that shows how kindness and empathy go beyond words."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Algonquin Young Readers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE BAPCohen, Rhonda
Summary: "This year for Passover, Matilda's grandmother invites her to help make the matzah ball soup! Matilda has always loved watching Bubbe make the soup. Now she wants to try out some of her own ideas. Adding lemon and dill to the matzah balls seems like a great idea. But making one GIANT matzah ball is a giant mistake. Yet Bubbe is encouraging. "The best part of experimenting is you can always try...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Apples & Honey Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE COHSatoko Seo, Emily
Summary: A little girl is determined to make perfect nigiri sushi for her grandmother, but her efforts only lead to frustration, until a surprising discovery helps her understand that cooking with love is more important than cooking perfect food.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barefoot Books 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SATKhiani, Darshana
Summary: "A beautifully illustrated, thought-provoking picture book depicts the broad range of cultures in America, the values that bring us together as one people despite our differences, and the many ways we define what it means to be an American"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE KHIBattle-Lavert, Gwendolyn
Summary: "A son teaches his father how to write his name so he can vote for the first time in this historical tale filled with warmth and strength by Coretta Scott King Honor winner Colin Bootman's expressive oil paintings. In a new author's note, veteran teacher and author Gwendolyn Battle-Lavert expands upon the obstacles facing African American voters in the aftermath of the Civil War and the fight...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holiday House 2023