Lists and Suggestions for Kids
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List: 2023 Monarch Award Nominees
Doggo and Pupper
Applegate, Katherine.
Also available in Overdrive. Doggo, an older dog, is used to things a certain way. When Pupper show... More
Also available in Overdrive. Doggo, an older dog, is used to things a certain way. When Pupper shows up, Doggo's routine changes. Pupper is very playful and soon the humans realize Pupper needs some training. But when Pupper comes back from puppy school, Doggo senses that, although Pupper is well-behaved, he isn't happy. So Doggo shows Pupper how to rediscover his fun side. Less
Are you a cheeseburger?
Arnaldo, Monica.
Grub is a lonely raccoon rumbling in the trash for food. Seed is a seed patiently waiting in the tr... More
Grub is a lonely raccoon rumbling in the trash for food. Seed is a seed patiently waiting in the trash, hoping someone will plant it. When the two finally meet, they realize they might be able to help each other! Grub wonders what Seed will grow, and is hoping it's Grub's favorite food, mouthwatering cheeseburgers. Less
Milo imagines the world
de la Peña, Matt.
Also available in Overdrive. While Milo and his sister travel to a detention center to visit their ... More
Also available in Overdrive. While Milo and his sister travel to a detention center to visit their incarcerated mother, he observes strangers on the subway and draws what he imagines their lives to be. Less
The magical yet
DiTerlizzi, Angela.
Each of us, from the day we're born, is accompanied by a special companion--the Yet. Can'... More
Each of us, from the day we're born, is accompanied by a special companion--the Yet. Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! Can't play the bassoon? Don't worry, Yet is there to help you out. The Magical Yet is the perfect tool for parents and educators to turn a negative into a positive when helping children cope with the inevitable difficult learning moments we all face. Whether a child or an adult, this encouraging and uplifting book reminds us that we all have things we haven't learned...yet! Less
Crossings : extraordinary structures for extraordinary animals
Duffield, Katy.
"A non-fiction exploration of animal crossings built by animal lovers around the world to help... More
"A non-fiction exploration of animal crossings built by animal lovers around the world to help animals cross over, under, around, and through human construction"-- Less
Amira's picture day
Faruqi, Reem.
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. Amira is excited because tomorrow is Eid with special clothe... More
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. Amira is excited because tomorrow is Eid with special clothes, treats, gifts, and a morning party at her mosque; but then she realizes that she is going to miss class picture day at school, something she was also looking forward to--so Amira has to figure out a way to be in two places at once. Less
Bodies are cool
Feder, Tyler.
Also available in Overdrive. Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all s... More
Also available in Overdrive. Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text celebrate bodies of all shapes, sizes, ages, and colors, with different kinds of hair, eyes, spots, scars, and more. Less
Don't hug Doug : he doesn't like it
Finison, Carrie.
Also available in Overdrive. "Doug prefers not to be hugged, but there are a variety of other ... More
Also available in Overdrive. "Doug prefers not to be hugged, but there are a variety of other ways his loved ones can show him affection"-- Less
Friday Night Wrestlefest
Fox, Jennifer.
Ladies and Gentlemen, it's Friday night, and these kids are ready to wrestle! Join Dangerous D... More
Ladies and Gentlemen, it's Friday night, and these kids are ready to wrestle! Join Dangerous Daddoo as he dishes out some serious moves to get the kids ready for bed. But what happens when Flying Mom Bomb gets home from work? Are the kids toast? Less
I see sea food : sea creatures that look like food
Grodzicki, Jenna.
Also available in Hoopla. Meet some of the wackiest creatures under the sea--creatures that look li... More
Also available in Hoopla. Meet some of the wackiest creatures under the sea--creatures that look like food--through eye-catching photos and engaging text. This funny, informative book introduces readers to the egg yolk jellyfish, the lettuce sea slug, the chocolate chip sea star, and many more! Accessible text and engaging photos make this a very fun read. Less
What about worms!?
Higgins, Ryan T.
Tiger unwittingly helps some worms overcome their fear of tigers with a well-placed, informative bo... More
Tiger unwittingly helps some worms overcome their fear of tigers with a well-placed, informative book, but will a wormy hug aid a fearful Tiger? Part of the "Elephant & Piggie like reading" series promoted by Mo Willems. Less
Eyes that kiss in the corners
Ho, Joanna, author.
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. A self-confident and strong young girl recounts how she shar... More
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. A self-confident and strong young girl recounts how she shares her eyes--and so much more--with her mother, her amah and her little sister. Less
What if, Pig?
Hunter, Linzie.
"Pig is so incredibly kind and fabulously fun, but he also has a big secret--he's a treme... More
"Pig is so incredibly kind and fabulously fun, but he also has a big secret--he's a tremendous worrier! When Pig gets the brilliant idea to throw a party for Mouse and their friends, he can't help but think of everything that could possibly go wrong. After all, what if a lion eats all the invitations? What if nobody comes? or worse, what if everyone comes and has an awful time?"-- Less
The many colors of Harpreet Singh
Kelkar, Supriya.
"Harpreet Singh has a different color for every mood and occasion, from pink for dancing to bh... More
"Harpreet Singh has a different color for every mood and occasion, from pink for dancing to bhangra beats to red for courage. He especially takes care with his patka--his turban--smoothing it out and making sure it always matches his outfit. But when Harpreet's mom finds a new job in a snowy city and they have to move, all he wants is to be invisible. Will he ever feel a happy sunny yellow again?"--Amazon.com. Less
How to apologize
LaRochelle, David.
From the team behind See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog comes a funny and handy guide that expl... More
From the team behind See the Cat: Three Stories About a Dog comes a funny and handy guide that explains just how (and how not!) to say I'm sorry. Wouldn't the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologize? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you're sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend's balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth's toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologizing can be hard, it doesn't have to be complicated. Less
Lift
Lê, Minh.
Also available in Overdrive. From the award-winning and bestselling creators of Drawn Together come... More
Also available in Overdrive. From the award-winning and bestselling creators of Drawn Together comes the fantastic tale of a magical elevator that will lift your spirits--and press all the right buttons! Iris loves to push the elevator buttons in her apartment building, but when it's time to share the fun with a new member of the family, she's pretty put out. That is, until the sudden appearance of a mysterious new button opens up entire realms of possibility, places where she can escape and explore on her own. But when she's forced to choose between going at it alone or letting her little brother tag along, Iris finds that sharing a discovery with the people you love can be the most wonderful experience of all. Using their dynamic comics-inspired storytelling, acclaimed author Minh Lê and Caldecott Medal-winning artist Dan Santat carry readers on a journey of ups, downs, and twists and turns that will send hearts--and imaginations--soaring. Less
Saturday
Mora, Oge.
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. When all of their special Saturday plans go awry, Ava and h... More
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. When all of their special Saturday plans go awry, Ava and her mother still find a way to appreciate one another and their time together. Less
Bilal cooks daal
Saeed, Aisha.
Bilal and his father invite his friends to help make his favorite dish, daal, then all must wait pa... More
Bilal and his father invite his friends to help make his favorite dish, daal, then all must wait patiently for it to be done.-- Less
Swish! : the slam-dunking, alley-ooping, high-flying Harlem Globetrotters
Slade, Suzanne.
The true story of the high-flying Harlem Globetrotters -- the team that changed basketball forever.... More
The true story of the high-flying Harlem Globetrotters -- the team that changed basketball forever. In this book you will find one-finger ball-spinning, rapid-fire mini-dribbling, and a ricochet head shot! You will find skilled athletes, expert players, and electrifying performers -- all rolled into one! You will find nonstop, give-it-all-you've-got, out-to-win-it, sky's-the-limit BASKETBALL! You will find The Harlem Globetrotters , who played the most groundbreaking, breathtaking ball the world had ever seen. With rhythmic writing and dynamic illustrations, Swish! is a celebration of the greatness, goodness, and grit of this remarkable team. Less
Except Antarctica!
Sturgell, Todd.
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. "Turtles are found on every continent EXCEPT Antarctic... More
Also available in Overdrive and Hoopla. "Turtles are found on every continent EXCEPT Antarctica. But not for long! When a David Attenborough-esque narrator explains that turtles are found everywhere except Antarctica, one determined turtle sets out to prove him wrong. After recruiting other non-Antarctic animals along the way--much to the narrator's dismay--the turtle and his adventurous friends travel through fields, forests, and cross an entire ocean to reach their goal. But what exactly do they do once they get there? Perfect for anyone who's ever gone a little too far to prove a point, this nature-documentary-gone-wrong is a gleefully funny lesson in determination and the beauty of having a contingency plan"-- Less
