Lists and Suggestions for Kids
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List: Best Books 2021 PreK
Little Worry
Brun-Cosme, Nadine
Readers will find out how Little One is reassured after he becomes Little Worry. ... More
Readers will find out how Little One is reassured after he becomes Little Worry. Less
Baby young, gifted, and black
Wilson, Jamia
"Introduce your baby to Black excellence with this lyrical board-book edition of Young, Gifted... More
"Introduce your baby to Black excellence with this lyrical board-book edition of Young, Gifted and Black. Includes a mirror at the back so young dreamers can see themselves next to their heroes. Meet icons of color from past and present in this baby board book celebration of inspirational achievement. A collection of positive, yet simple, affirmations to encourage the next generation. Highlighting the talent of Black leaders and changemakers from around the world, young dreamers will develop confidence, self-assurance, and self-belief. Created in the spirit of Nina Simone's song "To Be Young, Gifted, and Black," meet figureheads, leaders and pioneers such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, as well as cultural trailblazers like Zadie Smith and athletes like Serena Williams. Jamia Wilson has carefully curated this range of Black icons and the book is stylishly brought together by Andrea Pippins' colorful and celebratory illustrations" -- Less
I is for immigrants
Alko, Selima
What do African dance, samosas, and Japanese gardens have in common? They are all gifts the United ... More
What do African dance, samosas, and Japanese gardens have in common? They are all gifts the United States received from immigrants: the vibrant, multifaceted people who share their heritage and traditions to enrich the fabric of our daily lives. From Jewish delis to bagpipes, bodegas and Zen Buddhism, this joyful ABC journey is a celebration of immigrants: our neighbors, our friends. Less
Paletero man
Diaz, Lucky
"Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Pa... More
"Follow along with our narrator as he passes through his busy neighborhood in search of the Paletero Man. But when he finally catches up with him, our narrator's pockets are empty. Oh no! What happened to his dinero? It will take the help of the entire community to get the tasty treat now"-- Less
We all play : kimêtawânaw
Flett, Julie
"Join celebrated artist Julie Flett on a joyful romp with animals. From chasing, chirping bird... More
"Join celebrated artist Julie Flett on a joyful romp with animals. From chasing, chirping birds, to swimming, squirting whales, this book for young readers reminds them how animals play just like them. This picture book, with gorgeous images and sweet simple text, is a marvelous celebration of the interconnectedness of all creatures, and includes some Cree phrases. It is based on the Cree teaching of wahkohtowin, interconnectedness and play, and includes as well the English and Cree names of the animals in the book, all of whom are from 'Turtle Island' (North America)."-- Less
Boogie boogie, y'all
Esperanza, C. G.
Lively and colorful with a read-aloud beat, this picture book celebrates the rich culture of the Bo... More
Lively and colorful with a read-aloud beat, this picture book celebrates the rich culture of the Boogie Down Bronx, inviting readers to an epic block party! Less
The froggies do not want to sleep
Gustavson, Adam
"The froggies do not want to sleep and refuse to head to bed; they'd rather play their ac... More
"The froggies do not want to sleep and refuse to head to bed; they'd rather play their accordions, go for long drives in the country, or sing opera while shooting themselves out of cannons"-- Less
A new day
Meltzer, Brad
"After Sunday quits being a day of the week, the other days of the week try out all sorts of c... More
"After Sunday quits being a day of the week, the other days of the week try out all sorts of candidates, until an act of kindness reminds them all that a little appreciation can go a long way"-- Less
Eyes that kiss in the corners
Ho, Joanna
A self-confident and strong young girl recounts how she shares her eyes--and so much more--with her... More
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
Sweater weather
Phelan, Matt
"On a crisp, fall day and evening, rambunctious bear cubs turn getting dressed into an adventu... More
"On a crisp, fall day and evening, rambunctious bear cubs turn getting dressed into an adventure"-- Less
Time for Kenny
Pinkney, Brian
During his busy day, Kenny gets dressed, fights his fear of the vacuum cleaner, gets a soccer lesso... More
During his busy day, Kenny gets dressed, fights his fear of the vacuum cleaner, gets a soccer lesson from his sister, and prepares for bed, with his loving family always near. Less
Everybody in the red brick building
Wynter, Anne
"In the middle of the night, a chain reaction of noises wakes the residents of an urban apartm... More
"In the middle of the night, a chain reaction of noises wakes the residents of an urban apartment building, and then lulls them back to sleep"-- Less
Blue Ridge babies 1, 2, 3 : a counting book
Gardner, Laura Sperry
"Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains, a part of the Appalachian range that teems with fascinating... More
"Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains, a part of the Appalachian range that teems with fascinating plant and wildlife, through the memorable frame of the engaging folk song 'Over in the Meadow.' Amongst budding dogwood trees, crooked creeks, mountains fading to heaven, and other stunning settings, animal mothers and their young all play a part in the great wide wilderness. Count the babies on every page: one fawn hides while two bear cubs forage, three cardinal fledglings fly and four owlets hoot, all the way up to ten salamander efts and one last expansive view of a unique American region."-- Less
Ten animals in Antarctica : a counting book
Court, Moira
"Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, driest continent in the world, with icy deserts, mountai... More
"Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, driest continent in the world, with icy deserts, mountain ranges, and volcanoes-some buried deep under the ice. Antarctica is home to some amazing and unique animals. How many can you count?"-- Less
