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Fiction
Alma's Art
2021
Alma loves to paint. With each new bucket of paint she finds, brushstrokes by brushstrokes, page by page, magic appears.
John's Turn
2022
In this celebration of individuality, John finds the courage to show others his talent for dancing during his school's Sharing Gifts time.
Little Cat Hide-and-Seek Emotions
2022
Introducing a range of emotions-- happy, angry, sleepy, anxious and surprised-- each is featured in a spread in the book, and each spread has a variety of illustrations with cats expressing different emotions.
Viking in Love
2021
When Stig the Viking, who hates the sea, falls in love with Ingrid the Viking, who loves the sea, he must find a way to overcome his fears and woo the woman of his dreams.
I Am Golden
2022
This lyrical, uplifting picture book is an ode to the immigrant experience and a declaration of Chinese American joy.
The Katha Chest
2022
Asiya loves to visit Nanu's house and rummage through her katha chest filled with quilts that tell stories about the bold and brave women in Asiya's family.
Everything Will Be OK
2022
A little bunny learns that while some days can feel more sad than happy, there's always a bright spot on the horizon.
Nigel and the Moon
2022
When Nigel looks up at the moon, his future is bright. He imagines himself as an astronaut, a dancer, a superhero, too. But it's Career Week at school, and Nigel can't find the courage to share his dreams.
Olu and Greta
2021
Two cousins-- one in Lagos, Nigeria, and the other in Milan, Italy-- have different lives, but they share a dream of meeting and being together.
Color the Sky
2022
Using the beauty of birds to observe primary and secondary colors, this book also encourages children to embrace the differences within themselves and the world around them.
Apple and Magnolia
2022
Britta visits her two favorite trees, Apple and Magnolia, every day. Then one day, Magnolia’s branches start to droop. Is there anything Britta-- or Apple-- can do to help?
Eyes that Speak to the Stars
2022
A young Asian boy notices that his eyes look different from his friends'. He realizes his eyes-- like his father’s, grandfather’s and younger brother’s-- rise to the skies, speak to the stars and are visionary.
Ten Blocks to the Big Wok
2022
In this bilingual book in English and Mandarin, Mia, her uncle and a hungry kitten make their way through Chinatown to the Big Wok restaurant. Along the way, they count one panda, two lions and other images of Chinese culture.
Not Enough Lollipops
2022
Winning a wagon full of lollipops, Alice is super excited until sharing them with her classmates becomes complicated and she must figure out a way to divide the sweet treats up equally.
When I'm With You
2022
From the time we are young, we are drawn to special people. No matter how much time passes or how many miles tug us apart, there is no one quite like a best friend.
Powwow Day
2022
Unable to dance at the powwow this year due to illness, River feels isolated and alone until she discovers the healing power of community.
Inside Cat
2022
Inside Cat views the world through many windows, watching the birds, squirrels and people go by, but when the door opens, Inside Cat discovers a whole new view.
Opposites Abstract
2021
Filled with eye-popping, emotive and highly accessible art, this introduction to opposites uses colors, shapes, lines and textures to explore abstract concepts.
Nonfiction
I Want an Apple
2021
J 613 HAR
Legs, feet, arms, teeth, tongue, tummy-- and long intestine, too-- all snap into action when a child decides she wants an apple.
Ablaze with Color
2022
JB THOMAS ALMA
Having broken down barriers throughout her life, Alma Thomas is now known as one of the most preeminent painters of the 20th century.
Just Help! How To Build a Better World
2022
J 307 SOT
Every night when Sonia goes to bed, Mami asks, "How did you help today?" And since Sonia wants to help her community, just like her Mami does, she always makes sure she has a good answer to her question.
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Laela T
I work in youth services. I like to read all kinds of books, although I have a soft spot for dog stories. I spend a good portion of my time rooting for the Reds and visiting ballparks all around the country. I have been known to walk my basset hound, watch Disney movies, ride my scooter and sing silly songs.
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