Father’s Day ~ Anne Rockwell
This is a sweet story about classmates who celebrate their fathers by making books about their dads and the things they love about them.
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Look for Ladybugs ~ Dana Meachen Rau
This is a wonderful Rookie Reader book that focuses on prepositional phrases. A young boy searches all over looking for ladybugs with his magnifying glass.
Melena’s Jubilee ~ Zetta Elliot
This is a wonderful story of how each day presents us with the opportunity of a fresh start. After being forgiven by her mother and grandmother for causing a vase to break, Melena seizes the new day.
Boom Boom ~ Sarvinder Naberhaus
This simple rhyming book shares the sounds and sights of the seasons. It showcases kids of all colors exploring and enjoying the different seasons.
Little Bitty Friends ~ Elizabeth MePike
Cute little kids make friends with the little plants and animals. This is a fun, rhyming book that features toddlers of all colors.
I Love You, Nose! I Love You, Toes! ~ Linda Davick
This rhyming story highlights and celebrates each body part. Children of all colors express their love and appreciation for their bodies.
Think Big ~ Liz Garton Scanlon
This is a simple rhyming book about some school age kids. They use various artistic mediums to prepare for what seems to be a school presentation of what they want to be when they grow up.
Grandma in Blue with Red Hat ~ Scott Menchin
This is a great story that combines a boy's love and appreciation for both art and his grandma!
The Lending Zoo ~ Frank Asch
This is an interesting, make-believe story about a zoo that functions much like a library.
I Got a New Friend ~ Karl Newsom Edwards
This is an adorable book about a little girl and her new friend; her new puppy. The book shows many of he daily activities of the girl and her new friend.
Lottie Paris Lives Here ~ Angela Johnson
This book provides a look into a day in the life of a young girl. From imagining she is a queen in a castle to sitting in timeout, Lottie has quite an eventful day showing what she does where she lives.
Chew, Chew, Gulp! ~ Lauren Thompson
The simple, rhyming text and the colorful illustrations in this book demonstrate a variety of ways to eat different foods.
The Summer Nick Taught His Cats to Read ~ Curtis Manley
Nick wants to share his love of reading with his feline friends. However, he decides that the best way to teach his cats to read is to discover what they are interested in!
How Do You Wokka-Wokka? ~ Elizabeth Bluemle
How Do You Wokka-Wokka? Written by Elizabeth Bluemle Illustrated by Randy Cecil This is a fun, rhyming story about a boy who likes to dance. He gathers his friends for a party on the “blocka” as they all “wokka-wokka, shimmy-shake, and shocka-shocka.” Read more >> Buy the Book: How Do You Wokka-Wokka? Originally posted on …
Soccer Song ~ Patricia Reilly Gift
Jill has long arms and strong hands. But, when it comes to using her feet to play soccer, she struggles - that is, until she is able to play goalie.
A Beginner’s Guide to Bear Spotting ~ Michelle Robinson
This is a cute little story about a boy trying to provide field notes in his memo book about the dangers of black and brown bears...unless of course you have a stuffed teddy bear.
What James Said ~ Liz Rosenberg
This is a cute book about a misunderstanding between two friends. It teaches a lesson in not listening to rumors.
Lola Gets a Cat ~ Anna McQuinn
Lola loves cats and has lots of stuffed ones. But, she wants a real one!
All Aboard for the Bobo Road ~ Stephen Davies
Follow along as Fatima and Galo ride atop a minibus down "the most beautiful road in the world!"
Ladybug Girl and the Best Ever Playdate ~ Jacky Davis
This is a story about the value of friendship. Lulu and Finny have a playdate but Lulu's more interested in playing with Finny's new toy than playing with Finny.