Call Number
J P HISCHE
J P HISCHE
Summary
Illustrations by a lettering artist and easy-to-read text reveal ways to be helpful, patient, gentle, honest, generous, grateful, and especially kind. This book is a reminder to all readers, young and old, that the smallest kind gesture can make the biggest difference in the world -- we just have to remember to be kind to one another.
Illustrations by a lettering artist and easy-to-read text reveal ways to be helpful, patient, gentle, honest, generous, grateful, and especially kind. This book is a reminder to all readers, young and old, that the smallest kind gesture can make the biggest difference in the world -- we just have to remember to be kind to one another.
Title
Elmore
Call Number
J P HOBBIE
J P HOBBIE
Summary
Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back every so often. Elmore suffers rejection and heartbreak, but the goodness of his forest community ultimately shines through as the animals find a way to connect with this prickly bundle of love.
Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back every so often. Elmore suffers rejection and heartbreak, but the goodness of his forest community ultimately shines through as the animals find a way to connect with this prickly bundle of love.
Title
Izzy Gizmo
Call Number
J P JONES
J P JONES
Summary
Izzy Gizmo loves to invent but gets frustrated when her inventions fail to work properly, so when she finds a crow with a broken wing her grandfather urges her to persist until she finds a way to help.
Izzy Gizmo loves to invent but gets frustrated when her inventions fail to work properly, so when she finds a crow with a broken wing her grandfather urges her to persist until she finds a way to help.
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J P KHAN
J P KHAN
Summary
In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl guides the reader through the traditions and shapes of Islam.
In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl guides the reader through the traditions and shapes of Islam.
Title
We Found a Hat
Call Number
J P KLASSEN
J P KLASSEN
Summary
Two turtles find a hat that looks good on both of them, but, with fairness in mind, they decide to leave it be, until night falls and one of the turtles changes its mind.
Two turtles find a hat that looks good on both of them, but, with fairness in mind, they decide to leave it be, until night falls and one of the turtles changes its mind.
Title
The Book of Mistakes
Call Number
J P LUYKEN
J P LUYKEN
Summary
As an artist creatively incorporates her slipups into a drawing, readers see the ways in which 'mistakes' can provide inspiration and opportunity, and reveal that both the art and artist are works-in-progress.
As an artist creatively incorporates her slipups into a drawing, readers see the ways in which 'mistakes' can provide inspiration and opportunity, and reveal that both the art and artist are works-in-progress.
Title
Lubna and Pebble
Call Number
J P MEDDOUR
J P MEDDOUR
Summary
Lubna's best friend is a pebble. Pebble always listens to her stories. Pebble always smiles when she feels scared. But when a little boy arrives in the World of Tents, Lubna realizes that he needs Pebble even more than she does.
Lubna's best friend is a pebble. Pebble always listens to her stories. Pebble always smiles when she feels scared. But when a little boy arrives in the World of Tents, Lubna realizes that he needs Pebble even more than she does.
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J P MERINO
J P MERINO
Summary
Although her sisters think she is silly, Tina is a curious cow who loves to explore and try new things.
Although her sisters think she is silly, Tina is a curious cow who loves to explore and try new things.
Title
Thank You, Omu!
Call Number
J P MORA
J P MORA
Summary
When the aroma of Omu's homemade stew fills the air, her neighbors arrive, one by one, for a taste until all is gone except for her generous spirit.
When the aroma of Omu's homemade stew fills the air, her neighbors arrive, one by one, for a taste until all is gone except for her generous spirit.
Title
Bear Came Along
Call Number
J P MORRIS
J P MORRIS
Summary
An assortment of animals living separate lives discover they need each other when they have a chance encounter on a river.
An assortment of animals living separate lives discover they need each other when they have a chance encounter on a river.
Title
All Are Welcome
Call Number
J P PENFOLD
J P PENFOLD
Summary
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text introduce a school where diversity is celebrated and songs, stories, and talents are shared. Includes fold-out pages.
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text introduce a school where diversity is celebrated and songs, stories, and talents are shared. Includes fold-out pages.
Title
The Fort
Call Number
J P PERDEW
J P PERDEW
Summary
A prince planning a feast in his castle and a pirate preparing her ship for a treasure hunt clash after learning they share a fort, but soon imagine a new adventure for two.
A prince planning a feast in his castle and a pirate preparing her ship for a treasure hunt clash after learning they share a fort, but soon imagine a new adventure for two.
Call Number
J P PINKNEY
J P PINKNEY
Summary
Three billy goats must outwit the big, ugly troll that lives under the bridge they have to cross on their way up the mountain.
Three billy goats must outwit the big, ugly troll that lives under the bridge they have to cross on their way up the mountain.
Title
The Book Hog
Call Number
J P PIZZOLI
J P PIZZOLI
Summary
The Book Hog loves books and has a large collection, although he never learned to read.
The Book Hog loves books and has a large collection, although he never learned to read.
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J P Princess ELYA
J P Princess ELYA
Summary
A rhyming twist on a classic fairy tale in which a queen places a pea under a young lady's mattress to see if she is truly a princess. Incorporates Spanish words and includes a glossary. (2018 Pura Belpré Award Winner)
A rhyming twist on a classic fairy tale in which a queen places a pea under a young lady's mattress to see if she is truly a princess. Incorporates Spanish words and includes a glossary. (2018 Pura Belpré Award Winner)