Donaldson, Julia.
2020
A fun, interactive ABC guessing game and an exploration of the animal world with peep-holes and fold-out pages.
Orr, Bobby, 1948-, author
2020
"Even hockey legends start with hand-me-downs. A beautifully illustrated true childhood story about hockey great Bobby Orr. Bobby eats, sleeps and breathes hockey. So when his birthday is coming up, he only wants one thing: new skates. He's seen the exact pair he wants in the shop window: sparkling blades, shiny leather, clean new laces tied in perfect bows. But when Bobby opens his gift, he's dismayed to find hand-me-down skates: scuffed leather, nicked blades, floppy laces. Once Bobby breaks them in, though, he and the hand-me-down skates become inseparable, and he can't imagine life without them . . . until the brand-new skates come into his life. How can he leave his hand-me-down skates behind?"-- Provided by publisher.
Stelson, Caren Barzelay, author
2020
"Six-year-old Sachiko and her family suffered greatly after the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, and in the years that followed, the miraculous survival of a ceramic bowl became a key part of Sachiko's journey toward peace"-- Provided by publisher.
Roe, Mechal Renee, author, illustrator
2020
"An illustrated, joyful celebration of African-American boys' hairstyles"-- Provided by publisher.
Gómez Redondo, Susana, 1969-
2020
"What happens when a new friend arrives who doesn't speak your language? A young girl searches for the words to help her friend feel welcome and happy in her new home, and along the way learns about differences and similarities in countries and words. The two forge a strong bond while they each learn the other's language, exploring the world around them"-- Provided by publisher.
Haughton, Chris, author, illustrator
2020
Little Crab and Very Big Crab live in a tiny rock pool near the sea. Today they're going for a dip in the big ocean. "This is going to be so great," says Little Crab, splish-splashing and squelch-squelching along, all the way to the very edge. Then comes a first glance down at the waves. WHOOSH! Maybe it's better if they don't go in? With vivid colors, bold shapes, and his trademark visual humor, Chris Haughton shows that sometimes a gentle "don't worry, I'm here" can keep tentative little crabs sidestepping ahead -- and help them discover the brilliant worlds that await when they take the plunge.
Schaub, Michelle, author
2020
"A bedtime lullaby for budding scientists everywhere introduces eleven branches of science and encourages curiosity and exploration."-- Provided by publisher.
Medina, Meg, author
2020
Evelyn Del Rey is Daniela's best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments across the street from each other: Daniela with her mami and hamster, and Evelyn with her mami, papi, and cat. But not after today--not after Evelyn moves away. Until then, the girls play amid the moving boxes until it's time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special. The tenderness of Meg Medina's beautifully written story about friendship and change is balanced by Sonia Sánchez's colorful and vibrant depictions of the girls' urban neighborhood.
Sainte-Marie, Buffy, author
2020
In this tender and moving picture book, a puppy is looking for someone to love him. Will the girl who rescues him convince her parents to let her keep the little dog?
Dopirak, Kate, author
2020
A busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together.
Martin, Emily Winfield, author, illustrator
2020
"A collection of illustrated scenes with corresponding stories set in the worlds of Emily Winfield Martin"-- Provided by publisher.
Love, Jessica author, illustrator
2020
The star of Julián Is a Mermaid makes a joyful return--and finds a new friend--at a wedding to be remembered. Julián and his abuela are going to a wedding. Better yet, Julián is in the wedding. Weddings have flowers and kissing and dancing and cake. And this wedding also has a new friend named Marisol. It's not long before Julián and Marisol set off for some magic and mischief of their own, and when things take an unexpected turn, the pair learns that everything is easier with a good friend by your side. Jessica Love returns with a joyful story of friendship and individuality in this radiant follow-up to Julián Is a Mermaid.
Parr, Todd, author
2020
Describes peace as making new friends, sharing a meal, feeling good about yourself, and more.
Wohlleben, Peter, 1964- author
2020
From the author of the New York Times-bestseller The Hidden Life of Trees comes this spirited picture book, which shares the true story of how trees communicate, feel, and grow. Piet the squirrel feels all alone in his forest home. Luckily, Peter the Forester has the perfect plan to cheer him up: a search for tree children. You can't be lonely in a forest full of friends! As they wander, Peter shares amazing facts about trees, how they communicate and care for each other, and the struggles they endure. Soon, the little squirrel is feeling much better--especially when he realizes he's helped the tree children grow. This environmentally conscious picture book, written by acclaimed author and forester Peter Wohlleben, brings the majesty of The Hidden Life of Trees to the youngest of readers everywhere.
Adderson, Caroline, 1963- author
2020
Pierre and Paul are neighbors, friends, and explorers. Pierre speaks French and Paul speaks English, but that doesn't stop them from sharing their adventures. The boys imagine everyday situations into grand exploits--today, they are climbing the Himalayas! To fuel their journey, they decide to make a mountainous sandwich. Pierre and Paul add ingredients until the sandwich staggers, topples, and...avalanche! Ham and fromage, laitue and cucumber jumble until they become a salad. The boys don't really like salad...but explorers have to be brave.
Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama XIV, 1935- author
2020
Draws on stories from the author's own childhood to share universal lessons about peace, compassion, and bringing kindness to the world.
Cuyler, Margery.
2020
When Oscar's boy is reluctant to take him for an early walk in the snow, Oscar decides to go by himself, and meets a new playmate, Daisy, and her human--and the two dogs enjoy their romp in the snow.
Maclear, Kyo, 1970- author
2020
"When a little girl and her younger brother are forced along with their family to flee the home they've always known, they must learn to make a new home for themselves--wherever they are. And sometimes the smallest things-- a cup, a blanket, a lamp, a flower, a story--can become a port of hope in a terrible storm. As the refugees travel onward toward an uncertain future, they are buoyed up by their hopes, dreams and the stories they tell--a story that will carry them perpetually forward."-- Amazon.com.
Reynolds, Peter H. (Peter Hamilton), 1961- auteur, illustrateur
2020
Au fil des pages, l'auteur invite ainsi les enfants à être eux-mêmes, mais également à croquer dans la vie à pleines dents, à bien s'entourer et à devenir un être humain sensible aux autres, persévérant, étrange, coloré, compréhensif, libre penseur, avide de nouvelles expériences, à l'aise de passer du temps avec lui-même, prêt à demander de l'aide... Un être humain qui est authentique et qui sera toujours aimé, peu importe ses choix.
Van Camp, Richard, auteur
2020
Tout petit toi est un ouvrage parfait pour être regardé, lu à voix haute ou même chanté à tous les petits qui vous entourent… ou qui partageront votre vie bientôt !
Bouchard, David, 1952- author
2020
'We Learn from the Sun' is an Indigenous rhyming poem with colourful illustrations about the seven sacred teachings that can be learned from the sun. This richly illustrated book by Metis writer David Bouchard and Metis illustrator Kristy Cameron, weaves together Woodland style paintings with a rhythmic poem about the spiritual lessons that we can learn from the Sun and the seven sacred teachings.
Jeffers, Oliver, author, illustrator
2020
A father and his young daughter gather their tools and begin building a future where love can be set aside until it is needed, enemies become friends, and exploration is key.
McClure, Nikki, author, illustrator
2020
Follows a family through one day and muses in the possibilities that the day holds--from enjoying treats at the bakery, to admiring handmade goods from local artisan shops, to observing the new construction in town.
Pippins, Andrea, author
2020
A picture book about how family and community help shape the wonderful people our children become.
