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Pepita meets bebita

Family pup Pepita must learn how to welcome a fussy new baby into the home.

 
Our dragon

"What are two parents to do when their beloved little dragon keeps breathing fire all over the house?"--

 
One more jar of jam

"A girl experiences the cycles of the seasons and of life courtesy of her family's mulberry tree and a communal love of jam"--

 
Nothing's wrong! - a hare, a bear, and some pie to share

When Anders the hare insists that nothing is wrong, Jeff the bear gets his friend to share what is bothering him by giving him space while still being supportive.

 
Noodle conquers Comfy Mountain

As he prepares for a no bones day, Noodle the pug decides to rest on the top of Comfy Mountain, but finds his ascent harder than he anticipated.

 
My block looks like

"A picture book that recognizes the beauty of the bodegas, subways, and playgrounds that characterize everyday life in the Bronx and pays homage to the ways that its residents have shaped pop culture through music, visual art, and dance"--

 
The monster above the bed

"A monstrously fun story that puts a wholesome twist on a familiar fear. Blossom loves jumping snake, swimming in the bog, and playing slime ball. She doesn't love the creepy sounds above her bed that no one else seems to notice. Determined to get to thetop of it once and for all, Blossom hatches a plan that leads her to find courage and a new friend. This is a wholesome twist on a familiar fear that will make you wonder-what do the monsters under our beds think about us?"--

 
The loud librarian

When loud-voiced Penelope becomes student-librarian, she is determined to prove she is perfect for the job while staying true to herself.

 
Llama Llama's little lie

Llama Llama learns the importance of telling the truth, even if it is hard to say.

 
Little Red

Katie and her truck Little Red help fellow vehicles during a snowstorm.

 
Lawrence & Sophia

When Lawrence and Sophia meet and become friends, they find ways to enjoy each other's company without leaving their own safe spots, but when a storm comes, they both venture out of their comfort zones to see if the other is ok.

 
The mermaid with no tail

"Dive into this illustrated picture book based on Jessica's story, where a mermaid with no tail decides she wants to compete in the Mermaid Games. The other mermaids make fun of her for being different. But her adoptive turtle parents are supportive and encouraging, and her shark coach, Phelpsy, teaches her to swim using her arms. The mermaid trains hard, maintains a good attitude, and eventually wins the games"--

 
The knowing

Using her signature folk style, the Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, political activist, and feminist icon weaves a story that incorporates themes of individual power and collective responsibility.

 
Kevin goes first

"When Kevin and his friends discover a mysterious ladder, everyone wants to know what is at the top, and who gets to find out first"--

 
Just one little light

Reminds readers that even one small act of kindness can provide a glimmer of hope and bring about change.

 
Just a worm

Upset at being called "just a worm," worm sets out around the garden to find out what the other insects do, and discover his own role in keeping the garden healthy.

 
Is this love? - a family story based on the song by Bob Marley

This joyful and uplifting adaptation of one of Bob Marley's best-loved songs follows a young girl who, the moment she sees her baby sister, is overcome by love and vows to treat her right, every day and every night.

 
Is this . . . Easter?

"An egg left by a bunny causes comical chaos among a group of animals as they try to come to a consensus on whether it's time to celebrate the holiday--or breakfast"--

 
The imposter

"Skunk wants to be a dog. Everyone loves dogs. And every dog seems to have exactly what he's looking for: a home and a family. When Skunk sees a "lost" poster for Max the dog, he wonders if he can pass himself off as the missing pet. He enlists the help of three neighborhood critters-a racoon, a cat, and a squirrel-who train him in the art of being a dog with hilarious results. But, uh-oh, there's just one thing Skunk didn't account for"--

 
I'm going to be a princess / written by Stephanie Taylor ; illustrated by Jade Orlando.

This funny, feminist narrative follows Maya as she learns about the achievements of some amazing Black women while pondering what she wants to be when she grows up and is especially captivated by a brave Nigerian princess.

 

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