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This joyful and soothing read-aloud, about noticing all the wonderful things around you, is a bedtime gem that''s illustrated in gorgeous cut-paper collages by husband-and-wife team Sophia Haas and New York Times Best Illustrated winner Daniel Salmieri.A walk home from school is an opportunity to observe all the happy details along the way: puffy clouds next to an airplane, the twisty slide next to swinging swings, a backhoe next to a big hole. When you really take the time to observe, there are so many interesting things to see in every moment of every day. What''s next to you?From school to home, afternoon to bedtime, this cheerful book invites children to look closely and with delight at the objects all around them.

When a loved one dies, grief can isolate us as if we?re hiding under an umbrella of sadness. This touching and wise story will comfort the readers who need it most.Anna never goes anywhere without her umbrella. Not since the stormy day of her father?s funeral. Under her umbrella, she feels safe?safe to be angry and sad. She refuses to put away her umbrella no matter the weather, both outside and in. And then one rainy day she notices a boy getting drenched, and when she invites him under the umbrella with her, things begin to change.This heartfelt story explores how grief, like an umbrella, protects us, but also blocks light from our lives. However, with time and healing and help from a friend, we can lower our umbrella to see the sun. And maybe even a rainbow.

Learn all about the weather in this leveled reader! TIME for Kids helps young readers develop critical reading skills at any age and understand how to engage with the world around them.Have you ever wondered how rain drops form and fall from the sky? Or why some snowflakes stick to the ground while others melt away instantly? Or if the wind can be strong enough to blow buildings away? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this photo-filled early reader perfect for young meteorologists in the making.

An affirming, heartfelt picture book about a Native American boy proudly growing out his hair and basking in the knowledge that braids are beautiful.Each morning, Dad brushes the knots from his son?s long hair to braid it. The boy winces at the tugging, and at school he''s teased for his braid. But he remembers the stories of how his father and grandpa were forced to cut their hair and forbidden from practicing their traditions when they were young, and how they fought to make it possible for him to wear his hair long. Although it can hurt, having long hair ultimately makes him feel brave and strong.This powerful picture book by author-illustrator Weshoyot Alvitre examines the traumatic history of colonization and reclaims Native pride in long hair, delivering a tender father-son story that''s perfect for fans of Hair Love and Love in the Library.

From debut author Brittany Pomales comes a hilarious tale about a young king who, on the morning of his birthday party, decides everything that starts with the letter P must go!King Liam is known for his king-sized meltdowns. So when he has a dream that his birthday party was going to be ruined, he takes drastic measures. The only problem is that he can''t remember what was going to ruin the party, just that it started with the letter P! Everything must go! Obviously the party is postponed, but he also says goodbye to pepperoni pizza, pinatas, pants (long, short, old, new, smarty, fancy), parrots; even the royal goat, Percival (after he''s eaten all of the abandoned pants), and more.But... when he sends away all of the people, he finds himself positively alone. On his birthday. Will King Liam ever discover what that pesky and problematic P is?Brittany Pomales''s gift for humor and heart shines in this book that children and adults alike will relate to. Illustrated by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Dr. Seuss''s Horse Museum, Andrew Joyner, It Started with a P will delight and entertain readers of all ages.

A tender and heartwarming collection of babies? first joys, as shared with loved ones.Playing, loving, cuddling, growing up, and discovering the world… A little one?s life is full of joyous moments! This beautiful board book showcases a few of those special moments and how they may be paralleled by animals and humans. Simple joys like taking a bath, smelling a flower, discovering a new food, or playing with siblings are carefully curated into this collection of ?firsts? that everyone can celebrate.

A lyrical picture book from the award-winning author of Heavy, about three Black boys who form a deep connection during a transformative summer trip down South to visit family.On the ground of that garden, covered in vegetables and dirt, coated in laughter, I want to say that the Mississippi and New York in our Black boy bodies were indistinguishable. Three Black boys spend one special summer exploring the Mississippi woods and woulds and coulds of sharing the kind of freeing friendship that is love.Watched over and given space to discover by Grandmama and Mama Lara, New York, Country, and little C find camaraderie in their contrasts and all the unspoken things between them while playing games of marco polo in the thick garden and sledding on cardboard by the underpass. With text brimming with love by award-winning author Kiese Laymon and deeply evocative illustrations by Ashley Franklin, City Summer, Country Summer illuminates the tenuous and tender bonds of friendship Black boys forge with one another.

Introducing an irresistible new character, sure to capture the hearts (and giggles) of readers everywhere!This one-of-a-kind picture book is a guaranteed laugh for messy kids ages 0?99."Whole-hog fun."--Kirkus ReviewsWhen Piggle''s parents let him know that they''ll be stopping by, preparing for their visit seems positively easy. All he has to do is put away several months'' worth of laundry, remove an extraordinary amount of trash, and wipe down any surfaces that might be covered in grime and mildew (which is all of them). And wait... who is that living in the washing machine? Nothing your average pig can''t handle!Children who dread room-cleaning day, adults who freeze up when facing the task of housecleaning, or just about anyone who has faced down a sink full of dishes will find Piggle''s struggle relatable. Uniquely hilarious, Piggle the Pig will delight readers as he faces the universal struggle of preparing for unanticipated houseguests.Perfect for fans of Don''t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and the Pig the Pug series!

A new picture book from Simran Jeet Singh, A Vaisakhi to Remember celebrates community and heritage as a young girl looks for points of connection in a new country through the joyous Sikh spring harvest holiday of Vaisakhi.In our village, the best day of all was Vaisakhi, the spring harvest festival . . . When a Sikh family moves from their village in India to a faraway city on the other side of the world, a girl yearns for her grandmother''s hugs, her goat Ramu, and the lush fields filled with yellow flowers and wheat. How will they celebrate Vaisakhi in her new and unfamiliar surroundings?But the girl soon discovers soothing touchstones?a special outfit, a trip to gurdwara, delicious food, and new friends?that make gathering for Vaisakhi still the best day of all.With gorgeous, intricate illustrations by debut children?s book illustrator Japneet Kaur, this touching story from Simran Jeet Singh shows us that while life changes, home is where we build community and carry traditions forward.

Start learning American Sign Language (ASL) with this guide to the most essential everyday ASL phrases and words.If you are a parent looking for an accessible guide to ASL basics for your hearing child, then look no further than Pocket Genius American Sign Language.Perfect for our young readers aged 8-12, this guide combines clear, step-by-step illustrations with simple, to-the-point instructions for signing words, phrases, and sentences in ASL.This compact ASL guide for children offers: A pocket-sized but detailed guide, fitting all the important information into one small package.Easy-to-follow chapters and information suitable for children aged 8+ supported by simple illustrations, instructions, and top tips to learn ASL.Clear step-by-step illustrations make it easy to practice and master each sign.This Pocket Genius series is perfect for all hearing children, whether they are young readers just beginning to explore ASL or little geniuses who are experts already!The illustrations also capture the nuances of each sign?from hand movements to body language and facial expressions?to help your child master the language basics quickly and easily. The pocket size of this book lets them carry it wherever they are?at home, in school, or on the playground.

A sharp and heartfelt picture book about a young soccer-loving girl who?s an interpreter for her Spanish-speaking parents.Some kids have one job: to be a kid! Cecilia has two. When she isn''t on the soccer field scoring goals, she''s accompanying her parents to all kinds of grown-up places, like the DMV, the accountant''s office, and the auto shop. She helps them translate from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish. It?s an important job, and it can even be fun. It?s also hard work. Sometimes Cecilia''s second job is so much responsibility, it feels like she''ll split in two! Is it time for Cecilia to blow her whistle and call for a time-out?Olivia Abtahi?s clever text and Monica Arnaldo?s charming illustrations capture a common aspect of life for immigrant and bilingual families while offering a model for teamwork that helps everyone feel understood.

From acclaimed New Yorker cartoonist Liana Finck comes a validating and heartfelt feelings book like none other.This exploration of mixed and wide-ranging emotions is presented in illustrated vignettes and beautifully articulate text. Each spread portrays a specific scenario involving a child and a phrase that reminds readers (young and old) that not all feelings can be summed up in a single word, or occur singularly. The text ?Mostly happy but a little sad? accompanies a child leaving for the beach, but waving goodbye to his dog. ?Like I?m trying hard to have fun?  shows a child at a loud party, covering their ears. In her trademark style and funny-because-it?s-real approach, Finck has created a deeply insightful book on feelings that validates the way we all experience the world.