Jaime Kim
Author
Language
English
Description
An exuberant and relatable picture book about sibling rivalry, ballet, and finding your free-form self. Confidence goes a long way, and so does practice -- but the support of a loving family and community matters even more in this winsome tale of dancing your way into your own unique talents. Tessie has taken ballet for a whole month and thinks she has it down. If it weren't for her big sister, Maya, who seems to own the spotlight, Tessie would dazzle...
Author
Series
The goblin twins volume 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Two 601-year-old goblin tricksters dokkaebi from Korea go on an unexpected Halloween adventure in New York City.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
"In a unique take on the cumulative classic "This Is the House That Jack Built, " a family gathers with friends and neighbors to share a meal around a table that brims with associations: napkins sewn by Mom, glasses from Mom and Dad's wedding, silverware gifted to Dad by his grandma long ago. Not to mention the squash from the garden, the bread baked by Gran, and the pies made by the young narrator (with a little help). Serving up a diverse array...
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Celebrating the power of human connection, while encouraging empathy and acts of generosity, this story follows two refugee brothers as they journey to a sheltering beach where they are welcomed by fellow survivors.
Author
Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"The planet we call home has mountains that stretch from the Earth, and those mountains have streams that swell in the sun, and those streams lead to rivers that meander by towns, and on and on--all interconnected and all dependent on one another. And throughout it all is us, the people who call this planet home, and who care for its many wonders and help keep it beautiful and vibrant for generations to come." --
10) The aquanaut
Author
Publisher
Tundra Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"A picture book autobiography about Jill Heinerth's experiences as a female diver, exploring life under the water"--
12) ¿De dónde eres?
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
Español
Description
Cuando se le pregunta a una chica de dónde es, de dónde es realmente, ninguna de sus respuestas parece ser la correcta. Sin estar segura de cómo responder, se dirige a su abuelo amoroso en busca de ayuda. Él no le da la respuesta que ella espera. Le da una aún mejor.
13) Thanks a lot
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Raffi's beloved song about gratitude is available for the first time in a board book edition that readers will treasure. As a little boy explores his neighborhood, he takes time to appreciate it--the sun in the sky, the birds in spring, and the wonder within him. Raffi's popular and catchy song encourages mindfulness and gratitude in kids for their worlds, their families, and themselves. Adorable illustrations by Jaime Kim are just right for bringing...
14) Isle of you
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Some days are harder to get through than others, but when you're sad, or lonely, or angry, it helps to remember these words: the Isle of You. Take a moment to shake off your worries, then set sail to a land where your dreams can come true. Soar on the back of an eagle, hunt for treasure, watch dancing polar bears on roller skates -- anything you can imagine is yours. Hopeful and dreamlike, Jaime Kim's paintings illuminate a way for young readers to...
15) La la la
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Follows a singing girl's fruitless search for a friend in her world, until one night when her song is finally heard by someone who understands.
Author
Publisher
[Library Ideas, LLC]
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
Español
Description
When a girl is asked where she is from, where she really is from, none of her answers seems to be correct. Not sure how to respond, she turns to her loving grandfather for help. He does not give her the answer she expects. It gives you an even better one. Where am I from?
17) I am a bird
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
A boy and his father enjoy a day at the beach and see how things are connected, as a bird that can fly leads to a fly that will land, that leads to land stretching to the sea.