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Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Formats
Description
A young girl explores the vibrant rainbow of items for sale in a southern Indian street market as she searches for a gift for her mother. Includes facts about the items mentioned and markets around the world, as well as photographs taken by the author in her hometown of Chennai, India.
Author
Publisher
What on Earth Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Where is the cat? Well, it depends on how you look at it. Our mischievous furry friend is under the wobbly table. And it is also on the blue rug, in the yelllow room, in the pink house, next to the noisy park, in the crowded city, and even in the Milky Way galaxy. This charming and stylish picture book helps children learn their place in the larger world and reminds us that even when we are apart, we are all connected."--Back cover.
3) Ethiopia
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Selam! It's a beautiful day in Ethiopia with Babi (Daddy). Have a breakfast of spicy chechebsa together, ride horses in the park and gather around the mesob for dinner. Ethiopian author Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam and illustrator Netsanet Tesfay draw on their personal experiences of life in Ethiopia to create this sweet board book as part of the Our World series for very young readers."--from Amazon.com.
4) Argentina
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Come along for a day of exploring the sights and sounds of Argentina from morning light to city night. Snack on medialunas, count the stalls at la feria and ride the caballito on the carousel. Argentinian author and illustrator Aixa Pérez-Prado and Mariana Ruiz Johnson (Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes, Run Little Chaski, The Last Hazlenut) draw on their lived experiences in Argentina to create an authentic picture of modern Argentinian life as part...
5) India
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Come along for a day in India! Wake to a myna bird's song, dine on dal, count mango trees and more. Author Meera Sriram (A Gift for Amma, Dumpling Day) and illustrator Neethi draw on their personal experience of life in India to create this appealing board book as part of the Our World Series for very young readers."--Amazon.com
6) Australia
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Let's spend a day in Australia! Fish at a secret fishing spot, surf at the beach and play backyard cricket before enjoying a treat at the night market. Wadjiginy author Maree McCarthy Yoelu and Australian illustrator Sophie Beer draw on their experiences living in Australia to create this appealing board book as part of the Our World series for very young readers."--from Amazon.com.
7) China
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Nǐ hǎo! Let's spend a day in China! Fly kites in the square, buy sweet lychee at the market and go paddle boating at the lake. Author Songju Ma Daemicke and illustrator Jam Dong draw on their personal experiences growing up in China to create this appealing board book as part of the Our World Series for very young readers."--from Amazon.com.
8) Brazil
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Let's spend a day in Brazil! Ride the ônibus to the beach, drink sugar cane juice at the feira and play capoeira. Brazilian author Ana Siquiera and illustrator Ana Matsusaki draw on their personal experiences living in Brazil to create this appealing board book as part of the Our World Series for very young readers."--Amazon.com
10) Kenya
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Habari! Spend a day in Kenya savoring fluffy mandazis, counting the colorful mabati roofs, and playing a game of kati kati. Author Ma̐mouna Jallow and illustrator Lulu Kitololo draw on their personal experiences of Kenya to create this vibrant board book as part of the Our World series for very young readers."--Amazon
11) Colombia
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"¡Hola! Come along for a day of exploring the sights and sounds of Colombia from the farm to the city. Join Beb̌ and Perrito as they snack on arepa con chocolate, visit the market, dance cumbia, and count whales in the waves. Colombian author Alexandra Alessandri and illustrator Manu Montoya draw on their personal experiences to create this vibrant board book as part of the Our World series for very young readers."--Amazon
Author
Series
Publisher
Golden Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Get ready to explore Boston with Beanie the Boston Terrier as your guide! This Little Golden Book highlights major attractions of this "wicked awesome" city, including Paul Revere's House, Fenway Park, the Greenway Carousel, and the Franklin Park Zoo. Plus, there are great activity ideas, such as riding in a swan boat, enjoying a frosty Boston frappe, and following the Freedom Trail! This book is perfect for families with young kids who are visiting...
13) Ukraine
Author
Series
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Slava Ukraini! Let's spend a day in Ukraine. Paint eggs, picnic in the park surrounded by paper angels, and take a trip to the river. Ukrainian author Kateryna Yehorushkina and illustrator Olga Shtonda draw on their personal experiences to create this touching board book as part of the Our World series for very young readers."--Amazon
14) Thunder Boy Jr
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Thunder Boy Jr. wants a normal name ... one that's all his own. Dad is known as Big Thunder, but Little Thunder doesn't want to share a name"--
Author
Publisher
Inhabit Media Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Nadia Sammurtok lovingly invites the reader into the amautik--the pouch in the back of a mother's parka used to carry a child--to experience everything through the eyes of the baby nestled inside, from the cloudlike softness of the pouch to the glistening sound of Anaana's laughter."--
Author
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"This upbeat story depicts residents of a high-rise apartment building in the Bronx, New York, who are dancing down to their neighborhood block party. From samba-dancing nurses to reggaeton-loving firefighters, this unique song-story introduces 10 kinds of Latin, Afro-Latin, and African American dance and music from throughout the Americas. Readers can count along in English and Spanish as they visit each floor of the building! Endnotes provide more...
17) Tiger walk
Author
Publisher
Otter-Barry Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
One day Tom draws a tiger, inspired by his visit to the art gallery... That night, when Tom can't sleep, the tiger pads out of his drawing and purrs, "Let's go for a walk!" It's the beginning of a magical and life-changing adventure, as the tiger helps Tom to overcome some of his biggest fears.
19) The joyful book
Author
Language
English
Description
Whether it's celebrating a holiday, sharing a meal, or learning new things, The Joyful Book inspires readers of all ages to spread the joy near and far, to loved ones and friends. With his renowned blend of warmth, humor, and heart, Todd Parr encourages young readers to look for ways that joy surrounds them in some of the world's most widely celebrated holidays, from Hanukkah to Kwanzaa to Lunar New Year.
Author
Publisher
St Martin's Press
Pub. Date
[2020].
Language
English
Description
There's lots for toddlers to explore in See, Touch, Feel: ABC. Following on from Priddy's exciting new title See, Touch, Feel: Create, publishing in Fall 2019, this sturdy board book is specially designed to stimulate toddlers through creative pictures and help them learn first words.
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