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Picture Books of the Lost... and Found

Posted 12/08/20 by Eric P

Some of the world's greatest picture books are about losing things, and I have a list of them right here... wait a minute, where did that list go?

Encouraging Children to Read

Posted 11/10/20 by Jozlyn H

A short guide with tips to keep your children on their reading journey, plus a few recommendations for along the way.

Downloadable, Streaming Fun for Families and Kids

Posted 03/19/20 by Library News

Use Library resources to make the most of your time at home!

Thunder Cake and Other Wise Tales by Patricia Polacco

Posted 06/28/19 by Patti L

Grandma has a special recipe to cure a child’s fear of thunder in our featured book Thunder Cake. Also included are more warm and wonderful books by children’s author Patricia Polacco.

Picture Books with Positive Vibes

Posted 05/24/19 by Patti L

Parr’s books have high kid-appeal and radiate positive messages of peace, love, thankfulness, humor and joy.

What Do You Mean I Can't Throw?

Posted 05/16/19 by Heidi Y.

A wonderful selection of children's picture books perfect to read anytime.

The medium of the picture book -- with its emphasis on visuals and uninhibited imagination -- is able to tell a story by moving and swooping from place to place and from time to time with as much energy as a big-budget movie.

Tell Me a Story! Picture Books for Young Storytellers

Posted 05/02/19 by Maria RT

Captivating illustrations in these almost wordless picture books will encourage children to make up their own stories.

What's in the Egg? Picture Books Featuring Eggs

Posted 04/11/19 by Patti L

You never know what surprising and extraordinary animal may pop out of an egg! All kinds of picture books featuring eggs are posted here. Happy Spring!

How to Help a Friend!

Posted 03/29/19 by Heidi Y.

Timeless picture books demonstrating the power of friendship that are great to read anytime.

Friendship Stories for Children

Posted 03/15/19 by Patti L

Through thick and thin, best friends are on our side. Here are stories that remind us to treasure our BFF’s!

Mysterious Mother Search

Posted 02/22/19 by Heidi Y.

Endearing picture books featuring mother and child.

Peculiar versions of the Three Little Pigs

Posted 02/15/19 by Maria RT

Inventive takes on the classic fairy tale The Three Little Pigs.

Picture Books By African American Authors

Fantastic Books for Kids by African American Authors

Posted 02/08/19 by Patti L

In celebration of Black History Month, we compiled a list of picture books to read with your child by noted African American authors. Some inspire young minds, some are just for fun, and all are perfect for enjoying together.

Harold Drawing Harold With His Purple Crayon

Picture Books About Imagination

Posted 02/01/19 by Eric P

With a purple crayon like the one Harold has, a person could solve all kinds of problems. This post includes a ton of imaginative picture books kids and parents will appreciate.

Modern Folktale Adaptations for Kids

Posted 01/22/19 by Cindy V

Fabulous folktale adaptations that are sure to entertain children of all ages.

Picture Books That Introduce Sensitive Topics

Posted 01/04/19 by Patti L

A selection of endearing stories for young children that focus on a variety of topics like family, friends, gender identity, individuality, love, marriage, tolerance, self-acceptance, kindness, respect, mental disabilities, nonconformity, teasing, social issues, emotions, immigrants, racism, friendship and courage.

Counting Books for Preschoolers

Posted 12/28/18 by Heidi Y.

A variety of counting books to teach young children about numbers in an entertaining way.

Picture Books Featuring Animal Adventures Perfect for Preschoolers

Posted 11/30/18 by Heidi Y.

Fun picture books for kids featuring animal adventures and humorous stories.

10 Delightful Dog Books Perfect for Young Children

Posted 11/23/18 by Patti L

Entertaining dog books that are perfect for kids ages 4-8.

Adorable Bedtime Stories for Children featuring Owls

Posted 11/16/18 by Maria RT

Colorful and expressive picture books where owls take center stage. Perfect for reading to your kids at bedtime or anytime.

Fun Stories for Kids from Preschool through Grade 2

Posted 11/09/18 by Heidi Y.

Fun stories for kids full of humor and great illustrations.

Inspiring Picture Books About Inventors, Scientists and Perseverance

Posted 10/19/18 by Cindy V

Stories featuring characters with spunk, engineers, inventors, scientists, architects, doctors, computer programmers and the incredible power of persistence.

Great Stories for Kids that Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Posted 10/12/18 by Maria RT

Children's picture books celebrating Hispanic Heritage.

Good Day, Good Reads

Posted 10/05/18 by Eric P

Some days are good; some days aren't. As this picture book makes clear, it's as simple -- and as complicated -- as that.

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