Blog Category: 101 Picture Book Challenge

Downloadable, Streaming Fun for Families and Kids

Posted 6 months ago by Library News

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

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Thunder Cake and Other Wise Tales by Patricia Polacco

Posted about 1 year ago 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.

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Picture Books with Positive Vibes

Posted about 1 year ago by Patti L

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

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What Do You Mean I Can't Throw?

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

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

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Picture Books That Zoom

Posted about 1 year ago by Eric P

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.

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Tell Me a Story! Picture Books for Young Storytellers

Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT

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

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What's in the Egg? Picture Books Featuring Eggs

Posted about 1 year ago 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!

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How to Help a Friend!

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

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

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Friendship Stories for Children

Posted about 1 year ago by Patti L

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

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Mysterious Mother Search

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

Endearing picture books featuring mother and child.

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Peculiar versions of the Three Little Pigs

Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT

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

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Fantastic Books for Kids by African American Authors

Posted about 1 year ago 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.

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Picture Books About Imagination

Posted about 1 year ago 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.

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Modern Folktale Adaptations for Kids

Posted about 1 year ago by Cindy V

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

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Picture Books That Introduce Sensitive Topics

Posted about 1 year ago 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.

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Counting Books for Preschoolers

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

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

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Picture Books Featuring Animal Adventures Perfect for Preschoolers

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

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

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10 Delightful Dog Books Perfect for Young Children

Posted about 1 year ago by Patti L

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

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Adorable Bedtime Stories for Children featuring Owls

Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT

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

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Fun Stories for Kids from Preschool through Grade 2

Posted about 1 year ago by Heidi Y.

Fun stories for kids full of humor and great illustrations.

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Inspiring Picture Books About Inventors, Scientists and Perseverance

Posted about 1 year ago by Cindy V

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

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Great Stories for Kids that Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Posted about 1 year ago by Maria RT

Children's picture books celebrating Hispanic Heritage.

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Good Day, Good Reads

Posted about 1 year ago 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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Picture Books Featuring Feisty, Self-Confident Heroines

Posted over 2 years ago by Patti L

Stories featuring fun stories and spunky heroines.

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The Stories Come Alive in These Beautifully Illustrated Picture Books Celebrating Hispanic Heritage

Posted over 2 years ago by Maria RT

Picture books featuring stories focused on Hispanic heritage, culture and folktales.

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