Celebrate Family Literacy/Children’s Book Week

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Hill, Melanie Heuiser, author.

"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 of dishes and faces, this warm and welcoming story is poised to become a savored part of Thanksgiving traditions to come. A beautifully illustrated celebration of bounty and gratitude, family and friendship, perfect for the holidays and every day."--provided by publisher.

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Novak, B. J., author, narrator.

"In this book with no pictures, the reader has to say every silly word, no matter what"-- Provided by publisher.

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Murphy, Frank, author.

A celebration of all kinds of families from sprawling extended families and close-knit units to adopted and chosen families.

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Murguia, Bethanie Deeney, author, illustrator.

"Have you ever thought about how your favorite things became your favorites in the first place? Sometimes picking a favorite can be easy: you know from the moment you see it. And sometimes, selecting one can take a little longer as you consider all the options. The choice is yours: you can have many favorites or none at all. You might even find that your favorite changes. From colors to animals to the perfect hat, there are so many things to love ... and even help you learn a little about yourself in the process. Playful and thought-provoking, this cheerful rhyming story encourages young readers to reflect on how they make decisions and pick their own favorite, or two."--Amazon.

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Beaty, Andrea, author.

From walking through rain to playing pirates with swords, parents list ways their children are loved and adored.

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Young, Jessica (Jessica E.), author.

"A child and parent journey through life together--always remembering that even if the other is far away they can meet in their dreams"-- Provided by publisher.

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Degman, Lori, author.

Rhyming text celebrates reading in its many forms as it follows a diverse group of children who read wherever and whenever they can.

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Dewdney, Anna, author.

Throughout the school day, the teacher helps Llama Llama and the other children practice their letters, shows word cards, reads stories, and brings them to the library where they can all choose a favorite book. By the end of the day, Llama Llama is recognizing words and can't wait to show Mama Llama that he's becoming a reader!

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Chapin, Tom, author.

Using the lyrics to Tom Chapin and Michael Mark's "The Library Song," this picture book celebrates the magic of reading and of libraries.

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Johnson, Chelsea, author.

"Written by three celebrated women of color sociologists, Love without Bounds: An IntersectionAllies Book about Families is a joyful, heartwarming celebration of family in all its forms: multicultural families; LGBTQ+ families; adoptive and foster care families; single-parent and blended families; transnational families; families impacted by incarceration, detention, and deportation; chosen families; military families; and more. By focusing on the choices families make to persistently love and care for one another in the face of inequality and inequity, Love without Bounds is a necessary resource to make sure all kids feel seen and loved for who they are in community with each another."-- Publisher marketing.

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Belt, Gabriela Orozco, author.

"When Maribel's family has to move in with Tía Carmen because Papi lost his job, Maribel and her sister feel unsettled. It's not always easy sharing a room or being in a house full of loud cousins, but Papi reminds the girls that it's only por un ratito--just for a little while. In the meantime, there is always someone to play with, the mealtimes are filled with music and laughter, and bedtime is for snuggling in tight"-- Provided by publisher.

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Chung, Arree, author.

After breaking up, the colors must re-evaluate what it means to be a family.

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Glazer, Anya, author, illustrator.

Thesaurus is an ordinary dinosaur who loves words...but he's keeping a big secret from the other dinosaurs.

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Stewart, Sarah, author.

Illustrations and easy-to-read text celebrate the connection between diverse readers of all ages and the books they enjoy.

Summaries provided by DPL's catalog unless otherwise noted. Click on each title to view more information.

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