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Cool Cats Counting

Cool Cats Counting

Written by Sherry Shahan and Illustrated by Paula Barragán
Cool Cats Counting is a vibrant bilingual picture book that introduces young children to numbers and animals through a lively Latin American lens. Using a mix of English and Spanish, the story features rhythmic text and bold illustrations of animals like salsa-dancing pigs and cats doing the jitterbug.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Cleverest Thief

The Cleverest Thief

Written by Padma Venkatraman and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
The Cleverest Thief is an inspiring children's picture book that retells a timeless Buddhist folktale from India about honesty and integrity. When the leader of a monastery asks his young monks to steal something without being seen, only one student realizes the true meaning of the challenge.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Bakers Dozen

The Baker's Dozen

Written by Heather Forest and Illustrated by Susan Gaber
In The Baker's Dozen, a greedy baker in Colonial America learns a tough lesson after trying to cheat his customers. After a mysterious woman curses his shop, he discovers that being fair and kind is the real secret to success.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Anansi and the Pot of Beans

Anansí and the Pot of Beans

Written by Bobby Norfolk and Sherry Norfolk and Illustrated by Baird Hoffmire
When Anansí ignores his grandmother's warning, he finds himself in a funny and messy situation that explains why spiders have no hair today. This Story Cove picture book is perfect for young readers who love humor, colorful characters, and learning important life lessons.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Zigzag

Zigzag

Written by Robert D. San Souci and Illustrated by Stefan Czernecki
After being teased and pushed out of a toy shop, Zigzag must stay hopeful and keep moving forward to find the one child who will love him just as he is. This heartwarming story features bright, quilted illustrations and teaches readers that being different is what makes us special.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Billy Brown and the Belly Button Beastie

Billy Brown and the Belly Button Beastie

Written by Bobby Norfolk and Sherry Norfolk
In this humorous adaptation of a Japanese folktale, a young boy discovers the legendary Belly Button Beastie is real after ignoring his mother’s warnings about kicking off his blankets at night.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Peppa Pig: Family Trip

Peppa Pig: Family Trip

Written by Scholastic and Illustrated by EOne
Peppa and her family embark on a "magnifico" vacation to Italy where they fly on an airplane, meet new friends, and learn to make pizza.
Pre-K - K
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The Boy and the Violin

The Boy and the Violin

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Sheyla Nogueira
Elias makes some animal friends – and embarks on a surprising adventure in South America!
Pre-K - 1st
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Little Lady Phenola

Written by Mildred M. Stokes and Illustrated by Almar Denso
Can you keep a secret? Sometimes a best kept secret needs to fly free. Phenola had one. But on one day, she let it out! Grandpa is clever, and storytelling is his "go to" whenever his artsy self takes a break. Phenola is curious. She likes to explore. "How can I learn to believe what I think about myself, my friends, and the BIG, BIG world I dream?" she wondered.
Pre-K - 3rd
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The Christmas Sweater

Written and Illustrated by Jan Brett
It’s Christmas morning, and Theo’s Yiayia has knitted his dog, Ari, a special red sweater. But when Ari shows his disinterest in the gift, Theo steps in to show his grandmother just how much they appreciate her kindness.
Pre-K - 3rd
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A Spooktacular Party!

A Spooktacular Party!

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Nurdan Fenerci
Edgar is worried when his weird new neighbors invite him over for a Halloween celebration!
Pre-K - 1st
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Too Many Toys

Too Many Toys

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Ekaterina Ladatko
Is there such a thing as too many cuddly toys? Not according to Alice and her special friends.
Pre-K - 1st
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Olive, The Other Reindeer

Olive, The Other Reindeer

Written by Vivian Walsh and Illustrated by J. otto Seibold
Olive is merrily preparing for Christmas when suddenly she realizes "Olive... the other Reindeer... I thought I was a dog. Hmmm, I must be a Reindeer!" So she quickly hops aboard the polar express and heads to the North Pole.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!

Written and Illustrated by Mo Willems
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—for driving a sleigh! ’Tis also the season—for driving a sleigh! Oh, and joy to the—driving a sleigh! The Pigeon has made a list and checked it once. Can his holiday dream come true? Or will The Pigeon be left out in the cold?
Pre-K - 2nd
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Baby Elephant

Baby Elephant

Written by Christine Kelly and Illustrated by Roisin Hahessy
A humorous story about Tilly, who gets confused when her mom says she has a baby in her belly and prepares for a very unexpected arrival!
Pre-K - 1st
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Pim the Coolest Penguin

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Luke Flowers
A heartwarming story about Pim, a penguin who loses his feathers and learns that what makes him different can actually make him special!
Pre-K - 1st
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Fox and Owl's Winter Adventure (Animal Friends Through the Seasons)

Written by Jackie Liu and Illustrated by Moonlie Fong Whittaker
In a gentle tale set against a snowy woodland backdrop, Ember the fox and her friend Flint the owl explore the excitement and beauty that winter brings.
Pre-K - 1st
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The Crayons Go Back to School

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
The Crayons are getting ready to go back to school, and each crayon has a subject they’re looking forward to the most. They’re also ready to meet new friends . . . and let loose during their very favorite time of day: art class.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Scott Campbell
Roderick hates going to bed, and the young boy has become quite resourceful in coming up with ways to delay the dreaded hour when the lights must go out.
Pre-K - 1st
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Love From The Crayons

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
Love is yellow and orange. Because love is sunny and warm. Discover all the bright colors and subtle shades of love with this charming new book, featuring everyone’s favorite coloring crew.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Buc-ee Goes to School

Buc-ee Goes To School

Written by Katherine Aplin
Buc-ee Goes to School is a fun and heartwarming picture book that follows Buc-ee as he prepares for the first day of school, meets new friends, and learns important lessons about kindness, curiosity, and being yourself.
Pre-K - 3rd
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Green is for Christmas

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
When Green Crayon claims that green is the only color for Christmas, the other Crayons let him know that there would be no Christmas without them either. No candy canes or Santa without Red, no snow without White, no bells or stars without Silver, and no cookies or reindeer without Tan! The Crayons agree that they all need to come together to make Christmas special.
Pre-K - 2nd
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The Crayons' Christmas

Written by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
’Tis the season for all of us to write our holiday wish lists. But everyone—even the Crayons—know the best presents are the ones that you give. In this unique book, readers get to see how Duncan, The Crayons, and their families celebrate the holidays.
Pre-K - 2nd
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My Zen Friend

My Zen Friend

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Catherine Ranzikova
Kim loves adventures... especially if his panda pal comes with him!
Pre-K - 1st

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