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OOPA’S World of Words

OOPA’S World of Words

Written by Rupa Mehta and Illustrated by Kelly Gillin-Schwartz
Join OOPA in her colorful world of words, and explore the power of language to shape emotions.
Pre-K - 1st
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The Couch Potato

Written by Jory John and Illustrated by Pete Oswald

The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Way I Used to Be

Written by Amber Smith

Eden was always good at being good. Starting high school didn’t change who she was. But the night...

9th - 12th
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The Crossover: Graphic Novel

Written by Kwame Alexander and Illustrated by Dawud Anyabwile

“With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . . The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all...

3rd - 7th
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Grumpy Monkey

Written by Suzanne Lang and Illustrated by Max Lang

Jim the chimpanzee is in a terrible mood for no good reason. His friends can't understand it–how can...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Dinner on Domingos

Written by Alexandra Katona and Illustrated by Claudia Navarro

Warm memories wash over a first-generation Latinx American girl as she experiences a typical Sunday...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Families

Written by Shelley Rotner & Sheila M. Kelly and Illustrated by Shelley Rotner

Some families have one parent, and some have two; some have aunts and uncles and grandparents living...

Pre-K - 1st
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Ruby René Had So Much to Say

Written by Ashley Iman and Illustrated by Gladys Jose

“Did you know that flamingos don’t have teeth?” Questions, facts, and dreams—Ruby René could talk...

Pre-K - 3rd
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When I Feel Afraid/Cuando tengo miedo (Learning to Get Along®: English and Spanish Edition)

Written by Cheri J. Meiners and Illustrated by Meredith Johnson

In English and Spanish, help children understand their fears and teach them simple coping skills.

It...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Feeling Jealous! (Everyday Feelings)

Written by Kay Barnham and Illustrated by Mike Gordon

Lucy is very good at helping those around her. She helps one friend feel less jealous of a sibling's...

K - 4th
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Jamie's Class Has Something to Say: A Book About Sharing with Grown-Ups

Written by Afsaneh Moradian and Illustrated by Maria Bogade

Jamie is excited for Family Day and all the visitors that will be coming to the classroom. As the...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Gentle Hands and other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning

Written by Amadee Ricketts and Illustrated by Ashley Barron

La, la, la! Shake up your story time with these twelve sing-along songs based on classic tunes kids...

Pre-K - K
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Beautifully Me

Written by Nabela Noor and Illustrated by Nabi H. Ali

This is a heartwarming picture book about Zubi, a young Bangladeshi girl who starts questioning her...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Tomatoes in My Lunchbox

Written by Costantia Manoli and Illustrated by Magdalena Mora

A child, newly arrived in another country, feels displaced, lonely, and a little scared on her first...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Even Superheroes Have Bad Days

Written by Shelly Becker and Illustrated by Eda Kaban

All kids have trouble getting a grip on their emotions, sometimes—even young superheroes! But what...

K - 4th
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The Spaces In Between

Written by Jaspreet Kaur and Illustrated by Manjit Thapp

Traffic! Road works! Ambulances! Where do you go when the hustle and bustle of the city gets too...

Pre-K - 2nd
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The Boy with Big, Big Feelings

Written by Britney Winn Lee and Illustrated by Jacob Souva

The Boy with Big, Big Feelings is relatable for any child – especially for a child experiencing...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Niko Draws a Feeling

Written by Robert Raczka and Illustrated by Simone Shin

Niko loves to draw his world: the ring-a-ling of the ice cream truck, the warmth of sun on his face...

K - 3rd
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Where Wildflowers Grow

Written by Hà Dinh and Illustrated by Bao Luu

After being uprooted from their home in Vietnam, young Hà is happy with her new life at the refugee...

K - 3rd
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Etta Extraordinaire

Written by Roda Ahmed & Charnaie Gordon and Illustrated by Chloe Burgett

Meet Etta!

Etta was born to be a shining star. When Etta discovers her school is hosting a talent...

Pre-K - 3rd
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BIG

Written and Illustrated by Vashti Harrison

This deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of...

Pre-K - 4th
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Anzu the Great Listener

Written and Illustrated by Benson Shum

Anzu the Kaiju loves to tend to his bonsai.

Whenever he feels overwhelmed or unsettled, it helps...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Bee-ing Happy with Unicorn Jazz and Friends

Written by Lisa Caprelli and Illustrated by Davey Villalobos

In the first children's unicorn book series, Unicorn Jazz started off feeling a bit shy and...

K - 5th
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Jeffrey Loves Blue

Written by Loretta Garbutt and Illustrated by Lily Snowden-Fine

In art class, a boy finds the courage to leave his comfort zone, try something new, and do something...

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