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Read in Monday Book Babies

Written by  Kabir Sehgal & Surishtha Sehgal
Illustrated by Jess Golden
Beach Lane Books (an imprint of Simon & Schuster), 2015.  Picture Book.

This picture book brings an international twist to the beloved nursery rhyme, The Wheels on the Bus, by bringing you aboard a busy three-wheeled taxi in India! Anything can happen as the tuk tuk rolls through town—from an elephant encounter to a tasty treat to a grand fireworks display. And in the midst of all the action, one thing’s for sure: passengers young and old love every minute of their exciting ride as the wheels of the tuk tuk go round and round!  --Publisher




Read in Tuesday Toddler Time

By Jan Brett
GP Putnam's Sons (an imprint of Penguin Group), 2009.  Picture Book.

When Nicki drops his white mitten in the snow, he goes on without realizing that it is missing. One by one, woodland animals find it and crawl in; first, a curious mole, then a rabbit, a badger and others, each one larger than the last. Finally, a big brown bear is followed in by a tiny brown mouse and what happens next makes for a wonderfully funny climax. As the story of the animals in the mitten unfolds, the reader can see Nicki in the borders of each page, walking through the woods unaware of what is going on.

In her distinctive style, Jan Brett brings the animals to life with warmth and humor, and her illustrations are full of visual delights and details faithful to the Ukrainian tradition from which the story comes. A bestselling modern classic that has been a family favorite for over 25 years. 
--Publisher




 Read in Wednesday Preschool Time

Written by Adam Wallace
Illustrated by Andy Elkerton
Sourcebooks Wonderland, 2019.  Picture Book.

The How to Catch kids are off again, this time trying to catch a dragon as they chase him through Chinese New Year celebrations! Set in China during the Spring Festival, otherwise known as Chinese New Year, the wily dragon will have to avoid trap after trap as the kids run through paper lanterns, red envelopes, fireworks, and more! Bonus Mandarin translation included in the back!  --Publisher




Read in Thursday Toddler Time

By Gerald McDermott
Henry Holt & Company 1972.  Picture Book.

Anansi the Spider is one of the great folk heroes of the world. He is a rogue, a mischief-maker, and a wise, lovable creature who triumphs over larger foes. In this traditional Ashanti tale, Anansi sets out on a long, difficult journey. Threatened by Fish and Falcon, he is saved from terrible fates by his sons. But which of his sons should Anansi reward? Calling upon Nyame, the God of All Things, Anansi solves his predicament in a touching and highly resourceful fashion.

In adapting this popular folktale, Gerald McDermott merges the old with the new, combining bold, rich color with traditional African design motifs and authentic Ashanti language rhythms. Anansi the Spider is a 1973 Caldecott Honor Book.  --Publisher




Read in Friday Cuentos

Los sonidos de la noche
Escrito por Javier Sobrino
Ilustrado por Emilio Urberuaga
Ediciones Ekaré, 2012.  Spanish Picture Book.

En la Selva de la Lluvia no hay manera de dormir: dentro de una caja, un chiquitín llora sin parar. “¿Por qué lloras?” preguntan uno a uno los animales de la selva tratando de calmarlo. ¿Tendrá frío, sed o hambre? ¿Quién será? Una sencilla historia de buenas noches contada con humor.  --Publisher
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