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Read in Toddler Time

By Dan Santat
Little, Brown, and Company, 2014.  Picture Book.

This magical story begins on an island far away where an imaginary friend is born. He patiently waits his turn to be chosen by a real child, but when he is overlooked time and again, he sets off on an incredible journey to the bustling city, where he finally meets his perfect match and--at long last--is given his special name: Beekle.

The #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator Dan Santat--creator of After the Fall and Are We There Yet?--combines classic storytelling with breathtaking art in an unforgettable tale about friendship, imagination, and the courage to find one's place in the world.  --Publisher




Read in Preschool Time

Written by Rebecca Van Slyke
Illustrated by Mike Boldt
Roaring Brook Press, 2021.  Picture Book.
Bedtime has never been more wild! Good Night, Alligator is sure to wear kids out before they are gently tucked into bed. Armed with her book of alligator facts, little alligator has several good reasons for avoiding bedtime:

Alligators don’t brush their teeth.
They don’t wear pajamas.
And most of all, they DO NOT go to bed.

Luckily, her parents are willing to compromise. Instead of a shower (which alligators hate), she can take a bath. Instead of tucking under the covers, she can lurk beneath the blankets watching for prey.

With vibrant illustrations from Mike Boldt, illustrator of I Don't Want to be a Frog, this irreverent bedtime story by Rebecca Van Slyke is perfect for fierce kids who love to stay up all night.  Good Night, Alligator is a wild romp that ends in sweet dreams.  --Publisher




Read in Preschool Time

Written by Tom Fletcher
Illustrated by Greg Abbott
Random House, 2020.  Picture Book.

Readers will enjoy jiggling, bouncing, and turning their book around as they try to launch Alien back up into space--because aliens don't belong on Earth...do they? This companion to There's a Monster in Your Book and There's a Dragon in Your Book is packed full of interactive fun, with a gentle message about openness, acceptance, and inclusion that will speak to the very youngest readers.  --Publisher




Read in Book Babies

Written by Nancy Raines Day
Illustrated by Jane Massey
Cameron + Company, 2021.  Picture Book.

What's more fun than eating your food? Wearing it, and toddlers are especially talented at that. This adorable picture book features a diverse cast of babies making a delightful mess at mealtime.  --Publisher




Read in Cuentos

Por Michel Van Zeveren
Corimbo, 2011.  Libro ilustrado español.

En este libro ilustrado para niños el conejito y el lobito se encuentran por casualidad porque ambos no quieren esperar que sus padres les den el almuerzo y no les obedecen a sus padres.  --Publisher
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