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Read at Stories in the Park
By Lita Judge
New York: Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2014. Picture book.

Little Penguin, who has the "soul of an eagle," enrolls in flight school.

Read at Stories in the Park

By Lindsay Bonilla
Illustrated by Cinta Villalobos
New York: Sterling Children's Books, 2018. Picture book.

"Welcome to Polar Bear Island. NO OTHERS ALLOWED!" Parker is the mayor of this peaceful, predictable island, and he wants to keep it just the way it is. But Kirby, a penguin, thinks the place is paradise, and she wants to stay. Parker says no, but the other polar bears love Kirby --and soon they're begging Parker to let Kirby (and her family) move in. Will Parker agree . . . and make the island fun for EVERYONE? With its gentle message of inclusivity, this playful and lighthearted story will delight children of all ages.

Read in Canopy Capers
Grandad's Island
By Benji Davies
Somerville, MA: Candlewick Press, 2016. Picture book.

Syd can go see Grandad any time he likes. But one day when Syd comes to call, Grandad isn't in any of the usual places. He's in the attic. He takes Syd through a door, and the two of them journey to a wild, beautiful island where Grandad decides to stay. So Syd hugs Grandad one last time and sets sail for home. A beautiful and comforting book that shows us how those who are dear to us remain near to us--however far away they may be.

Read in Canopy Capers
By Blake Liliane Hellman
Illustrated by Chad Otis
New York: Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2020. Picture book.

Lewis loves cuddling but his parents are busy with baby Owen, cuddling with toys does not work out, and everyone at school is too busy for a cuddle.

Read in Book Babies
By Elias Barks
Illustrated by George Bletsis
Portland, OR: Hazy Dell Press, 2020. Board book.

Even in a world of skeptics, a parent's belief is unbreakable. Set in a magical imagining of Scotland's Loch Ness, I Believe in You is an ode to a loving adult's unconditional acceptance of their young one. Featuring appearances from unbelievably fun paranormal characters including a unicorn, grey alien, Sasquatch, and ghost, this is a heartwarming celebration of the unwavering bond--and belief--shared between parent and child.

Read in Cuentos

Sé valiente, pequeño pingüino!
By Giles Andreae
Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees
Madrid: Bruño, 2018. Picture book.

Al pequeño Pip-Pip le asusta meterse en el agua, y mientras los demás pingüinos se divierten buceando en el mar, él se queda muy triste, sin nadie con quien jugar. ¿Logrará algún día aprender a nadar?
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