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Queen Koko

Queen Koko

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Josh Cleland
The true tale of a very clever gorilla and the kitten that she loved!
Pre-K - 1st
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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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High Fliers!

High Fliers!

Written by Amanda Brandon and Illustrated by Lu Maluje
A story about three inventive animal friends who dream of flying! They design their own hot air balloon and lift off on an exciting adventure, using teamwork and problem-solving skills when challenges arise along the way.
Pre-K - 1st
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Harry the Narwhal

Harry the Narwhal

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Flo Davis
When a problem arises in the ocean, Harry uses his tusk to help, and everyone learns to celebrate differences and treat others with kindness.
Pre-K - 1st
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A Tiger's Journey

Animal Fair

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Tim Budgen
Monkey causes mishaps and mayhem at the local fair.
Pre-K - 1st
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Jackie Robinson book cover

I Am Jackie Robinson (Ordinary People Change the World)

Written by Brad Meltzer and Illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos

Jackie Robinson always loved sports, especially baseball. But he lived at a time before the Civil...

Pre-K - 3rd

Giraffes Can't Dance: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families with your child before, during, and after reading.

Giraffes Can't Dance: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

Giraffes Can't Dance: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book.
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How to Catch a Turkey

How to Catch a Turkey

Written by Adam Wallace and Illustrated by Andy Elkerton

A turkey is running loose in a school right before a Thanksgiving play. Can YOU help catch it so the...

Pre-K - 3rd

Rumble-Mumble Goose-Egg: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

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Amelia's Wild Ride

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Daisy Ingrosso

A true story about a tomboy who discovers the thrill of flying!

You can read this book for free on...

Pre-K - 1st
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Will's Play Time

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by LaPiz

Little William gets a front-row seat at a play – and it inspires him to create stories of his own...

Pre-K - 1st

Rumble-Mumble Goose-Egg: Guide for Families

Use this Discussion Guide before, during, and after reading with your child.

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See Wilma Run!

Written by Storytime and Illustrated by Polya Bulba

The true tale of a girl who overcame an illness and learned to run like the wind!

You can read this...

Pre-K - 1st
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A Plate of Hope: The Inspiring Story of Chef José Andrés and World Central Kitchen

Written by Erin Frankel and Illustrated by Paola Escobar

A moving picture book biography about chef José Andrés, who, along with his World Central Kitchen...

Pre-K - 3rd
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Bring Back the Babka!

Written by Marilyn Wolpin and Illustrated by Madison Safer

“A food-filled mystery that celebrates the diversity of Jewish food and the Jewish community...

Pre-K - 3rd

The Kingdom of the Ogres: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

The Kingdom of the Ogres: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading with your child.
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The Penguin of Ilha Grande

Written by Shannon Earle and Illustrated by Renato Alarcao

A man rescues a penguin off the coast of Brazil and finds a lifelong connection in this delightful...

Pre-K - 2nd
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Tops & Bottoms

Written and Illustrated by Janet Stevens

In this funny Caldecott Honor–winning fairy-tale retelling by Janet Stevens, wily Hare solves his...

Pre-K - 3rd

Masha and the Bear: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

Masha and the Bear: Read Aloud Guide for Families

Use this Read Aloud Guide for Families before, during, and after reading with your child.

Little Golden Hood: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

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