April Picks
Picture Books
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Fanny’s Big Idea: How Jewish Book Week Was Born by Richard Michelson, illustrated by Alyssa RussellJ Picture Biographies Goldstein, F. Fanny loved libraries from the age of 6 when she immigrated to the United States from Russia. Over the course of her life, Fanny worked in libraries and helped curate diverse book collections, going on to create Jewish Book Week to celebrate Jewish heritage, culture, and religion. |
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The Trouble with Giraffes by Lisa Mantchev, illustrated by Taeeun YooJ Picture Caring Pets Mantchev, L. A girl and her giraffe overcome challenges of size as their pet club learns the true meaning of friendship in this funny follow-up to Strictly No Elephants. |
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Piccolo by Dan YaccarinoJ Picture Communities Helpers Yaccarino, D. Piccolo is a helpful Italian shrew who can’t wait to visit all of his favorite places in Bella Cita. But after helping several friends in need, he may miss out on the one thing he was most looking forward to. |
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Sadie Mouse Wrecks the House by Elliott Kalan, illustrated by Tim MillerJ Picture Funny Kalan, E. Sadie is tired of being the obedient mouse while her brother runs amok, but when she turns bad, Reggie has to think up a way to return his sister to being good – and fast! |
If You Make a Call on a Banana Phone by Gideon Sterer, illustrated by Emily HughesJ Picture Imagination & Play Sterer, G. What if you make a call from a banana? Will a gorilla answer? What would you talk about? A silly picture book about the joy of friendship found in unexpected places. |
Beginning Readers and Chapter Books
Henry’s Picture-Perfect Day by Jen Bailey, illustrated by Mika SongJ Early Bailey, J. It’s picture day, but Henry does not feel comfortable in his new shirt, he hasn’t practiced smiling, and worst of all his front tooth is starting to wobble! Join Henry and the kids of Classroom 10 in this warm and funny tale of learning what it truly means to make a day – and a memory – that is picture perfect. |
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Gabby Torres is the Best Winner Ever by Angela Dominguez
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Earth Day with Yasmin by Saadia Faruqi, illustrated by Debby Rahmalia
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Changing Magic by Kara LaReau, illustrated by Ariane Moreria
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Fiction
The Dark Times of Nimble Nottingham by Ryan James Black
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Growing Home by Beth Ferry, illustrated by the Fan Brothers
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The Lions’ Run by Sara Pennypacker
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Nonfiction
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Caring for Herself: Advice, Activities, and More to Help You Care for Your Mental Well-Being by Erin Falligant, illustrated by Brenna Vaughn
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Women on a Mission: The Remarkable Heroes Who Put Men on the Moon by Suzanne Slade, illustrated by Molly Magnell
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Disney Princess Enchanted Worlds: Look Inside the Spellbinding Kingdoms by Laura Gilbert
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Vanished: Seven Women Magicians Who Simply Disappeared by Anna Hays, illustrated by Mary Kate McDevitt
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