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Uh-Oh! Oh No! by Ann Hodgman
This baby can't stop making messes for his dad to clean up! This book is perfect for storytime, as young readers will love shouting "Uh-oh! Oh no!" each time a new spill occurs. What will happen next? Best for ages 3-5. Hodgman, A. (2012). Uh-oh! oh-no! Wilton: Tiger Tales Books. -
Ball by Mary Sullivan
Who will play with me? This humorous picture book follows a rambunctious dog and his adventures in looking for someone to play with him, including a round of fetch with himself. Ball? Ball! Best for ages 4-8. Sullivan, M. (2013). Ball. New York, NY: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. -
Balloons over Broadway: The true story of the puppeteer of Macy's Parade by Melissa Sweet
This book tells the story of Tony Sarg, a puppeteer who created the balloons first used in the Macy's Parade. The images in this book weave the story of Sarg's upbringing, his career, and how he came to make the Macy's Parade come to life! Best for ages 5-8. Sweet, M. (2011). Balloons over broadway: the true story of the puppeteer of macy's parade. New York, NY: Houghton Mifflin. -
Alex the Parrot by Stephanie Spinner
When Irene Pepperberg bought Alex the parrot for research in 1977, she had no idea that he would surpass expectations and learn more than 100 words. This book details this true story in five sections and alternates between the research science, the relationship between pet and owner, and Alex's strength to beat the odds. Best for ages 5-10. Spinner, S. (2012). Alex the Parrot. New York, NY: Alfred A. Knopf. -
The Beetle Book by Steve Jenkins
Calling all science lovers and insect enthusiasts! This book will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about beetles. Highlights include diversity within the species and adaptation for survival. Best for ages 7-12. Jenkins, S. (2012). The beetle book. New York, NY: Houghton Mifflin. -
Dancing Home by Alma Flor Ada
Ten year-old Margie has spent her whole life trying to fit in with her American classmates while being from a Mexican family. Margie's life changes when her cousin Lupe comes to live with her. Lupe must learn to adapt to American culture and learn English while Margie begins to embrace her Mexican heritage. Best for ages 8-12. Ada, A. (2011). Dancing home. New York, NY: Atheneum. -
Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan
Twelve year-old Wilow Chance is an intelligent outcast who must come to terms with new challenges when her parents are tragically killed in a car accident. This novel is a true coming of age story that celebrates life, family, and being different. Best for ages 10-14. Sloan, H. (2013). Counting by 7s. New York: Penguin. -
After the Snow by S. D. Crockett
All that 15 year-old Willo has ever known is a world made of snow, being born after a recent ice age. When Willo comes home to find his family missing, he must use his survival skills to venture out and find them. This sci-fi adventure will show you a different world with new rules and challenges. Best for ages 12 and up. Crockett, S.D. (2012). After the snow. New York, NY: Feiwel and Friends. -
Anya's Ghost by Vera Brosgol
Sarcastic and humorous Anya is embarrased about everything: her family, her body, her crush, and so much more. However, everything changes when Anya falls into a well and meets Emily, a ghost who becomes her new best friend. Having a ghost BFF is fun - at least for a while. The black/white/indigo color scheme of this graphic novel complements the story. Best for ages 12-16. Brosgol, V. (2011). Anya's ghost. New York, NY: First Second. -
The Fault in Our Stars by John Green
Hazel, a 16 year-old terminal cancer patient, stumbles upon the intriguing Augustus Waters by chance in a support group meeting. Their friendship and relationship takes them on life-changing adventures and changes their perspectives on love, illness, and identity. This novel is a rollercoaster of emotion and heartfelt humor in the midst of personal tradgedy. Best for ages 14-18. Green, J. (2012). The fault in our stars. New York, NY: Dutton.
