Picture Books for All | Mid-Columbia Libraries

You are my favorite color

Sze, Gillian, 1985- author.

From the Publisher

"When you ask me why your skin is brown, I will tell you that you are my favorite color. I will say that your skin was decided long, long ago. Time was just waiting for you. So begins a mother's celebration of her children's brown skin, told through warm and vivid poetry"-- Pr ovided by publisher.

My Thoughts

This story is beautifully done.

Rosa's song

Rhee, Helena Ku, author.

From the Publisher

"A young immigrant from South Korea finds community and friendship in an apartment house filled with other newly arrived kids"-- Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

Kindness and friendship can be found all around us.

The sublime Ms. Stacks

Pearlman, Robb, author.

From the Publisher

Mr. Stephen is a great librarian, but when it comes to crafts and story time no one does it better than substitute librarian Ms. Stacks.

My Thoughts

Such a fun story!

All cats welcome

Nielsen-Fernlund, Susin, 1964- author.

From the Publisher

Leonard's loneliness comes to an end when he meets a new cat and they spend their days exploring the city together.

My Thoughts

This story is so cute! Who can resist chonky cats?

Old friends

Aitken, Margaret, author.

From the Publisher

"Marjorie wants a friend who loves the same things she does: baking shows, knitting, and gardening. Someone like Granny. So with a sprinkle of flour in her hair and a spritz of lavender perfume, Marjorie goes undercover to the local Senior Citizens Group"-- Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

This touched my heart!

Be a bridge

Latham, Irene, author.

From the Publisher

"Upbeat rhyming verse and colorful illustrations of a diverse group of students invite readers to "be a bridge" by taking actions that foster inclusivity, respect, and connection"-- Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

This book has such a beautiful message.

The big worry day

Reynolds, K. A., author.

From the Publisher

"A little girl is convinced that her dog worries, just like her. With a whole day ahead of them, she'll need to figure out how to soothe them both. She prepares snacks, first aid, and even a sword in case there are any monsters. But when nothing works to ease their worries, she'll need to get creative"--Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

I really enjoyed how this covers the topic of anxiety.

Patchwork

de la Peña, Matt, author.

From the Publisher

"An ode to the richly varied tapestry of experiences and identities that make every child unique"-- Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

We are all unique and create a beautiful patchwork in our world

My two border towns

Bowles, David (David O.), author.

From the Publisher

"A boy and his father cross the United States-Mexico border every other Saturday, visiting their favorite places, spending time with family and friends, and sharing in the responsibility of community care"-- Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

A beautifully done story on a tough topic.

One & everything

Winston, Sam, author, artist.

From the Publisher

"Fine artist Sam Winston, cocreator of the New York Times best-selling A Child of Books, celebrates the power of stories and written languages--and the imperative to preserve them."--Provided by publisher.

My Thoughts

This book celebrates languages and all the ways they can look.

Beneath

Doerrfeld, Cori, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

Finn is in a bad mood, so his grandfather takes him on a walk in the forest, and tells him about all the things that are beneath the surface of plants and animals--and even people.

My Thoughts

Sometimes, moods can take us over and we just need time to reconnect.

Noticing

Yamada, Kobi, author.

From the Publisher

This is a story about noticing the little things, the grand big things, the imaginary, and sometimes, hidden things. It is about embracing what's possible. And that the incredible is everywhere, and in everything--waiting to be known, discovered, recognized.

My Thoughts

Another beautiful story by my favorite children's author.

You are a story

Raczka, Bob, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

"An empowering reflection on the many things we are and the ways we relate to the world. Poet Bob Raczka's You are a Story highlights all of the nuance and potential of a growing person's identity, delighting in the things that make us special and connect us to others. Text and illustrations replete with inventive imagery and appealing metaphors show how we all live as individuals and citizens of the world."-- Publisher marketing.

My Thoughts

The title speaks for itself. We are all stories.

Bravo, Little Bird!

Silvestro, Annie, author.

From the Publisher

A bird helps a human boy rediscover music after his grandfather passes away.

My Thoughts

I'll admit, this book made me cry. Its beautiful and moving.

The circles in the sky

Mountford, Karl James, author, illustrator.

From the Publisher

"One morning, Fox is drawn toward the forest. There, in a clearing, he sees something small and silent, perhaps forgotten. It's a bird, lying as still as can be. Fox is confused, upset, and angry. Is the bird broken? Why doesn't it move or sing, no matter what Fox does? His curious antics are spied by a little moth, who shares a comforting thought about the circles in the sky--that the sun, even after it sets, is reflected by the moon and the stars, reminding us of its light"-- Provided by...

My Thoughts

Loss can be so confusing and a mix of emotions. This story covers that in such a beautiful way.