FICTION
Lucy Tries Luge
By: Lisa Bowes
Illustrated By: James Hearne
J PICTURE
Lucy has a new luge sled, but she isn’t sure about this unique sliding sport. You have to lie on your back and steer with your legs? The luge track’s twists and turns look pretty scary too. But with her parents’ support and a bit of courage, Lucy jumps on her sled for a speedy adventure!
Lucy Tries Luge is the first book in the Lucy Tries Sports series, which aims to promote physical literacy and encourage young readers to get involved in sports. Perfect for little sports lovers, or even kids who are reluctant to give athletics a shot.
By: Lisa Bowes
Illustrated By: James Hearne
J PICTURE
Lucy has a new luge sled, but she isn’t sure about this unique sliding sport. You have to lie on your back and steer with your legs? The luge track’s twists and turns look pretty scary too. But with her parents’ support and a bit of courage, Lucy jumps on her sled for a speedy adventure!
Lucy Tries Luge is the first book in the Lucy Tries Sports series, which aims to promote physical literacy and encourage young readers to get involved in sports. Perfect for little sports lovers, or even kids who are reluctant to give athletics a shot.
Get a Hit, Mo!
By: David Adler
Illustrated By: Sam Ricks
J READER
Mo Jackson is a small boy with a big passion for sports. He may not be the biggest, the fastest, or the strongest kid on the team, but he won't let that stop him from playing!
Baseball season has arrived and Mo is all set to play with his team, the Lions. But Mo always bats last, and he always plays right field—and no balls ever come to right field. Will Mo ever get his chance to help the Lions win?
Simple sentences and larger font make this beginning reader perfect for kids who are just learning to read and almost ready for simple chapter books. If you enjoy this book, be sure to check out the others in the Mo series by David Adler!
By: David Adler
Illustrated By: Sam Ricks
J READER
Mo Jackson is a small boy with a big passion for sports. He may not be the biggest, the fastest, or the strongest kid on the team, but he won't let that stop him from playing!
Baseball season has arrived and Mo is all set to play with his team, the Lions. But Mo always bats last, and he always plays right field—and no balls ever come to right field. Will Mo ever get his chance to help the Lions win?
Simple sentences and larger font make this beginning reader perfect for kids who are just learning to read and almost ready for simple chapter books. If you enjoy this book, be sure to check out the others in the Mo series by David Adler!
Queen Victoria’s Bathing Machine
By: Gloria Whelan
Illustrated By: Nancy Carpenter
J PICTURE
Poor Queen Victoria! She loves to swim, but can’t quite figure out how to get to the water without her devoted subjects glimpsing her swimming suit. (Because, of course, such a sight would compromise her regal dignity.) Fortunately for the water-loving monarch, it’s Prince Albert to the rescue with an invention fit for a queen!
This quirky tale about the longest reigning monarch in British history is as fun as it is authentic, and the book includes a picture of the actual bathing machine Prince Albert created.
By: Gloria Whelan
Illustrated By: Nancy Carpenter
J PICTURE
Poor Queen Victoria! She loves to swim, but can’t quite figure out how to get to the water without her devoted subjects glimpsing her swimming suit. (Because, of course, such a sight would compromise her regal dignity.) Fortunately for the water-loving monarch, it’s Prince Albert to the rescue with an invention fit for a queen!
This quirky tale about the longest reigning monarch in British history is as fun as it is authentic, and the book includes a picture of the actual bathing machine Prince Albert created.
Zach and Lucy and the Yoga Zoo
By: The Pifferton Sisters
Illustrated By: Mark Chambers
J READER
One morning as Lucy and Zach watch their mom do yoga, they decide they should teach a yoga class for all of their friends! The siblings find a studio space in their building’s basement, set up lots of soothing decorations—potted plants borrowed from the lobby—and put down the “yoga mats” (really door mats) they found all over the building. Then it’s time to begin! Zach and Lucy don’t really know how to do yoga, but from what they’ve seen, it involves pretending to be lots of different animals…right?
With bright, cartoon-style illustrations and simple text, this book is a great choice for early readers. Not only will kids have fun reading this story, but they will also learn some neat yoga poses that they can try out on their own!
By: The Pifferton Sisters
Illustrated By: Mark Chambers
J READER
One morning as Lucy and Zach watch their mom do yoga, they decide they should teach a yoga class for all of their friends! The siblings find a studio space in their building’s basement, set up lots of soothing decorations—potted plants borrowed from the lobby—and put down the “yoga mats” (really door mats) they found all over the building. Then it’s time to begin! Zach and Lucy don’t really know how to do yoga, but from what they’ve seen, it involves pretending to be lots of different animals…right?
With bright, cartoon-style illustrations and simple text, this book is a great choice for early readers. Not only will kids have fun reading this story, but they will also learn some neat yoga poses that they can try out on their own!
Lola Levine is Not Mean!
By: Monica Brown
Illustrated By: Angela Dominguez
J FICTION
Lola Levine likes writing in her diario, sipping her mom's cafe con leche, eating her dad's matzo ball soup, and playing soccer with her team, the Orange Smoothies. So what if she doesn't always fit in?
Lola is fierce on the field, but when a soccer game during recess gets too competitive, she accidentally hurts her classmate Juan Gomez. Now everyone is calling her Mean Lola Levine! Lola feels terrible, but with the help of her family, her super best friend, Josh Blot, and a little "pencil power," she just might be able to turn it all around.
In this first book in a series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style!
By: Monica Brown
Illustrated By: Angela Dominguez
J FICTION
Lola Levine likes writing in her diario, sipping her mom's cafe con leche, eating her dad's matzo ball soup, and playing soccer with her team, the Orange Smoothies. So what if she doesn't always fit in?
Lola is fierce on the field, but when a soccer game during recess gets too competitive, she accidentally hurts her classmate Juan Gomez. Now everyone is calling her Mean Lola Levine! Lola feels terrible, but with the help of her family, her super best friend, Josh Blot, and a little "pencil power," she just might be able to turn it all around.
In this first book in a series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style!
Are you Ready to Play Outside?
By: Mo Willems
J READER
Gerald the elephant and his friend Piggie are outdoors and ready to play when a drop of rain falls “PLINK!” on Piggie’s head. Watching her high-spirited mood dive precipitously through annoyance toward despair, Gerald extends an ear to shelter her. Soon, though, two ecstatic worms cavorting in the rain inspire them to find happiness in wet-weather play. The characters quickly shifting moods provide plenty of laughs, as well as food for thought, in this amiable entry in the Elephant and Piggie beginning-reader series.
By: Mo Willems
J READER
Gerald the elephant and his friend Piggie are outdoors and ready to play when a drop of rain falls “PLINK!” on Piggie’s head. Watching her high-spirited mood dive precipitously through annoyance toward despair, Gerald extends an ear to shelter her. Soon, though, two ecstatic worms cavorting in the rain inspire them to find happiness in wet-weather play. The characters quickly shifting moods provide plenty of laughs, as well as food for thought, in this amiable entry in the Elephant and Piggie beginning-reader series.
The Gold Medal Mess
By: David A. Kelly
J FICTION
Five friends are ready for their school’s Olympics field day. There will be relay races, archery contests, and more! But not everyone wants to play fair—someone is trying to ruin the events! Can the kids in the Most Valuable Player club solve the mystery, save the Olympics, and take home the gold?
Perfect for kids who love to compete in all kinds of contests and have fun with great friends, David A. Kelly’s new series teaches readers that when you’re a most valuable player, you love sports, always show spirit, and never give up! And don’t miss bonus back matter filled with cool sports facts in every book.
By: David A. Kelly
J FICTION
Five friends are ready for their school’s Olympics field day. There will be relay races, archery contests, and more! But not everyone wants to play fair—someone is trying to ruin the events! Can the kids in the Most Valuable Player club solve the mystery, save the Olympics, and take home the gold?
Perfect for kids who love to compete in all kinds of contests and have fun with great friends, David A. Kelly’s new series teaches readers that when you’re a most valuable player, you love sports, always show spirit, and never give up! And don’t miss bonus back matter filled with cool sports facts in every book.
NON-FICTION
Stress Less! A Kid’s Guide to Managing Emotions
By: Rebecca Sjonger
J NON-FICTION [J155.904 SJONGER]
It’s not just adults who get stressed- kid’s get stressed, too! This book is a great tool for kids to explore themselves, or for parents to read together with their children to bring up this very important topic. With colorful photos and eye-catching graphics, this book covers a wide range of topics including ‘good’ vs. ‘bad’ stress, body signals for stress, and healthy habits to help manage it all. Recommended for kids as a great way to become more familiar with their emotions and develop tools they can use as they continue to grow and become young adults.
By: Rebecca Sjonger
J NON-FICTION [J155.904 SJONGER]
It’s not just adults who get stressed- kid’s get stressed, too! This book is a great tool for kids to explore themselves, or for parents to read together with their children to bring up this very important topic. With colorful photos and eye-catching graphics, this book covers a wide range of topics including ‘good’ vs. ‘bad’ stress, body signals for stress, and healthy habits to help manage it all. Recommended for kids as a great way to become more familiar with their emotions and develop tools they can use as they continue to grow and become young adults.
Do Your Bit to Be Physically Fit!
By: Rebecca Sjonger
J NON-FICTION [J 613.71 SJONGER]
Time to get out and play! With plenty of fun facts and bright, colorful images, this book will inspire young readers to get outdoors and get active this summer and beyond. The author explains the importance of exercise for the body and mind, and encourages young readers to be active everyday in order to be their best selves. This book is a great choice for children who are able to read on their own, or who need help reading with a parent.
By: Rebecca Sjonger
J NON-FICTION [J 613.71 SJONGER]
Time to get out and play! With plenty of fun facts and bright, colorful images, this book will inspire young readers to get outdoors and get active this summer and beyond. The author explains the importance of exercise for the body and mind, and encourages young readers to be active everyday in order to be their best selves. This book is a great choice for children who are able to read on their own, or who need help reading with a parent.
Abby Wambach
By: Esther Porter
J BIOGRAPHY
American Abby Wambach is an international soccer superstar who has inspired soccer players (and other athletes!) all over the world. With simple text and full color photographs, this biography takes readers along on a tour through Abby’s life and career as a professional soccer player. This is a great read not only for young girls who play soccer, but really any child who loves sports, or is interested in learning about athletes. Each page includes a large, colorful photo and simple text that is perfect for children just learning to read on their own.
By: Esther Porter
J BIOGRAPHY
American Abby Wambach is an international soccer superstar who has inspired soccer players (and other athletes!) all over the world. With simple text and full color photographs, this biography takes readers along on a tour through Abby’s life and career as a professional soccer player. This is a great read not only for young girls who play soccer, but really any child who loves sports, or is interested in learning about athletes. Each page includes a large, colorful photo and simple text that is perfect for children just learning to read on their own.
Russell Wilson: Super Bowl Champion
By: Sarah Tieck
J BIOGRAPHY
Know a young football player or sports fan? If so, check out this biography of Russell Wilson, star NFL quarterback for a fun, informative read! The book introduces readers to Wilson’s path from childhood football prodigy to college and professional athlete. With bright photos, simple sentences, and larger font, this biography is great for early readers and also as an introduction to biographies.
By: Sarah Tieck
J BIOGRAPHY
Know a young football player or sports fan? If so, check out this biography of Russell Wilson, star NFL quarterback for a fun, informative read! The book introduces readers to Wilson’s path from childhood football prodigy to college and professional athlete. With bright photos, simple sentences, and larger font, this biography is great for early readers and also as an introduction to biographies.
Food of the World
By: Nancy Loewen
J NON-FICTION [J 394.12 LOEWEN]
Take a trip around the world with this book as you explore food from across the globe! Large, detailed photos and rhyming text help make this book a fun, engaging read, while also educating readers about different cultures and customs. After reading this book, kids and parents may want to talk about new foods they would like to try or maybe even cook themselves! A great read for young foodies or children interested in traveling or cultures.
By: Nancy Loewen
J NON-FICTION [J 394.12 LOEWEN]
Take a trip around the world with this book as you explore food from across the globe! Large, detailed photos and rhyming text help make this book a fun, engaging read, while also educating readers about different cultures and customs. After reading this book, kids and parents may want to talk about new foods they would like to try or maybe even cook themselves! A great read for young foodies or children interested in traveling or cultures.
Loads of Letters!
By Sarah Schuette
J NON-FICTION [J 793.73 SCHUETTE]
Ready for a challenge? Keep an eye out for letters of all sizes and colors hidden throughout this ‘look and find’ book! Kids will love the bright images and photos full of different objects and textures, which give each page an eye-catching appeal. Plus, while having fun, young readers will also be practicing their letter recognition skills. Young fans of the I Spy series of books, and even the Where’s Waldo? Series will especially enjoy this pick! J 793.73 SCHUETTE
By Sarah Schuette
J NON-FICTION [J 793.73 SCHUETTE]
Ready for a challenge? Keep an eye out for letters of all sizes and colors hidden throughout this ‘look and find’ book! Kids will love the bright images and photos full of different objects and textures, which give each page an eye-catching appeal. Plus, while having fun, young readers will also be practicing their letter recognition skills. Young fans of the I Spy series of books, and even the Where’s Waldo? Series will especially enjoy this pick! J 793.73 SCHUETTE
Human Body (Lie Detector series)
By: Simon Holland
J NON-FICTION [J 612 HOLLAND]
Can you tell the facts from the fibs? Check out this book to discover all kinds of awesome, fun facts about the human body. With bright, cartoon style illustrations and graphics, each page offers readers a chance to test their knowledge and make predictions. Do adults really have more bones than babies? Can your brain really make enough electricity to power a light bulb? Are humans and apes really similar? You’ll have to read to find out!
By: Simon Holland
J NON-FICTION [J 612 HOLLAND]
Can you tell the facts from the fibs? Check out this book to discover all kinds of awesome, fun facts about the human body. With bright, cartoon style illustrations and graphics, each page offers readers a chance to test their knowledge and make predictions. Do adults really have more bones than babies? Can your brain really make enough electricity to power a light bulb? Are humans and apes really similar? You’ll have to read to find out!
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