The Duchess
Staff Picks for Juvenile Picture Book
10 Minutes Till Bedtime
Why is it a pick?
What could possibly happen 10 minutes before bed? You could be visited by hundreds of hamsters. Picture books don’t get any more whimsical than this one.Collection
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CathyA Boy and His Bunny
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What can you do with a bunny on your head? Read this funny book to find out.Collection
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KendraA Pet For Petunia
Why is it a pick?
Petunia wants a pet. But not just any pet...a special pet that's black and white. And has a cute little nose. Big black eyes. And stripes. Can you guess what it is? You'll have to read this delightful story to find out!Collection
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HannahA+ Custodian
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Did you ever wonder just what your school custodian does all day? Mr. Carillo in an A+ custodian, and the whole school wants to let him know!Collection
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JessicaAll Aboard to Work-Choo-Choo!
Why is it a pick?
Animal mommies and daddies take the train to work. And at the end of the day they take the train home again. Rhyming text and bright funny pictures make this book a great read-a-loud.Collection
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AmandaAm I A Color Too?
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Innocent observations through the eyes of a young boy who wonders “Am I a color too?”Collection
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JessicaApe
Why is it a pick?
Learn simple facts about four kinds of great apes. The luxurious illustrations will captivate you.Collection
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CathyBaby Steps
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Beautiful drawings and tender words chronicle the first year of Suki’s life. This book will resonate with anyone who has watched a baby grow and develop.Collection
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AmandaBah! Humbug?
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Margie’s bossy older brother believes Santa is a humbug. Is he right? Enjoy the wonder illustrations as you read this reissued Christmas story.Collection
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CathyBandit
Why is it a pick?
Bandit, the cat, is very comfortable in his familiar surroundings--warm bed, toy mouse and, “not his cat carrier again!” Where is Bandit going now?Collection
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CathyBark, George
Why is it a pick?
George is a dog who can make all kinds of noises except a bark! When his mother takes him to the vet it doesn’t take long to get to the bottom of the problem.Collection
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AmandaBear Snores On
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Bear is hibernating. His friends stop by to warm up but Bear just snores on! This is a great read-aloud to be enjoyed again and again.Collection
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KendraBear Wants More
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Bear wakes up after a long winter hibernation and, boy, is he ever hungry! The rhyme and repetition and the beautiful illustrations make this book a joy to read aloud.Collection
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KendraBetsy Who Cried Wolf
Why is it a pick?
A new spin on the classic tale with great illustrations. Will the wolf get the sheep? What can Betsy do to protect them?Collection
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KendraBetty Bunny Loves Chocolate Cake
Why is it a pick?
Meet Betty Bunny, she is a handful and she loves chocolate cake to the extreme.Collection
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SaraBig Brave Brian
Why is it a pick?
Big Brave Brian is afraid of nothing. But is that true? Great illustrations and simple text to enjoy in this picture book.Collection
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CathyBig Pumpkin
Why is it a pick?
This is one of my all-time favorite picture books. A witch and her friends cooperate to make a pumpkin pie. The repetition is fun and engages young listeners.Collection
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KendraBig Rabbit's Bad Mood
Why is it a pick?
Hilarious depiction of a bad mood as a big hairy thing following Rabbit around. Both kids and adults will enjoy the humor and exploration of feelings, not to mention the stylish illustrations.Collection
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Erin ABig Smelly Bear
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Bear has an itch so bad nothing can scratch it. Will his new friend convince him that a bath will help?Collection
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JessicaBlaze And The Mountain Lion
Why is it a pick?
The calves are in danger! Find out what happens when Billy and his brave horse Blaze encounter a mountain lion in this classic children's adventure from C.W. AndersonCollection
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RichardBob and Otto
Why is it a pick?
A sweet story of changing friendship between a worm and a caterpillar.Collection
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JessicaBook of Sleep
Why is it a pick?
This picture book has beautifully fascinating illustrations. The simple text describes how each kind of animal sleeps differently. A perfect book for bedtime.Collection
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AmandaBrewster the Rooster
Why is it a pick?
What's wrong with Brewster? He crows at odd times and has everyone concerned! The family takes him to the doctor but he can't find what's wrong. Then Little Julie pipes up with the diagnosis...he needs glasses! Luckily, the doc is also a rooster optician and helps Brewster get back on track with his crowing.Collection
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CarlaBright Stanley
Why is it a pick?
Can Bright Stanley catch up with his school of fish? This is a bright underwater adventure for parents to read to their preschooler.Collection
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CathyBringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain
