Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Emotions, moods, feelings and behaviours

Book SynopsisA New York Times 2021 Best Children's BookThis heartwarming family story from acclaimed author-illustrator Dan Yaccarino features a father and his kids who are stuck inside the house together — and figure out how to connect and overcome conflict. No one knew where the strange storm came from, or why it lasted so long. The family at the center of this timely story has to hunker down together, with no going outside - and that's hard when there's absolutely nothing to do, and everyone's getting on everyone else's nerves. This classic in the making will lift hearts with its optimistic vision of a family figuring out how to love and support one another, even when it seems impossible.Trade ReviewA Publishers Weekly 2021 Best Book of the YearA New York Public Library 2021 Best Books for Kids selectionA Cooperative Children's Book Center ChoiceA 2022 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year★ Booklist ★ Kirkus ★ Publishers Weekly ★ School Library Journal★“At once timely and timeless…. This book will stay with readers long after the last page is turned.” — School Library Journal, STARRED★"A new classic." — Booklist, STARRED★"Emotionally nuanced, authentic .... clearly shows how connection and resilience can prevail in the face of any storm.” — Publishers Weekly, STARRED★"Feels emotionally true to the process of going through any profound crisis….Resonant and reassuring.” — Kirkus Reviews, STARRED"In the aftermath of a strange time, “The Longest Storm” feels like a validation—a blessing, even.” —Wall Street Journal“A deceptively simple story with real emotional and visual depth, concluding with an acknowledgment that happy endings often leave work yet to be done. That, too, hits home.” — New York Times Book Review One of “The Best Children’s Books of 2021 —TinybeansBest of 2021: Our Favorite Picture Books and A Best Picture Book of 2021 for Starting Conversations — Kirkus Reviews“Masterful….encompasses so many themes and is so well-written that sharing it with readers is highly recommended. A story to ponder and illustrations to consider again and again… thoroughly satisfying ... on all levels.” — School Library Connections"A profound, optimistic story of dealing with hardship....simultaneously paints a picture of suffering, family conflict, and the power of apology....a must-read." — Books to Borrow, Books to Buy, syndicated column“Perfectly reflects … our emotions and feelings ….Readers are offered a hopeful and much. Needed reminder that one day the storm will indeed end but we have each other — in good times and bad — until it does." — The Book Wrangler"The Longest Storm will pull at your heart, but remind you of how far we’ve come….this book is a metaphor for any time we are having a hard time finding a balance….For any house, school or library that wants a gentle way to discuss how being together for an unforeseen amount of time can be hard, but in this book, like any storm, will be light at the end." - Storymamas"I love the underlying themes of grief and trauma, loneliness, and the healing power of apology. There is just no other book like this out there." —Bilingual Mingle"Yaccarino’s masterful illustration skills take center stage in this metaphorical picture book about loss and trauma…..could be read aloud to stimulate discussion about the normal process of navigating human relations." — Youth Services Book Review

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Book SynopsisThis lyrical, heartfelt celebration of growing up presents a parent?s wishes for a new baby and all of the promise that lies ahead in the child?s life.This tender, lyrical picture book celebrates a parent?s wish for a new baby. There is so much opportunity and promise that lies ahead for the little one, from the places they?ll go, to the smiles they?ll share, to the songs that their heart will sing, and so much more. Beauty and adventure in the world are waiting for the child; and no matter how small he or she may be, the possibilities that lie ahead are endless. Perfect for sharing with a special little one at story time, and an ideal gift for any new parent.

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Book SynopsisIn this sweet story with both illustrated and photographic elements, as well as lift-the-flaps throughout for little hands to open, Little Brown Bunny wants a hug from Mommy?but where could she be?Little Brown Bunny wants a hug from Mommy, and sets off to find her. Could Mommy be behind the tall reeds near the pond? No, that?s Duck teaching her ducklings how to swim. Could Mommy be behind the patch of wildflowers? No, that?s just kitten taking a nap in the sunshine. Maybe Mommy is having a snack in the berry bush?but no, it?s only Mouse. Where could Mommy be? Includes easy to manipulate lift-the-flaps throughout.

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Book SynopsisThis adorable book, which features felt finger-puppet arms, is the perfect way for little ones to help the animals give hugs to their babies throughout the day.This adorable board book, which features felt finger-puppet arms and gentle rhyming text, is the perfect way to spend special reading time with a little one.  Toddlers can help Mama Cat, Daddy Bear, and more animals give their babies a hug. Finger holes in the back of the book allow children to manipulate the arms to give hugs. Simple text and soft illustrations show the adult and baby animal waking up to a new day, playing outside, and getting ready for bed. This sweet board book is perfect for parents or caregivers to share with their little ones.

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Book SynopsisThis adorable board book celebrates the special love between a parent and child while introducing the numbers 1 through 10 and features a touch-and-feel texture on the cover and throughout the book.In this sweet offering, a young child describes 10 reasons why they love their parent. The most special days feature time spent playing together; the happy smiles that they share; the hugs that are given; the cakes that are baked; the lullabies that are sung before bed; and so much more! This joyful celebration of a child''s love for their parent features touch-and-feel textures to explore on every page and introduces children to the numbers 1 through 10. 

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Book SynopsisWritten by a child psychologist, this adorable touch-and-feel book introduces children to the concept of anger and offers tips on how to overcome this feeling whenever it arises.Recognizing and dealing with emotions is an important part of a child''s development, and this tactile touch-and-feel book is an excellent introduction to the concept of anger. Written by a child psychologist who specializes in children''s emotions, Angry Bear explores the different ways that the adorable bear character feels angry. Sometimes the bear wakes up grumpy in the morning; sometimes things get dropped and break. But it?s good to let out the angry feelings to make room for the happier feelings to fit! Includes a child-safe mirror so children can see exactly how they look when they''re angry?and then feeling happier!

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Book SynopsisWritten by a child psychologist, this adorable touch-and-feel book introduces children to the concept of relaxing and feeling calm and offers tips on how to achieve this feeling.Recognizing and dealing with emotions is an important part of a child''s development, and this tactile touch-and-feel book is an excellent introduction to the concept of taking time out to relax and feel calm. Written by a child psychologist who specializes in children''s emotions, Calmer Llama explores the things that make the adorable llama character can do to feel relaxed. The llama enjoys being in nature and taking deep breaths to feel ready to take on the day again. Includes a child-safe mirror so children can see exactly how they look when they''re calm—and excited! 

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Book SynopsisBased on the inspirational title This Is Your World from Tiger Tales, God Bless Our World is a heartfelt celebration of nature that reminds little ones of the beauty of God''s creation, and their role in caring for the wonders around them.A father deer and his fawn roam the sweeping landscape of their forest home and marvel at its wonder in this inspirational board book. The fawn learns that the world is full of surprises, from migrating monarchs to tiny acorns that grow into might oak trees. Everything in the world was given by God for all to enjoy, but it must be treated with care. God Bless Our World also explores the timely topic of conserving nature and appreciating all that it has to offer. 

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Book SynopsisThis new interactive peekaboo board book features black-and-white photographic images of adorable babies and toddlers, felt flaps in florescent colors, and a die-cut cover!This interactive peekaboo board book is just right for babies and toddlers! It?s time for bed, but the little ones are all playing hide-and-seek. Toddlers can lift the felt flaps to try to find the children hiding throughout the book and copy their actions, which encourages active learning.Opening and closing the soft felt flaps helps to promote hand-eye coordination, too. The adorable black-and-white photographs, die cuts, and super-bright flap colors will keep children entertained and engaged.

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Book SynopsisThis adorable board book, which includes a soft, padded rainbow, features reassuring text about hope and happiness, as well as stunning illustrations.Rainbows are a symbol of hope and better times ahead after the rain. A rainbow spreads its magic cheer and chases away the gloom, no matter how sad or down we feel. But the brightest rainbow lives inside the heart, where its colors shine and give hope on even the darkest days. This sweet board book, which features stunning illustrations and a soft, padded rainbow, includes rhyming text that’s just right for reading aloud or sharing with a little one for a quiet story time. 

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Book SynopsisThis soothing bedtime book features adorable illustrations and a sweet rhyming text that’s just right for sending little ones off to sleep.Follow several families as they prepare for bedtime. Once the child in each family cleans up toys, takes a bubble bath, brushes teeth, and listens to a story before bedtime, hugs are exchanged to celebrate the love that is shared. And once the little ones are tucked in bed, there’s only one thing left—a bedtime kiss! With 10 tactile textures.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the power of love with adorable baby animals and their parents in this heartwarming board book, filled with sturdy, die-cut board flaps throughout that weave the text and illustrations together.Love is everywhere! This sweet celebration of love between parent and child reinforces the message that love can be found anywhere we look, from the tops of the tallest trees and the deepest parts of the ocean to icy and snowy lands. Adorable illustrations of squirrels, elephants, dolphins, penguins and more parent/child pairs depict the animals on separate parts of the page on the initial spread, but with a turn of the sturdy board flap, the two are brought together in sweet embraces. Perfect for sharing with a special little one at bedtime, or anytime!

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