Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Families and family members

Book SynopsisFrom an award-winning Korean author comes a charming and joyful story of the bond between a little girl and her grandma. Gee-eun is a little girl whose parents work a lot. So she spends her days with her beloved grandmother. Grandma comforts Gee-eun when she’s sad to see her parents leaving and shares in all of Gee-eun’s daily joys and problems. She even fills in for Gee-eun’s mom at the family sports day, though things don’t quite go as planned…But one thing is for sure: Grandma and Gee-eun always have an unforgettable time until the end of the day, when the whole family can come together for a meal made by Grandma. Based on the author’s relationship with her own grandmother, this is a heart-warming celebration of a most unique and precious guardian: the GrandMom.Trade Review“A touching tale that exudes love and warmth.” —Kirkus Reviews “A touching celebration of grandparent-and-grandchild connection that will warm many hearts.” —Booklist

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Book SynopsisSusan Pearson has written her own unique version of the popular song, “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt,” introducing four children who go out at night in search of a ghost. After squish-squash-squooshing through a swamp, rustle-rustle-rat-a-tattling through a cornfield, and overcoming all kinds of obstacles on their journey, they come face to face with a ghost in a graveyard. Then—RUN! RUN! RUN!—they race back to the safety of their warm, cozy house. S.D. Schindler’s spirited illustrations bring warmth and humor to this lively rhyming read-aloud.

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Book SynopsisWith rhyming text, this soothing bedtime book is an ode to baby birds everywhere and sleepy children home safe in their own beds. As a mother describes to her child how many species of birds nest, from pigeons on concrete ledges to owls in oak tree boles to swallows above barn doors. The soothing refrain of "you nest here with me" eases her little one and readers alike to slumber. Combining their poetic writing and their love of birding, mother and daughter Jane Yolen and Heidi Stemple have written what is sure to become a bedtime classic.Trade Review* "Do we need another good night book? The answer is unequivocally yes. . . . This delights the eye, mind and heart." -Booklist, starred review". . . a gentle rhyming bedtime story that spotlights 14 birds' nesting habits and habitats. A well-crafted and informative window onto the world of winged creatures." -Publishers Weekly"As she puts her daughter to bed, a mother shares a soothing rhyme about birds that nest in places far and near. . . . A worthwhile purchase for collections that need new selections for bedtime sharing." -School Library Journal"With an easy cadence and a comforting anchor, Yolen and Stemple drift from cowbird to killdeer, bedding down winged creatures while always returning to the safety of mom and home. . . . The text and the images work well together, balancing the mood of quiet comfort with avian description. . . . As a whole, the book ably carries readers past many flying friends and lands with ease in a safe nest." -Kirkus Reviews

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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 SynopsisNow available in a board book, this festive celebration of friends, family, and love at Christmas from best-selling illustrator Tim Warnes is perfect for sharing with a little one.Little Bear, Mommy Bear, and Daddy Bear all LOVE Christmas! There are presents to wrap, treats to bake, and decorations to hang on the Christmas tree. But is there something that they love even more? The popular picture book story from the illustrator of the best-selling board book I Love You to the Moon and Back is now available in board book for the youngest readers and is perfect for sharing with a child at Christmas. With a "To" and "From" dedication page for gift-giving.

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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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Book SynopsisFrom the illustrator of the best-selling board book, I Love You to the Moon and Back, this festive hardcover picture book celebrates the joy of family at Christmas.There''s a chill in the air and frost on the trees, and Little Bear has something to say:"I love wrapping and ribbons and balls of bright string, And gift tags, and glitter - the joy that they bring!I love giving presents, and getting them too, But the thing that I love more than Christmas is--"But Little Bear keeps getting interrupted by the mail carrier, the oven timer, the carolers... Can you guess what Little Bear loves even more than Christmas?

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Book SynopsisFrom the Author-Illustrator duo of the best-selling I Love You to the Moon and Back, this sweet, uplifting story will show a little one just how strong your love is throughout the day and night.If I could imagine a day just for you,the sun would be shining; the sky would be blue.You make me so happy; you make my world bright,for you are my sunshine--my day and my night.It''s a beautiful, sunny day, and Bear and Little Bear set out for a day full of adventure. They climb trees, sing songs, tell stories, and swim in the river. And at the end of the day, Big Bear carries Little Bear home. A sweet, uplifting companion book by the best-selling duo, Amelia Hepworth and Tim Warnes.

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