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Are You A Friend of Dorothy?Are You A Friend of Dorothy?, BookThe True Story of An Imaginary Woman and the Real People She Helped
by Lukoff, KyleBook, 2025First edition.Book, 2025. First edition.
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Added May 27, 2025
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Added Apr 14, 2025
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A wedding between two giants reminds all of us that love comes in many forms, it matters and deserves to be celebrated. While this story is full of whimsical fantasy elements its main message is one that can be found in every world.
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Added Apr 14, 2025
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So many different bodies. So many things that make us unique and make us the same as well. This book celebrates all bodies and all types, and each child (and adult) will see themselves in the pages.
Book Comes HomeBook Comes Home, BookA Banned Book's Journey
by Sanders, RobBook, 2025First edition.Book, 2025. First edition.
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Added Apr 01, 2025
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A whimsical look at book banning from a book's point of view, and how readers and library staff can bring those books home. A good and simple way to explain book bans and challenges to kids.
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Added Mar 31, 2025
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While 'Oh the Places You'll Go' is still the gold standard for picture book gifts for grads, 'Will the Pigeon Graduate?' is definitely an excellent new choice. With humor and heart, Pigeon goes through all the steps it takes to graduate and asks the big question: 'What next?' Any grad of any age will see themselves here and smile.While 'Oh the Places You'll Go' is still the gold standard for picture book gifts for grads, 'Will the Pigeon Graduate?' is definitely an excellent new choice. With humor and heart, Pigeon goes through all the steps it takes to graduate and asks…
Me & My Dysphoria MonsterMe & My Dysphoria Monster, BookAn Empowering Story Too Help Children Cope With Gender Dysphoria
by Dale, Laura KateBook, 2022Book, 2022
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Added Mar 29, 2025
How Many Dinosaurs Is Too Many?How Many Dinosaurs Is Too Many?, Book
by Peacock, LouBook, 2025Book, 2025
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Added Mar 20, 2025
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Just read this one for storytime and it went over very well. A fun rhyming and counting book with a ton of dinosaurs. What's not to love? Would definitely recommend for the dinosaur loving kid in your home.
The St. Patrick's Day AlphabetThe St. Patrick's Day Alphabet, Book
by Saunders, LizBook, 2025Book, 2025
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Added Mar 18, 2025
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I learned some new things about not just St. Patrick's Day but also Ireland in this lovely and informative picture book. Would recommend for anyone trying to get in the spirit of the holiday.
Why Do We Sing?Why Do We Sing?, Book
by Tsui, SamBook, 2024First edition.Book, 2024. First edition.
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Added Feb 27, 2025
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A wonderful look at all the different ways we use singing, through history up until now, and how it brings us all together. Gorgeous illustrations and a simple rhyming text (along with an adorable cat) make this a very enjoyable read for anyone who loves music.A wonderful look at all the different ways we use singing, through history up until now, and how it brings us all together. Gorgeous illustrations and a simple rhyming text (along with an adorable cat) make this a very enjoyable read for anyone who…
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Added Feb 25, 2025
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One of my favorite lines: "Dark amber, warm like honey, briny like the sea." A group of kids from different cultures reveal how soy sauce is made, how different ingredients can be used and how it ferments. A wonderful look at one of our favorite sauces.One of my favorite lines: "Dark amber, warm like honey, briny like the sea." A group of kids from different cultures reveal how soy sauce is made, how different ingredients can be used and how it ferments. A wonderful look at one of our favorite…
Dinosaur DayDinosaur Day, Book
by Murray, DianaBook, 2025Book, 2025
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Holds: 0 on 5 copies
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Added Feb 24, 2025
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What's more fun than Dinosaur Day? With colourful illustrations, rhymes and a couple of twists, this take on dinosaurs celebrating with people and animals makes me want to host a Dinosaur Day right here.
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Added Feb 13, 2025
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Though a great look at four women bonding over life, love and hair care, there wasn't much more to the story than that. I would've loved to see a more in-depth plot, but still a good read.
Cthulhu CatCthulhu Cat, Book
by PandaniaBook, 2024First English-language edition.Book, 2024. First English-language edition.
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Added Feb 06, 2025
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The author and illustrator clearly have a mastery of the Lovecraftian horrors their spoofing. Though the story kind of wanders at times and I didn't find it particularly funny, it was still a cute and creepy read.
Black ButlerBlack Butler, Blu-ray DiscBook of the Atlantic
Blu-ray Disc, 2018Blu-ray edition.Blu-ray Disc, 2018. Blu-ray edition.
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Added Feb 03, 2025
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Though you'd have to be somewhat familiar with the characters in order to get the full picture, this feature length tale of a new mission for Ciel and his butler is a must see for the series. It's silly at times but that's part of the Black Butler charm. It boasts stunning animation, ghoulish and gruesome moments, major character development and awesome action scenes. Definitely glad I added this to my viewing list.Though you'd have to be somewhat familiar with the characters in order to get the full picture, this feature length tale of a new mission for Ciel and his butler is a must see for the series. It's silly at times but that's part of the Black Butler…
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Added Feb 02, 2025
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A fun ghostbusting story with a cool teen protagonist and real historical connotations. Plus a ghost cat.
Taylor Time for BabyTaylor Time for Baby, Board BookMom-and-me Fun for Little Taylor Swift Fans
by Case, OliviaBoard Book, 2024Board Book, 2024
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Added Jan 31, 2025
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A baby shares a love of Taylor Swift with her mom, talking about how the music influences her to be her best self. A colourful book in rhyme that's sweet and full of fandom love.
Love Is Taylor SwiftLove Is Taylor Swift, Book
by Michaels, PattyBook, 2025Simon Spotlight edition.Book, 2025. Simon Spotlight edition.
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Added Jan 28, 2025
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A nice and easy read for little Swifties that highlight all the great things about being a Taylor Swift fan.
It's your Year, Baby SnakeIt's your Year, Baby Snake, Board Book
by Hsu, ArielBoard Book, 2024First edition.Board Book, 2024. First edition.
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Added Jan 21, 2025
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A perfect book for little readers for this year's Lunar New Year. I learned that Snake is friends with Rooster, which is the animal I was born under. Also you can find what type of snake you are if you were born under any of the previous years of the Snake. Fun, sweet and informative.A perfect book for little readers for this year's Lunar New Year. I learned that Snake is friends with Rooster, which is the animal I was born under. Also you can find what type of snake you are if you were born under any of the previous years of…
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Added Jan 18, 2025
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Beautiful illustrations and minimal text introduce young readers to many of the winter and year-end celebrations from around the world: Diwali, the Winter Solstice, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day and Lunar New Year. The readers are introduced to each one, and the verses show us how they differ and how they are similar. A wonderful celebration of the winter season.Beautiful illustrations and minimal text introduce young readers to many of the winter and year-end celebrations from around the world: Diwali, the Winter Solstice, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day and Lunar New Year. The readers are…
Free to Be FabulousFree to Be Fabulous, Book
by McMullin, DavidBook, 2024First edition.Book, 2024. First edition.
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Added Jan 18, 2025
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A lovely story about putting yourself out there and being everything that makes you shine. Though it's a little unclear who 'The Mean' is in the school, the book is sweet and uplifting.
The Bakery DragonThe Bakery Dragon, Book
by Kurtz, Devin ElleBook, 2024First edition.Book, 2024. First edition.
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Added Jan 16, 2025
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Absolutely gorgeous illustrations really highlight this simple but lovely story that combines two of my favorite things; mythical creatures and baked goods. A little dragon learns that there are many types of gold, and finds one that may be the most valuable of all.Absolutely gorgeous illustrations really highlight this simple but lovely story that combines two of my favorite things; mythical creatures and baked goods. A little dragon learns that there are many types of gold, and finds one that may be the…
The Nightmare Before KissmasThe Nightmare Before Kissmas, eBook
by Raasch, SaraeBook, 2024eBook, 2024
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Added Jan 02, 2025
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Yup, this is my favorite book of 2024. When I first heard the premise, about holiday kingdoms and a queer romance between my two favorite holidays, I was hooked. The book did not disappoint at all, with interesting and fleshed out characters, smart dialogue and narration, funny and romantic moments, some real stakes with royal and family troubles. and some real growth from the people involved. Also I just really loved the world building. I want to know how all the holidays work now. I can’t wait until the next book.Yup, this is my favorite book of 2024. When I first heard the premise, about holiday kingdoms and a queer romance between my two favorite holidays, I was hooked. The book did not disappoint at all, with interesting and fleshed out characters, smart…
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Added Dec 30, 2024
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A picture book in verse that mentions the centuries of festivities that are held on the Winter Solstice. Though it doesn't go into much depth, it's a good first introduction to kids on this turning of the seasons and what it's meant to people through history.A picture book in verse that mentions the centuries of festivities that are held on the Winter Solstice. Though it doesn't go into much depth, it's a good first introduction to kids on this turning of the seasons and what it's meant to people…
The Light From My MenorahThe Light From My Menorah, BookCelebrating Holidays Around the World
by Heald, RobinBook, 2024First edition.Book, 2024. First edition.
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Added Dec 30, 2024
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A lovely picture book that highlights many winter holidays that celebrate light. It begins with Hanukkah, but also mentions Dwali, St. Lucia Day, Loy Krathong, Kwanzaa and Christmas. A simple look for kids at how so many places around the world celebrate this special time of year.A lovely picture book that highlights many winter holidays that celebrate light. It begins with Hanukkah, but also mentions Dwali, St. Lucia Day, Loy Krathong, Kwanzaa and Christmas. A simple look for kids at how so many places around the world…
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Added Dec 17, 2024
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A kid likes things that are both 'for boys' and 'for girls', giving them a purple shadow instead of the usual blue or pink. What happens when our main character goes to a dance that asks them to choose a blue or pink side? A lovely rhyming book about differences and finding connections with each other through them.A kid likes things that are both 'for boys' and 'for girls', giving them a purple shadow instead of the usual blue or pink. What happens when our main character goes to a dance that asks them to choose a blue or pink side? A lovely rhyming book…
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