Best of 2021 (so far): Kids Titles | Broadview Public Library District

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"This is such a fun story about space and hair with super colorful and exciting illustrations."—Jenna, Collection Management Librarian

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Stella travels planet to planet visting her aunties looking for a stellar hairdo for the Big Star Little Gala, but she is not convinced by any of their suggestions.

2) Follow that food!

Author

Webster, Christy

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"I gave this picture book to my favorite 5-year-old picky eater and recommended the Netflix series for him. It's quirky, fun, and includes lots of learnings. I love the series and the book; it's got a Sesame Series vibe but with a bonus of Michelle Obama!"—Alex, Adult Services Manager

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"Join Waffles and Mochi ... as they go on fearless food journeys."--Back cover.

3) Wishes

Author

Van, Muon

Notes

"Wow. This book is a total stunner from the minimal but so important text to the absolutely gorgeous illustrations."—Jenna, Collection Management Librarian

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"In this spare, poetic picture book based on author Muon Van's family history and told through a series of wishes, a family packs up everything they own and embarks on a perilous oceanic voyage toward a better life"--Provided by publisher.

4) We move together

Author

Fritsch, Kelly

Notes

"This is the first book I've ever seen that shows all the people I know: people with feeding tubes, communicating with apps and ASL, ambulatory wheelchair users, and more. It's not preachy, making it perfect for sharing and starting conversations about how we can all help to dismantle unfair barriers in our community."—Shelley, Children's Services Librarian

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A bold and colorful exploration of all the ways that people navigate through the spaces around them, and a celebration of the relationships we build along the way. We Move Together follows a mixed-ability group of kids as they creatively negotiate everyday barriers, and find joy and connection in disability culture and community. A perfect tool for families, schools, and libraries to facilitate conversations about disability, accessibility, social...

5) Laxmi's mooch

Author

Anand, Shelly

Notes

"This is a beautifully written and illustrated book about body hair positivity and affirmations for younger kids. Using words in Hindi with translations illustrated throughout, this book is written for everyone and anyone!"—Megha, Children's Services Library Assistant

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After Laxmi's friend Zoe points out the hairs on her lip, Laxmi is very self-conscious until her East Indian parents help her to accept and celebrate her appearance.

6) The dangerous gift

Author

Sutherland, Tui T

Series

Wings of fire. Original series volume 14

Notes

"The latest book in the Wings of Fire series, which not only picks up the series plot, but has a great focus on Queen Snowfall! I love how dragons in this series have dragon sensibilities, not human ones, but are still caring beings!"—Amy, Teen Services Digital Learning Librarian

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Book, Audiobook CD, eAudiobook, eBook, Kindle, Large Print, Pre-loaded Audio

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"In the newest installment of the Wings of Fire series, tensions are higher than ever as we prepare for a fight for the survival of dragonkind!"-- Snowfall didn't expect to be queen of the IceWings at such a young age, but now that she is, she's going to be the best queen ever. All she has to do is keep her tribe within IceWing territory, where it's safe -- while keeping every other tribe out, where they belong. It's a perfect and simple plan, backed...

7) My fate according to the butterfly

Author

Villanueva, Gail D

Notes

"A semi-fictional tale of a young girl trying to bring her family together for her upcoming birthday. Author Gail D. Villanueva writes a meaningful story, geared for a young age group, who may also be experiencing similar issues as our 11-year-old protagonist, Sab."—Beronica, Middle School Services Librarian

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In one week Sabrina will be eleven-years-old and she would really like to get her estranged parents and her older sister Nadine together for the celebration, especially since the black butterfly landing on her locket has convinced her that she is going to die; Sabrina and her friend Pepper come up with a bucket list, and enlist Nadine's help--but aspiring reporter Nadine is working on a story about the Philippines' war on drugs, and she has uncovered...