Picture Books Posts
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Launchpad: Born, by John Sobol and Cindy Derby
A beautiful story celebrating the ordinary miracle of life.
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Children's Books That Will Make You Laugh and/or Cry
"I wanted to write a story that was sad and messy and hopeful and loving all at the same time."
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Notes From a Children's Librarian: Books That Make the List
Great mentor texts for the writing and reading curriculum.
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Launchpad: West Coast Wild Babies, by Deborah Hodge
"There are a growing number of books for young children that celebrate and encourage an appreciation for the natural world. I am happy to add to this …
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RMB Kids Books!
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Seeing the Forest AND the Trees
When self isolation and physical distancing has got your family cooped up, the next best thing might just be reading picture books about trees.
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Notes from a Children's Librarian: Catchy Beginnings
Great books with great starts.
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Most Anticipated: Spring 2020 Books for Young Readers Preview
We're excited to be looking ahead to books for young readers, including picture books, middle grade, and YA titles.
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CanLit's Favourite Cakes
For Family Literacy Day, we're celebrating delicious cakes (with recipes!) from classic Canadian picture books.
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Notes From a Children's Librarian: Descriptive Language
Beautiful books that exemplify descriptive language for Grades 1–6.