SJPL Picks: Learn to Read and Rhyme

Mine!

by Fleming, Candace

Book - 2023

A group of forest animals vie for the same delicious red apple that is just about to drop. A group of forest animals vie for the same delicious red apple that is just about to drop. Show less

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I Am Cat!

by Bently, Peter

Book - 2023

A mischievous house cat goes about its busy day sleeping, playing, and pretending it's a big cat catching prey. A mischievous house cat goes about its busy day sleeping, playing, and pretending it's a big cat catching prey. Show less

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Jump In!

by Strickland, Shadra

Book - 2023

This bright, joyful picture book celebrates a community at play! It's a sunny spring day, and the tic tac tic tac sound of jump ropes hitting the ground ...Show more This bright, joyful picture book celebrates a community at play! It's a sunny spring day, and the tic tac tic tac sound of jump ropes hitting the ground floats through the wind. "Jump in!" Everyone lines up for a turn. The Delancy twins, double dutch divas. Leroy Jones with the hip-hop tricks. Even Ms. Mabel, showing the youngstas how it's done. And after a day of fun, when the street lights start to flicker, it's time to . . . jump out! With a bold graphic style, read-aloud enhancing gatefolds, and an exuberance that leaps off the page, acclaimed artist Shadra Strickland's author/illustrator debut will make readers of all ages get up on their feet! Show less

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Fire Chief Fran

by Ashman, Linda

Book - 2022

In this action-packed picture book featuring a strong female role model, young readers will learn the many ways firefighters help their communities by following Fire Chief Fran and her team as they respond to much more than just fires. In this action-packed picture book featuring a strong female role model, young readers will learn the many ways firefighters help their communities by following Fire Chief Fran and her team as they respond to much more than just fires. Show less

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My Fade Is Fresh

by Grant, Shauntay

Book - 2022

Staying true to herself, a little girl speaks up at the barbershop and leaves with the freshest fade on the block, in this rhyming story that encourages young girls to be self-confident and celebrates the many shapes and forms Black hair can take. Staying true to herself, a little girl speaks up at the barbershop and leaves with the freshest fade on the block, in this rhyming story that encourages young girls to be self-confident and celebrates the many shapes and forms Black hair can take. Show less

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Some Bodies

by Kennen, Sophie

Book - 2022

In rhyming text, all the things that make our bodies special--from the texture of our hair to the color of our eyes--are celebrated. In rhyming text, all the things that make our bodies special--from the texture of our hair to the color of our eyes--are celebrated. Show less

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Together We Ride

by Bolling, Valerie

Book - 2022

Told in rhyming text, a young African American girl learns to ride a bike, with the help of her father. A brave little girl, with a guiding hand from her dad and an enthusiastic bark from her pup, discovers the freedom that comes from riding a bike. Told in rhyming text, a young African American girl learns to ride a bike, with the help of her father. A brave little girl, with a guiding hand from her dad and an enthusiastic bark from her pup, discovers the freedom that comes from riding a bike. Show less

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In You I See

by Emily, Rachel

Book - 2022

People are not always what they seem on the surface and it is important to look a little closer. This charming book encourages its young readers to use th...Show more People are not always what they seem on the surface and it is important to look a little closer. This charming book encourages its young readers to use their imagination, and to look within others, and themselves, and discover all that they have to offer. Are you as joyful and bright as a daffodil? Or as bold and brave as a tiger? In You I See highlights and celebrates the various layers and attributes different people can have. With captivating, rhyming text by singer-songwriter Rachel "Maiday" Moulden and gorgeous illustrations by Jodie Howard, this enchanting book brings the magic of rhyme and nature together. Whether you are looking for a bedtime story, a beautiful gift for a special occasion, or just a book to share with your child, this charming picture book will make the perfect addition to the book shelf. Show less

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Nothing Rhymes With Orange

by Rex, Adam

Book - 2017

All the fruits gather together and enjoy a rhyming party, but poor Orange feels left out because he does not rhyme with anything--until Apple invents a new word. All the fruits gather together and enjoy a rhyming party, but poor Orange feels left out because he does not rhyme with anything--until Apple invents a new word. Show less

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Fourteen Monkeys

A Rain Forest Rhyme

by Stewart, Melissa

Book - 2021

In Manau National Park in Peru, an amazing fourteen different species of monkeys live together. That's more than in any other rainforest in the world! How...Show more In Manau National Park in Peru, an amazing fourteen different species of monkeys live together. That's more than in any other rainforest in the world! How can they coexist so well? Find out in this lyrical, rhyming picture book that explores each monkey's habits, diet, and home, illustrating how this delicate ecosystem and its creatures live together in harmony Show less

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Hurry Up!

A Book About Slowing Down

by Dopirak, Kate

Book - 2020

A very busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together. A very busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together. Show less

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Boogie Boogie, Y'all

by Esperanza, Charles George

Book - 2021

Lively and colorful with a read-aloud beat, this picture book celebrates the rich culture of the Boogie Down Bronx, inviting readers to an epic block party! Lively and colorful with a read-aloud beat, this picture book celebrates the rich culture of the Boogie Down Bronx, inviting readers to an epic block party! Show less

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Hip-hop Lollipop

by Montanari, Susan McElroy

Book - 2018

Follow a little girl as she moves, swings, and grooves her way through her bedtime routine, dancing all the while, until she finally closes her eyes and dances through her dreams. Follow a little girl as she moves, swings, and grooves her way through her bedtime routine, dancing all the while, until she finally closes her eyes and dances through her dreams. Show less

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Mother Goose to the Rescue!

by Evans, Nate

Book - 2021

Chief Mother Goose and her firefighter friends show bravery as they put out the fire in the Queen of Hearts' bakery. Chief Mother Goose and her firefighter friends show bravery as they put out the fire in the Queen of Hearts' bakery. Show less

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One, Two, Grandma Loves You

by Becker, Shelly

Book - 2021

In this rhyming picture book, a little girl and her grandmother count up to their next visit and then do all of their favorite things together. In this rhyming picture book, a little girl and her grandmother count up to their next visit and then do all of their favorite things together. Show less

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Hound Won't Go

by Rogers, Lisa Jean

Book - 2020

While on a walk with his owner, Hound suddenly stops in the middle of a busy intersection and refuses to budge, but when the clouds open up into a thunderstorm, he cannot wait to get home. While on a walk with his owner, Hound suddenly stops in the middle of a busy intersection and refuses to budge, but when the clouds open up into a thunderstorm, he cannot wait to get home. Show less

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I Am A Good Friend!

by Greenawalt, Kelly

Book - 2021

In rhyming text, Princess Truly strives to use her magic powers to be a good friend whether it is in the park with her pug Noodles (who needs a little hel...Show more In rhyming text, Princess Truly strives to use her magic powers to be a good friend whether it is in the park with her pug Noodles (who needs a little help making new friends), in the rainbow clubhouse which she and her best friend are building, or at her very first sleepover. Show less

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Aaron Slater, Illustrator

by Beaty, Andrea

Book - 2021

When Miss Greer asks each child in the class to write a story, second-grader Aaron, who loves to draw but struggles with reading, creates a story using pictures. When Miss Greer asks each child in the class to write a story, second-grader Aaron, who loves to draw but struggles with reading, creates a story using pictures. Show less

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Girls and Boys Come Out to Play

by Pearson, Tracey Campbell

Book - 2021

Mother Goose invites children on a city block to come out and play and when they do, they meet some of her most famous nursery rhyme characters. Mother Goose invites children on a city block to come out and play and when they do, they meet some of her most famous nursery rhyme characters. Show less

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The Poop Song

by Litwin, Eric

Book - 2021

From cats to caterpillars, bluebirds to babies, everybody poops in their own special way. From cats to caterpillars, bluebirds to babies, everybody poops in their own special way. Show less

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Sadie Sprocket Builds A Rocket

by Fliess, Sue

Book - 2021

Sadie Sprocket is a girl with a big dream ... to go to Mars! No one has been to Mars (yet!), so of course that's where Sadie sets her sights. She learns e...Show more Sadie Sprocket is a girl with a big dream ... to go to Mars! No one has been to Mars (yet!), so of course that's where Sadie sets her sights. She learns everything she can about the planet and space, then assembles her crew of trusty stuffed animals. Together they build a rocket and prepare for the historic journey. And then finally ... blastoff! Show less

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What Are Little Girls Made Of?

by Willis, Jeanne

Book - 2021

A feminist reimagining of classic nursery rhymes depicts a Georgie Porgie who never dares to make the girls cry, a Little Bo-Peep who takes no-nonsense care of her sheep and a woman doctor who puts Humpty Dumpty together again. A feminist reimagining of classic nursery rhymes depicts a Georgie Porgie who never dares to make the girls cry, a Little Bo-Peep who takes no-nonsense care of her sheep and a woman doctor who puts Humpty Dumpty together again. Show less

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Bear Can't Wait

by Wilson, Karma

Book - 2021

As final preparations are being made for a long-planned surprise party, Bear gets so excited he nearly ruins everything. As final preparations are being made for a long-planned surprise party, Bear gets so excited he nearly ruins everything. Show less

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Cool Cuts

by Roe, Mechal Renee

Book - 2020

An illustrated, joyful celebration of African-American boys' hairstyles An illustrated, joyful celebration of African-American boys' hairstyles Show less

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