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SJPL Picks: All You Need is Love!

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Parents hugging children; families caring for their pets; unexpected surprises from grandparents; playing your friend's favorite game; an older sibling making you your favorite meal; listening when someone's upset; or missing ones we've lost...there are so many ways to share and show how we care for one another, and in this collection of picture books we can see some of the many ways we love. Selected and curated by SJPL Librarians.

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Just the Way You Are

Just the Way You Are

by Dodd, Emma

Book - 2022

"This heartwarming and uplifting book features an adorable little tiger cub who learns the value of having someone who loves them for being their authentic self." "This heartwarming and uplifting book features an adorable little tiger cub who learns the value of having someone who loves them for being their authentic self." Show less

"This heartwarming and uplifting book features an adorable little tiger cub who learns the value of having someone who loves them for being their authentic self." "This heartwarming and uplifting book features an adorable little tiger cub who learns the value of having someone who loves them for being their authentic self." Show less

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Me and the Boss

Me and the Boss

A Story About Mending and Love

by Edwards, Michelle

Book - 2022

"To make his big sister, Zora, aka the boss, proud, Lee learns to sew at the library and secretly sews the ear back on Zora's stuffed bear, an act of kindness that earns him a special big sister hug." "To make his big sister, Zora, aka the boss, proud, Lee learns to sew at the library and secretly sews the ear back on Zora's stuffed bear, an act of kindness that earns him a special big sister hug." Show less

"To make his big sister, Zora, aka the boss, proud, Lee learns to sew at the library and secretly sews the ear back on Zora's stuffed bear, an act of kindness that earns him a special big sister hug." "To make his big sister, Zora, aka the boss, proud, Lee learns to sew at the library and secretly sews the ear back on Zora's stuffed bear, an act of kindness that earns him a special big sister hug." Show less

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The More You Give

The More You Give

by Campbell, Marcy

Book - 2022

"Depicting a loving family connection spanning generations, this story opens with a boy and his grandmother, who share a close bond, expressing their...Show more "Depicting a loving family connection spanning generations, this story opens with a boy and his grandmother, who share a close bond, expressing their deep affection for one other in hugs, laughter, patience, and pancakes. They plant an acorn together and watch it grow into a sapling. As the years go by, the grandmother dies, and eventually the boy grows up to become a father, sharing the loving experiences and caring for the oak tree with his daughter, who in turn passes the wisdom "About how things grow,/ like trees,/ and people,/ and kindness" to her son, and so on until there is an oak forest where "once there was a wide-open field." " -- School Library Journal. Show less

"Depicting a loving family connection spanning generations, this story opens with a boy and his grandmother, who share a close bond, expressing their...Show more "Depicting a loving family connection spanning generations, this story opens with a boy and his grandmother, who share a close bond, expressing their deep affection for one other in hugs, laughter, patience, and pancakes. They plant an acorn together and watch it grow into a sapling. As the years go by, the grandmother dies, and eventually the boy grows up to become a father, sharing the loving experiences and caring for the oak tree with his daughter, who in turn passes the wisdom "About how things grow,/ like trees,/ and people,/ and kindness" to her son, and so on until there is an oak forest where "once there was a wide-open field." " -- School Library Journal. Show less

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Dadaji's Paintbrush

Dadaji's Paintbrush

by Sirdeshpande, Rashmi

Book - 2022

"Once, in a tiny village in India, there was a young boy who loved to paint. He lived with his grandfather, who taught him to paint with his fingers,...Show more "Once, in a tiny village in India, there was a young boy who loved to paint. He lived with his grandfather, who taught him to paint with his fingers, to make paints from marigolds and brushes made from jasmine flowers. Sometimes, the village children would watch them painting together, and the boy's grandfather would invite them to join in. They didn't have much, but they had each other. After his grandfather dies, the boy notices a little box wrapped in string with a note that read: "From Dadaji, with love," with his grandfather's best paintbrush tucked away inside. But he feels he will never want to paint again. Will the boy overcome his grief and find joy in painting and his dadaji's memory again?" Show less

"Once, in a tiny village in India, there was a young boy who loved to paint. He lived with his grandfather, who taught him to paint with his fingers,...Show more "Once, in a tiny village in India, there was a young boy who loved to paint. He lived with his grandfather, who taught him to paint with his fingers, to make paints from marigolds and brushes made from jasmine flowers. Sometimes, the village children would watch them painting together, and the boy's grandfather would invite them to join in. They didn't have much, but they had each other. After his grandfather dies, the boy notices a little box wrapped in string with a note that read: "From Dadaji, with love," with his grandfather's best paintbrush tucked away inside. But he feels he will never want to paint again. Will the boy overcome his grief and find joy in painting and his dadaji's memory again?" Show less

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Sometimes Love

Sometimes Love

by Moore, Katrina

Book - 2022

"Sharing a powerful message about the different ways we show love, this poetic story follows a little girl as she is temporarily parted from her beloved dog when her mother is deployed overseas." "Sharing a powerful message about the different ways we show love, this poetic story follows a little girl as she is temporarily parted from her beloved dog when her mother is deployed overseas." Show less

"Sharing a powerful message about the different ways we show love, this poetic story follows a little girl as she is temporarily parted from her beloved dog when her mother is deployed overseas." "Sharing a powerful message about the different ways we show love, this poetic story follows a little girl as she is temporarily parted from her beloved dog when her mother is deployed overseas." Show less

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I Love You Because I Love You

I Love You Because I Love You

by Van, Muon

Book - 2022

"This heartfelt book details all the big and small reasons why we love the people we do within an affirming call-and-response format featuring families across the spectrum." "This heartfelt book details all the big and small reasons why we love the people we do within an affirming call-and-response format featuring families across the spectrum." Show less

"This heartfelt book details all the big and small reasons why we love the people we do within an affirming call-and-response format featuring families across the spectrum." "This heartfelt book details all the big and small reasons why we love the people we do within an affirming call-and-response format featuring families across the spectrum." Show less

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Love, Violet

Love, Violet

by Wild, Charlotte Sullivan

Book - 2021

"Of all the kids in Violet's class, only one leaves her speechless: Mira, the girl with the cheery laugh who races like the wind, and as Valentine's Day approaches, shy Violet musters the courage to tell Mira just how special she is." "Of all the kids in Violet's class, only one leaves her speechless: Mira, the girl with the cheery laugh who races like the wind, and as Valentine's Day approaches, shy Violet musters the courage to tell Mira just how special she is." Show less

"Of all the kids in Violet's class, only one leaves her speechless: Mira, the girl with the cheery laugh who races like the wind, and as Valentine's Day approaches, shy Violet musters the courage to tell Mira just how special she is." "Of all the kids in Violet's class, only one leaves her speechless: Mira, the girl with the cheery laugh who races like the wind, and as Valentine's Day approaches, shy Violet musters the courage to tell Mira just how special she is." Show less

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Milk and Juice

Milk and Juice

A Recycling Romance

by Brown, Meredith Crandall

Book - 2021

"Juice and Milk fall in love and live happily ever after until Juice is taken away and recycled, which starts their hilarious and heartbreaking journey throughout the world where they hope to one day be reunited." "Juice and Milk fall in love and live happily ever after until Juice is taken away and recycled, which starts their hilarious and heartbreaking journey throughout the world where they hope to one day be reunited." Show less

"Juice and Milk fall in love and live happily ever after until Juice is taken away and recycled, which starts their hilarious and heartbreaking journey throughout the world where they hope to one day be reunited." "Juice and Milk fall in love and live happily ever after until Juice is taken away and recycled, which starts their hilarious and heartbreaking journey throughout the world where they hope to one day be reunited." Show less

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Bisa's Carnaval

Bisa's Carnaval

by Pastro, Joana

Book - 2021

"In the city of Olinda, Brazil, Clara is looking forward to the Carnaval street parade, with the colorful, fantastic costumes that her great-grandmot...Show more "In the city of Olinda, Brazil, Clara is looking forward to the Carnaval street parade, with the colorful, fantastic costumes that her great-grandmother makes for the family--but her Bisa is too old to follow the parade, so Clara decides to bring the parade to her." Show less

"In the city of Olinda, Brazil, Clara is looking forward to the Carnaval street parade, with the colorful, fantastic costumes that her great-grandmot...Show more "In the city of Olinda, Brazil, Clara is looking forward to the Carnaval street parade, with the colorful, fantastic costumes that her great-grandmother makes for the family--but her Bisa is too old to follow the parade, so Clara decides to bring the parade to her." Show less

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Bright Brown Baby

Bright Brown Baby

A Treasury

by Pinkney, Andrea Davis

Book - 2022

Also in eBook. "Cuddle up with your little one, read aloud, and REPEAT: This gorgeous picture book treasury is sure to become your favorite storytime...Show more Also in eBook. "Cuddle up with your little one, read aloud, and REPEAT: This gorgeous picture book treasury is sure to become your favorite storytime anthem. Dive into these five beautiful poems that celebrate the tender, cozy, early days between parent and child, and the exuberant joy of watching a brand-new life take shape." -- Goodreads.com. Show less

Also in eBook. "Cuddle up with your little one, read aloud, and REPEAT: This gorgeous picture book treasury is sure to become your favorite storytime...Show more Also in eBook. "Cuddle up with your little one, read aloud, and REPEAT: This gorgeous picture book treasury is sure to become your favorite storytime anthem. Dive into these five beautiful poems that celebrate the tender, cozy, early days between parent and child, and the exuberant joy of watching a brand-new life take shape." -- Goodreads.com. Show less

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My Love for You Is Always

My Love for You Is Always

by Sze, Gillian

Book - 2021

"As she prepares a traditional Chinese meal for her family, a mother answers her child's question: "What is love?"." "As she prepares a traditional Chinese meal for her family, a mother answers her child's question: "What is love?"." Show less

"As she prepares a traditional Chinese meal for her family, a mother answers her child's question: "What is love?"." "As she prepares a traditional Chinese meal for her family, a mother answers her child's question: "What is love?"." Show less

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One, Two, Grandma Loves You

One, Two, Grandma Loves You

by Becker, Shelly

Book - 2021

"In this cheerful 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 cheerful 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

"In this cheerful 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 cheerful 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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When We Fly

When We Fly

by McGeachin, Jess

Book - 2021

"Lucy, a pale child with dark hair and ink-dot eyes, lives with her bespectacled single father, and delights in fixing things: “the wonky mailbox, br...Show more "Lucy, a pale child with dark hair and ink-dot eyes, lives with her bespectacled single father, and delights in fixing things: “the wonky mailbox, broken watches, even Dad’s old binoculars.” When she finds a sparrow with a broken wing, she immediately names him Flap and gets to work building a project to help him fly again. Soft brushed digital art bathes Lucy’s creation in buttery light: a plane assembled from disparate parts. The core of author-illustrator McGeachin’s poignant, fantastical tale is grounded in sobering reality, as Lucy’s father helps her come to terms with the knowledge that not everything is fixable, but he also teaches her that moving forward—including, as suggested in a quiet visual arc, grieving a late family member—is possible with the support of loved ones. " -- Publisher's Weekly. Show less

"Lucy, a pale child with dark hair and ink-dot eyes, lives with her bespectacled single father, and delights in fixing things: “the wonky mailbox, br...Show more "Lucy, a pale child with dark hair and ink-dot eyes, lives with her bespectacled single father, and delights in fixing things: “the wonky mailbox, broken watches, even Dad’s old binoculars.” When she finds a sparrow with a broken wing, she immediately names him Flap and gets to work building a project to help him fly again. Soft brushed digital art bathes Lucy’s creation in buttery light: a plane assembled from disparate parts. The core of author-illustrator McGeachin’s poignant, fantastical tale is grounded in sobering reality, as Lucy’s father helps her come to terms with the knowledge that not everything is fixable, but he also teaches her that moving forward—including, as suggested in a quiet visual arc, grieving a late family member—is possible with the support of loved ones. " -- Publisher's Weekly. Show less

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Best Day Ever!

Best Day Ever!

by Singer, Marilyn

Book - 2021

"This playful puppy thinks she’s having the best day ever! She's so happy to be out with her friend, she doesn't even realize that she's being a litt...Show more "This playful puppy thinks she’s having the best day ever! She's so happy to be out with her friend, she doesn't even realize that she's being a little naughty. But then he scolds her, and suddenly—Worst. Day. Ever. Will puppy be able to make amends and turn their day back around? Join an exuberant, boundary-pushing pup and her exasperated boy in this reassuring story about unconditional love and the challenges of trying to always be on your best behavior. " -- Goodreads.com. Show less

"This playful puppy thinks she’s having the best day ever! She's so happy to be out with her friend, she doesn't even realize that she's being a litt...Show more "This playful puppy thinks she’s having the best day ever! She's so happy to be out with her friend, she doesn't even realize that she's being a little naughty. But then he scolds her, and suddenly—Worst. Day. Ever. Will puppy be able to make amends and turn their day back around? Join an exuberant, boundary-pushing pup and her exasperated boy in this reassuring story about unconditional love and the challenges of trying to always be on your best behavior. " -- Goodreads.com. Show less

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I Sang You Down From the Stars

I Sang You Down From the Stars

by Spillett-Sumner, Tasha

Book - 2021

"An Indigenous woman describes how she loved her child before it was born and, throughout her pregnancy, gathered a bundle of gifts to welcome the newborn." "An Indigenous woman describes how she loved her child before it was born and, throughout her pregnancy, gathered a bundle of gifts to welcome the newborn." Show less

"An Indigenous woman describes how she loved her child before it was born and, throughout her pregnancy, gathered a bundle of gifts to welcome the newborn." "An Indigenous woman describes how she loved her child before it was born and, throughout her pregnancy, gathered a bundle of gifts to welcome the newborn." Show less

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Viking in Love

Viking in Love

by Cenko, Doug

Book - 2021

"With his Viking ingenuity and a few helpful kittens, Stig overcomes his fear of the sea and woos the bold and beautiful Ingrid." "With his Viking ingenuity and a few helpful kittens, Stig overcomes his fear of the sea and woos the bold and beautiful Ingrid." Show less

"With his Viking ingenuity and a few helpful kittens, Stig overcomes his fear of the sea and woos the bold and beautiful Ingrid." "With his Viking ingenuity and a few helpful kittens, Stig overcomes his fear of the sea and woos the bold and beautiful Ingrid." Show less

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I'll Meet You in your Dreams

I'll Meet You in your Dreams

by Young, Jessica

Book - 2021

"A child and parent journey through life together--always remembering that even if the other is far away they can meet in their dreams"-- Provided by publisher. "A child and parent journey through life together--always remembering that even if the other is far away they can meet in their dreams"-- Provided by publisher. Show less

"A child and parent journey through life together--always remembering that even if the other is far away they can meet in their dreams"-- Provided by publisher. "A child and parent journey through life together--always remembering that even if the other is far away they can meet in their dreams"-- Provided by publisher. Show less

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I Dream of Popo

I Dream of Popo

by Blackburne, Livia

Book - 2021

"A young girl misses her grandmother when her family moves from Taiwan to the United States, but their love remains strong." "A young girl misses her grandmother when her family moves from Taiwan to the United States, but their love remains strong." Show less

"A young girl misses her grandmother when her family moves from Taiwan to the United States, but their love remains strong." "A young girl misses her grandmother when her family moves from Taiwan to the United States, but their love remains strong." Show less

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I Love You, Baby Burrito

I Love You, Baby Burrito

by Dominguez, Angela

Book - 2021

"Introduces related Spanish-language vocabulary words in an endearing celebration of the modern tradition of carefully and cozily swaddling a newborn -- like a baby burrito." "Introduces related Spanish-language vocabulary words in an endearing celebration of the modern tradition of carefully and cozily swaddling a newborn -- like a baby burrito." Show less

"Introduces related Spanish-language vocabulary words in an endearing celebration of the modern tradition of carefully and cozily swaddling a newborn -- like a baby burrito." "Introduces related Spanish-language vocabulary words in an endearing celebration of the modern tradition of carefully and cozily swaddling a newborn -- like a baby burrito." Show less

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The Boy Who Loved Everyone

The Boy Who Loved Everyone

by Porter, Jane

Book - 2021

"A sweet and charmingly illustrated picture book about the ways we express love. "I love you," Dimitri tells everyone, from his friends at ...Show more "A sweet and charmingly illustrated picture book about the ways we express love. "I love you," Dimitri tells everyone, from his friends at nursery to the big tree in the playground. But why does no one say it back? Dimitri worries no one loves him until he finds out there are lots of different ways love can spread through the world. A touching and uplifting story, perfect for sharing." Show less

"A sweet and charmingly illustrated picture book about the ways we express love. "I love you," Dimitri tells everyone, from his friends at ...Show more "A sweet and charmingly illustrated picture book about the ways we express love. "I love you," Dimitri tells everyone, from his friends at nursery to the big tree in the playground. But why does no one say it back? Dimitri worries no one loves him until he finds out there are lots of different ways love can spread through the world. A touching and uplifting story, perfect for sharing." Show less

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Weekend Dad

Weekend Dad

by Hrab, Naseem

Book - 2020

"On Monday morning, a boy’s dad moves out of the house and into an apartment. Come the following Friday night, it’s the boy’s weekend with his dad, w...Show more "On Monday morning, a boy’s dad moves out of the house and into an apartment. Come the following Friday night, it’s the boy’s weekend with his dad, who explains to the boy that he has two homes now. But, the boy thinks, it’s nothing like home because his mom isn’t there. His dad says they should do something special, but the boy wants the comfort of doing what they always do on the weekend. And so they do. Before the boy returns to his mom—in an “aw” moment—he leaves his toy animal on his dad’s bed, so the man won’t be alone. When the boy arrives at his other home, his dad gives him a letter, which expresses his love for him. And then it’s Friday again and another weekend with Dad. " -- Booklist. Show less

"On Monday morning, a boy’s dad moves out of the house and into an apartment. Come the following Friday night, it’s the boy’s weekend with his dad, w...Show more "On Monday morning, a boy’s dad moves out of the house and into an apartment. Come the following Friday night, it’s the boy’s weekend with his dad, who explains to the boy that he has two homes now. But, the boy thinks, it’s nothing like home because his mom isn’t there. His dad says they should do something special, but the boy wants the comfort of doing what they always do on the weekend. And so they do. Before the boy returns to his mom—in an “aw” moment—he leaves his toy animal on his dad’s bed, so the man won’t be alone. When the boy arrives at his other home, his dad gives him a letter, which expresses his love for him. And then it’s Friday again and another weekend with Dad. " -- Booklist. Show less

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Papa, Daddy, & Riley

Papa, Daddy, & Riley

by Kirst, Seamus

Book - 2020

"When a classmate insists a family must have a mother and a father, Riley fears she will have to choose between Papa and Daddy until her fathers assure her that love makes a family." "When a classmate insists a family must have a mother and a father, Riley fears she will have to choose between Papa and Daddy until her fathers assure her that love makes a family." Show less

"When a classmate insists a family must have a mother and a father, Riley fears she will have to choose between Papa and Daddy until her fathers assure her that love makes a family." "When a classmate insists a family must have a mother and a father, Riley fears she will have to choose between Papa and Daddy until her fathers assure her that love makes a family." Show less

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Golden Threads

Golden Threads

by Del Rizzo, Suzanne

Book - 2020

"A beloved stuffed animal makes an unintended journey in this thoughtful picture book about love, loss, and recovery. When Emi's toy fox is swept awa...Show more "A beloved stuffed animal makes an unintended journey in this thoughtful picture book about love, loss, and recovery. When Emi's toy fox is swept away in a storm, the fox finds a new home with another young girl, Kiko. Dirty and tattered after his tumultuous trip, the fox wonders if he is even worthy of being loved anymore, but Kiko gently mends him with golden thread and he discovers happiness anew. In the end, Kiko is able to reunite the fox with Emi, and the girls form a budding friendship. " -- Booklist. Show less

"A beloved stuffed animal makes an unintended journey in this thoughtful picture book about love, loss, and recovery. When Emi's toy fox is swept awa...Show more "A beloved stuffed animal makes an unintended journey in this thoughtful picture book about love, loss, and recovery. When Emi's toy fox is swept away in a storm, the fox finds a new home with another young girl, Kiko. Dirty and tattered after his tumultuous trip, the fox wonders if he is even worthy of being loved anymore, but Kiko gently mends him with golden thread and he discovers happiness anew. In the end, Kiko is able to reunite the fox with Emi, and the girls form a budding friendship. " -- Booklist. Show less

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Plenty of Hugs

Plenty of Hugs

by Manushkin, Fran

Book - 2020

"Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day." "Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day." Show less

"Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day." "Illustrations and gently rhyming text follow two mothers and their toddler on a sunny day." Show less

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Things That Go Away

Things That Go Away

by Alemagna, Béatrice

Book - 2020

"There are many things that go away: leaves fall, tears dry, music lasts only for a few moments, and bubbles pop, vanishing without a trace. Everything in life passes, moves on, or transforms, except one thing that never fades." "There are many things that go away: leaves fall, tears dry, music lasts only for a few moments, and bubbles pop, vanishing without a trace. Everything in life passes, moves on, or transforms, except one thing that never fades." Show less

"There are many things that go away: leaves fall, tears dry, music lasts only for a few moments, and bubbles pop, vanishing without a trace. Everything in life passes, moves on, or transforms, except one thing that never fades." "There are many things that go away: leaves fall, tears dry, music lasts only for a few moments, and bubbles pop, vanishing without a trace. Everything in life passes, moves on, or transforms, except one thing that never fades." Show less

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