November is National Picture Book Month, the perfect time to cozy up with a good book! This month’s favorites will take young readers on camping adventures, introduce them to dragons and knights, and show that no matter how different, everyone can find a place where they belong.
Adventures at Lake Omigosh
By Scott Sollers
Legend has it that there is a mysterious creature that lurks in the depths of the lake at Camp Horizon. One day, when campers Harry and Felix decide to go canoeing, a bad storm arrives, putting the two in danger. Who will come to their rescue when their canoe flips over and the boys are left stranded in the middle of the lake? Young readers will love the sense of adventure and wonder in this book. Ages 3-8
A New Friend for Dragon
By Bianca Shulze
In this most recent tale in the beloved Dragon series, a new knight has come to town! Sir Fiero wears smooth, shiny armor and has a sparkling silver sword. Dragon wants to be friends with him and invites him to play. But Sir Fiero doesn’t believe that dragons and knights can be friends—or can they? A sweet tale of friendship and challenging stereotypes. Ages 3-8.
The Lonely Little Fart
By Melea Nieto
Being too stinky, Little Fart is out of place in a world where everyone else seems to fit in. Despite facing rejection at every turn, the lonely Little Fart does not give up, because even the smelliest among us can have the biggest hearts. A lesson in perseverance, The Lonely Little Fart teaches young readers that no matter how different, everyone can find a place where they belong. Ages 4-8.
Play Games With Me
By Kat Chen
In this interactive board book, young readers will engage with Alex and his best friend, a stuffed dinosaur named Rex. Together, they play hide-and-seek, build blocks and cook burgers and noodles. Along the way, the book engages children with questions that help them develop their social skills by practicing conversations. Ages 0-3.
Sarah Scarbuck’s Heart Zipper
By Sarah Morbitzer
Little redheaded Sarah Scarbuck struggles to be proud of her badge of honor: an open-heart surgery scar. Even though her parents always remind her of her strength from her superhero scar, sometimes Sarah wonders if she can still do everything that other kids do – like play college volleyball. A lovely reminder that kids are not defined or limited by their medical conditions.
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