February Books

February Children's Books

February Books

"Once you learn to read, you will forever be free."
~ Frederick Douglass

The nation's first President, George Washington, is introduced to our youngest readers with engaging anecdotes and colorful images. The book describes Washington's love of nature and horses and his involvement in the fight for independence. Preschool-2nd grade.

My Little Golden Book About Abraham Lincoln
by Bonnie Bader

Appealing artwork and engaging text, draws the reader into the story of one of our most popular presidents. Little ones will enjoy key anecdotes about Lincoln, beginning with young Abe's love of reading. Fun facts at the end—such as Lincoln’s declaration of the final Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day—round out this nonfiction book full of Little Golden Book charm.

Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
by Laura Numeroff

Mouse makes valentines for all his friends. Follow Mouse as he makes valentines for all his friends. With each valentine, Mouse matches his friend's interests and what he loves about each of his friends. A perfect book to pair with Valentine's Day activities.

Grandma's Purse
by Vanessa Brantley-Newton

When Grandma Mimi comes to visit her purse is used to create a bond between Grandma and her granddaughter. Each item from grandma's purse tells something about Grandma Mimi and her love for her granddaughter. The illustrations are bright and fun, and shows the love between characters. This book will make you feel happy.

A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson
By David A. Adler

Traces the life of the talented and determined athlete who broke the color barrier in major league baseball in 1947 by joining the Brooklyn Dodgers.

The Book with No Pictures
B.J. Novak

An innovative, silly, fun, and colorful picture book. Except there are no pictures! It is about making children laugh when reading aloud silly gibberish that the reader must read because it is the rule. A book that gets childrens imaginations and giggles going with amazing colorful ridiculous words. There is power in the written word.

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The Hundred Dresses
By Eleanor Estes

Wanda Petronski is the unwitting star of this sad little story that speaks to all of us. Wanda definitely stands out in Room 13--she has a Polish name, lives in a poor part of town and has only one dress to wear to school. To defend herself against her classmates' taunts, she brags that she has one hundred beautiful dresses in her closet.

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