Jerome Pumphrey
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English
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2024 ALA Youth Media Awards (SCPL-YS)
AMPL Kids Winter RA Escape Room
Black Authors: Board and Picture Books (SCPL-YS)
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AMPL Kids Winter RA Escape Room
Black Authors: Board and Picture Books (SCPL-YS)
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A celebration of Langston Hughes and African American authors he inspired, told through the lens of the party held at the New York Public Library's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in 1991.
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Publication Date
[2024]
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English
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A little boy is excited to work alongside his Papa as they collect eggs, plums, peppers and pumpkins to sell at their stand in the farmer's market, but when Papa cannot make it to the stand, his community gathers around him, with dishes made of his own produce.
3) It's a sign!
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Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Publication Date
2022.
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English
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One, Two, Kat, and Four want to form a club so together they figure out how to make a sign saying what their club should be called.
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English
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"On a small family farm, an old truck falls into disrepair and lies nearly forgotten, except by the family's daughter. The truck is been part of her daydreams as she grows up and develops strength and independence. As an industrious young woman, she pulls the rusted and overgrown vehicle from its almost-grave and restores it"-- Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W.W. Norton &Company
Publication Date
[2025]
Language
English
Description
"On winter nights, an old sleigh delivers firewood, bringing warmth and light to a small town. But small towns get bigger and families grow. When the old sleigh is overwhelmed, a new sled and a new generation carry on the custom and ensure the town is warm and bright"-- Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublisher
Publication Date
[2025]
Language
English
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A poetic picture book explains the history behind Juneteenth celebrations, simultaneously acknowledging the history of slavery in the U.S. as well as the astonishing Black resilience that has led to an enduring legacy of Black joy.
7) The old boat
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English
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"Off a small island, a boy and his grandfather set sail in their beloved fishing boat. They ride the waves, catching wants and wishes and seeing the wonders of the ocean. But soon the boy is sailing the boat himself, drifting further from shore as the waters grow muddied and turbulent. When a storm washes him ashore, he sees home in a new light. He decides to turn the tides of his fortune, cleaning the island's waters and creating a new life with...
Author
Publication Date
[2022]
Language
English
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Books to Read Aloud Grades K-2
Elementary Read Alouds (WPL-Youth)
OBD National Squirrel Day Jan 21 - YOUTH
Elementary Read Alouds (WPL-Youth)
OBD National Squirrel Day Jan 21 - YOUTH
Description
Rat, Squirrel, Rabbit, and Mouse want to cross the bayou, but next to the log they are considering as a bridge is a sneaky tail, which may be attached to someone dangerous--each of the four approach the problem with a different strategy, with varying results.
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Series
Link and Hud volume 1
Publisher
Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W. W. Norton & Company
Publication Date
2023.
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English
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Brothers Lincoln and Hudson Dupré go on imaginary adventures that often wreak havoc in the real world and conspire to undermine their newest babysitter.
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Series
Link and Hud volume 2
Publisher
Norton Young Readers, an imprint of W. W. Norton & Company
Publication Date
[2025]
Language
English
Description
"Lincoln and Hudson Dupre̓ are ready for their summer holiday at the coast. The ocean is perfect for their imagined escapades, but when their dad cuts their trip short, it seems like the end of Link and Hud's aquatic adventures until they run into the ultra-competitive Donaldson brothers, who are on the local swimming team. The Sharks and Coach Strickler will do anything to win and they're not particularly welcoming. Well, if Link and Hud can't join...


