Reading Tip: Do not expect children to sit without interacting with adults. Allow children to become an active part of your book sharing time by asking questions about the story or by encouraging them to help say a repetitive phrase.

Cat by Mike Dumbleton JP DUM
As a cat navigates the perils of the outside world, it and its prey find things in which to be thankful. Recommended for ages 2-5
Themes: Emotions, Gratitude

On Our Way Home by Braun Sebastien JP SEB
Daddy and his little one are walking home, and on their journey, they share some lovely moments together—racing; counting falling leaves; watching the sun go down; and seeing the stars twinkling overhead. Recommended for ages Birth–3
Themes: Families

The I Love You Book by Todd Parr JP PAR
Celebrate the love one person has for another. Recommended for ages Birth–5
Themes: Love, Families

The Ultimate Guide to Grandmas and Grandpas by Sally Lloyd-Jones JP LLO
Discover how to make grandparents happy. Some tips include singing and dancing for them and letting them give you special treats and presents. Recommended for ages 3-5
Themes: Grandparents, Families

Two at the Zoo by Danna Smith JP SMI
A grandfather and grandchild go to the zoo where they count animals from one to ten Recommended for ages 2-5
Theme: Zoos, Counting, Grandfathers

Uh-oh! by Rachel Isadora JP ISA
As an African American toddler keeps getting in mischief all day, the reader is invited to discover the trouble with each page-turn and to say “uh-oh!”
Recommended for ages Birth–3
Theme: Toddler activities

Whoo! Whoo! Goes the Train by Anne Rockwell JP ROC
Allan, who loves trains and learns all that he can about them, has a wonderful time when he finally takes his first train ride. Recommended for ages 3-5
Theme: Railroad and trains, Voyages and travel, Families