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Summer readings for Rong includes Lottie Paris Lives Here, Say Hello! (2010), Barn Dance!, My People (2009), Firefighters!, The Seals on the Bus.

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Lottie Paris Lives Here

by: Angela Johnson
Lottie Paris Lives Here
Lottie Paris may be precocious, but she still knows how to act like a kid. She dresses up, she plays on the slide, she eats cookies instead of vegetables. She has a great imagination and sees the possibilities in the simplest pleasures. Plus, she's sassy, so there's no chance of getting bored.

Join Lottie Paris in her world and you'll never look at yours the same again!

Say Hello!

by: Rachel Isadora
release date: Apr 15, 2010
Say Hello!
Carmelita loves to greet everyone in her colorful neighborhood. There are people from so many different cultures! They all like to say hello too, so now Carmelita can say hello in Spanish, English, French, Japanese, and many other languages. And her dog, Manny?well, he seems to understand everyone, and gives a happy ?Woof!? wherever he goes.

Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora?s eyecatching collages are full of kid-friendly details like colorful storefronts, pigeons and an ice cream truck, making Carmelita?s neighborhood fun to explore. Emphasizing the rich diversity of America?s neighborhoods, this simple portrait of a child?s day provides a great introduction to the joy of language.

Barn Dance!

by: Pat Hutchins
Barn Dance!

Who can sleep on such a beautiful night?

Not Mama Horse.

Not Mama Pig.

Not Mama Sheep.

They want to dance!

Bounce!

Jig!

Leap!

Shhh!

The little ones are sound asleep . . . or are they?

My People

by: Langston Hughes
release date: Jan 06, 2009
My People
Langston Hughes's spare yet eloquent tribue to his people has been cherished for generations. Now, acclaimed photographer Charles R. Smith Jr. interprets this beloved poem in vivid sepia photographs that capture the glory, the beauty, and the soul of being a black American today.

Firefighters!

by: Patricia Hubbell
Firefighters!
Clang! Clang! Clang! Firefighters rush into their fireproof suits. They pull on their helmets, gloves, and boots. Then off they roar in their trucks—zooming away to save the day!

The Seals on the Bus

by: Lenny Hort
The Seals on the Bus

Two children and their parents board a city bus on their way to a party.At the next stop, who should get on but a group of seals, who holler "ERRP, ERRP, ERRP" at the top of their lungs. Each time the bus stops a new kind of animal joins the passengers and adds to the din, to the children's delight and the parents' annoyance. But when several hissing skunks want to come aboard, even the children cry "HELP! HELP! HELP!"

Now in big-book format, this hilarious version of the beloved children's song "The Wheels on the Bus"will have young readers errping and roaring and honking along.

My Elephant

by: Petr Horacek
My Elephant
Both funny and sweet, this intergenerational story trumpets one boy's boundless imagination — and shows how truly infectious it can be.

What to do when Grandpa and Grandma are too busy to play? Ask your imaginary elephant, of course! He's tons of fun, even if he squashes the flower bed, breaks a few things around the house, and gets a little too splashy in the bathtub. But Grandpa and Grandma will understand — really. With his trademark vibrant, energetic illustrations, Petr Horácek introduces us to a delightfully enterprising child, some wisely laid-back grandparents, and the most endearing elephant you'll ever want to meet.

Birds

by: Kevin Henkes
release date: Feb 17, 2009
Birds

Birds come in all sizes, shapes, and colors. Birds are magic. Birds are everywhere. If you listen very carefully you will hear them, no matter where you live. And if you look very closely you will see them, no matter where you are. And if you can't go outside right this minute, you can always read this book!

Jamaica and Brianna

by: Juanita Havill
release date: Jan 01, 1992
Jamaica and Brianna
It's wintertime again, and Jamaica has to wear her brother Ossie's hand-me-down boots. She finds herself envious of her friend Brianna's pink boots with the fuzzy cuffs, and Brianna teases her about her ugly, old "boy" boots. But one word brings reconciliation for the two friends.

IS YOUR MAMA A LLAMA

by: Deborah Guarino
release date: Jun 01, 2004
IS YOUR MAMA A LLAMA
Follow Lloyd the llama on his quest to discover how many baby animals have llamas for mamas in this read-along, which includes a paperback and an audio CD with music and sound effects.

Lloyd the llama is looking for his mama. "Is your mama a llama?" he asks a bat, a swan, a cow, a seal, and a kangaroo. Young children will share Lloyd's delight when the answer to his question is finally, "Yes!" With rhyme and riddle, and the perfect narration by Amy Madigan, this charming story has become a favorite.

Moo, Moo Brown Cow! Have You Any Milk?

by: Phillis Gershator
release date: Jan 01, 2011
Moo, Moo Brown Cow! Have You Any Milk?
Moo, moo, brown cow! Have you any milk?
"Yes, sir, yes, sir," smooth as silk.
Does milk make me sleepy before I go to bed?
"Yes, sir, yes, sir," the brown cow said.

There's something about this well-known and well-loved nursery rhyme! Clever new verses not found in the original offer charming new critters and gently teach young readers a little something along the way. In verses that mimic the original Baa Baa Black Sheep cadence, a plucky young boy asks each of the farm friends he encounters about the gifts they give us, all in preparation for a bedtime snack and a dream-filled sleep. And as the sun begins to set and the animals prepare to "dream the whole night through of flowers to sip, grass to chew," the little boy asks the animals one last question.

Whether read aloud or sung, this picture book can be a rollicking tale or a perfect lulling bedtime story.

Author Phillis Gershator and illustrator Giselle Potter weave together melodic rhyme and folksy illustrations to transport children to a place of discovery and cozy contentment in this delectable read-aloud.

Bebe Goes Shopping

by: Susan Middleton Elya
Bebe Goes Shopping
A quick trip to the supermercado? Not with Bebe in the shopping cart. Just as Mama is ready to throw up her manos, she gives sweet Bebe a box of animal cookies. A dulce, at last! Then they're off to the checkout line, smiling all the way.
    
Includes a glossary of Spanish words.

Knitty Kitty

by: David Elliott
Knitty Kitty
“Gather up the cats, stoke the fire, and settle the little ones on your lap with this one for a lovely way to end a winter's day.”
 —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review)

What could Knitty Kitty be knitting? Something to keep three mischievous kittens toasty and comfy, of course. But after the snow falls and the moon comes up and it's bedtime for kittens everywhere, what will keep them all warm and snug? Knitty Kitty has the answers! With a fun, rhythmic text and delightfully detailed illustrations, the storybook team of David Elliott and Christopher Denise knit together a cozy read-aloud.

If I Had a Dragon

by: Amanda Ellery
If I Had a Dragon
Morton's brother is too little to be any fun -- but if he were a dragon, playtime would be great...wouldn't it?

Rap a Tap Tap

by: Leo Dillon
release date: Sep 01, 2002
Rap a Tap Tap
With bold paintings and a simple, rhyming text, Caldecott Medalists Leo & Diane Dillon bring young readers a rap a tap tap celebration of dance that will have readers clapping and tapping along.

"There once was a man who danced in the street / He brought pleasure and joy to the people he'd greet / He didn't just dance, he made art with his feet / Rap a tap tap--think of that!"
This simple book for young children has the added bonus of describing the life of a ground-breaking African-American tap dancer. Bill "Bojangles" Robinson was one of the most popular entertainers of the 1920s-30s. People said he "talked with his feet," and in the Dillons' graceful paintings of old New York, he dances from page to page to the tune of a toe-tapping rhyme. Rap a tap tap--think of that!

Llama Llama Mad at Mama

by: Anna Dewdney, Anna Dewdney
release date: Sep 06, 2007
Llama Llama Mad at Mama
Yucky music, great big feet.

Ladies smelling way too sweet.

Look at knees and stand in line.

Llama Llama starts to whine.

Does any child like to go shopping? Not Llama Llama! But Mama can't leave Llama at home, so off they go to Shop-O-Rama. Lots of aisles. Long lines. Mama is too busy to notice that Llama Llama is getting m-a-d! And before he knows it, he's having a full-out tantrum! Mama quickly calms him down, but she also realizes that they need to make shopping more fun for both of them. Parents and children are sure to recognize themselves in this fun-to-read follow-up to the popular Llama Llama Red Pajama.

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Chirchir Is Singing

by: Kelly Cunnane
release date: Aug 23, 2011
Chirchir Is Singing
Chirchir just wants to make herself useful like all her other family members. But she drops Mama's water bucket, spills Kogo's tea, and sends Baba's potatoes tumbling down the hill. Isn't there something that Chirchir does best? Set in the rolling hills of rural Kenya, this is a wise and lyrical story about belonging from Kelly Cunnane, the author of the Ezra Jack Keats Award winner For You Are a Kenyan Child, accompanied by Jude Daly's beautiful folk art-style illustrations.

Farmyard Beat

by: Lindsey Craig, Marc Brown
release date: May 08, 2012
Farmyard Beat
Author Lindsey Craig teams up with Arthur creator and bestselling artist Marc Brown in a toe-tapping farmyard dance-a-thon—perfect for toddler and preschooler read-alouds. As soon as the sun goes down, the animals are up! ("Sheep can't sleep. Sheep can't sleep. Sheep can't sleep 'cause they got that beat!") Before long, there's a giant farmyard dance party, complete with funny animal sounds. But what happens when all the racket wakes up Farmer Sue? Here's a colorful bedtime story that begs to be read aloud.


From the Hardcover edition.

Maisy Goes to Preschool

by: Lucy Cousins
release date: Jun 08, 2010
Maisy Goes to Preschool
Going to preschool is a lot more fun with a friend like Maisy to show you the ropes!

Preschool for Maisy means a day filled with friends and things to do, from the time she hangs her coat on a special peg to the time she says good-bye. There's painting and snack time, stories and nap time (and a bathroom break in between). Soon everyone's ready to haul out the instruments and make some noise, then head outside for a turn at the sandbox or slide. In a bright, full-size storybook full of familiar scenes, this child-friendly look at a day in the life of a preschooler is one that newcomers and seasoned pros alike will be happy to share.


From the Hardcover edition.

Maisy Big, Maisy Small

by: Lucy Cousins
Maisy Big, Maisy Small
Get a whole new perspective on Maisy! Lucy Cousins reimagines her famous mouse in an exuberant concept book that will fascinate young fans.

You've never seen Maisy like this! She's fast, she's slow, she's messy, she's clean — in this kaleidoscopic concept book, the beloved mouse even changes her look from familiar to new as she demonstrates thick and thin, tall and short, young and old, wiggly and straight. With colors and patterns so vibrant they leap off the page, this fresh approach to concepts makes learning about opposites irresistible, for both loyal Maisy fans and new friends alike.

Rain Brings Frogs

by: Maryann Cocca-Leffler
Rain Brings Frogs

Behind every cloud there is sun.

Nate always sees the bright side of life.

While others complain about rain, Nate is happy about the frogs that it brings. When you might think there is nothing to do, Nate is just happy to enjoy the view. Instead of wanting more, Nate is grateful for what he's got.

Smile along with Nate as he enjoys all the good things life has to offer.

Get To Work, Trucks!

by: Don Carter
Get To Work, Trucks!
Join eight hardworking machines for a day at the building site. Don Carter combines the irresistible lure of heavy machinery with simple learning concepts and bright dimensional art -- as vivid and appealing as the toys in the toy box.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

by: Eric Carle
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
THE all-time classic picture book, from generation to generation, sold somewhere in the world every 30 seconds! Have you shared it with a child or grandchild in your life?

"The very hungry caterpillar literally eats his way through the pages of the book—and right into your child's heart..."
—Mother's Manual

"Gorgeously illustrated, brilliantly innovative..."
—The New York Times Book Review

Ten, Nine, Eight

by: Molly Bang
Ten, Nine, Eight
"This beguiling picture book, with a palette of eye-filling colors, appears to arise from the love binding a father and his little `big' girl who turn bedtime into playtime with a rhyming game."--Publishers Weekly. "A loving book, perfect for sharing with the youngest lapsitters."--Booklist.

Who's in Rabbit's House?

by: Verna Aardema
Who's in Rabbit's House?
A Masai tale, presented in the form of a play, in which the frog gets the job of getting a monster out of the rabbit's house after the leopard, elephant, and rhino bungle the job.
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