New Books Added to the Unger Memorial Library Collections

A boy begrudgingly composes a sometimes-rhyming adventure with his precocious little sister.

A deaf girl stands up for herself and takes off her shoes while dancing at her Carnival performance so she can feel the music through her bare feet.

Discover the poetry of our weather in these poems about everyday and once-in-a-lifetime natural phenomena.

A wondrous, heartwarming tribute to the fictional friends we make in stories, the comfort and joy we find in them, and the delight of passing them down through the generations.

An invitation to find joy in the simple things that are all around, if you know how to notice them.

Alina worries as her grandmother's memories fade, but when she meets a mermaid who takes her on an adventure everything changes.

Nat that Cat has a snack. Pat the Rat wants a snack. Nat the Cat can share, right? Nat the Cat does not want to share!

A forgotten school bus finds joy and purpose in the most unexpected places.

Hornbeam the moose saves his blueberry bush from blowing away with the help of his best friend Eureka, goes grocery shopping with Cuddy, and enjoys game night with Erika, Cuddy, and Adorabelle.

Zoom! Zoom! All cars want to race! Who will win first place?

When Abuela comes to visit from Peru, she brings a suitcase full of treasures and her granddaughter learns that home is not just a place, but the love between family no matter the distance.

Leo Wade's next heartfelt and lyrical picture book is a love letter to the infinite potential of the future, expressing the many hopes and dreams we hold for our children and ourselves. Gorgeously illustrated by the author and filled to the brim with her signature big-hearted emotions, this book is an important reminder that, above all, what we wish for everyone's precious life is that they can love and be loved.

Follows a young girl enjoying fun and exciting activities on a perfect summer day.

Are YOU small? This tiny question allows readers to zoom in from an average-sized kid down to a single quark.

Count down from ten to one as ten little construction trucks go about their busy day.

Count down from ten to one as ten little race cars zoom around the track.

Rising moon / Shining moon, / Magic as a June moon. A story of seasides and summertimes, in June Moon, the rising and setting of the moon mirrors a child's imaginative play and bedtime routine, all bathed in the natural magic of an evening in June. With gorgeous illustrations and seamless transitions between reality and the fantasy of a child's view of the night sky, readers of all ages will reach for this lilting bedtime poem again and again.

Find out what happens when you suddenly give some dinosaurs their very own trucks in this hilarious rhyming board book from bestselling author Sandra Boynton.

Cowboy Small takes good care of his horse, rides the range, helps in the roundup, and rides a bucking bronco.

Fireman Small and his little fire engine answer a call, rescue a little girl, and save a house from burning down.

Engineer Small takes the little train on its run from Tinytown to the big city, passing farms, traveling over a bridge, and going though a tunnel along the way.

Describes the many daily duties of a corner traffic cop.

Pilot Small flies his airplane over the countryside, does a loopy-loop, makes an emergency landing, and finally returns safely to the hangar.

Captain Small goes sailing, fishes from his boat, goes for an unexpected swim, and braves a storm on the way home.

Farmer Small takes care of hungry cows, pigs, chickens, turkeys, ducks, and more--all in just one day! Throughout the year, he keeps his farm running smoothly by plowing the fields and selling fruits and vegetables.

When Gus the rhino and Sully the mouse check out the weather each morning, they see and feel the same thing, but each experiences it differently. Bright sun is too hot for Gus and perfect for beach-loving Sully. Clouds inspire Gus's imagination ("I see a bunny!") but they only look like clouds to Sully. The wind is perfect for kite-flying for one but threatens to blow someone small away. Whether rain, snow, or sleet, Gus and Sully are on the spot, reporting back in their way. Wielding ink and watercolor, Steve Light ventures into an appealing new art style with a simple, funny board book ideal for children just beginning to explore the wide world around them.

While picnicking in the park, kids gather around and eat all different types of food.

A group of kids have fun singing and playing with instruments.

Developed by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism, this topic-driven board book offers clear, concrete language and compelling imagery to introduce the concept of justice. This book aims to ground the idea of justice within the responsibilities and benefits of being part of a healthy community. The backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.

Who makes buses and trains and boats and planes go? It's not just the driver! This rhyming read-aloud book celebrates all of the people who work behind the scenes to keep us moving, and introduces young readers to a whole slew of fun, and essential, transportation professions.

When a clutch of duck eggs in a theater courtyard hatch during a performance, the community rallies to protect the ducklings.

When Bear decides to give the moon a birthday present, he climbs a mountain to get close enough to ask what day is the moon's birthday.

The long-awaited sequel to Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing, which shows us a hilarious new group of animals that shouldn't, ever ever ever, dress like humans. Everyone knows that snakes, billy goats, and walruses should not wear clothing. Still, many more animals should definitely not wear clothing ... Because a frog might jump out of it, Because a crab might tear it up, And because a penguin is already formally dressed! Judi and Ron Barrett, the team behind the Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs series, remind us again why animals are better off just how they are.

Emma is a big dog with a lot of little dreams. She dreams of a cool roll in the grass, a warm spring walk, and food, of course. Every day her dreams get bigger, and bigger, until one day...they all come true!

A baby sloth experiences a nighttime tumble and as mama sloth slowly makes her way down the tree, she helps him self-soothe by using his senses.

Lively and unusual things happen when Carl the dog is left in charge of the baby.

Og is a thoughtful monster who stumbles upon a curious creature trapped in a block of ice! Will Og come up with the perfect plan to break the ice, and possibly make a new friend?

Trying to find the perfect birthday present for his mother isn't easy for Danny. The hen offers eggs, goose feathers, and sheep wool. But Mother already has those things. Then the cow suggests that Danny go ask Mr. Bear. It's from him that Danny gets a special and unique gift for his mother.

For Hương, life in Saigon, Vietnam, is mostly normal--at least, as normal as it can be while a war is going on. But when her family decides to take the last flight out of the country to build a new life in America, she worries about missing her home. Through new friends and old traditions, Hương learns that no matter where we go, the smell of home and the taste of love can be found anywhere, as long as we have our family.

James motivates readers to remember they can accomplish their goals when they believe in themselves. Written in fun rhyming verse and illustrated by award-winning and bestselling artist Niña Mata, this book will help little dreamers dream big.

Impressed by the proud caterpillar's boast that she will turn into a butterfly when she grows up, a polliwog determines to watch the caterpillar very carefully and turn into a butterfly too.

A lonely little mouse has to be resourceful to bring his family back together.

Josh hides the bad haircut he gave himself by wearing a bag on his head until his sister has a better idea.

A small stray dog is accepted into a household full of cats by learning to "fit in", but when his mistress is hurt, he demonstrates that being a dog is not all bad.

Addie Ant travels from one garden bed to another on her first solo adventure. As she forges her own path, she gets lost along the way and finds help from her trusted garden pals Lewis Ladybug, Beatrix Butterfly, and Cleo Cricket, in finding her way back home.

Lola is buzzing with excitement! She is off to visit beekeeper Zora and meet her honeybees. At Zora's, Lola goes up to the roof to see the hives. Lola wears a special suit so she can get up close. She sees the queen bee, the workers, and the baby bees. She even gets to taste the honey Zora's bees have made. Now Lola wants to help bees, so she plants some seeds at home. In no time at all, many kinds of bees visit her little wild space!

When El Dragón attacks, artistic Miguel must save his family and prove his colored pencils are mightier than their swords.

Milton the bull should be content, but he cries all the time, even when he is happy, and becoming a bully just makes him even sadder--until he finds a true friend who also cries a lot and understands him.

An imaginative telling of the couch's origin story.

A 1-10 counting book that's full of sweet treats, playful moments, and lots of new baby love.

A family befriends a stray dog, names him Willy, and decides to keep him.

A girl and her eccentric grandmother spend a day being silly together.

When Abuela comes to visit from Peru, she brings a suitcase full of treasures and her granddaughter learns that home is not just a place, but the love between family no matter the distance.

A trip to the zoo inspires a mother to list all the ways they love her child.

In rhyming text, Cat and Dog experience many unexpected twists and adventures on their journey home.

Pictures of animals wearing clothes show why this would be a ridiculous custom for them to adopt.

In this new concept board book about feelings that helps kids learn about their emotions and why they might feel a certain way, Llama Llama experiences the universal highs and lows as he gets ready for bed.

Impressed by the proud caterpillar's boast that she will turn into a butterfly when she grows up, a polliwog determines to watch the caterpillar very carefully and turn into a butterfly too.

Matt, who loves fire trucks, wakes up one morning to find that he has become a fire truck, with one driver, two ladders, three hoses, and ten boots.

A parent and child eagle celebrate the beauty and history of the United States.

From award-winning and beloved author-illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh comes this celebratory bilingual concept picture book. This book of colors features a street fiesta with green avocados, yellow tortillas, purple dance dresses, and brown charro pants. The book includes a double-gatefold finale reveal. Included at the back of the book is a brief author's note that lends additional context.

Follow a baby turtle on a drifting undersea journey to discover all kinds of marine life.

Follow a baby snail on a slow and slimy trail around the garden to discover a world of insects.

Kindergartener Mason learns there are lots of different ways to grow.

When a small boy named Eddie goes searching for his lost teddy in the dark woods, he comes across a gigantic bear with a similar problem.

A curious little boy explores his neighborhood, finding out what is new with his friends and neighbors.

While the three bears are away from home, Goldilocks ventures inside their house, tastes their porridge, tries their chairs, and finally falls asleep in Baby Bear's bed.

Pictures of animals wearing clothes show why this would be a ridiculous custom for them to adopt.

When Donut the bear is told his story is over and he has to leave, he employs trickery so the story can go on.

A family of bears is busy preparing for a baby bear's birthday.

Follow the journey of families while they complete the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge. Parents/caregivers pledge to read to their children about colors, shapes, animals, cars, nature, and adventure with the goal that one day their children will be reading to them.

Little Gorilla's family and friends try to help him overcome his special growing pains.

Each believing that their hue is the best, the three primary colors live in separate parts of the city until Yellow and Blue meet, fall in love, and decide to mix.

A child describes how she lives sometimes with her mother and sometimes with her father, but her dog is her constant companion.

Since the magic and warmth of fire were discovered long ago, campfires have protected, aided, and inspired us. Perhaps most importantly, they've brought us together. In this gorgeous picture book, a girl and her father build a campfire together to keep the cold at bay. But as they welcome passing travelers--from musicians to animals--they create a community, fostered by a crackling fire and its comforting warmth.

Sleepy Sheepy is excited about his first sleepover at Grammy and Grampy's house, but when it is time to go to bed he misses home too much to fall asleep.

Inspired by a segment originally aired on The Undefeated, ESPN Sports Center Anchor Elle Duncan shares a moving letter written for her daughter that will resonate with moms and daughters everywhere.

Die-cut pages through which bits of a monster are revealed are designed to help a child control nighttime fears of monsters.

George is a puppy who does not sound like a puppy should, despite the efforts of his mother.

While two kittens copy everything their mother does, their brother naps.

A toy bear in a department store wants many things, but when a little girl finally buys him he finds what he has always wanted most of all.

A girl and her grandmother spend the day making mochi together in this gentle and joyous celebration of family, tradition, and the memories that matter most. Includes information on mochi and a recipe.

Baby bear is exploring on his own. When a delicious red fruit from the forest falls and knocks him on his head - Tok! - he goes in search of more, meeting other creatures on his way up to the top: Caterpillar, Squirrel, Bees. Then he finds the biggest red fruit of all and leaps to grab it....landing in his mother's arms.

Frog can hop. Pig likes to flop. When Frog makes a big drop, will Pig help?

With lyrical text and evocative illustrations, When the Rain Came Down spreads a powerful message of resilience through community building after the tides of a natural disaster and captures the incredible strength of shared humanity even on the darkest days.

When Dad forgets to check on Bunny one night, Bunny gets up to check on Dad.

A mother dog finds eight other animals hiding around the house before finding her lost puppy. Flaps conceal the animals.

Although unaware that a fox is after her as she takes a walk around the farmyard, Rosie the hen still manages to lead him into one accident after another.

Attention, reader: You're going to LOVE this book! No, really, you are. It's got everything you could ever want: comedy, drama, action, heart. Plus are you ready? It's got homework! Ahh yeah! And a trip to the best place ever, the dentist! Ahhhh yeahhh! Additionally, brace yourself, it's got raisins! Nature's candy. AHH YEAHHH! This book is so great, you won't be able to stop reading it. I DARE you not to have fun.

From apples and honey to zhug, Alan Silberberg brings his signature wacky humor to this alphabet of Jewish food. It's perfect for board book readers with a funny bone, and anyone who wants to celebrate the wide range of delicious bites Jews eat all over the world!

Rhyming text illustrates how small acts become powerful seeds that improve oneself and the community.

Each letter of the alphabet is presented in an unusual way, such as: "A is for salad" showing an alligator eating a bowl of greens.

Rambunctious Froggy hops out into the snow for a winter frolic but is called back by his mother to put on some necessary articles of clothing.

Having stowed away in a pocket, Frog wreaks havoc and creates disgrace for the family at the posh restaurant where they are having dinner.

Wonderful storytelling and vibrant collage art invite readers to celebrate Earth Day with a grandmother-granddaughter duo who spend the day recycling, picking up litter, supporting local businesses, and caring for our wonderful planet.

Jonathan James always had a Whatif Monster hanging around. And he listened to him-- What if they giggle? What if it's hard? What if it's scary? But, what if, just once, he didn't listen? What if he told the monster to be quiet? What if he just ... tried?

After her best friend, Hector, moves away, Juna's brother Minho tries to make her feel better by finding things to put in her special kimchi jar, and each night, whatever is in the jar takes her on a magical journey in search of Hector. Includes glossary.

Nervous for her talent show performance, Aurora spots a butterfly and is inspired to conjure a magical butterfly with her hands which sets off a chain reaction of support and empowerment among the global Deaf community.

Brave bear hunters go through grass, a river, mud, and other obstacles before the inevitable encounter with the bear forces a headlong retreat.

Daisy the duckling becomes so engrossed in playing with dragonflies and lily pads that she temporarily loses her mother.

Matt, who loves fire trucks, wakes up one morning to find that he has become a fire truck, with one driver, two ladders, three hoses, and ten boots. Features a gate-fold illustration that opens into a three-page spread.

While a young girl waits for the delivery of a hot pizza, she provides the appropriate animal sounds for a variety of pretend animal pizza deliverers.

Feeling neglected, Nora makes more and more noise to attract her parents' attention.

Are YOU big? A simple question sends readers to the far reaches of the universe.

As Mommy and Daddy begin their day and get ready for work, a child observes this morning routine at home as well as the buzzing of a busy bee outside the window.

Little by little, can by can, Mr. Gillie, the trash man, cleans up his town.

When a small boy named Eddie goes searching for his lost teddy in the dark woods, he comes across a gigantic bear with a similar problem.

Who's been sleeping in Baby Bear's bed? In a rhythmic text with striking pictures, Byron Barton retells the classic fairytale of the three bears and a little girl named Goldilocks. This sturdy board book edition is not too big, not too small, but just right for toddlers. Accompanied by bold and vibrant colored paintings, Barton's story includes the rhythmic refrain children love to hear.

A little girl compares all the ways she feels love to the wonders of nature that animals love.

A family of bears is busy preparing for a baby bear's birthday.

Little Gorilla's family and friends try to help him overcome his special growing pains.

Children need to know they are loved forever and always. This beautiful keepsake board book is sure to be a family favorite. When you are apart, it is a comfort to know you share the same moonlight. Simple, lyrical language paired with soft images soothes and reassures.

When Mike Mulligan and his steam shovel, Mary Anne, lose their jobs to the gasoline, electric, and diesel motor shovels, they find a new opportunity in a very surprising place.

Did you know that trees are home to lots of animals (and are great for climbing)? Or that a tree's leaves help you know what kind of tree it is (and are great to use for making pictures)? Whether it's how trees grow from seeds or how they change throughout the seasons (or not), Maisy has much to share with loyal fans and new friends. Open the final gatefold to see some wonderful trees from around the world!

Did you know that bees use their tongues to eat sweet nectar from flowers, then carry dusty pollen on their bodies to spread it from flower to flower? Or that they need lots of flowers, water, and a dry place to live? Through Lucy Cousins's familiar bold, inviting artwork and cheery narration, the youngest children can join Maisy as she tends to her growing garden and discovers some fun and informative things about the bees that live there. Open the final gatefold to see how Maisy is helping the amazing bees!

Brief text and illustrations trace the journey of a colorful train as it goes through tunnels, by cities, and over trestles.

Lively and unusual things happen when Carl the dog is left in charge of the baby.

A newly hatched bird goes looking for its mother. On board pages.

Bright smiles and enthusiastic kids share their wind-down routines in this lyrical, dreamy read-aloud. Tired kiddos put away toys, wash up in the tub, brush their teeth, cuddle with stuffed animals, sing lullabies, and get tucked in tight for a good night's sleep

A toy bear in a department store wants many things, but when a little girl finally buys him he finds what he has always wanted most of all.

A mother dog finds eight other animals hiding around the house before finding her lost puppy. Flaps conceal the animals

Although unaware that a fox is after her as she takes a walk around the farmyard, Rosie the hen still manages to lead him into one accident after another.

The wolf loves to eat more than anything in the world and one day he has a terrible craving for chicken stew. He spots a chicken who seems just right, but then he thinks how much more stew there will be if he fattens her up before dining himself. So he goes home and begins to cook all kinds of scrumptious food for the chicken to eat. A big surprise is in store for the wolf when he finally visits Mrs. Chicken to collect his meal.

Rambunctious Froggy hops out into the snow for a winter frolic but is called back by his mother to put on some necessary articles of clothing.

Brave bear hunters go through grass, a river, mud, and other obstacles before the inevitable encounter with the bear forces a headlong retreat.

A book about how much we love our little ones!

As a child admires the moon, their mother imparts Mexican Indigenous wisdom of the moon's phases as they relate to our bodies and lives.

The vehicles find their own special way to celebrate their mothers.

From apples and honey to zhug, Alan Silberberg brings his signature wacky humor to this alphabet of Jewish food. It's perfect for board book readers with a funny bone, and anyone who wants to celebrate the wide range of delicious bites Jews eat all over the world!

Dinky Donkey is looking for her dad, Wonky Donkey. But where did he go? Is he under the bed? Or behind the door? Readers will love lifting the brightly colored flaps to find Wonky Donkey in this chunky board book just right for little hands!

In this lighthearted board book about unconditional love and acceptance, children and their caregivers imagine themselves as a variety of animals in a playful day of dress-up and make-believe.

Little by little, can by can, Mr. Gillie, the trash man, cleans up his town.

Wonderful storytelling and vibrant collage art invite readers to celebrate Earth Day with a grandmother-granddaughter duo who spend the day recycling, picking up litter, supporting local businesses, and caring for our wonderful planet.

A tree's life story is told from its beginnings as a seed to its survival in the wilderness until it finally falls, but continues its life as a log, an animal habitat, and finally decomposes to provide nutrition for future trees.

Veteran collaborators return with a feast of fresh, whimsical poems and truly dazzling close-up photographs of mighty pollinators doing what they do best.

This formative board book is an appreciation of our global community and the many ways in which it helps develop empathy, compassion, and collective responsibility.

n this nonfiction story, young readers can discover what rain is and why it falls. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around weather, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

In this charming introduction to prepositions, a collection of cozy, knitted cats find themselves in silly situations and PAW-sitively hilarious positions.

Susan the duck keeps feeling unlucky, so when a wolf shows up with gifts she has won it seems like her luck is turning around, but soon she realizes the wolf's intentions may not be as helpful as she imagined.