New Books Added to the Unger Memorial Library Collections

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.

It's a winter wonderland on Birdwell Island! After a big snowstorm, Clifford and Emily Elizabeth get their first snow day. The best friends have a blast playing Snow Rescue Squad and helping Fire Chief Franklin take care of snow duties across town. But Clifford catches a cold from his busy day outside! The big red dog can't stop sneezing and sniffling. Can his friends on Birdwell Island help him feel better?

Adrian Simcox brags about owning a horse, and Chloe just knows he's making stuff up until she learns an important lesson in empathy. Written with tenderness and poignancy and gorgeously illustrated, this book will show readers that kindness is always rewarding.

Just as the sun loves the day and the moon loves the waves, a grandmother shows how her family's love is natural and connected to the world around them.

With a countdown from one to ten and back woven in, this celebration of music and community brings to life a shared moment in a diverse neighborhood where everyone comes together to make one sweet song.

Emily Elizabeth loves her huge dog Clifford even though he is far from perfect

Clifford the tiny red puppy dresses up as a ghost and gets into silly mischief at his first Halloween party.

Featuring the classic character The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this vibrant Easter basket-shaped book is a celebration of springtime. See if you can spot The Very Hungry Caterpillar among Easter eggs, candy, bunnies, and more!

Valentine's Day is near, but Otto the otter feels as lonely as ever! He would love a friend to play with, but this can be quite scary when you're shy. When he spots another otter who is always on her own, he thinks he's found someone just like him... Will this lonely otter pluck up the courage to discover if she is his perfect match?

Join Bluey and Bingo on the Easter egg hunt by lifting flaps and following the clues

Young children will learn about the the biblical Exodus story of Passover and customs associated with it.

This photo-illustrated board book celebrates the special bond shared by babies and their grandparents all over the world.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this delightful baby board book teaching little ones all about this amazing New Year holiday. Bold, brightly colored pictures and short and snappy text is the perfect way to discover the Chinese New Year together in this delightful book! From hanging up paper lanterns to opening fortune cookies, Baby's First Lunar Year features all the familiar favorites associated with the arrival of springtime. This board book is perfect for children aged 2-4 years to develop early learning skills, with simple and vibrant pictures and sentences that promote language skills.

Are you ready to find some Easter eggs, Kitty? Kitty doesn't want an Easter egg. Kitty wants THE Easter egg. Kitty wants the golden egg! So she goes on the hunt. There! A blue egg! But Kitty doesn't want a blue egg. Or there! A purple egg! But Kitty doesn't want a purple egg. But then Kitty sees something! Something round, and sparkly! Will Kitty find the golden egg?

Actress, singer, mother, and author of My Little Brave Girl, Hilary Duff returns with an inspiring picture book filled with the dreams she has for her own son. A perfect parent-child read-aloud!

Every week, we choose words to help us feel brave, beautiful, and powerful! I Love Me! celebrates building confidence and self-esteem through uplifting statements that little ones and parents can say each day. The book's days-of-the-week structure provides routine, and the colorful, exuberant illustrations add to the kid's appeal. Also included is back matter with tips for caregivers on how to best put these affirmations into practice.

It’s bathtime for Cat, but Cat is nowhere to be found. That is, until you look closely. Young readers will delight in following housemates Kitty and Puppy (and a few buzzing flies) on an excitable pursuit—with hilarious results! Author-illustrator Mirka Hokkanen brings her original talent for sight gags to this stylish tale of trapezoids and triangles, circles and squares (and several more shapes besides), all hidden in plain sight. Readers of all ages will be given over to giggles as they discover Cat’s many contortions.

As they dance, wiggle, and boogie together, fathers assure their sons that they can become anything they want and that they will always have their fathers' support.

Daniel tells his class about the family and friends he loves. He draws pictures to show while he talks about each one and their special memories together, from playing cars with Miss Elaina to Dad Tiger putting Daniel up on his shoulders.

Otto does his utmost to befriend a bird.

This rhyming alphabet primer follows Little Hunter and his dad as they go on a hunting trip with their binoculars. What will they see?

Through a video camera positioned on the monkey’s head, readers can follow along from the monkey’s point of view as it slides down a giraffe’s neck, meets a lion by mistake, and shares a coconut with a friend! Go, Monkey, go! Dan Yaccarino’s bright art and Margie Palatini’s simple text create a dynamic world that beginning readers will want to visit over and over again!

Six truck friends travel to the airport to build a new terminal, expanding the airport for both planes and travelers.

Bruno's friend Sanjay has his own room and a pet iguana. Bruno's brother, Mateo, who is visually impaired, has a dog named Rocco who helps him get around, and Mateo is a fantastic storyteller. Bruno doesn't have a pet and has to share his room, but he still feels like the luckiest to have such a great brother and amazing friend.

When Santa's sleigh gets lost, the Afro Unicorns must use their magical powers to save Christmas.

Rabbit needs to clean her room, but when Pete the Problem-Solving Porcupine's plan causes more of a mess, Rabbit needs to quickly come up with her own strategy before chaos ensues.

In rhyming text, parents express their love for their multicultural babies.

Welcoming a baby transforms life in many ways, including the wondrous opportunity to see the world through a child's eyes. In Ooo Baby, Baby! the precious baby bunny marvels at the changing seasons, happily watches the clouds, and plays with everyday objects in unexpected ways--all while the adoring big bunny looks on with delight.

This very special hug in a book is the perfect way to say I love you. Using a range of images from the World of Eric Carle, and featuring Brown Bear, Polar Bear, Panda Bear, Baby Bear, and more, this ... gift book celebrates the affirming power of a hug.

Trying sweet treats is a piece of cake for The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

In rhyming text, celebrates the natural hairstyles of African American children, encouraging them to see themselves relected in the wonders of nature.

This cuddly board book overflowing with ocean puns is perfect for little ones who love mermaids and other adorable sea creatures! With cute ocean animals and sweet sayings on every page, this whimsical undersea adventure is sure to be a read-aloud favorite!

Happy Galentine's Day! Celebrate the gals in your life with this heart-shaped book with foil on the cover! From mothers to aunts, grandmothers to sisters, gals share a special bond--and this heart-shaped book is a perfect way to celebrate that!

You are confident, energetic, intelligent, and powerful, Baby Dragon! This exciting board book celebrates all the wonderful ways you interact with your world and all the amazing attributes you have.

Sammy watches as the Shapiro's prepare for and celebrate Hanukkah.

Corduroy is getting excited to host a Valentine's Day party for his friends. But first, there's lots of work to do. He has to make cards, bake cookies, and decorate. He's so excited to celebrate his love for his friends.

A rhyming story about a young reindeer who, with the help of her animal friends, gathers a collection of forest treasures for a special Christmas surprise.

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about one of the greatest bands of all time -- The Beatles!

This book aims to normalize the topic of death by discussing what it means and how it feels to experience loss. It centers around several questions that arise about grief and [offers] honest, simple ways to answer them.

Every year, millions of Asian families come together to celebrate the first new moon in the sky. Now preschoolers can learn about the zodiac animals, the delicious food, the exciting parades, and all the fun traditions. Filled with colorful illustrations and simple, yet informative text, this Big Golden Book is perfect for reading again and again to the whole family. Happy Lunar New Year!

This book tells the story of Christmas in bite-sized pieces. Short sentences and colorful illustrations guide children through that famous night--from Mary and Joseph's journey all the way to the eventual arrival of the wise men--while each page highlights a new word found in the biblical account--such as star, manger, and angel.