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On the Bookshelf picture books
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By Oliver Jeffers
A father takes his two children on a thrilling out-of-this-world adventure into space and invites them to look back at Earth and the conflicts that have taken place since the beginning of time. This becomes a brief history of the world and a guide to the universe, told with wit and exquisite artwork. A timely story for families everywhere. Philomel
By Aaron Blabey
Pig the pug’s bad behavior has finally caught up with him, and it’s time for obedience school. Can this terrible pug ever be tamed? Not if he can help it... Rich with rhyming text and unforgettable illustrations, this is a laugh-out-loud story that follows the nine previous books in the Pig the Pug series. Scholastic Press
By Jimmy Fallon and Jennifer Lopez; illustrated by Andrea Campo
This bilingual playtime adventure is an engaging and hilarious picture book that serves young readers as an introduction to basic Spanish vocabulary. Pollo, a friendly little chicken who just wants to play, makes any activity more fun. Why just go to the beach when you could go to la playa con Pollo? You’re in for a busy day with your new friend, Pollo! Feiwel and Friends
‘Busy Betty’
By Reese Witherspoon; illustrated by Xindi Yan
When Betty gives her dog Frank a big hug, she realizes he needs a bath, PRONTO! Her best friend, Mae, is coming over, and Betty can’t have the smelliest dog in the whole world. But giving Frank a bath is harder than she thought and just when everything seems impossible, with Mae’s help, Betty learns she can accomplish anything with perseverance, teamwork, and one great idea. Flamingo Books
