Summer Reading

RECOMMENDED SUMMER READING 2024
 
 
Pre-K Entering Kindergarten

 Everywhere Wonder by Matthew Swanson The imagination of a young boy―who explores everything from the pyramids of Egypt to a dusty footprint on the moon―and then back out again to the wonderful world right in front of him. ©2017 Grade Level K-1

If You Ever Want to Bring a Circus to the Library, Don’t by Elise Parsley If you see a poster that says "You Can Do Anything at the Library!", it is NOT giving you permission to put on a circus! But Magnolia doesn't see any problem with setting up her own big top. She's got a lot of gusto and one mean human cannonball routine. ©2017 Grade Level K-1

Good Day, Good Night by Margaret Wise Brown Reminiscent of the author’s beloved Goodnight Moon, this shares a day—and night—in the life of a busy little bunny. ©2017 Grade Level K-1

Green by Laura Vaccaro Seeger How many kinds of green are there? There's the lush green of a forest on a late spring day, the fresh, juicy green of a just-cut lime, the incandescent green of a firefly, and the vivid aquamarine of a tropical sea. 2013 Caldecott Honor Book, Geisel Honor Book, Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book of ©2012 Grade Level Preschool-1

Hello Lighthouse by Sophie Blackall Tells the story of life in a lighthouse. Told through full page illustrations, this fascinating picture book tells the story of a dedicated lighthouse keeper and his growing family. ©2018 Grade Level Preschool-3, 2019 Caldecott Medal

Mae Jamison: A Kid’s Book About Reaching Your Dreams by Mary Nhin Mini Movers and Shakers children’s book series comes with a cast of characters who have failed, yet succeeded despite overwhelming obstacles. In the fourth volume, we meet Mae Jemison. Find out what happens in this kids book about reaching your dreams.©2020 Grade Level K-1

 Nerdy Birdy by Aaron Reynolds and Matt Davies Nerdy Birdy likes reading, video games, and reading about video games, which immediately disqualifies him for membership in the cool crowd. One thing is clear: being a nerdy birdy is a lonely lifestyle. When he's at his lowest point, Nerdy Birdy meets a flock just like him. He has friends and discovers that there are far more nerdy birdies than cool birdies in the sky. @2015 Grade Level Preschool-2

Not Friends by Rebecca Bender Giraffe and Bird are not friends. After all, they fight all the time. But when they go their separate ways and a scary storm strikes, they both realize they might be better off together--even if they are still not friends. ©2017 Grade Level K-1

One-osaurus, Two-osaurus by Kim Norman A counting book and dinosaurs celebrating make an entertaining book about numbers and counting. Ending has a Funny twist and shows how a child uses their imagination. ©2021 Grade Level Preschool-2

The Panda Problem by Deborah Underwood Every story needs a problem. But Panda doesn’t have a problem. Unless . . . Panda is the problem. Just who is the main character of this story? A funny book about how books work. ©2019 Grade Level Preschool-2

Robinson by Peter Sís Illustrated by the author Exquisite art and a heartfelt story of adventure and friendship come together in this imaginative, magical book. ©2017 Grade Level K-2

They All Saw a Cat by Brendan Wenzel The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see? 2017 Caldecott Honor Book ©2016 Grade Level Preschool-K

 Time for Kenny by Brian Pinkey First, Kenny must get dressed. Maybe he can wear his mom’s shoes? And his grandpa’s hat seems to fit perfectly on his head. Luckily, with the help of his family, Kenny is finally set to go. Then he must overcome his fear of the monstrous vacuum cleaner, learn to play soccer with his big sister, and—after all that fun—get ready for bedtime. ©2021 Grade Level K-1

Accident by Andrea Tsurumi When a clumsy armadillo named Lola knocks over a glass pitcher, she sets off a silly chain of events, encountering chaos wherever she goes. Ó2017 Grade Level K-3
 
Counting on Community by Innosanto Nagara Counting up from one stuffed piñata to ten hefty hens-- and always counting on each other--children are encouraged to recognize the value of their community, the joys inherent in healthy eco-friendly activities, and the agency they possess to make change. A broad and inspiring vision of diversity is told through stories in words and pictures. And of course, there is a duck to find on every page! Ó2015 Grade Level K-2

Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Ó2012 Grade Level Preschool-3
 
Kindness is Cooler, Mrs. Ruler by Margery Cuyler When a kindergarten class gets rowdy, Mrs. Ruler knows just what to do. She’s about to teach a new golden rule: KINDNESS IS COOL! Ó2007 Grade Level K-3
 
Little Cub by Olivier Dundee  What's an Old Bear to do when he finds a Little Cub all alone and afraid of the dark? Adopt him, of course! And help him try to get over his fears. In this book we see the father and son from Old Bear and His Cub meet for the first time--and grow to love one another.
Ó2014 Grade Level Preschool-3
 
Not Quite Narwhal by Jessie Sima Growing up in the ocean, Kelp has always assumed that he was a narwhal like the rest of his family. Sure, he’s always been a little bit different—his tusk isn’t as long, he’s not as good of a swimmer, and he really doesn’t enjoy the cuisine. Ó2017 Grade Level Preschool-3
 
Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes by James Dean Pete's back, this time in a rhyming counting book that has the cat and his platypus buddy, Gus, solving a mystery: Who's taking the cupcakes for the party? Ó2016 Grade Level Preschool-3
 
They All Saw a Cat by Brendan Wenzel The cat walked through the world, with its whiskers, ears, and paws . . . In this glorious celebration of observation, curiosity, and imagination, Brendan Wenzel shows us the many lives of one cat, and how perspective shapes what we see. When you see a cat, what do you see? 2017 Caldecott Honor Book Ó2016 Grade Level Preschool-K
 
Wolf in the Snow by Matthew Cordell A girl is lost in a snowstorm. A wolf cub is lost, too. How will they find their way home? 2018 Caldecott Medal Ó2017 Grade Level Preschool-1