I Am Not A Fish!
Author: Peter Raymundo
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Summary: Edgar, the jellyfish, is just plain confused about his name, so he goes to an underwater support group for some help. There he meets a group of starfish who listen to his concerns. He’s jealous that some animals got fancy names (narwhal, nautilus) and understands why other animals got their names (hammerhead shark, swordfish) but he just can’t understand why he was named Jelly Fish when HE”S NOT A FISH! The author cleverly weaves in facts about fish and jelly fish, all while Edgar goes on a journey to discover that no matter WHAT he is called, he is still HIMSELF! You and your kids will be sure to smile when Charlie the seahorse makes an appearance at the end of the story.
Recommended Ages: 3 to 6 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to use to introduce underwater animals that your kids can then research. It’s also a great book to open a discussion about being okay with who you are, no matter what names you are called.
Extension Activities: Check out the cute book trailer here. Click here!
Tropical Terry
Author: Jarvis
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Summary: Terry is a small, plain blue fish that lives in the Coral Reef City along with all kinds of dazzling tropical fish. He spends his days playing with his best friends Cilla and Steve, but dreams of being able to be a part of the “dashing, flashing crew”! With a little imagination and help from his two friends, Terry transforms himself into Tropical Terry with a fantastically colorful tail. Will he finally be happy? Or will his new dazzling self create other problems? You and your kid will be sure to enjoy the fabulous illustrations and bright colors in this story.
Recommended Ages: 4 to 7 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a cute story that would be great to talk about being happy with who you are, and not worrying about trying to impress others to join a group.
Extension Activities: Check out this fun activity to go with the story. Click here!
Dinosaur Juniors: Happy Hatchday
Author: Rob Biddulph
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Summary: Greg was part of a group of nine perfect eggs. He was the last one to hatch, so he immediately went in search of some friends. With the turn of each page, Greg finds other dinosaurs happily playing together. Since the other dinosaurs are already paired up and having fun with their activities, Greg believes they wouldn’t want him to join their games. Will Greg be able to find his own friend? You and your kids will be sure to enjoy the bright colors on each page...but make sure you pay attention to the clues! Can you guess how the book is going to end?
Recommended Ages: 3 to 7 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a very cute book to use to talk about how to handle asking others if you can join in on their games as well as how to make friends.
Extension Activities: Check out the official trailer and book activities! Click here!
Unicorn Day
Author: Diana Murray
Illustrator: Luke Flowers
Summary: It’s Unicorn Day, and that means it’s time to play...but there are rules. You have to show off your horn, style your hair, and most important HAVE FUN! But what happens when a horse shows up to play? Will they invite him into their fun? Or will he be turned away? You and your kids will LOVE the explosion of colors on each page!
Recommended Ages: 4 to 8 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: Super sweet story to use for any unicorn lovers out there! It is also a great story to use to talk about including everyone in your games.
Extension Activities: Check out these fabulous book activities! Click here!
Jasper & Ollie
Author: Alex Willan
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Summary: Jasper is full of energy and wants to go to the pool with Ollie. When Ollie agrees, Jasper races out to get to the pool first. When he gets there, he waits and waits and waits, but Ollie doesn’t show up. He looks high and low, in and out of the pool, but Ollie is nowhere to be found. Where is Ollie? Will he ever show up? You and your kids will be sure to have fun looking at all the clues on each page.
Recommended Ages: 3 to 7 years
Themes, Skills, & Concepts: This is a great book to read to talk about rushing through things and missing opportunities to help others or enjoy your time on the journey.
Extension Activities: Read about how Alex Willan wrote this story! Click here!
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