#PictureBooks

Respect
Description

Respect is valuing another person, which makes them feel cared for and understood. You can respect others, your world and yourself. When we take time to listen and understand, respect grows. Respect brings people together. There are many ways to show respect…

Author: Zanni Louise Illustrator: Missy Turner AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Self-Belief
Description

Self-belief is trusting yourself to learn new things and giving yourself space to make mistakes. Believing in yourself gives you the confidence to express yourself and stand up things you care about. Self-belief is accepting and loving yourself for who you are. There are many ways to believe in yourself …

Author: Zanni Louise Illustrator: Missy Turner AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Teamwork
Description

Teamwork is working together towards a shared goal. Teamwork is being flexible and managing the load together. It is about learning from each other, listening to each other and respecting others’ ideas. Teamwork is having fun with friends! There are lots of reason teamwork is important.

Author: Zanni Louise Illustrator: Missy Turner Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Persistence
Description

A Little Good In A Big World. Persistence helps us try new things, get better at hard things, and cope when things get difficult. Persistence helps us see things through to the end. There are many ways to be persistent…
 

Author: Zanni Louise Illustrator: Missy Turner AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
I see a bat
Description

I see a bat.
I see stars.
I see the moon.

Easy-to-read text and fun pictures follow a dog through the nighttime. Sitting inside his house by his empty bowl, the dog watchesthe nightly sights outside until he falls asleep. When morning comes, his favorite boy comes to fill his empty bowl!

Author: Paul Meisel AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
I Like My Bike
Description

"I like my bike. I like my car. I like my big car. I like my truck."

The text in this humorous story is simple and repetitive—just right for new readers—but the pictures are wacky and imaginative. A sea lion chauffeurs a large shark, while a cactus drives a canvas-covered pickup truck, and a tiny mouse drives tractor-trailer filled with cheese. All the vehicles, except for the bicycle, get stuck in traffic, as a girl merrily rides along to her destination—a birthday party.

Author: AG Ferrari Illustrator: AG Ferrari AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
I Hug
Description

This sweet story about love and hugs is sure to delight. In simple, rhyming text and gentle illustrations, a young child shares her joy and affection with everything around her, hugging her family, her pets, her friends-- even her favorite places.

David McPhail tells a simple tale of boundless love-- perfect to read aloud or share with family. This heartwarming board-book, sized just right for little hands, is an ideal gift for parents, grandparents, and anyone who loves a good hug.

Author: David McPhail Illustrator: David McPhail AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Here is Big Bunny
Description

Here is a foot. . . . and another foot. Through windows, behind trees, and behind buildings, Big Bunny is peeking out. More than one hundred fifty colorful animal characters, busily walking through their city, stop and look at the giant bunny in their midst. 

What could all of these clues add up to? Why, it's Big Bunny—a huge balloon, sailing down the street with a smile in the middle of a parade!

Author: Steve Henry Illustrator: Steve Henry AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Big Cat
Description

Big Cat likes to nap—but his family has other ideas. A pair of rowdy siblings wake their furry friend up to play, and proceed to carry him around the house—no matter how the cat feels about it. They love Big Cat, and it's clear Big Cat loves them, too. . . . even if he doesn't love flying or playing dress-up. His cartoonishly exagerrated expressions are sure to charm.

Author: Ethan Long Illustrator: Ethan Long AgeGroup: 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books