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Hippocampus Clubhouse103: She Persisted -13 American Women Who Changed The World w/ Storytime Voices Guest, CharlieShe Persisted is for everyone who has ever wanted to speak up but has been told to quiet down, for everyone who has ever tried to reach for the stars but was told to sit down, and for everyone who has ever been made to feel unworthy or unimportant or small. With vivid, compelling art by Alexandra Boiger, this book shows readers that no matter what obstacles may be in their paths, they shouldn't give up on their dreams. Persistence is power. This book features: Harriet Tubman, Helen Keller, Clara Lemlich, Nellie Bly, Virginia Apgar, Maria Tallchief, Claudette Colvin, Ruby...2021-03-0116 minHippocampus Clubhouse102: My Lantern and The FairyMy Lantern and the Fairy: A Story of Light and Kindness Told in English and Chinese.A sweet story that shows how one small act of kindness can help those around you. Little Mo and her family always compete in their village's annual lantern competition, but this year she has no new ideas and doesn't know where to begin. Little Mo finds herself wishing for help in front of a lamp post, when a thunderstorm suddenly rolls in. Worried that the rain will put the lamp's flame out, Little Mo uses her own umbrella to cover the lamp. Little did...2021-02-2612 minHippocampus Clubhouse101: Hidden FiguresDorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden were good at math, really good. They participated in some of NASA's greatest successes, like providing the calculations for America's first journeys into space. And they did so during a time when being black and a woman limited what they could do. But they worked hard. They persisted. And they used their genius minds to change the world.In this beautifully illustrated picture book edition, we explore the story of four female African American mathematicians at NASA, known as "colored computers," and how they overcame gender and racial barriers to succeed...2021-02-2217 minHippocampus Clubhouse100: Let The Children MarchIn 1963 Birmingham, Alabama, thousands of African American children volunteered to march for their civil rights after hearing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak. They protested the laws that kept black people separate from white people. Facing fear, hate, and danger, these children used their voices to change the world. Frank Morrison's emotive oil-on-canvas paintings bring this historical event to life, while Monica Clark-Robinson's moving and poetic words document this remarkable time.Book By: Monica Clark-RobinsonRead By: Erin YeschinPURCHASE BOOK HERE -> https://bookshop.org/a/18361/9780544704527Check out our #OneStopBookShop to...2021-02-1918 minHippocampus Clubhouse99: Susan B. AnthonyMeet one of the most important figures in women's and U.S. history. Just in time for the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment giving U.S. women the right to vote, learn about Susan B. Anthony's remarkable life, from her childhood to her groundbreaking work.National Geographic Kids Readers have been a hit in the beginning reader category, and this book builds upon that success with a new approach--parents and children reading together. With the same combination of careful text, brilliant photographs, and fun approach to high-interest subjects that has proved to be a winning formula with kids...2021-02-1720 minHippocampus Clubhouse98: Ruby's Chinese New Year & Lunar New Year w/ Storytime Voices Guests, Rebecca and BryantIn this double feature in celebration of Chinese New Year and the Lunar Calendar, we're exploring two books : Ruby's Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year.RUBY'S CHINESE NEW YEAR: In this picture book celebrating Chinese New Year, animals from the Chinese zodiac help a little girl deliver a gift to her grandmother. Ruby has a special card to give to her grandmother for Chinese New Year. But who will help her get to grandmother's house to deliver it? Will it be clever Rat, strong Ox, or cautious Rabbit? Ruby meets each of the twelve zodiac animals on...2021-02-1217 minHippocampus Clubhouse97: The Book ItchIn the 1930s, Lewis's dad, Lewis Michaux Sr., had an itch he needed to scratch--a book itch. How to scratch it? He started a bookstore in Harlem and named it the National Memorial African Bookstore.And as far as Lewis Michaux Jr. could tell, his father's bookstore was one of a kind. People from all over came to visit the store, even famous people--Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, and Langston Hughes, to name a few. In his father's bookstore people bought and read books, and they also learned from each other. People swapped and traded ideas and talked about how things...2021-02-0817 minHippocampus Clubhouse96: The Doctor With An Eye For Eyes: The Story of Dr Patricia BathIf you like to think big, but some say you're too small, or they say you're too young or too slow or too tall... Meet Dr. Bath—the scientist who never lost sight of her dreams! As a girl coming of age during the Civil Rights Movement, Patricia Bath made it her mission to become a doctor. When obstacles like racism, poverty, and sexism threatened this goal, she persevered—brightening the world with a game-changing treatment for blindness! The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes: The Story of Dr. Patricia Bath is the second book in a brand new educational seri...2021-02-0520 minHippocampus Clubhouse95: Trombone ShortyThe Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award-winning picture book biography from Grammy-nominated musician Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews and celebrated illustrator Bryan Collier"Who's that playing out there?" Bo Diddley asked the New Orleans crowd. It was a small child who'd been nicknamed "Trombone Shorty" because his trombone was twice as large as he was. Trombone Shorty was lifted in the air and carried through the audience until he reached the stage with Bo Diddley. He has been onstage ever since.Hailing from the Trem neighborhood of New Orleans, where music always floated in the air, Troy "...2021-02-0118 minHippocampus Clubhouse94: I Am Martin Luther King, JrWe can all be heroes. That's the inspiring message of this New York Times Bestselling picture book biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer. Even as a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African-American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it--peacefully, with powerful words. He helped gather people together for nonviolent protests and marches, and he always spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what's right. He spoke about the dream of a kinder future, and bravely led the way toward racial equality...2021-01-2520 minHippocampus Clubhouse93: Squirrel's New Year's ResolutionsSquirrel knows that New Year's Day is a great day for making resolutions! But what does it mean to make a resolution, anyway? As she makes visits around the forest she learns about New Year's resolutions and helps her friends get started on theirs. If only she can think of a resolution of her very own.Book By: Pat MillerRead By: Erin YeschinPURCHASE BOOK HERE - > https://bookshop.org/a/18361/97808075759252021-01-2527 minHippocampus Clubhouse92: Together for KwanzaaKwanzaa is Kayla’s favorite time of year. But this year, it looks as if a heavy snowstorm will keep her big brother, Khari, from getting home in time for the festivities! Will Khari miss the celebration completely? Or will Kayla and her brother somehow find a way to be together for Kwanzaa? A perfect introduction to Kwanzaa, this book will teach children all about the traditions and practices that make it a special winter holiday.Book By: Juwanda G. FordRead By: Erin YeschinPURCHASE BOOK HERE -> https://bookshop.org/a/18361/97803758032912021-01-1910 minHippocampus Clubhouse91: Seven Spools Of Threadn an African village live seven brothers who make family life miserable with their constant fighting. When their father dies, he leaves an unusual will: by sundown, the brothers must make gold out of seven spools of thread. If they fail, they will be turned out as beggars. Using the Nguzo Saba, or "seven principles" of Kwanzaa, the author has created an unforgettable story that shows how family members can pull together, for their own good and the good of the entire community. Magnificent and inspiring linoleum block prints by Daniel Minter bring joy to this Kwanzaa celebration....2021-01-1927 minHippocampus Clubhouse90: The Tree That Was Meant To BeThis Christmas, families can together this heartfelt, gorgeous holiday story about a lonely little Christmas tree that learns what it means to be loved--with a powerful message to children that they are perfect just as they are. A small, crooked fir tree is left all alone after the others near it in the forest are chosen by families as Christmas to bring home. But when the forest animals gather around the lonely little tree to cheer it up and celebrate the season, it finds the warmth of the holidays in the heart of a cold, snowy forest. This is a...2021-01-0106 minHippocampus Clubhouse89: A Visit From St Nicholas (T'was the Night Before Christmas)A very special bonus storytime with Clement C. Moore's 'A Visit from St. Nicholas', also known as T'was the Night Before Christmas. Read By: Erin Yeschin with special guest, Bryant - 4 yrs old.2020-12-2406 minHippocampus Clubhouse88: The Story of Las Posadas w/ Storytime Voices Guest, RebeccaTomie dePaola's glorious paintings are as luminous as the farolitos that light up on the Plaza in Santa Fe for the procession of Las Posadas, the tradition in which Mary and Joseph go from door to door seeking shelter at the inn on Christmas Eve.This year Sister Angie, who is always in charge of the celebration, has to stay home with the flu, and Lupe and Roberto, who are to play Mary and Joseph, get caught in a snowstorm. But a man and a woman no one knows arrive in time to take their place in the procession and...2020-12-2318 minHippocampus Clubhouse87: The Shortest Day: Celebrating The Winter SolsticeThe science, history, and cultural significance of the shortest day of the year: The Winter Solstice. The beginning of winter is marked by the solstice, the shortest day of the year. Long ago, people grew afraid when each day had fewer hours of sunshine than the day before. Over time, they realized that one day each year the sun started moving toward them again. In lyrical prose and cozy illustrations, this book explains what the winter solstice is and how it has been observed by various cultures throughout history. Many contemporary holiday traditions were borrowed from ancient solstice celebrations.2020-12-2116 minHippocampus Clubhouse86: Jabari Jumps w/ Storytime Voices Guest, VivienWorking up the courage to take a big, important leap is hard, but Jabari is almost absolutely ready to make a giant splash. Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. "Looks easy," says Jabari, watching the other kids take their turns. But when his dad squeezes his hand, Jabari squeezes back. He needs to figure out what kind of special jump to do anyway, and he should probably do some stretches before climbing up onto the...2020-12-1810 minHippocampus Clubhouse85: The Good EggMeet the good egg. He's a verrrrrry good egg indeed. But trying to be so good is hard when everyone else is plain ol' rotten.As the other eggs in the dozen behave badly, the good egg starts to crack from all the pressure of feeling like he has to be perfect. So, he decides enough is enough It's time for him to make a change... Dynamic duo Jory John and Pete Oswald hatch a funny and charming story that reminds us of the importance of balance, self-care, and accepting those we love (even if they are sometimes a bit...2020-12-1609 minHippocampus Clubhouse84: Mateo Finds His WowAN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE IS A POWERFUL THING! It's raining on Saturday morning and Mateo is bored and cranky.He can't find anything to do... except make a list of things he can't do.He sits, he sulks. His brain feels stuck.Readers can follow along as Mateo discovers that appreciating what's right in front of him can help turn the page on a grumpy day.Mateo Finds His Wow is a great book for parents and educators who want to help children develop a sense of gratitude and learn to turn a negative attitude around.Parents and educators can...2020-12-1410 minHippocampus Clubhouse83: A Hanukkah with MazelMisha, a poor artist, has no one to celebrate Hanukkah with until he discovers a hungry cat in his barn. The lucky little cat, whom Misha names Mazel, inspires Misha to turn each night of Hanukkah into something special. He doesn't have money for Hanukkah candles, but he can use his artistic skills to bring light to his home—as Mazel brings good luck to his life.Book By: Joel Edward SteinRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-12-1113 minHippocampus Clubhouse82: Fantastic YouThere's one special person you get to spend your whole life with: YOU! Which means there's no one you should take better care of!When you cheer yourself on and cheer yourself up, you make the world a happier place. Life is amazing when you share it with the people you love: family, friends, and always with YOU!Fantastic You shows readers how to develop and nurture a loving and positive relationship with themselves. Kids will learn that self-care includes positive self-talk and self-compassion for a happy, self-empowered life.Book By: Danielle DufayetRead By: Erin...2020-12-0907 minHippocampus Clubhouse81: The Push - A Story of FriendshipWhen Marcus moved next door to John, they knew instantly they’d be friends. Now John and Marcus do almost everything together. They go on lots of adventures, with Marcus pushing John’s wheelchair and John fueling their escapades with jokes. Through their friendship, the boys discover that their unique gifts make them stronger together.Based on the friendship of real-life best friends Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck, The Push teaches kids that people of all abilities have important roles to play and that we’re all better together than we are on our own.Book By: Pa...2020-12-0717 minHippocampus Clubhouse80: Uncle Bobby's WeddingWhen Chloe's favorite uncle announces that he's getting married, everyone is excited. Everyone except Chloe, that is. What if Uncle Bobby no longer has time for picnics, swimming, or flying kites? Chloe just wants to keep having fun with her favorite uncle, but she's afraid everything is going to change. Can Uncle Bobby and his boyfriend Jamie show Chloe that, when it comes to family, the more the merrier? In this inspiring, love-filled story, Chloe learns just what family means.Produced in coordination with GLAAD, this adorable picture book is a positive example of same-sex marriage and a...2020-12-0411 minHippocampus Clubhouse79: Fantastic Elastic BrainDid you know you can stretch and grow your own brain? Or that making mistakes is one of the best ways your brain learns? Awarded as one of the best growth mindset books for kids, Your Fantastic Elastic Brain: Stretch It, Shape It teaches all the ways that the brain can develop with exercise, just like the rest of our bodies. Educator and psychologist Dr. JoAnn Deak offers a fun and engaging introduction to the anatomy and functions of the brain that will empower each young reader to S-T-R-E-T-C-H and grow their fantastic, elastic brain!Book By: JoAnn...2020-12-0212 minHippocampus Clubhouse78: Maddi's FridgeBest friends Sofia and Maddi live in the same neighborhood, go to the same school, and play in the same park, but while Sofia’s fridge at home is full of nutritious food, the fridge at Maddi’s house is empty. Sofia learns that Maddi’s family doesn’t have enough money to fill their fridge and promises Maddi she’ll keep this discovery a secret. But because Sofia wants to help her friend, she’s faced with a difficult decision: to keep her promise or tell her parents about Maddi’s empty fridge. Filled with colorful artwork, this storybook addresses issu...2020-11-3021 minHippocampus Clubhouse77: Listening To My HeartKindness matters! Especially to ourselves. We talk to kids a lot about how to be friends to others. Not much about how to be friends to themselves. Yet, positive self-talk and self-acceptance help build emotional resilience, happiness and well-being.Along with Esperanza, your child can learn the importance of being a friend to themselves!Listening with my Heart also touches on the universal themes of friendship, empathy and kindness. Includes mindfulness and self-compassion activities. A wonderful addition to any home or school library! Free resources to accompany this book can be found at http://bit.ly/gabigarciabooksheart.Book...2020-11-2715 minHippocampus Clubhouse76: Brother Eagle, Sister SkyThe Earth does not belong to us. We belong to the Earth. The great American Indian Chief Seattle spoke these words over a hundred years ago. His remarkably relevant message of respect for the Earth and every creature on it has endured the test of time and is imbued with passion born of love of the land and the environment. Illustrated by award-winning artist Susan Jeffers, the stirring pen-and-color drawings bring a wide array of Native Americans to life while capturing the splendor of nature and the land. Children and parents alike will enjoy the timeless, poignant message presented in...2020-11-2509 minHippocampus Clubhouse75: I Am Not Afraid To Fail w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantFailure doesn't have to be scary for kids. And parents, guardians, and mentors play a crucial role in teaching kids that failure is just one step towards success.Thankfully, simple books with powerful language can help! With the help of "I Am Not Afraid To Fail", you and your child can work together to learn that failure is a normal and natural part of life. Help the child in your life build the confidence to take chances and go for it without fear of failure. Read the book and start this important conversation today! "I Am Not Afraid To Fail"...2020-11-2309 minHippocampus Clubhouse74: Breathe Like A Bear w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantBreathe Like a Bear is a beautifully illustrated collection of mindfulness exercises designed to teach kids techniques for managing their bodies, breath, and emotions. Best of all, these 30 simple, short breathing practices and movements can be performed anytime, anywhere: in the car to the grocery store, during heavy homework nights at home, or even at a child’s desk at school.Book By: Kira WilleyRead By: Erin YeschinTo purchase this book directly by clicking here: https://amzn.to/3eOMyLeOr head to our One Stop Book Shop at https://HippocampusClubhouse.com/on...2020-11-2018 minHippocampus Clubhouse73: Those Shoes w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantAll Jeremy wants is a pair of those shoes, the ones everyone at school seems to be wearing. Though Jeremy’s grandma says they don’t have room for "want," just "need," when his old shoes fall apart at school, he is more determined than ever to have those shoes, even a thrift-shop pair that are much too small. But sore feet aren’t much fun, and Jeremy soon sees that the things he has — warm boots, a loving grandma, and the chance to help a friend — are worth more than the things he wants.Book By: Maribeth Boelts2020-11-1817 minHippocampus Clubhouse72: The Boy Who Grew A Forest w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantAs a boy, Jadav Payeng was distressed by the destruction deforestation and erosion was causing on his island home in India's Brahmaputra River. So he began planting trees. What began as a small thicket of bamboo, grew over the years into 1,300 acre forest filled with native plants and animals. The Boy Who Grew a Forest tells the inspiring true story of Payeng--and reminds us all of the difference a single person with a big idea can make.Book By: Sophia GholzRead By: Erin YeschinTo purchase this book directly by clicking here: https...2020-11-1609 minHippocampus Clubhouse71: Go Show The World: A Celebration of Indigenous Heroes w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantCelebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including figures such as Crazy Horse, Net-no-kwa, former NASA astronaut John Herrington and Canadian NHL goalie Carey Price, Go Show the World showcases a diverse group of Indigenous people in the US and Canada, both the more well known and the not- so-widely recognized. Individually, their stories, though briefly touched on, are inspiring; collectively, they empower the reader with this message: "We are...2020-11-1312 minHippocampus Clubhouse70: H is for Honor: A Military Family Alphabet w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantWritten by the son of a career officer, this book explores the branches of the Armed Services and speaks from the heart about the honor, privileges and sacrifices of military families everywhere. Children will discover why drill sergeants have to be so tough, what it means to be patriotic and why we need Special Forces such as the Navy SEALS, the Green Berets and the Army Rangers. H is for Honor also explains why the annual Army/Navy football game is more than just a game, how much letters from home mean to soldiers, how often military families have to...2020-11-1141 minHippocampus Clubhouse69: Some Of Us All Of Us w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantWe may all look a little different on the outside. Sometimes it can feel like there’s no one else out there like you. Maybe your friends and classmates are taller, smaller, louder, friendlier, or even hairier than you. (Or so you might think!) But when you look past the differences, you’ll find many ways that we are alike. On the inside, we all have the same needs and feelings. In this book, you’ll see how other kids have more in common with you than you think. Using colorful pictures and familiar words, you’ll learn how our differen...2020-11-0906 minHippocampus Clubhouse68: I Promise w/ Storytime Voices Guest, BryantJust a kid from Akron, Ohio, who is dedicated to uplifting youth everywhere, LeBron James knows the key to a better future is to excel in school, do your best, and keep your family close.I Promise is a lively and inspiring picture book that reminds us that tomorrow’s success starts with the promises we make to ourselves and our community today.Featuring James’s upbeat, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations perfectly crafted for a diverse audience by New York Times bestselling artist Nina Mata, this book has the power to inspire all children and families to be their best...2020-11-0607 minHippocampus Clubhouse67: The Snail and The WhaleWhen a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend?Book By: Julia DonaldsonRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-11-0408 minHippocampus Clubhouse66: My Three Best Friends and Me, ZulayZulay and her three best friends are all in the same first grade class and study the same things, even though Zulay is blind. When their teacher asks her students what activity they want to do on Field Day, Zulay surprises everyone when she says she wants to run a race. With the help of a special aide and the support of her friends, Zulay does just that.Book By: Cari BestRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-11-0214 minHippocampus Clubhouse65: Evelyn Del Rey is Moving AwayEvelyn Del Rey is Daniela’s best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments across the street from each other: Daniela with her mami and hamster, and Evelyn with her mami, papi, and cat. But not after today—not after Evelyn moves away. Until then, the girls play amid the moving boxes until it’s time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special. The tenderness of Meg Medina’s beautifully written story about friendship and change is balanced by Sonia Sánchez’s colorful and vibrant...2020-10-3007 minHippocampus Clubhouse64: Our Favorite Day of the YearMusa's feeling nervous about his first day of school. He's not used to being away from home and he doesn't know any of the other kids in his class. And when he meets classmates Moisés, Mo, and Kevin, Musa isn't sure they'll have much in common. But over the course of the year, the four boys learn more about each other, the holidays they celebrate, their favorite foods, and what they like about school. The more they share with each other, the closer they become, until Musa can't imagine any better friends.In this charming story of f...2020-10-2811 minHippocampus Clubhouse63: Still A FamilyA little girl and her parents have lost their home and must live in a homeless shelter. Even worse, due to a common shelter policy, her dad must live in a men's shelter, separated from her and her mom. Despite these circumstances, the family still finds time to be together. They meet at the park to play hide-and-seek, slide on slides, and pet puppies. While the young girl wishes for better days when her family is together again under a roof of their very own, she continues to remind herself that they're still a family even in times of separation.2020-10-2610 minHippocampus Clubhouse62: What Do You Do With An Idea?This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so does the idea itself. And then, one day, something amazing happens. This is a story for anyone, at any age, who's ever had an idea that seemed a little too big, too odd, too difficult. It's a story to inspire you to welcome that idea, to give it some space to grow, and to see what happens next. Because your idea isn't going anywhere. In fact, it's just getting started.Book By: Kobi...2020-10-2306 minHippocampus Clubhouse61: Not, Yet YvetteThe minute Mom leaves, Yvette asks, "Is it time yet, Dad?" Dad answers, "Not yet, Yvette." Then Yvette and her dad get busy because there's a lot to do before Mom comes home, like clean the house and bake a birthday cake. Through it all, Yvette repeats her question and Dad responds, "Not yet, Yvette.Book By: Helen KettemanRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-10-2108 minHippocampus Clubhouse60: Suzy, The DressmakerAnxiety is the focus in Suzy the Dressmaker. Anxiety, is a common issue faced by people of all ages. And what is great about Suzy the Dressmaker is that it introduces anxiety in simple way. A young child might not know the word anxiety, but the books allows them to relate to the"feeling" of anxiety. Therefore, giving children a better way to talk about what they are going through.Book By: Kira Paris-MooreRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-10-1907 minHippocampus Clubhouse59: Moses Goes To A ConcertMoses and his school friends are deaf, but like most children, they have a lot to say. They communicate in American Sigh Language, using visual signs and facial expressions. This is called signing. And even though they can't hear, they can enjoy many activities through their other senses. Today, Moses and his classmates are going to a concert. Their teacher, Mr. Samuels, has two surprises in store for them, to make this particular concert a special event.Isaac Millman tells Moses Goes to a Concert in pictures and written English, and in American Sign Language (ASL), introducing hearing children...2020-10-1610 minHippocampus Clubhouse58: Deafinitely Awesome: The Story of AcornDeafinitely Awesome is the uplifting story of a tiny orphaned puppy and the woman who takes him in, changing both their lives forever. Acorn is completely out of control when he is brought to the city kennel. Cute as he is, no-one wants to adopt him because he just won’t listen. But then an experienced volunteer named Mary decides to take him home – just for a night - to give the kennel staff a break. That’s when she discovers that Acorn doesn’t listen because Acorn can’t hear. Acorn is profoundly deaf. Determined to prepare the little dog for ad...2020-10-1427 minHippocampus Clubhouse57: The Legend of the Indian PaintbrushIn spring, the hills and meadows of Texas and Wyoming are ablaze with the reds, oranges, and yellows of the Indian Paintbrush. How this striking plant received its name is told in an old Indian legend.Many years ago, when the People traveled the Plains, a young Indian boy had a Dream-Vision in which it was revealed that one day he would create a painting that was as pure as the colors of the evening sky at sunset. The boy grew up to become the painter of the tribe, but although he found a pure white buckskin for a canvas...2020-10-1210 minHippocampus Clubhouse56: Hello Goodbye DogFor Zara's dog, Moose, nothing is more important than being with her favorite girl. So when Zara has to go to school, WHOOSH, Moose escapes and rushes to her side. Hello, Moose!Unfortunately, dogs aren't allowed at school and Moose has to go back home. Goodbye, Moose.But Moose can't be held back for long. Through a series of escalating escapes, this loyal dog always finds her way back to Zara, and with a little bit of training and one great idea, the two friends find a way to be together all day long.Book By...2020-10-0915 minHippocampus Clubhouse55: Last Stop on Market Street w/ Storytime Voices Guest, CharlieEvery Sunday after church, CJ and his grandma ride the bus across town. But today, CJ wonders why they don't own a car like his friend Colby. Why doesn’t he have an iPod like the boys on the bus? How come they always have to get off in the dirty part of town? Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma, who helps him see the beauty—and fun—in their routine and the world around them. This energetic ride through a bustling city highlights the wonderful perspective only grandparent and grandchild can share, and comes...2020-10-0709 minHippocampus Clubhouse54: Im Australian, Too! w/ special guest Georgie EisdellInspired by the plight of immigrants around the world, Mem Fox was moved to write this lyrical and rhyming exploration of the myriad ways immigrants have enriched her home country of Australia. Young readers everywhere will see themselves—and their friends and neighbors—in this powerful and moving picture book. *The audio for this story is read from the original title, I’m Australian, Too! by our good friend and Australian, Georgie Eisdell. Book By: Mem FoxRead By: Erin Yeschin & Georgie Eisdell2020-10-0505 minHippocampus Clubhouse53: SulweSulwe has skin the color of midnight. She is darker than everyone in her family. She is darker than anyone in her school. Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything.In this stunning debut picture book, actress Lupita Nyong’o creates a whimsical and heartwarming story to inspire children to see their own unique beauty.Book By: Lupita Nyong’ORead By: Erin Yeschin2020-10-0212 minHippocampus Clubhouse52: Sofia Valdez - Future Prez w/ Storytime Voices Guest, SienaEvery morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school . . . until one day, when Abuelo hurts his ankle at a local landfill and he can no longer do so. Sofia (aka Sofi) misses her Abuelo and wonders what she can do about the dangerous Mount Trashmore. Then she gets an idea—the town can turn the slimy mess into a park! She brainstorms and plans and finally works up the courage to go to City Hall—only to be told by a clerk that she can’t build a park because she’s just a kid! Sofia is down but not out, and she sets...2020-09-3010 minHippocampus Clubhouse51: IslandbornEvery kid in Lola's school was from somewhere else. Hers was a school of faraway places. So when Lola's teacher asks the students to draw a picture of where their families immigrated from, all the kids are excited. Except Lola. She can't remember The Island — she left when she was just a baby. But with the help of her family and friends, and their memories — joyous, fantastical, heartbreaking, and frightening — Lola's imagination takes her on an extraordinary journey back to The Island. As she draws closer to the heart of her family's story, Lola comes to understand the truth of her grandm...2020-09-2819 minHippocampus Clubhouse50: Pacho NachoMamá and Papá could not agree on a name for their first baby, and everyone in the family had an opinion. That's how the name Pacho-Nacho-Nico-Tico-Melo-Felo-Kiko-Rico came to be, and Pacho's parents insisted that everyone use his full name. But when Pacho finds himself in trouble, his younger brother, Juan, must quickly find help, which isn't easy when you have to keep saying Pacho-Nacho-Nico-Tico-Melo-Felo-Kiko-Rico. Author Silvia López highlights family values, community connections, and brotherly love in this interactive, energetic, and silly picture book. Pacho Nacho is based on an old Japanese folktale and includes Spanish words and phrases and mul...2020-09-2510 minHippocampus Clubhouse49: DreamersYuyi Morales brought her hopes, her passion, her strength, and her stories with her, when she came to the United States in 1994 with her infant son. She left behind nearly everything she owned, but she didn't come empty-handed. Dreamers is a celebration of making your home with the things you always carry: your resilience, your dreams, your hopes and history. It's the story of finding your way in a new place, of navigating an unfamiliar world and finding the best parts of it. In dark times, it's a promise that you can make better tomorrows. This...2020-09-2309 minHippocampus Clubhouse48: Danza! The Story of Amalia Hernández and El Ballet Folklórico de MéxicoAs a child, Amalia Hernández saw a pair of dancers in the town square. The way they stomped and swayed to the rhythm of the beat inspired her. She knew one day she would become a dancer. Amalia studied ballet and modern dance under the direction of skilled teachers who had performed in world-renowned dance companies. But she never forgot the folk dance she had seen years earlier. She began traveling through the Mexican countryside, witnessing the dances of many regions, and she used her knowledge of ballet and modern dance to adapt the traditional dances to t...2020-09-2112 minHippocampus Clubhouse47: My Papi Has A MotorcycleWhen Daisy Ramona zooms around her neighborhood with her papi on his motorcycle, she sees the people and places she’s always known. She also sees a community that is rapidly changing around her.But as the sun sets purple-blue-gold behind Daisy Ramona and her papi, she knows that the love she feels will always be there.With vivid illustrations and text bursting with heart, My Papi Has a Motorcycle is a young girl’s love letter to her hardworking dad and to memories of home that we hold close in the midst of change.2020-09-1810 minHippocampus Clubhouse46: Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian & Storyteller Pura BelpréAn inspiring picture book biography of storyteller, puppeteer, and New York City’s first Puerto Rican librarian, who championed bilingual literature.When she came to America in 1921, Pura Belpré carried the cuentos folklóricos of her Puerto Rican homeland. Finding a new home at the New York Public Library as a bilingual assistant, she turned her popular retellings into libros and spread story seeds across the land. Today, these seeds have grown into a lush landscape as generations of children and storytellers continue to share her tales and celebrate Pura’s legacy.Book By: Anika Aldamuy DeniseR...2020-09-1611 minHippocampus Clubhouse45: The Name JarBeing the new kid in school is hard enough, but what about when nobody can pronounce your name? Having just moved from Korea, Unhei is anxious that American kids will like her. So instead of introducing herself on the first day of school, she tells the class that she will choose a name by the following week. Her new classmates are fascinated by this no-name girl and decide to help out by filling a glass jar with names for her to pick from. But while Unhei practices being a Suzy, Laura, or Amanda, one of her classmates comes to her...2020-09-1417 minHippocampus Clubhouse44: I'm From EverywhereGrowing up in a military family is not always easy, but it can be full of adventure. In this first of a three book series, I'm From Everywhere provides a glimpse into the way growing up in a military family can feel through the experiences of a young boy named Jamal. It also reveals just how amazing growing up military can be and the positive skillset that it can provide. *Thank you to all of our service men & women and their families who sacrifice so much to keep our country safe.*Book By: Bird CollierRead...2020-09-1111 minHippocampus Clubhouse43: Our Class Is A FamilyTeachers do so much more than just teach academics. They build a sense of community within their classrooms, creating a home away from home where they make their students feel safe, included, and loved.With its heartfelt message and colorfully whimsical illustrations, “Our Class is a Family” is a book that will help build and strengthen that class community. Kids learn that their classroom is a place where it’s safe to be themselves, it’s okay to make mistakes, and it’s important to be a friend to others. When hearing this story being read aloud by their teac...2020-09-0903 minHippocampus Clubhouse42: The Day That You BeginNational Book Award winner Jacqueline Woodson and two-time Pura Belpré Illustrator Award winner Rafael López have teamed up to create a poignant, yet heartening book about finding courage to connect, even when you feel scared and alone.There are many reasons to feel different. Maybe it's how you look or talk, or where you're from; maybe it's what you eat, or something just as random. It's not easy to take those first steps into a place where nobody really knows you yet, but somehow you do it.Jacqueline Woodson's lyrical text and Rafael López's daz...2020-09-0707 minHippocampus Clubhouse41: The New Bear At SchoolBoris the bear is new at school--and all the other animals are afraid of him! Pitch-perfect writing and delightfully charming illustrations will make this a treasured starting school story.It's hard enough being the new kid at school, but when you're a big bear like Boris, it's even worse! Poor Boris tries his best to be gentle, but his sharp-toothed smile scares away his classmates. In the end, the animals find they love having Boris on their side!With a heartwarming story and charming illustrations, THE NEW BEAR AT SCHOOL will touch anyone who has ever...2020-09-0410 minHippocampus Clubhouse40: A Little Spot Learns OnlineA Little SPOT Learns Online was created as a fun story to help prepare young kids to learn online. Learning primarily through a computer can be a difficult transition but if they know what to expect it will make things a little easier. Things feel a little different in a virtual classroom but it still can be a fun place to learn!Book By: Diane AlberRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-09-0206 minHippocampus Clubhouse39: Milk Goes To SchoolFirst days of school are tough, and making new friends is even tougher. Milk's dad gave her a sparkly new backpack and told her that she was the creme de la creme, but most of the other kids don't seem to agree. In fact, some of her new classmates think Milk is just little a bit spoiled. . . .In this latest hilarious picture book from Terry Border, our food friends go to school and learn that it's not just Milk that's the creme de la creme. Some other food can be just as sweet.Book By: Terry...2020-08-3112 minHippocampus Clubhouse38: Teach Your Dragon About DiversityHaving a pet dragon is very fun.He can sit, roll over, and play…He can candle a birthday cake, lit a campfire, or so many other cool things…But what if your dragon is sad because he is DIFFERENT than his friends?What if he feel bad that his skin is red, and is not like any of his friends?What if he’s worried that none of his friend has wings, tails and scales like him?What if he’s so nervous because he’s different? What should you do?You teach him about DIVERSITY!You teach him that w...2020-08-2807 minHippocampus Clubhouse37: I Knew You Could!The determined Little Blue Engine is back, bringing inspiring and enlightening words of wisdom to graduates of all ages as they make the transition from one phase of life to the next. I Knew You Could! provides familiar comfort in changing times and serves as a wonderful gift that will be treasured for years to come. Readers will revisit the story again and again as they move forward along life's path. From "I think I can" to "I knew I could," The Little Engine That Could helps kids of all ages realize that anything is possible if you just put...2020-08-2607 minHippocampus Clubhouse36: The GruffaloA mouse is taking a stroll through the deep, dark wood when along comes a hungry fox, then an owl, and then a snake. The mouse is good enough to eat but smart enough to know this, so he invents . . . the gruffalo! As Mouse explains, the gruffalo is a creature with terrible claws, and terrible tusks in its terrible jaws, and knobbly knees and turned-out toes, and a poisonous wart at the end of its nose. But Mouse has no worry to show. After all, there’s no such thing as a gruffalo. . . Book By: Julia Donaldson2020-08-2408 minHippocampus Clubhouse35: Listening To My BodyThis interactive book guides children through the practice of naming their feelings and the sensations that accompany them. It engages children in easy, kid-friendly mindfulness activities.Help your child build on their capacity to be mindful, self-regulate, and develop emotional resilience. Listening to My Body is a wonderful tool for parents, counselors and teachers! Book By: Gabi GarciaRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-2112 minHippocampus Clubhouse34: Three Cheers for Kid McGearShe might be small, but she's got it all—she's Kid McGear, Skid Steer! Kid McGear is the newest truck to join the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site crew and she's eager to help with even the roughest and toughest construction work. But when a steep cliff puts the other trucks in danger, can the new Kid on the site prove she's big enough for even this big, big job?Book By: Sherri Duskey Rinker & AG FordRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-1907 minHippocampus Clubhouse33: Nugget & FangIn the deep ocean, tiny Nugget and big, toothy Fang get along swimmingly--until Nugget's first day of minnow school. There, Nugget learns that minnows are supposed to be afraid of sharks! To regain Nugget's trust, Fang takes desperate (and hilarious) measures. But it's not until his big sharp teeth save the entire school that minnows learn this shark is no foe. Fantastically stylized artwork adds even more humor to this undersea story of unlikely friendship.Book By: Tammi SauerRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-1710 minHippocampus Clubhouse32: A Boy Like YouThere's more to being a boy than sports, feats of daring, and keeping a stiff upper lip. A Boy Like You encourages every boy to embrace all the things that make him unique, to be brave and ask for help, to tell his own story and listen to the stories of those around him. In an age when boys are expected to fit into a particular mold, this book celebrates all the wonderful ways to be a boy.Book By: Frank MurphyRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-1409 minHippocampus Clubhouse31: The King Of KindergartenStarting kindergarten is a big milestone--and the hero of this story is ready to make his mark! He's dressed himself, eaten a pile of pancakes, and can't wait to be part of a whole new kingdom of kids. The day will be jam-packed, but he's up to the challenge, taking new experiences in stride with his infectious enthusiasm! And afterward, he can't wait to tell his proud parents all about his achievements--and then wake up to start another day. Newbery Honor-winning author Derrick Barnes's empowering story will give new kindergarteners a reassuring confidence boost, and Vanessa Brantley-Newton's illustrations exude joy.2020-08-1206 minHippocampus Clubhouse30: Rocket Says Look Up!Meet Rocket--a plucky aspiring astronaut intent on getting her community to LOOK UP! from what they're doing and reach for the stars in this auspicious debut picture book. Honored as a Chicago Public Library 2019 Best of the Best Book!A comet will be visible tonight, and Rocket wants everyone to see it with her--even her big brother, Jamal, whose attention is usually trained on his phone or video games. Rocket's enthusiasm brings neighbors and family together to witness a once-in-a-lifetime sighting.Book By: Nathan Bryon Read By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-1009 minHippocampus Clubhouse29: Sitti's SecretsMona’s grandmother, her Sitti, lives in a small Palestinian village on the other side of the earth. Once, Mona went to visit her.The couldn’t speak each other’s language, so they made up their own. They learned about each other’s worlds, and they discovered each other’s secrets. Then it was time for Mona to go back home, back to the other side of the earth. But even though there were millions of miles and millions of people between them, they remained true neighbors forever.Book By: Naomi Shihab NyeRead By: E...2020-08-0710 minHippocampus Clubhouse28: Say Hello, LilyOn Lily's first visit to Shalom House, she clings closely to her mom, overwhelmed by all the new faces. But slowly Lily joins the activities, makes new friends, and celebrates a birthday to remember.Book By: Deborah LakritzRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-0510 minHippocampus Clubhouse27: Mommy's KhimarA young girl plays dress up with her mother's headscarves, feeling her mother's love with every one she tries on. Charming and vibrant illustrations showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl's life.Book By: Mommy’s Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins-BigelowRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-08-0307 minHippocampus Clubhouse26: If I Had A Little DreamNina Laden’s warm and lyrical picture book sees and appreciates through a child’s eyes how fortunate we are to live in the world we do.Celebrate the wonder of the world in this reassuring picture book about the joy, love, and beauty that is part of each and every day. Our world is full of possibilities if you look for them.Book By: Nina LadenRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-07-3104 minHippocampus Clubhouse25: Strictly No ElephantsToday is Pet Club day. There will be cats and dogs and fish, but strictly no elephants are allowed. The Pet Club doesn’t understand that pets come in all shapes and sizes, just like friends. Now it is time for a boy and his tiny pet elephant to show them what it means to be a true friend.Strictly No Elephants has been sold around the world and is heralded as a pitch-perfect book about inclusion. Imaginative and lyrical, this sweet story captures the magic of friendship and the joy of having a pet.Book By...2020-07-2905 minHippocampus Clubhouse24: Happy In Our SkinIs there anything more splendid than a baby’s skin? Cocoa-brown, cinnamon, peaches and cream. As children grow, their clever skin does, too, enjoying hugs and tickles, protecting them inside and out, and making them one of a kind. Fran Manushkin’s rollicking text and Lauren Tobia’s delicious illustrations paint a breezy and irresistible picture of the human family — and how wonderful it is to be just who you are.Book By: Fran ManushkinRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-07-2704 minHippocampus Clubhouse23: Bigfoot Believes w/ Storytime Voices Guest, SienaBigfoot’s heartwarming story of acceptance and strength boosts readers’ self-esteem. Through interactive affirmations little ones learn how to say positive things about themselves, providing an early foundation of confidence and self-worth.Bigfoot's Story Promotes:Self-EsteemConfidenceCoping SkillsBook By: SlumberkinsRead By: Erin Yeschin with special guest, Bryant2020-07-2404 minHippocampus Clubhouse22: Oh The Wonderful Things You'll Be!From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin's rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children.With beautiful, and sometimes humorous, illustrations, and a clever gatefold with kids in costumes, this is a book grown-ups will love reading over and over to kids-both young and old.Book By: Emily Winfield MartinRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-07-2203 minHippocampus Clubhouse21: The World Needs More Purple PeopleWhat is a purple person? Great question. I mean, really great! Because purple people always ask really great questions. They bring their family, friends, and communities together, and they speak up for what’s right. They are kind and hardworking, and they love to laugh (especially at Grandpa’s funny noises)! A purple person is an everyday superhero! How do you become one? That’s the fun part! Penny Purple will lead you through the steps. Get ready to be silly, exercise your curiosity, use your voice, and be inspired.Book By: Kristen Bell & Benjamin HartRead B...2020-07-2008 minHippocampus Clubhouse20: Say Something!In this empowering new picture book, beloved author Peter H. Reynolds explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. Each of us, each and every day, have the chance to say something: with our actions, our words, and our voices. Perfect for kid activists everywhere, this timely story reminds readers of the undeniable importance and power of their voice. There are so many ways to tell the world who you are... what you are thinking... and what you believe. And how you'll make it better. The time is now: SAY SOMETHING!Book: Say Something b...2020-07-1704 minHippocampus Clubhouse19: I Can Do Hard ThingsWhat we tell ourselves matters! This is just as true for kids as it is for adults.Help your child tap into their inner strength and find the encouragement they need to navigate their daily environments.Mindful affirmations can help your child tune out the streams of messages they get about how they should be in the world.Book: I Can Do Hard Things by Gabi GarciaRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-07-1504 minHippocampus Clubhouse16: I Am HumanBeing human means we are full of possibility. We learn, we dream, we wonder at the world around us. But we also make mistakes and can feel fearful or sad. I Am Human affirms that we can make good choices by acting with compassion and having empathy for others and ourselves. When we find common ground, we can feel connected to the great world around us and mindfully strive to be our best selves.Book: Written by Susan Verde & Illustrated by Peter H. ReynoldsISBN: 9781419731655Publisher: ABRAMSPublication date: 10/02/20182020-07-0805 minHippocampus Clubhouse15: Have You Filled A Bucket TodayWhen you're a bucket filler, you make the world a better place to be! This book is perfect for children, parents, grandparents, teachers and people that want to teach empathy, nurture kindness and create a positive environment in their home, classroom, workplace and community.Book: Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol McCloudRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-07-0607 minHippocampus Clubhouse14: Independence Day Double Feature: We The Kids & I Have The Right To Be A ChildIn celebration of Independence Day in America, we have a special double feature today, featuring two books instead of just one. First we'll read 'We The Kids' written, illustrated with forward by David Catrow, which helps us to understand the fancy language used in the preamble of the Constitution of the United States. Our second book, 'I Have The Right To Be A Child, retold by Alain Serres, lists children’s rights per the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Children, created in 1989 as a special code of human rights for children under the age of 18.Books: We...2020-07-0314 minHippocampus Clubhouse13: Beautiful Beautiful MeA delightful and inclusive story, Beautiful Beautiful Me discusses diversity, love, family, and skin tone with playful poems for kids to read.Book: Beautiful Beautiful Me by Ashley Sirah Read By: Erin Yeschin2020-07-0106 minHippocampus Clubhouse12: JoJo and The Food FightWhen a food fight frenzy erupts in the jungle, a little elephant named Jojo hatches a silly plan to help all the angry animals become friends again.Book: Didier LevyRead By: Erin Yeschin2020-06-2908 minHippocampus Clubhouse11: I Am EnoughWe are all here for a purpose. We are more than enough. We just need to believe it. This gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another comes from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. Book: I Am EnoughRead By: Erin YeschinBacktrack: Bumbling by Pictures of The Floating World2020-06-2604 minHippocampus Clubhouse10: Do Princesses Wear Hiking BootsDo princesses ride tricycles, climb trees, do chores, or have to eat the crusts of their bread? The mother's voice is timelessly reassuring as she answers her daughter's questions and advises her that being like a princess has to do with what we are on the inside.Book: Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots? by Carmela LaVigna CoyleRead By: Erin YeschinBacktrack: Bumbling by Pictures of the Floating World2020-06-2604 minHippocampus Clubhouse9: Bringing The Rain To Kapiti PlainA cumulative rhyme relating how Ki-pat brought rain to the drought-stricken Kapiti Plain. Verna Aardema has brought the original story closer to the English nursery rhyme by putting in a cumulative refrain and giving the tale the rhythm of "The House That Jack Built." Bringing The Rain To Kapiti Plain by Verna AardemaRead By: Erin YeschinBacktrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-2507 minHippocampus Clubhouse8: Help Your Dragon Deal With ChangeDrew’s Dragon, Diggory Doo, is great! He can sit, roll over, and play... He can candle a birthday cake, light a campfire, and so many other cool things...but he’s having a hard time whenever something changes, or when things are no longer how they used to be.What should Drew do? Teach him how to deal with change!Book: Help Your Dragon Deal With ChangeRead by: Erin YeschinBacktrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-2407 minHippocampus Clubhouse7: Sealed with a KissWhat’s a seal to do when she’s new to the zoo?Make new friends, of course!But when the other animals aren’t so friendly, a wise sparrow inspires them to surprise Seal with a special treat.Full of heart and humor from bestselling author Beth Ferry and illustrator Olivier Tallec, this story of friendship and forgiveness will have little ones giggling along.Book: Sealed With A Kiss by Beth Ferry Read by: Erin YeschinBacktrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-2107 minHippocampus Clubhouse6: Peanut Butter and Cupcake!What's a little piece of bread to do when he's feeling lonely? Find a friend, of course! And that's exactly what Peanut Butter tries to do. But sometimes friends are hard to come by, especially when Hamburger has to walk his (hot) dogs, Cupcake is too busy building castles in her sprinkle box, and Egg laughs so hard he starts to crack up! Does Peanut Butter have a soulmate? Book: Peanut Butter & Cupcake! by Terry BorderRead by: Erin Yeschin Backtrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-2007 minHippocampus Clubhouse5: One Big Pair of UnderwearWhat’s one thing that two bears, three yaks, four goats, and six cats have in common?They hate to share.But look out—here comes a pack of twenty pigs ready to prove that sharing makes everything twice as fun!Book: One Big Pair of Underwear by Laura Gehl and Illustrated by Tom LichtenheldRead by: Erin YeschinBacktrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-1905 minHippocampus Clubhouse4: Fiona FlamingoWe all have times where we feel uncomfortable about who we are, just like Fiona. Through her color-changing, feather-filled day as she learns to accept not only being a different color from the rest of her flamingo flock, but also that it's okay to be scared, angry, and sad at times.Book: Fiona Flamingo by Rachael Urrutia Chu and Illustrated by Kate JefferyRead by: Erin Yeschin Backtrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-1806 minHippocampus Clubhouse3: The Someone NewJitterbug the chipmunk likes it when things stay the same. So when one day Pudding the snail comes into her woods, Jitterbug worries that everything will be different. What if Pudding spoils everything? What if there’s no more room for Jitterbug?With the help of her friends, can Jitterbug welcome the newcomer and learn that kindness is stronger than fear?Book:The Someone New by Jill TwissRead: Erin Yeschin Backtrack for Story: Bumbling by Pictures of a Floating World2020-06-1710 minHippocampus Clubhouse2: A Mother for ChocoChoco lives alone and wishes he had a mother, but who could she be? One day he sets off to find her, asking all kinds of animals, but he doesn’t meet anyone who looks just like him. He doesn’t even think of asking Mrs. Bear if she’s his mother-but then she starts to do just the things a mommy might do. And when she brings him home, he meets her other children-a piglet, a hippo, and an alligator-and learns that families can come in all shapes and sizes and still fit together. Book: A Mother for Ch...2020-06-1505 min