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Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Chrysanthemum loves her name until kids at school tease her. A classic about teasing, self worth, and the teacher who changes everything.
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20 books · 1 with a read aloud on our channel
Birds
Birds
PreK to 3rd grade
A young girl watches birds from her window and imagines all the shapes, colors, and wonders they hold. Its bright, simple pages spark curiosity about the natural world.
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Chester's Way
Chester's Way
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Best friends Chester and Wilson do everything exactly the same way, until bold, quirky Lilly moves in. Kids learn that new friends can make life bigger and better.
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Egg
Egg
PreK to 3rd grade
Four eggs crack open, three baby birds fly off, and the fourth egg holds a big surprise. Told in comic panels with few words, it is a sweet story about unlikely friends.
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A Good Day
A Good Day
PreK to 3rd grade
A bird, a dog, a fox, and a squirrel each have a rotten moment, then things turn around. A cheerful reminder for little ones that a bad start can still become a good day.
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In the Middle of Fall
In the Middle of Fall
PreK to 3rd grade
Bright leaves, busy squirrels, and pumpkins fill the pages as fall unfolds, with a reminder that winter is coming soon. A lyrical, glowing celebration of the season.
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Jessica
Jessica
PreK to 3rd grade
Ruthie's imaginary friend Jessica goes everywhere with her, even to kindergarten, where Ruthie meets a real girl with the very same name. Warm and reassuring for kids starting school.
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Julius, the Baby of the World
Julius, the Baby of the World
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 1st grade
Lilly is sure her new baby brother Julius is the worst thing ever, until Cousin Garland criticizes him. A funny, honest Kevin Henkes story about sibling jealousy.
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Kitten's First Full Moon
Kitten's First Full Moon
PreK to 3rd grade
A hungry kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk and keeps trying to reach it. The gorgeous black and white art and gentle humor make it a perfect bedtime read.
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Lilly's Big Day
Lilly's Big Day
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Lilly is sure she will be the flower girl at her teacher's wedding, and her disappointment is huge. How she handles it, with surprising grace, makes this a great feelings book.
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Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse
Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Lilly adores her teacher until he takes away her musical purse, and her anger leads to a mean drawing she regrets. A funny, honest look at big feelings and making amends.
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Little White Rabbit
Little White Rabbit
PreK to 3rd grade
A little rabbit hops through spring, wondering what it would feel like to be green like grass or tall like the trees, before heading home to his mother's love. Simply lovely.
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Old Bear
Old Bear
PreK to 3rd grade
Sleeping through winter, Old Bear dreams of being a cub again as flowers, berries, and leaves change around him. A soothing, colorful journey through the seasons for little ones.
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Owen
Owen
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Owen loves his fuzzy yellow blanket, and a nosy neighbor insists he must give it up before school. His mom finds a clever solution that respects how much it matters to him.
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Sheila Rae, the Brave
Sheila Rae, the Brave
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Fearless Sheila Rae takes a new way home and gets lost, and her timid little sister Louise turns out to be the brave one. A sweet story about courage and sisters.
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Summer Song
Summer Song
PreK to 3rd grade
Kevin Henkes fills the pages with the sights and sounds of summer, from buzzing bees to long, golden days. A quiet, lovely way to slow down and savor the season.
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Waiting
Waiting
PreK to 3rd grade
Five toys sit on a windowsill, each waiting for something different, the moon, the rain, the wind, the snow. This quiet Caldecott Honor book is a lovely lesson in patience.
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A Weekend with Wendell
A Weekend with Wendell
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Pesky houseguest Wendell bosses Sophie around all weekend, until she finally stands up for herself and the two discover they can have fun together. Funny and very relatable.
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Wemberly Worried
Wemberly Worried
Mouse Books seriesPreK to 4th grade
Wemberly worries about everything, especially starting school, until she meets another worrier named Jewel. A sweet, reassuring pick for anxious kids before the first day.
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When Spring Comes
When Spring Comes
PreK to 2nd grade
Kevin Henkes describes all the small changes that come with spring, from bare branches to blooming flowers. A beautiful, simple read for the season.
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