Story Time On-Demand

A Family is a Family is a Family by Sara O’Leary – “When a teacher asks the children in her class to think about what makes their families special, the answers are all different in many ways — but the same in the one way that matters most of all. This story is a warm and whimsical look at many types of families.”

Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen – “Teachers 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. In this book, children will 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.”

Omar, el jaguar by Andrea Olatunji  – “Omar, el jaguar delivers two powerful messages: the importance of protecting our land, and the fact that accepting diversity enriches us and enables us to connect with other people. Beautifully illustrated, Omar, el jaguar will surely become a favorite in any classroom or home.”

“Omar, el jaguar transmite dos mensajes poderosos: la importancia de proteger nuestra tierra y el hecho de que aceptar la diversidad nos enriquece y nos permite conectarnos con otras personas. Bellamente ilustrado, Omar, el jaguar seguramente se convertirá en uno de los favoritos en cualquier salón de clases u hogar.”

The Mexiglish Girl by Natalie Simons – “Gloria is a little girl with a great talent, she can speak both Spanish and English! On her visit to Mexico she learns all about the local food, culture and traditions but struggles to remember some Spanish words when put on the spot. Her wise grandma shares some advice that helps Gloria find her confidence when she’s invited to a piñata party! The book will both help readers with their Spanish and to learn about Mexican traditions.”

“Gloria es una niña con un gran talento, ¡puede hablar tanto español como inglés! En su visita a México, aprende todo sobre la comida, la cultura y las tradiciones locales, pero le cuesta recordar algunas palabras en español cuando se le pone en el lugar. ¡Su sabia abuela comparte algunos consejos que ayudan a Gloria a encontrar su confianza cuando la invitan a una fiesta de piñatas! El libro ayudará a los lectores con su español y a aprender sobre las tradiciones mexicanas.”

Jamie Is Jamie: A Book About Being Yourself and Playing Your Way by Afsaneh Moradian and Illustrated by Maria Bogade – “This funny, heartwarming, colorful picture book is about finding the courage to be true to your inner self and following your own path despite obstacles that may come your way.”

Red: A Crayon’s Story by Michael Hall and Illustrated by Michael Hall – “When free-spirited Jamie arrives at a new preschool, all the children learn that gender expression doesn’t determine which toys to play with. Join Jamie’s new friends as they learn the importance of cooperation, creativity, empathy, and gender expression”

We’re Different, We’re the Same by Bobbi Kates and Illustrated by Joe Mathieu – “Elmo and his Sesame Street friends help teach toddlers and the adults in their lives that everyone is the same on the inside, and it’s our differences that make this wonderful world, which is home to us all, an interesting—and special—place.”

Our Favorite Day of the Year by A. E. Ali and Illustrated by Rahele Jomepour Bell – “In this charming story of friendship and celebrating differences, young readers can discover how entering a new friendship with an open mind and sharing parts of yourself brings people together.”

Parker Looks Up by Parker and Jessica Curry and Illustrated by Brittany Jackson – “A delightful story that speaks powerfully to the importance of representation.”

I Believe I Can by Grace Byers and Illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo – “An affirmation for boys and girls of every background to love and believe in themselves.”