Minni Favorite Books – September
Our Favorite Books
We’re feeling excited, intrigued, and delighted by this month’s books! Emotions are an essential part of who we are, but they can be messy, complicated, and downright confusing sometimes! Learning how to name them and talk about them is a key part of development. This month’s books are focused on building our emotional vocabulary, exercising empathy, and feeling the love!
In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo With
Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness . . . our hearts can feel so many feelings! Some make us feel as light as a balloon, others as heavy as an elephant. This book explores a full range of emotions, describing how they feel physically, inside. With language that is lyrical but also direct, toddlers will be empowered by this new vocabulary and able to practice articulating and identifying their own emotions. With whimsical illustrations and an irresistible die-cut heart that extends through each spread, this unique feelings book is gorgeously packaged.
Love Is by Diane Adams
This story of a girl and a duckling who share a touching year together will melt hearts old and young. In this tenderly funny book, girl and duckling grow in their understanding of what it is to care for each other, discovering that love is as much about letting go as it is about holding tight. Children and parents together will adore this fond exploration of growing up while learning just what love is.
The Grouchy Ladybug by Eric Carle
This classic has delighted readers of all ages with the story of a bad-tempered bug who won't say "please" or "thank you," won't share, and thinks she is bigger and better than anyone else! This testy ladybug is introduced to many new animals and learns that maybe being grouchy isn’t always the best option. Eric Carle's bright artwork and signature style will charm both avid fans and new readers alike.
You Matter by Christian Robinson
In this full, bright, and beautiful picture book, many different perspectives around the world are deftly and empathetically explored—from a pair of bird-watchers to the pigeons they’re feeding. Young readers will be drawn into the luminous illustrations inviting them to engage with the world in a new way and see how everyone is connected, and that everyone matters.
