Inyo County Free Library - New Acquisitions
July 2023 - August 2023
These are books and media new to the library and cataloged by the Inyo County Free Library.
Additional information about each title can be found in the catalog (click on the title). For older acquisition lists choose from Select another list. To request any of these titles please contact your local library branch.
| Juvenile | Fiction Picture books ReadersYoung adult fictionNon-fiction |
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I am quiet: a story for the introvert in all of us By Powers, Andie Publishing Date: [2022] Classification: E Call Number: E Although many people think Emile is shy, he is simply quiet on the outside while on the inside, his imagination is loud and wild. |
By Reynolds, Peter H. Publishing Date: [2014] Classification: E Call Number: E Rafael has looked forward to the Going Places contest and builds his go-cart from a kit in record time, but his neighbor, Maya, has a much more interesting and creative idea for her entry and Rafael decides to help. |
By Rodin, Al Publishing Date: 2022 Classification: E Call Number: E "Little Echo lives alone in a cave until, one day, a chance encounter encourages her to be brave and make a new friend. A gentle story about finding your own voice. Have you ever heard an Echo? They live in lakes and tunnels and caves. But have you ever seen an Echo? Little Echo lives alone in a cave. Shy, she hides away, echoing the noises around her. But Little Echo isn't just shy -- she's lonely. And when Max comes to the cave one day, in search of treasure, Little Echo starts to discover that maybe she has a voice of her own..."-- |
By Romero, Melanie Publishing Date: 2021 Classification: E Call Number: E "Amor de colores will introduce your little ones to all the colorful ways we see love in the world around us. Children will adore this heartwarming read that teaches them the colors of the rainbow and more"--Back cover. |
By Spillett-Sumner, Tasha Publishing Date: [2022] Classification: E Call Number: E "A simple story exploring the feelings of a mixed heritage child who begins to notice the physical differences between her mother's features and her own. One day, Izzy notices that her skin looks different from her mama's. "Mama," exclaims Izzy. "We don't match! You're sand, and I'm chocolate." Then Izzy realizes that her hair has big swirls and curls that jump out from her braids, while her mama's hair is smooth and straight with a braid that hangs right down the middle of her back. At first, Izzy is sad that she looks so different from her mama. She only sees the beauty in her mother's features, and not in her own. But using a gentle refrain, her mama lovingly tells her You're part of me, and I'm part of you. I'm beautiful like me, and you're beautiful like you. And with time and encouragement, Izzy comes to realize that beauty and belonging come in all shapes and sizes."-- |
By Van Dusen, Chris Publishing Date: 2022 Classification: E Call Number: E When a truck becomes stuck on a narrow road blocking the north-south route of an island town, a few families work together to continue on their respective outings. |
NEW RELEASE How to catch a garden fairy: a springtime adventure By Walstead, Alice Publishing Date: [2023] Classification: E Call Number: E "Join the How to Catch kids as they try to catch a magical Garden Fairy"-- |
By Willems, Mo Publishing Date: 2019 Classification: E Call Number: E A series of events, some seemingly very insignificant, lead to a young girl attending a life-changing concert. |
NEW RELEASE By Yamada, Kobi Publishing Date: [2023] Classification: E Call Number: E "This is a story about noticing the little things, the grand big things, the imaginary, and sometimes, hidden things. It is about embracing what's possible. And that the incredible is everywhere, and in everything--waiting to be known, discovered, recognized." -- |
NEW RELEASE How do dinosaurs learn to be kind By Yolen, Jane Publishing Date: 2023 Classification: E Call Number: E It is not always easy for a dinosaur to learn how to be kind, but with a little practice, and keeping other people firmly in mind, he can become a one-of-a-kind, very kind dinosaur. |
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