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Caring, Kindness & Love

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Take & Make Kit: February

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While We Can't Hug

While We Can't Hug

by McLaughlin, Eoin

Picture Book - 2020

Hedgehog and tortoise are the best of friends. But they're not allowed to hug. Luckily there are lots of other ways to show someone you love them Hedgehog and tortoise are the best of friends. But they're not allowed to hug. Luckily there are lots of other ways to show someone you love them Show less

Hedgehog and tortoise are the best of friends. But they're not allowed to hug. Luckily there are lots of other ways to show someone you love them Hedgehog and tortoise are the best of friends. But they're not allowed to hug. Luckily there are lots of other ways to show someone you love them Show less

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In My Heart

In My Heart

A Book of Feelings

by Witek, Jo

Picture Book - 2014

A young girl explores what different emotions feel like, such as happiness which makes her want to twirl, or sadness which feels as heavy as an elephant. A young girl explores what different emotions feel like, such as happiness which makes her want to twirl, or sadness which feels as heavy as an elephant. Show less

A young girl explores what different emotions feel like, such as happiness which makes her want to twirl, or sadness which feels as heavy as an elephant. A young girl explores what different emotions feel like, such as happiness which makes her want to twirl, or sadness which feels as heavy as an elephant. Show less

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I Am Enough

I Am Enough

by Byers, Grace

Picture Book - 2018

Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another. Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another. Show less

Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another. Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another. Show less

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Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum

by Henkes, Kevin

Picture Book - 1991

A little mouse thinks her name is absolutely perfect until she starts school and all the kids make fun of her. A little mouse thinks her name is absolutely perfect until she starts school and all the kids make fun of her. Show less

A little mouse thinks her name is absolutely perfect until she starts school and all the kids make fun of her. A little mouse thinks her name is absolutely perfect until she starts school and all the kids make fun of her. Show less

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Guess How Much I Love You

Guess How Much I Love You

by McBratney, Sam

Picture Book - 2008

During a bedtime game, every time Little Nutbrown Hare demonstrates how much he loves his father, Big Nutbrown Hare gently shows him that the love is returned even more. During a bedtime game, every time Little Nutbrown Hare demonstrates how much he loves his father, Big Nutbrown Hare gently shows him that the love is returned even more. Show less

During a bedtime game, every time Little Nutbrown Hare demonstrates how much he loves his father, Big Nutbrown Hare gently shows him that the love is returned even more. During a bedtime game, every time Little Nutbrown Hare demonstrates how much he loves his father, Big Nutbrown Hare gently shows him that the love is returned even more. Show less

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Hug Machine

Hug Machine

by Campbell, Scott

Picture Book - 2014

The hug machine is available to hug anyone, any time, whether they are square or long, spiky or soft. The hug machine is available to hug anyone, any time, whether they are square or long, spiky or soft. Show less

The hug machine is available to hug anyone, any time, whether they are square or long, spiky or soft. The hug machine is available to hug anyone, any time, whether they are square or long, spiky or soft. Show less

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Love Is

Love Is

by Adams, Diane

eBook - 2017

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...Show more 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. Show less

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...Show more 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. Show less

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The Love Letter

The Love Letter

by Denise, Anika

Picture Book - 2019

Stumbling on the same mysterious love letter in turn, best friends Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are reminded of the joys of friendship following a silly mix-up about their secret admirer. Stumbling on the same mysterious love letter in turn, best friends Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are reminded of the joys of friendship following a silly mix-up about their secret admirer. Show less

Stumbling on the same mysterious love letter in turn, best friends Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are reminded of the joys of friendship following a silly mix-up about their secret admirer. Stumbling on the same mysterious love letter in turn, best friends Hedgehog, Bunny, and Squirrel are reminded of the joys of friendship following a silly mix-up about their secret admirer. Show less

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Porcupine Cupid

Porcupine Cupid

by Jason June

Picture Book - 2020

Porcupine is determined to play Cupid for his forest friends, but his "arrows" only anger them until he finds another way to bring them together. Porcupine is determined to play Cupid for his forest friends, but his "arrows" only anger them until he finds another way to bring them together. Show less

Porcupine is determined to play Cupid for his forest friends, but his "arrows" only anger them until he finds another way to bring them together. Porcupine is determined to play Cupid for his forest friends, but his "arrows" only anger them until he finds another way to bring them together. Show less

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Love

Love

by Averiss, Corrinne

Picture Book - 2020

Everyone loves everyone in Tess' house. But when Tess has to start school for the first time, her family can't come with her. Will the love be able to str...Show more Everyone loves everyone in Tess' house. But when Tess has to start school for the first time, her family can't come with her. Will the love be able to stretch that far? Mom explains that love is like a string, it connects people together even when they are far away. At school Tess notices that all the children have strings! Some are new, some are old, some stretch a long way, and some even stretch right up into the sky. But what happens when a string breaks? Show less

Everyone loves everyone in Tess' house. But when Tess has to start school for the first time, her family can't come with her. Will the love be able to str...Show more Everyone loves everyone in Tess' house. But when Tess has to start school for the first time, her family can't come with her. Will the love be able to stretch that far? Mom explains that love is like a string, it connects people together even when they are far away. At school Tess notices that all the children have strings! Some are new, some are old, some stretch a long way, and some even stretch right up into the sky. But what happens when a string breaks? Show less

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Outside, Inside

Outside, Inside

by Pham, LeUyen

Picture Book - 2021

From Caldecott honoree LeUyen Pham, Outside, Inside is a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. From Caldecott honoree LeUyen Pham, Outside, Inside is a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Show less

From Caldecott honoree LeUyen Pham, Outside, Inside is a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. From Caldecott honoree LeUyen Pham, Outside, Inside is a moving picture book celebrating essential workers and the community coming together to face the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. Show less

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I Dream of Popo

I Dream of Popo

by Blackburne, Livia

Picture Book - 2021

When a young girl and her family emigrate from Taiwan to America, she leaves behind her beloved popo, her grandmother. She misses her popo every day, but ...Show more When a young girl and her family emigrate from Taiwan to America, she leaves behind her beloved popo, her grandmother. She misses her popo every day, but even if their visits are fleeting, their love is ever true and strong. Includes author's and illustrator's notes detailing their personal experiences, and glossary of Chinese words connected to the story. Show less

When a young girl and her family emigrate from Taiwan to America, she leaves behind her beloved popo, her grandmother. She misses her popo every day, but ...Show more When a young girl and her family emigrate from Taiwan to America, she leaves behind her beloved popo, her grandmother. She misses her popo every day, but even if their visits are fleeting, their love is ever true and strong. Includes author's and illustrator's notes detailing their personal experiences, and glossary of Chinese words connected to the story. Show less

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The Wonderful Things You Will Be

The Wonderful Things You Will Be

by Martin, Emily Winfield

Picture Book - 2015

Illustrations and simple, rhyming text reveal a parent's musings about what a child will become, knowing that the child's kindness, cleverness, and boldness will shine through no matter what, as will the love they share. Illustrations and simple, rhyming text reveal a parent's musings about what a child will become, knowing that the child's kindness, cleverness, and boldness will shine through no matter what, as will the love they share. Show less

Illustrations and simple, rhyming text reveal a parent's musings about what a child will become, knowing that the child's kindness, cleverness, and boldness will shine through no matter what, as will the love they share. Illustrations and simple, rhyming text reveal a parent's musings about what a child will become, knowing that the child's kindness, cleverness, and boldness will shine through no matter what, as will the love they share. Show less

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The Runaway Valentine

The Runaway Valentine

by Casey, Tina

Picture Book - 2001

Victor, a valentine card eager to be brought home, is overlooked until he marches out of the store and into the street, where he proves helpful to one person after another. Victor, a valentine card eager to be brought home, is overlooked until he marches out of the store and into the street, where he proves helpful to one person after another. Show less

Victor, a valentine card eager to be brought home, is overlooked until he marches out of the store and into the street, where he proves helpful to one person after another. Victor, a valentine card eager to be brought home, is overlooked until he marches out of the store and into the street, where he proves helpful to one person after another. Show less

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Plant A Kiss

Plant A Kiss

by Rosenthal, Amy Krouse

Picture Book - 2012

One small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined. One small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined. Show less

One small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined. One small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined. Show less

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Here Comes Valentine Cat

Here Comes Valentine Cat

by Underwood, Deborah

Picture Book - 2016

Cat does not want to send a valentine to anyone, until some unexpected gifts from the dog next door make him change his mind Cat does not want to send a valentine to anyone, until some unexpected gifts from the dog next door make him change his mind Show less

Cat does not want to send a valentine to anyone, until some unexpected gifts from the dog next door make him change his mind Cat does not want to send a valentine to anyone, until some unexpected gifts from the dog next door make him change his mind Show less

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This Is Not A Valentine

This Is Not A Valentine

by Higgins, Carter

Picture Book - 2017

A valentine is all about sweetness and gooey love, but this book is about all the things you might give someone that are not exactly gifts, but that show that you care for them and for what they think--but is not that a kind of love? A valentine is all about sweetness and gooey love, but this book is about all the things you might give someone that are not exactly gifts, but that show that you care for them and for what they think--but is not that a kind of love? Show less

A valentine is all about sweetness and gooey love, but this book is about all the things you might give someone that are not exactly gifts, but that show that you care for them and for what they think--but is not that a kind of love? A valentine is all about sweetness and gooey love, but this book is about all the things you might give someone that are not exactly gifts, but that show that you care for them and for what they think--but is not that a kind of love? Show less

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Dear Girl

Dear Girl

by Rosenthal, Amy Krouse

Picture Book - 2017

Encourages readers to accept and love themselves as they are and advises them to be confident, curious, adaptable, and willing to speak up. Encourages readers to accept and love themselves as they are and advises them to be confident, curious, adaptable, and willing to speak up. Show less

Encourages readers to accept and love themselves as they are and advises them to be confident, curious, adaptable, and willing to speak up. Encourages readers to accept and love themselves as they are and advises them to be confident, curious, adaptable, and willing to speak up. Show less

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Elmore

Elmore

by Hobbie, Holly

Picture Book - 2018

Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back eve...Show more Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back every so often. Elmore suffers rejection and heartbreak, but the goodness of his forest community ultimately shines through as the animals find a way to connect with this prickly bundle of love. Show less

Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back eve...Show more Elmore is a porcupine desperate to make friends. But it is hard to seek closeness with others when you're covered with spikes that shoot off your back every so often. Elmore suffers rejection and heartbreak, but the goodness of his forest community ultimately shines through as the animals find a way to connect with this prickly bundle of love. Show less

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Love

Love

by De la Peña, Matt

Picture Book - 2018

In this heartfelt celebration of love, Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña and bestselling illustrator Loren Long depict the many ways we experie...Show more In this heartfelt celebration of love, Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña and bestselling illustrator Loren Long depict the many ways we experience the universal bond of love. It's lyrical text provides a soothing tale that will resonate with readers of every age. Show less

In this heartfelt celebration of love, Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña and bestselling illustrator Loren Long depict the many ways we experie...Show more In this heartfelt celebration of love, Newbery Medal-winning author Matt de la Peña and bestselling illustrator Loren Long depict the many ways we experience the universal bond of love. It's lyrical text provides a soothing tale that will resonate with readers of every age. Show less

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Words to Make A Friend

Words to Make A Friend

A Story in Japanese and English

by Napoli, Donna Jo

Picture Book - 2021

When a young Japanese girl moves into her new house, she is happy to see a girl her age playing in the snow just outside her window. The only problem is t...Show more When a young Japanese girl moves into her new house, she is happy to see a girl her age playing in the snow just outside her window. The only problem is the Japanese girl doesn't speak English and the American girl doesn't speak Japanese. But each girl's love of the snow teaches them that they don't need to speak the same language to have fun! Show less

When a young Japanese girl moves into her new house, she is happy to see a girl her age playing in the snow just outside her window. The only problem is t...Show more When a young Japanese girl moves into her new house, she is happy to see a girl her age playing in the snow just outside her window. The only problem is the Japanese girl doesn't speak English and the American girl doesn't speak Japanese. But each girl's love of the snow teaches them that they don't need to speak the same language to have fun! Show less

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Enemy Pie

Enemy Pie

by Munson, Derek

Book - 2000

Hoping that the enemy pie which his father makes will help him get rid of his enemy, a little boy finds that instead it helps make a new friend. Hoping that the enemy pie which his father makes will help him get rid of his enemy, a little boy finds that instead it helps make a new friend. Show less

Hoping that the enemy pie which his father makes will help him get rid of his enemy, a little boy finds that instead it helps make a new friend. Hoping that the enemy pie which his father makes will help him get rid of his enemy, a little boy finds that instead it helps make a new friend. Show less

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My Heart

My Heart

by Luyken, Corinna

Picture Book - 2019

From moments of great joy and exuberance to necessary times of quiet contemplation, your heart is your guide. From moments of great joy and exuberance to necessary times of quiet contemplation, your heart is your guide. Show less

From moments of great joy and exuberance to necessary times of quiet contemplation, your heart is your guide. From moments of great joy and exuberance to necessary times of quiet contemplation, your heart is your guide. Show less

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Love Monster

Love Monster

by Bright, Rachel

Picture Book - 2014

Googly-eyed Monster looks high and low for someone to love him, and then in the blink of an eye love finds him. Googly-eyed Monster looks high and low for someone to love him, and then in the blink of an eye love finds him. Show less

Googly-eyed Monster looks high and low for someone to love him, and then in the blink of an eye love finds him. Googly-eyed Monster looks high and low for someone to love him, and then in the blink of an eye love finds him. Show less

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Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch

Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch

by Spinelli, Eileen

Picture Book - 1991

An anonymous valentine changes the life of the unsociable Mr. Hatch, turning him into a laughing friend who helps and appreciates all his neighbors. An anonymous valentine changes the life of the unsociable Mr. Hatch, turning him into a laughing friend who helps and appreciates all his neighbors. Show less

An anonymous valentine changes the life of the unsociable Mr. Hatch, turning him into a laughing friend who helps and appreciates all his neighbors. An anonymous valentine changes the life of the unsociable Mr. Hatch, turning him into a laughing friend who helps and appreciates all his neighbors. Show less

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