2/15/24

Ladybug Longlist: Nature

Fungi Grow by Maria Gianferrari and Diana Sudyka

"Fungi Grow is an informational text that is visually appealing and the text is multilayered. It is easy to read the main text in large font to youngest students, and add the subtext information for olders. It feeds the curiosity we all feel for fungi!" --nominator

I’m Going to Build a Snowman by Jashar Awan

"The determination to build and the following less than perfect result. Sends a wonderful message of success and joy of achievement." --nominator

Moving Words About a Flower by K. C. Hayes and Barbara Chotiner

"Lovely story with fantastic illustrations that match the words. Would be an excellent book to share in springtime or in a collaborative unit on seeds and gardening." --nominator 

No One Owns the Colors by Gianna Davy and Brenda Rodriguez

"This book is a celebration of individualism and being true to one's self.  All colors are found in nature and are thus for everyone." --nominator

Remember by Joy Harjo and Michaela Goade

"Absolutely beautiful vividly illustrated book of Joy Harjo's iconic poem." --nominator 1

"It is exquisite in every way. A masterpiece every child should hear." --nominator 2

The Tree and the River by Aaron Becker

"Wordless picture book that beautifully captures change over time and new beginnings." --nominator

We Are Branches by Joyce Sidman and Beth Krommes

"Beautifully illustrated, and informative, book about the branches that are all around us." --nominator

This post is one of a series of 12 "bite-sized" pieces into which we have divided the 2024 Ladybug Picture Book Award Long List to help NH librarians consider all the potential nominees. Please review the full list (or wait until we have covered all the titles) before you cast your vote as you can only vote once. 

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