2/6/25

Ladybug Longlist: Nature

The Girl Who Built an Ocean: An Artist, an Argonaut, and the True Story of the World's First Aquarium by Jess Keating

"This book exposes children to narrative nonfiction and tells a really interesting story about the woman who created the first aquarium.  Shark Lady is a very popular book in our school, and this book will surely have the same impact on students.  These stories show children that every day normal people that work hard to follow their dreams can do amazing things and change the world for the better." -- nominator

Mermaids' Song to the Sea by Dianna Hutts Aston

"Gorgeous rhyming picture book with colorful, and magical, illustrations." -- nominator

Millie Fleur's Poison Garden by Christy Mandin

"This book is about a weird little girl and her weird garden which eventually wins over the hearts of the townspeople who wanted to ban it. The unique plants and illustrations in this story are sure to be a hit and the sepia tones are appealing to readers who enjoy their calming nature." -- nominator

One Day This Tree Will Fall by Leslie Barnard Booth

"Vibrant and moving illustrations." -- nominator

This is Not My Lunchbox by Jennifer Dupuis

"Can you guess what animal eats from each lunchbox?  This nonfiction book features gorgeous illustrations of woodland animals, birds and insects and the foods they eat.  A feast for the eyes!" -- nominator

Trunk Goes Thunk!: A Woodland Tale of Opposites by Heather C. Morris

"Charming characters, carefully chosen color pallet that elevates a book about opposites." -- nominator

When You Find the Right Rock by Mary Lyn Ray

"Relatable for every child who can't resist picking up the perfect rock to take home." -- nominator

This post is one of a series of 15 "bite-sized" pieces into which we have divided the 2025 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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