2022 SFUSD Recommended Summer Reading, PreK-2ndLike this list

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• If the World Were 100 People

  a Visual Guide to Our Global Village

  McCann, Jacqueline

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  A clever and colorful way to think about big numbers, human differences, and this planet we all share.

• Volcanoes

  Gibbons, Gail,

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  Find out what causes volcanoes to erupt, where the biggest eruptions are, and how to stay safe from burning hot lava.

• Summertime Sleepers

  Animals That Estivate

  Stewart, Melissa

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  You probably know all about hibernation--when animals sleep through the winter. But did you know some animals sleep through the summer instead? Read all about it here!

• Ablaze With Color

  a Story of Painter Alma Thomas

  Harvey, Jeanne Walker,

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  Do you love art, color, and nature? If so, you'll want to read this beautifully illustrated biography to get inspired for your own paintings.

• Alaina and the Great Play

  Greenfield, Eloise

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  In this joyful picture book, Alaina's excitement at acting in a play practically jumps off the page!

• Crab & Snail. The Invisible Whale

  Ferry, Beth,

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  A perfect graphic novel for beginning readers, featuring two best friends, an invisible whale, and a whole lot of surf zone fun.

• Grandad's Camper

  Woodgate, Harry

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  After you read this charming picture book, you'll want to share your favorite family memories too.

• How to Say Hello to a Worm

  a First Guide to Outside

  Percival, Kari

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  A friendly introduction to growing things and observing the natural world, just right for the youngest gardeners.

• I Am Every Good Thing

  Barnes, Derrick

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  From an award-winning author and illustrator duo comes this lyrical celebration of Black boyhood, offering windows and mirrors to all kinds of readers.

• I Wish, Wish, Wish for You

  Magsamen, Sandra

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  Read this book of hopes and dreams snuggled up with those you love best.

• Magic Candies

  Paek, Hŭi-na

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  A funny and tender story from Korea paired with quirky, eye-catching illustrations.

• My City Speaks

  Lebeuf, Darren

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  A girl who is visually impaired celebrates her city as she and her dad commute across town to her violin recital.

• My Papi Has a Motorcycle

  Quintero, Isabel

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  On a ride with her Papi around their changing community, Ramona Daisy realizes how hard her dad works and her family's immutable love.

• My Two Border Towns

  Bowles, David (David O.),

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  Take in the bustling culture and community-mindedness of the U.S-Mexico border with a father and son during their weekend excursion.

• Noah's Seal

  Marlow, Layn

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  At the beach Noah creates a magnificent seal from sand, pebbles and seaweed. Does the seal get washed away by the unexpected storm, or not? You decide!

• Room for Everyone

  Khan, Naaz

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  Young passenger Musa asks how this tiny bus rumbling along the Zanzibar coast can fit so many people. Big hearts, squirms and squeezes, and giggles galore figure into the equation.

• A Tree Is a Home

  Hickman, Pamela

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  Learn how an oak tree and its animal residents change through the four seasons -- as does the human family nextdoor.

• We Are Water Protectors

  Lindstrom, Carole, 1964-

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  In this Indigenous-centered tale, you are reminded why water is precious and what you can do to help protect it!

• When Lola Visits

  Sterling, Michelle

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  A heartwarming intercultural exchange by young Lola and her grandma who makes her annual summer visit from the Philippines.

• You Are Not Alone

  McGaw, Kaitlin

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  Love your beautiful self, stand up against hate, and have the backs of other kids--these are among the powerful messages shared by Bay Area band Alphabet Rockers in this affirming picture book.