Great Picture Books

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Salt in His Shoes
by Deloris Jordan

The story of Michael Jordan and his struggles to become a great teammate at the playground.

The Jolly Mon
by Jimmy Buffett

On the island of Bananaland, the Jolly Mon uses his magical guitar to save the people from pirates.

Tacky the Penguin
by Helen Lester

Tacky the Penguin shows everyone in the Artic that just because your an "odd bird", it doesn't mean that you don't have a lot to offer!

My Lucky Day
by Keiko Kasza

This mischevious pig uses a few of his forest friends to have a very nice relaxing day.

Tuesday
by David Wiesner

What happens on Tuesday night when everyone falls asleep? Use your imagination! A very funny book that my students and I both love.

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs
by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith

There's always two sides to a story, and the wolf's version is much funnier!

Cowboy & Octopus
by Jon Scieszka

Two very unlikely friends help eachother out despite their lack of communication skills.

A Fine, Fine School
by Sharon Creech

Think your school is great? Wait until you hear what this principal did to make his fine school...

Edwurd Fudwupper Fibbed Big
by Berke Breathed

Lying may seem like a good idea sometimes, but be careful what you get yourself into...