On the shelves - Nov. 6

The books listed below are now available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library. The library is open to the public, but patrons can still visit the online catalog at cloviscarverpl.booksys.net/opac/ccpl or call 575-769-7840 to request a specific item for curbside pickup.

These books were given in memorial of Mary Ruth Burns.

“Buenas Noches A Todos/The Going to Bed Book” by Sandra Boynton. This classic bedtime story, where a merry and mischievous group of animals take a bath, brush their teeth and end up going to bed, is perfect for winding down at the end of the day.

“Oso Pardo, Oso Pardo, ¿Qué Ves Ahí?/Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” by Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle. Spanish edition of the classic illustrated book “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What So You See?.” Bill Martin Jr.’s rhythmic text speaks directly to young children, and Eric Carle’s gorgeous illustrations hold children enraptured reading after reading.

“Cabeza, Hombros, Piernas, Pies/Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” by Annie Kubler. This award-winning series, specifically designed for babies, is now available in a smaller format, perfect for little hands. A great introduction to books through well-known nursery rhymes and interactive text. Dual Language English/Spanish to aid bilingual learners.

“Cuento de Noche/A Night Time Story” by Roberto Aliaga. This tale visits the magic moments, when all of the things we imagine, all of the things we dream, parade before our eyes. The imagination parades through our eyes in the form of stories and dreams that come together in this magical book that invites you to dream.

“¡Una Señora Con Frío Se Tragó un Poco de Nieve!/There Was a Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow!” by Lucille Colandro. With lively, rhyming text and playful illustrations, this lively version will engage young readers at every turn of the page. And there’s a surprise at the end that no reader can guess!

“Abuela” by Arthur Dorros. With their energy and beauty, the collage-like illustrations transform New York City into a treasure for readers as well as Rosalba and Abuela. Her adventure is a hymn to the power of love and family pride between a girl and her grandmother.

“La Luz de Lucía/Lucy’s Light” by Margarita Del Mazo. Lucy is the youngest member of a family of fireflies. She wants to shine like all the others, but she’s too little to head off to light up the forest. Finally, one night, after waiting and waiting, it is Lucy’s turn. The following evening, when it’s time to set off, Lucy’s excitement disappears and she doesn’t want to leave. Fortunately, her family support her and encourage her to shine bright and trust herself no matter what.

“Los Tres Chivitos/The Three Billy Goats Gruff” by Carol Ottolenghi. Featuring 32 pages of fresh, captivating illustrations, this story book tells the story of the three goats as they outwit the evil troll lurking under the bridge! Retold in English and Spanish, this classic tale captures a child’s interest page after page.

“Huevos Verds con Jamón/Green Eggs and Ham” by Dr. Suess. Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning. A rhymed, Spanish translation of Dr. Seuss’s beloves classic about trying new things!

“Un Pez Dos Peces Pez Rojo Pez Azul/One Fish Two Fish Red fish Blue Fish” by Dr, Suess. Originally created by Dr. Seuss, Beginner Books encourage children to read all by themselves, with simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning. A rhymed, Spanish translation of Dr. Seuss’s classic Beginner Book about imagination!

— Summaries provided by library staff