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Sion’s misfortune

2019

by Jiafei Chen, Chen Jiafei, Wang Ran and Ran Wang

Sion is a fortune-teller who lives in an ancient Chinese kingdom with his son and a beloved horse. When Sion begins to experience a series of unlucky events, he shocks everyone in town by saying that it is a sign of good things to come. Will Sion lose his reputation for being the wisest man in the kingdom, for how could misfortune ever be a blessing? This profound folktale from China, originally retold by Chen Jiafei and illustrated by award- winning artist Wang Ran, has been translated into English

Sissy Goes Tiny

2019

by Rebecca Flansburg, Ba Norrgard and Penny Weber

"Sissy Goes Tiny is the story of a little girl and her family who make the lifestyle choice to live tiny and Do More with Less. Filled with “gentle lessons” about conservancy, minimalism, recycling, repurposing, and generosity, this diverse hardcover book shows us all what is possible when families choose experiences over “stuff.” Eight-year-old Sissy loves her life. She loves her toys, her Big house, and her Big backyard. But when her parents decide they are going to "live Tiny," the thought of parting with some of her belongings and living in a Little house on wheels doesn't sound so good. But as her family's new adventure unfolds, Sissy begins to understand that "stuff is just stuff" and living in a Tiny House is filled with the possibility of Big adventures!" -- publisher

Sloth to the Rescue

2019

by Leanne Shirtliffe and Rob McClurkan

"Sloth and friends teach kids how to combat first-day-of-school shyness in this humorous and heartfelt picture book. At the Rainforest Rescue Center, Sloth loves when Patti comes to visit. But when Patti forgets her class report, it's up to Sloth, with the help of his other (faster) rain-forest friends, to return Patti's notebook to her-at school! Will they be able to find her among all the other kids in a new environment? The first day of school can be scary-especially if you forget your summer assignment—but in Sloth to the Rescue, Sloth, Peccary, Boa, Capuchin, and Ocelot overcome their fears and realize that what makes them unique is what helps them fit right in!" -- publisher

Small World

2019

by Ishta Mercurio and Jen Corace

"First, Nanda's entire world is the circle of her mother's arms but as she grows, she sees the wonder of whirligigs, fractals in the snow, and even the circle of the Earth, itself." -- publisher

Smile for the Dentist

2019

by Sophia Day, Megan Johnson and Stephanie Strouse

"Are your kids afraid to go to the dentist? The bright lights and new sounds of a dentist's office can seem overwhelming! This book helps lessen anxiety for upcoming dentist visits. Experience a routine checkup and learn about dental hygiene so your family can always smile for the dentist. " -- publisher

Snitchy Witch

2019

by Frank J. Sileo and MacKenzie Haley

"Tattling is an all too familiar occurrence among children that can have harmful impacts on friends and relationships. This spellbinding story encourages children to examine the difference between snitching and telling, and the impact of their words on others." -- publisher

Soccer Star

2019

by Mina Javaherbin and Renato Alarcão

"An inspiring story of a Brazilian boy who dreams of being a soccer star — and the sister who steps in to help his team win a game. When Paulo Marcelo Feliciano becomes a soccer star, crowds will cheer his famous name! Then his mother won’t have to work long hours, and he won’t have to work all day on a fishing boat. For now, Paulo takes care of his little sister Maria (she teaches him reading, he teaches her soccer moves) and walks her to school, stopping to give his teammates cheese buns as they set out to shine people’s shoes or perform for the tourist crowd. At day’s end, it’s time to plan the game, where Givo will bounce, Carlos will kick, and Jose will fly! But when Jose falls on his wrist, will the team finally break the rules and let a girl show her stuff? Set in a country whose resilient soccer stars are often shaped by poverty, this uplifting tale of transcending the expected scores a big win for all." -- publisher

Sofi paints her dreams / Sofi pinta sus sueños

2019

by Raquel M. Ortiz and Roberta Collier-Morales

After a bad school day, Sofi is transported from a New York City community garden to the Dominican Republic and Haiti, and helps composer Juan Luis and artist Guerlande.

Sofia Valdez, future prez

2019

by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts

When her abuelo is injured at the local landfill, second-grader Sofia is determined to transform the dangerous Mount Trashmore into a park, taking on City Hall in the process.

Some days

2019

by Karen Kaufman Orloff and Ziyue Chen

Illustrations and easy-to-read, rhyming text follow a brother and sister as they experience different emotions depending on the kind of day they are having