Colorful Dreamer

Colorful Dreamer
Author: Marjorie Blain Parker
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-11-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101647930

An inspiring portrait of one of the world's most loved artists There was once a boy named Henri, whose dreams were full of color even though his hometown was dreary and gray. His parents expected him to learn a trade when he grew up, but being a law clerk bored him, and he continued to dream of a colorful, exciting life, and of being noticed. Then Henri started painting . . . and kept painting and dreaming and working at his craft until he'd become one of the most admired and famous artists in the world. This lyrical, visually rich picture book is more than an excellent biography; at its core, this remarkable book is an encouragement to never give up on your dreams.

Happy Dreamer

Happy Dreamer
Author: Peter H. Reynolds
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 44
Release: 2017-09-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338254359

New York Times–bestselling author of The Dot: An inspiring picture book that “celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the joys of being a dreamer” (Publishers Weekly). While the world tells us to sit still, to follow the rules, and to color inside the lines, Happy Dreamer celebrates all those moments in between when the mind and spirit soar and we are free to become our own true dreamer maximus. In Peter Reynolds’ signature voice and style, this empowering picture book reminds children (of any age) of how much their dreams matter, and while life will have ups and downs, he enlists readers to stay true to who they are, to tap into their most creative inner selves, and to never ever forget to dream big! The creativity guru and creator of Be You!, The Word Collector, and other beloved titles inspires readers to find their own unique path to happy, and to always follow their dreams. “Delightful . . . Out-of-the-box thinkers will know they are not alone and all will be inspired to become unique ‘dreamers maximus.’” —School Library Connection

Dream in Color

Dream in Color
Author: Congresswoman Linda Sánchez
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2008-09-02
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0446542776

Often considered Congress's "Odd Couple," these warm and witty stories from Congresswomen Linda and Loretta Sánchez are perfect for all young women looking to create a brighter future for themselves—with a foreword from Nancy Pelosi! By sharing moments from their childhood in Southern California, Linda and Loretta pass on the values and traditions they learned from their parents—immigrants from Mexico who, despite not having graduated high school themselves, made sure all seven of their children went on to graduate from college—that enabled them to conquer challenges and make history in Congress. Speaking frankly about their professional highs and lows, successes, and the scandals that constituted their distinguished careers, the Sánchez sisters are a testament to us all that the key to realizing your dreams is, above all else, always being true to yourself.

Dreamers

Dreamers
Author: Yuyi Morales
Publisher: Holiday House
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2018-09-04
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0823441253

We are resilience. We are hope. We are dreamers. Yuyi Morales brought her hopes, her passion, her strength, and her stories with her, when she came to the United States in 1994 with her infant son. She left behind nearly everything she owned, but she didn't come empty-handed. From the author-illustrator of Bright Star, Dreamers is a celebration of making your home with the things you always carry: your resilience, your dreams, your hopes and history. It's the story of finding your way in a new place, of navigating an unfamiliar world and finding the best parts of it. In dark times, it's a promise that you can make better tomorrows. This lovingly-illustrated picture book memoir looks at the myriad gifts migrantes bring with them when they leave their homes. It's a story about family. And it's a story to remind us that we are all dreamers, bringing our own strengths wherever we roam. Beautiful and powerful at any time but given particular urgency as the status of our own Dreamers becomes uncertain, this is a story that is both topical and timeless. The lyrical text is complemented by sumptuously detailed illustrations, rich in symbolism. Also included are a brief autobiographical essay about Yuyi's own experience, a list of books that inspired her (and still do), and a description of the beautiful images, textures, and mementos she used to create this book. A parallel Spanish-language edition, Soñadores, is also available. Winner of the Pura Belpré Illustrator Award! A New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Book A New York Times Bestseller Recipient of the Flora Stieglitz Strauss Award A 2019 Boston Globe - Horn Book Honor Recipient An Anna Dewdney Read Together Honor Book Named a Best Book of 2018 by Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Shelf Awareness, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Chicago Tribune, Salon.com-- and many more! A Junior Library Guild selection A Eureka! Nonfiction Honoree A Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books Blue Ribbon title A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year A CLA Notable Children's Book in Language Arts Selected for the CBC Champions of Change Showcase

Little Happy Dreamer

Little Happy Dreamer
Author: Peter H. Reynolds
Publisher: Cartwheel Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781338625806

"An inspirational celebration of little dreamers who dream big, from bestselling creator Peter H. Reynolds!"--

Dreamer from the Village

Dreamer from the Village
Author: Michelle Markel
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2005-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780805063738

Chronicles the life of Marc Chagall, a celebrated twentieth-century artist who was born in Russia.

Someone Builds the Dream

Someone Builds the Dream
Author: Lisa Wheeler
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2021-03-23
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1984814346

Buildings, bridges, and books don't exist without the workers who are often invisible in the final product, as this joyous and profound picture book reveals from acclaimed author of The Christmas Boot Lisa Wheeler and New York Times bestselling illustrator of Love Loren Long All across this great big world, jobs are getting done by many hands in many lands. It takes much more than ONE. Gorgeously written and illustrated, this is an eye-opening exploration of the many types of work that go into building our world--from the making of a bridge to a wind farm, an amusement park, and even the very picture book that you are reading. An architect may dream up the plans for a house, but someone has to actually work the saws and pound the nails. This book is a thank-you to the skilled women and men who work tirelessly to see our dreams brought to life.

Sleep, Tiny Dreamer

Sleep, Tiny Dreamer
Author: Shanita Allen
Publisher: Let's Go Dreaming
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2019-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781733373937

"Sleep, Tiny Dreamer. Where will you go tonight? Will you swim across the ocean or will you take a flight?"This bedtime story poses the question of where will your little one go in their dreams and encourages them to think of all of the endless possibilities.Sleep, Tiny Dreamer is a story full of hope and innocence¿inspiring young minds to dream big.

ALSC's Popular Picks for Young Readers

ALSC's Popular Picks for Young Readers
Author: Diane Foote
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2014-03-13
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838936075

Featuring contributions by active librarians from around the country, this guide offers a goldmine of quality books for children, spotlighting more than 500 titles published within the last four years.

The Not-So-Pretty Pixies

The Not-So-Pretty Pixies
Author: Holly Anna
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2017-10-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481498886

Includes an excerpt from The ice castle.