Frank Carlson Library

Looks at different ways to show kindness, including choosing kind words, giving compliments, and offering help without being asked.

Illustrations and brief text describe all kinds of differences that are "okay," such as "It's Okay to be a different color," "It's Okay to need some help," "It's Okay to be adopted," and "It's Okay to have a Different nose."

Celebrates the love one person has for another, whether they are dancing or strolling, on snowy days and sunny ones, no matter what.

"Todd Parr introduces readers to all the things they can do at school"--

Represents a variety of families, some big and some small, some with only one parent and some with two moms or dads, some quiet and some noisy, but all alike in some ways and special no matter what.

Illustrations and brief text relate how a person might feel when they lose someone they love. "Through the lens of a pet fish who has lost his companion, Todd Parr tells a moving and wholly accessible story about saying goodbye. Touching upon the host of emotions children experience, Todd reminds readers that it's okay not to know all the answers, and that someone will always be there to support them. An invaluable resource for life's toughest moments."...

Whether looking at one's own nose and toes, helping others, or exploring the world, there is always something to love.