2024 NC Children's Book Award: Picture Book Nominees

 

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1. Chester van Chime who forgot how to rhyme

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Author:
Monsen, Avery
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"Rhyming has always come easily to Chester van Chime. But one day he loses his gift and struggles to find the right words."--

2. Clovis keeps his cool

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Author:
Aronson, Katelyn
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Clovis used to struggle with his temper, but ever since he took over his late grandmother's china shop, he's been learning how to manage it. He pours tea, listens to soothing music, and always keeps Granny's words in mind: "Grace, grace, nothing broken to replace." But when rivals from his football days come to heckle him at the shop, Clovis faces a big challenge that even Granny's words and deep breaths might not be enough for.

3. Dandelion magic: go ahead, make your wish!

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Author:
Farrell, Darren
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With the help of a magic dandelion, Jonah heads off on a grand pirate adventure, but he will need the reader's assistance to navigate choppy waters and defeat ferocious monsters.

4. I am every good thing

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Author:
Barnes, Derrick
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Illustrations and easy-to-read text pay homage to the strength, character, and worth of a child.

5. What can you do with a rock?

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Author:
Miller, Pat Zietlow
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With all the endless, creative fun a child can have with a rock, the best thing one can do with one is to share it with a friend. Includes facts about rocks and rock collecting.