Illustration of child handing another child a flower in a meadow.
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E. B. Goodale, Detail of illustration for Here and Now by Julia Denos (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt). © 2009 E. B. Goodale.

Little Books, Big Feelings

March 11 - July 18, 2021
Reading Library

Feelings are powerful, mysterious forces. Though we sense them deeply, they can be hard to define. The picture books in this exhibition explore a range of complex emotions. Happiness, grouchiness, grief, anger, and love are just a few of the feelings young visitors and caregivers can learn about. Whether celebrating good times or navigating tougher times, the stories in this show inspire strength and care in readers of all ages. 

What to Expect

This book exhibition features 62 recent titles exploring a range of complex emotions: happiness, grouchiness, grief, anger, and love are just a few of the feelings young visitors and caregivers can learn about. The exhibition is divided into three thematic sections: Exploring Emotions, Tough Times, and Taking Care. Books are rotated and arranged along the walls of the reading library for visitors to explore, read, and discuss.

 

Installation image showing books on shelf.
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Assortment of picture books
Event

Little Books, Big Feelings: Picture Books and Social Emotional Learning (2 sessions)

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In this two-part workshop we will consider how we can use picture books to support social emotional learning.
Visit the shop

In the Bookshop

Cover image for Jabari Jumps shows a child standing on the edge of a pool diving board looking down.

Jabari Jumps

A child's sleeping face is nestled in the cozy fur of parka's pouch.

In My Anaana's Amautik

A small child in striped pajamas tightly hugs a bunny with eyes closed.

The Rabbit Listened

A girl looks up toward the sky with arms spread, surrounded by white flowers.

My Heart Fills with Happiness

A child in a red sweatshirt holds their father's hand while also holding dandelions, while walking through a black and white city.

Sidewalk Flowers

A child looks out a window where hearts are hanging on the glass and plants and a cat sit on the windowsill beside her.

Outside, Inside