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THE SCOOP — Gilbert is making valentines for everyone in his class, but doesn’t quite feel like writing something nice to the classmates who have teased him. He decides to make some not-so-nice valentines and sign someone else’s name! Everyone’s feelings are hurt, but nothing a little apology poem can’t help fix! This silly, sweet book is all about how to have a change of heart on Valentine’s Day!

STORYTIME EXTENSION- Make your own Valentines rhymes! Early literacy can be so much fun with some silly rhymes! Remember, they don’t have to make sense ?

THE SCOOP — Cute pictures AND food puns? What more could you want in a Valentine’s Day book! With Lois Elhert’s class and beautiful illustrations, this is a sweet book for the littlest heart to enjoy.

STORYTIME EXTENSION — The possibilities for your own food-themed Valentine are endless! Our hearts beat for these pizzas and Olive You Valentines.

AGES — 0 to 2 years

THE SCOOP — Sometimes we need a little extra x’s and o’s for Valentine’s Day, and the Grouchy Ladybug gets some love! With all of Eric Carle’s classic characters, this short, sweet book is perfect for spreading love any day of the year.

STORYTIME EXTENSION — GET ACTIVE! This book will have kids and grown-ups jumping, hugging, strutting, and moving! Prompt your child to complete the actions as the story progresses.