Will you be an astronaut? Farmer? An Artist? A Nurse? No matter where your dreams take you, your own unique flair will get you there. Keep pushing…..It could be you! >>> On the last pages, there are instructions on how to use this book to develop positive mindsetting.
By Marta Pantaleo, Translated by Debbie Bibo ( Eerdmans Books for Young Readers – 2025 )
Music is a bridge that unites us. It might comfort you or make you cry. There are sounds to help us find our way, our courage, our hope. No matter where you live, music is all around – can you hear it? >>> The book was originally written in Italian.
By Antonie Schneider, Illustrated by Susanne Strasser ( Holiday House – 2015 )
Miss Grimm is not pleased. Her new neighbor, Mr. Happy, has just moved in next door. He greets the sun each day. He works tirelessly in his garden. He even whistles to the birds. So much for peace and quiet! From her gloomy side of the fence, Miss Grimm knows one thing for certain : she does not want anything to do with Mr. Happy. But Mr. Happy knows something too : give kindness and patience, anything can grow – even a friendship with lonely Miss Grimm. >>> The original version of this book was published in Germany in 2013.
What is a machine? Why do we use machines? How do machines work? Did you know that when you scoop ice cream, you are using a machine? Did you know that when you ride a bike, you are using a machine? Did you know that when you climb stairs, you are using a machine. There are many machines in this book making work easier for kids just like you! >>> The glossary is on the last page.
Against a backdrop of a changed environment, an Elder leads a child along the waterways, sharing her People’s knowledge and gathering community along the way. Together they roam the river, collect vines and rushes, soak and split, knot and loop, tell stories, learn, grow, unite. This uplifting and inspiring picture book uses the practice of weaving as a powerful metaphor for the honoring and teaching of First Nations wisdom and the coming together of all people to survive, thrive, and create a more hopeful future. >>> Kirli Saunders is an Indigenous people in southeastern Australia. >>>> Freya Blackwood’s books in the SHI Collection.
環境の変化を背景に、老人が子どもと共に川沿いを散策しながら多くの人々の知恵や人々が集まる共同体を共有してゆく。みんなで川を一緒に歩きながら、つる草等を集め、水に溶解して繊維質をはぎ取り、結んだり輪にしたり、話をしながら、学び、成長し、互いに連帯を強めてゆく。この気持ちを高め想像を活発化してくれる絵本は、先住民の知恵とすべての人が生存と繁栄と輝かしい未来を得るための連帯感を具体化するために、織物を制作する過程に例えている。>>> Kirli Saundersは、南東オーストラリアに住む先住民である。>>>> SHI コレクションにあるFreya Blackwood の作品。
Miss Irwin is a luminous and heartwarming story about the importance of capturing the light of precious memories before all is forgotten. With gentleness and compassion, it portrays a close relationship between a grandmother and her grandson. Memory loss changes the lives of everyone it touches. This picture book is a multigenerational story about this relatable experience and the treasure of remembrance. >>> Allen Say’s book in the SHI collection.
“Irwin 先生”とタイトルしたこの絵本は、特別な瞬間が輝きを失ってしまう前の大切さを語る明るい心温まる話である。優しさと思いやりで、祖母と孫息子との繋がりを描き出している。記憶喪失は、全ての体験者の人生を変えてしまう。この絵本は、この共感できる経験と思い出の大切さを世代を超えて伝えてくれる。>>>SHIコレクションにある Allen Say の作品。
Room 107 has a cockatiel. Room 108 has a chinchilla. Even the Art Room has a bearded dragon. But in Room 109, Arlo’s classroom, there is a plant. A mostly green, hardly growing, never moving plant. Even though it doesn’t squeak, whistle, or whimper, Arlo’s teacher says the plant is “more than enough excitement for us.” But what could possibly be exciting about a plant? >>> On the last pages, some tips to raise a plant of your own. >>>> Liz Garton Scanlon’s books in the SHI collection.
107号室にはオカメインコいる。108号室にはチンチラがいる。アート教室でさえフトアゴヒゲトカゲがいる。でも、109号室、つまりArloのクラスルームは、植物なのだ。それはほとんど緑色で、成長が遅く、動かない植物なのだ。さらには話もせず、囁きもせず、泣き叫ぶこともしない。Arloのクラスの先生曰く「植物は私達みんなに多いなる楽しみを与えてくれるよ。」でも、どうして植物が楽しくなることなどあるのだろうか?>>>巻末に、自分の植物の育て方のヒントがある。>>>> SHI コレクションにある Liz Garton Scanlon の作品。
In this empowering picture book, the author explores the many ways that a single voice can make a difference. Each of us, each and every day, have the chance to say something: with our words, with our art, with our music, with our poetry, with our courage or simply with our presence. Perfect for kid activists everywhere, this timely story reminds readers of the undeniable importance and power of their voice. There are so many ways to tell the world who you are… what you are thinking… and what you believe. >>> Peter H. Raynolds’s books in the SHI collection.
自己肯定を促してくれるこの絵本を通して、作者は些細な言葉でも世の中を変える様々な例を紹介している。私達一人一人は、日にちごとに毎日、自己表現の機会を得ている。それは言葉かもしれないし、芸術、音楽、詩、勇気、または参加することかもしれない。どこであれ活動的な子どもにはうってつけの絵本であり、声に出すことの力と大切さを読者に思い起こさせる、まさに今の時代に必要な内容である。自分自身や考えや信念を伝える方法は多様にある。>>>SHIコレクシにあるPeter H. Raynoldsの作品。
Violet longs for the time when her family was connected : before life, distractions, and technology pulled them all away from each other. They used to gather at the table, with food and love, to make memories, share their lives, and revel in time spent together. But now her family has been drifting apart, and with nobody to gather around it, the table grows smaller and smaller. Can Violet remind her family of the warmth of time spent together, and gather around the table once more? Yes, she asks her family to build a table together. >>> Peter H. Raynolds’s books in the SHI collection.
Violetは、彼女の家族が一緒に楽しく過ごす時間を切望した。それは生活や距離やテクノロジーが、家族をバラバラにしてしまった以前にはあった。彼女の家族は食べ物と愛情が溢れるテーブルを囲んで、忘れられない時間を過ごし、互いの生活を語り合い、一緒の時間をおおいに楽しんだ。しかし今では彼女の家族はバラバラで、誰もテーブルの周りに集まらない。テーブルは日ごとに小さくなっていく。果たしてVioletは、家族が一緒に過ごした楽しい時間を思い出させて、もう一度テーブルの周りに家族を集めることが出来るだろうか?とうとう彼女は家族揃って一緒にテーブルを作ることを提案した。>>>>SHIコレクションにあるPeter H. Raynoldsの作品。
“ When I look at you, shining bright as the sun, I wish for you this… Be brave little one! Be brave to be you on your journey. Let your heart lead the way… be brave little one” This book honors and celebrates the power of courage in every child. Perfect for cheering someone on, this story affirms how bravery can show up in all different ways!