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Did you know that Dr. Seuss was rejected by over 20 publishers before his first book was published?

Persistence can lead to extraordinary outcomes.

-Kabir & Sue
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Monthly Bucket - August
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​📚 Books

​ABC Bunny​
By Wanga Gag
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An unfortunate accident with an Apple drives Bunny from Bunnyland to Elsewhere. Every letter in the alphabet is represented in Bunny's journey through what he eats to whom he meets.
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​Bedtime Bonnet​
By Nancy Redd (Illustrated by Nneka Myers)
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This joyous and loving celebration of family is the first-ever picture book to highlight Black nighttime hair traditions--and is perfect for every little girl who knows what it's like to lose her bonnet just before bedtime.
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​Thread of Love​
By Kabir Sehgal, Surishtha Sehgal (Illustrated by Zara Gonzalez)
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Time for the Indian festival of Raksha Bandhan (August 9), the celebration of the special lifelong relationship shared by brothers & sisters everywhere (& cousins, too!). Join sisters as they lovingly make rakhi -- thread bracelets adorned with beads, sequins, sparkles, and tassels -- for their brother. See their brother present them with toys & sweets.
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Set to the tune of Frère Jacques (Are You Sleeping), will have little ones singing along while they learn about Indian culture.
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Check this finger puppet video!

✨Feature

​Leenie’s Library - Innovative digital library of picture book musicals brings stories to life through vibrant animation and orchestrated songs. Inspired by Eileen Sherman’s own childhood love of reading and Broadway soundtracks, project blends storytelling, music, and visuals to make learning natural and fun. Each "picture book musical" supports kids in building literacy and vocabulary by engaging with text, rhythm, and imagery.

🎵 Music

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​Remember Gulmarg​
​By Surishtha Sehgal
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​Drift to sleep with a soothing narrated journey through Gulmarg, a breathtaking Himalayan hill station. Through vivid storytelling, Sue shares cherished childhood memories of this enchanting place, bringing its beauty and nostalgia to life.

🍦 Extras
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​How to make motichoor ladoo - Sue's secret recipe for this extra dessert.
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📅 Calendar​
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August 9 - Raksha Bandhan
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October 20 - Diwali​
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📷 Photo

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📖 Readings​
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