May 2020 Books

It’s Gifts from the Garden Month! Learn about the world of gardening with these books …


The Little Gardener by Jan Gerardi

What does it take to plant a successful garden? It takes a little hard work, some care and a lot of patience. Accompanied by sweet illustrations, this book is a great intro to gardening.


Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt by Kate Messner, illustrated by Christopher Silas Neal

What plants grow in a garden? What kinds of animals live above the ground, and in the dirt? How do they help the special ecosystem that a garden needs to grow? This fun book explores what goes on in the garden and what we can see above ground and underground!

Grow: A Family Guide to Growing Fruits and Vegetables by Ben Raskin

Learn everything about growing your own garden of fruits and vegetables in this informative book. Filled with garden-themed games and activities, this book will inspire a green thumb!

May 20th is Water a Flower Day! Celebrate this blooming holiday with these books …


Trees, Leaves, Flowers and Seeds: A Visual Encyclopedia of the Plant Kingdom by DK

Dive into the fascinating world of plants, flowers, and trees! This encyclopedia is sure to excite with fun facts, photographs and fascinating info on everything flora.

Mrs. Peanuckle’s Flower Alphabet by Mrs. Peanuckle, illustrated by Jessie Ford

Explore the wonderful world of flowers with this whimsical encyclopedia. Packed with fun facts and illustrations, this book is a great way to practice ABCs while also learning about flowers.


I Can Grow a Flower by DK

This delightful book teaches you the exact steps on how to grow your own flower! In sixteen pages, children will learn how to plant a seed, water and take care of their flower. A great way to celebrate this holiday.

May 10th is Mother’s Day! Celebrate Mom with these books …


My Mom is Magical! by Sabrina Moyle, illustrated by Eunice Moyle

What makes moms so amazing? A silly and sweet tribute to mothers everywhere, with colorful illustrations.


And That’s Why She’s My Mama by Tiarra Nazario

What makes a mama a mama? Mamas come in all different shapes, sizes, colors, and ages. Some hold you in their belly and some don’t. Mamas become mamas in all different ways. A great story to read on Mother’s Day

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day Indigenous Peoples' Day — while not a federal holiday — is recognized on the second Monday in October by many cities and states in the United States, including the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County and California. The day...

Celebrating Filipino American History Month

Celebrating Filipino American History Month

Celebrating Filipino American History Month Each year, the United States recognizes Filipino American History during the month of October. As the second-largest Asian American group in the country and the third-largest ethnic group in California, Filipino Americans...

For This New Mom, a Doula was the Key to Joyous Childbirth

For This New Mom, a Doula was the Key to Joyous Childbirth

For This New Mom, a Doula was the Key to Joyous Childbirth When Terika Hameth found out she was pregnant last year, her initial joy was soon overwhelmed by anxiety. “I thought, ‘What if I die?’” she said. Her fear was not misplaced. Black women in Los Angeles County...

Black Breastfeeding Week is August 25-31!

Black Breastfeeding Week is August 25-31!

Black Breastfeeding Week is August 25-31! When it comes to breastfeeding, racial equity is an issue. According to the Centers for Disease Control, fewer than 60% of Black mothers have ever breastfed compared to 75% of white mothers. Breastfeeding builds immunities, is...

Celebrating Juneteenth: Freedom Day

Celebrating Juneteenth: Freedom Day

Celebrating Juneteenth: Freedom Day While Americans traditionally celebrate July 4th as the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence which declared the original colonies to be free from British rule, the reality of the matter is that not everyone...

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