Daisy is Shy, and That’s Okay by Lindsay DeRollo is a picture book dedicated to those who are quiet and shy. It tells the story of Daisy, a polar bear who is very quiet and shy. She has a best friend, Penelope, who is extroverted...

Chico, by Cheryl Spears Waugh, is a story told in the first person from the standpoint of a young calf by that name. The book opens with Chico in trouble because he is an orphan. But he finds a home and becomes good friends with...

Kona and the Lumpy Bumps by Carly Major is a heartwarming children's book that gently addresses the challenges of sensory sensitivities and anxieties. Through the story of Kona, a playful Pitbull with an unusual obsession for having his blanket perfectly smooth, young readers are introduced...

I’m Different, So What?! by ID Simpson is an engaging and uplifting book that encourages readers, particularly young ones, to embrace their individuality and celebrate what makes them unique. The book delivers a positive message about self-acceptance and confidence through simple but meaningful affirmations. The...

Ouch! More Than a Word is a children’s picture book written by Katherine Lockwood with illustrations by Evgeniya Erokhina. It tells the story of Harrison, a chipmunk with Moebius syndrome, a craniofacial difference that affects the movement of his face. When Harrison tells his schoolmate...

What do you get if you combine an old folk song from 1870 with superb illustrations? This combination gives you the wonderful children’s picture book Over in the Meadow by Chandler Strange. This song continues to serve the same two purposes for which it was...

Mealtime at the Zoo by James Williamson is a lovely children’s book with adorable and colorful illustrations by Ayesha Masood. James, the quirky monkey butler, serves peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and much more to an eclectic array of zoo animals. The pictures are delightful...

The Healer Cat by Tuula Pere, illustrated by Klaudia Bezak, is an adventurous children's book that follows Celesse, a healer cat known for her gentle demeanor and magical abilities. One snowy night, her tranquil life is interrupted when a frantic mother hare arrives seeking help....

If you think flies are disgusting, you’re not alone! Flies are a nuisance at picnics, they buzz in your face, and their larvae might be the worst thing about them. But Flyboy doesn’t see himself as a pest. Instead of focusing on the bad reputation...

The Halloween Hedgehog by Ian Humpheryes is part of the Tales from the Bluebell Woods series. It's nearly Halloween, and all the animals in Bluebell Woods are preparing for the festivities. The Little Hedgehog is ready to help his neighbors and friends enjoy the...