Asher's Christmas Wish by Cindy J. Vanous is a children's picture book that follows the adventures of an adorable puppy. Although it's a Christmas tale, the story begins in summer, narrated by Mrs. Claus. Deep in the woods, Mrs. Claus' husband, Santa, was playing reindeer...

A Dolphin Lost... A Daughter Found: Learning To Swim With Porpoise by Trisha Simmons is a sweet tale about a dolphin who learns about life and the importance of forging her own path. One day, a wise Fairy Godmother receives an unexpected blessing. On the ocean...

Anabella for Queen Bee by Brianna Jade is a brilliantly written children’s book with many positive lessons. At Honeycomb Elementary School, Mrs. Buzzer announced the day for the Queen Bee games, which would determine who would become the next Queen Bee. This announcement, as well...

A Giant Thank You by Mary George is a picture book that celebrates the power of gratitude and the joy it brings to both the giver and receiver. Illustrated by Remesh Ram, the book is visually engaging, with vibrant and playful vector artwork that complements...

All Kinds of Families by David ZM Allison is an educational storybook to teach kids about the different ways a family can look. Max was adopted from China by an American family, and George has two moms. Amy is in a foster home, while Jackson...

In Are YOU a Princess? by Heidi Zhang, we are introduced to a little girl named Sophie who wants to dress up like her friends at school, but cannot due to financial issues. Sophie was upset about this, but she understood. Then she decided to...

A Kid’s Guide to Climate Activism by Kimberly Haidinger educates young readers on the causes and consequences of climate change and empowers them to take actionable steps toward environmental responsibility. It explains how human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and overconsumption contribute to greenhouse...

Animal Antics ABC: Alphabet Rhyming A to Z by Lisa Ayotte is a delightful cavort through the alphabet that combines rhyme, humor, and photography to make learning letters fun and memorable. Each letter introduces new animals engaging in humorous and often unexpected activities, from aardvarks...

Are You Bored? is a joyful, clever, and beautifully illustrated book that I wholeheartedly recommend to parents, grandparents, and educators alike. If I were teaching younger children (mine are senior high school students), it would find a place of honor in my classroom library. In...

In Adam and Ava Visit a Special House, Ava noticed that her brother Adam was sad one day. Upon asking him why, she finds out that her brother’s friend Danny is ill. Ava decides to ask their mom and dad if they can visit Adam’s...