Family heirlooms are often passed down through generations, carrying stories and memories of our forebears with them. The Magical Wooden Chair by Judy Haveson is a tale about such a family heirloom. Years and years ago, a seemingly simple wooden chair began its journey in...

This Book Is Ridiculous, literally! Have you ever wondered how sometimes things happen that make no sense? Well, that happens over and over again in this colorful interactive picture book by Eric Belmonte. Ed is hungry. Unbeknownst to him, however, he is inside a ridiculous...

The Lightning People Play by Tim Cummings is a young adult novel that mixes elements of magical realism with deeply grounded emotion. Kirby Renton is a 14-year-old boy trying to hold his family together. His younger brother Baxter suffers from intense seizures and begins talking...

The Not-So-Lazy Schwa by Yvette Manns, with vibrant illustrations by Ana K. Blu, is a delightful and educational phonics read-aloud that brings the often-overlooked “schwa” sound to life. Schwa, the main character, starts as a laid-back figure who doesn’t feel like he fits in with...

Grandparents have a special role in children’s lives, before and after death. The Best Bunny: The Adventures of Lil Shen, written by Shenandoah Chefalo and illustrated by Alena Tkach, provides a gentle retrospective exploration of loss and grief. Lil Shen is struggling with the death...

Thank You Pine Street by Cynthia Centerbar is a heartfelt and charming picture book told from the perspective of a young child saying goodbye to a beloved preschool. Written as a thank-you letter to the teachers and staff, the story beautifully captures the many small...

Tandem for Two: A Tale of Twinship by Tami Ullom is a sweet children’s picture book. The story shares the story of two sisters who are identical twins. Taking readers along for the ride, the fun rhyming tale shares a glimpse of what it is...

The Clearing Where We Grow by P L Mendoza is a lyrical fable that follows the evolving connection between Vargr, a solitary wolf, and Nemethea, an ancient tree in a quiet forest clearing. Told through the lens of the four seasons, the story explores themes...

In The Sound of Steelpan, Andrea Coke brings readers into Simon’s world. He’s a lively and curious boy who happens upon a musical journey right in the garage while trying to avoid doing his chores. Bored with tidying the garage, Simon turns an old bucket...

The Sorry Seeds is a children’s picture book written by Tina Shepardson, featuring illustrations by Bong Hyun Shin. It follows Courtney, a young girl who steals apples from her neighbor, Ms. Smith. The delicious apples look tempting, and she takes some without permission. Unfortunately, Ms....