In Sherry Ellis’ Bubba and Squirt’s Legend of the Lost Pearls, readers are taken on a ride through time and into an adventure filled with mythology, family bonds, and high-stakes challenges. Bubba and Squirt are two courageous siblings who dive headfirst into another perilous task;...

Nite Nite, Piggies by Jane E. Ruth is a short bedtime children's story about a father, daughter, and a host of little piggies preparing to go to bed. Like clever young children, these piggies come up with amusingly creative ways of delaying bedtime. Whether it's...

All you need is to believe in yourself. That was the important lesson that Rudy had to learn. In K.A. Mulenga’s Rudy, the Reindeer Who Could Not Fly, Rudy is frustrated and saddened by the fact that he couldn’t fly. Try as he did, run...

Norbu's Secret by Dana Klisanin is a children’s fantasy that raises awareness about the importance of protecting our planet and the natural environment. The narrative follows Lexa and her friends as they confront a crime syndicate intent on destroying natural habitats to make way for...

Mom's Many Hats is a children’s picture book written by Karlie Burnham, with illustrations by Andrea Stevenson. It highlights and celebrates the various roles that mothers play in their children’s lives. The story is narrated by a child who observes their mother tirelessly working for...

I Know Love by Ashley Osborne is a beautifully crafted children’s book that explores the profound nature of love by presenting it as much more than an emotion. Through the adventures of three friends, the story reveals the many sides of love, showing it as...

“With grown-ups close, we laugh and play,/ Keeping us safe in every way.” Sometimes all we want to do is play and have fun. But there are times when we must place safety first. In Dave W Ball’s Hiccup’s Safe Splash Spectacular (I love the...

Dolly's Doodle Dreams: An Interactive Tale of Perseverance and Mindset by Melissa Eastin, with enchanting illustrations by Lana Lee, is a heartwarming children’s book that inspires young readers to embrace challenges confidently and positively. This delightful story, written in verse, is perfect for kids aged...

During the closing of the school for the summer holiday, the principal announces that when school resumes, a band will be formed. This not only makes Florenda and her classmates very happy but also gives them something to look forward to. Florenda shares the news...

Addressing young children's challenging behaviors can be trying for adults. In How to Cure a Mine Monster, Brittany Plumeri has combined a fun story with an interrupting chant that kids can use to reverse direction. Kids are invited to help Noah, the scientist, perfect his...