With warmth, wonder, and heart, MarlaGran by Maria Lentzou invites young readers on a journey to discover their creative side. Told in English and Spanish, the story introduces readers to a brave young girl named MarlaGran, who leaves her home to find out what it...

My Rainy Day by Athena Grace is a children’s picture book that follows a child’s experience of waking up and realizing they’ll be cooped up inside on a rainy day. The child's journey from feeling sad and bored to appreciating the small things that brighten...

“What can trees know about dangers outside?” Illustrated by Summer Morrison, Emily Dangremond’s picture book, Meet the Trees, is both imaginative and educational. The story highlights the experiences of Aspen, Juneberry, and Oak as trees. Being rooted in one place doesn’t mean trees don’t encounter...

Max and the Mighty Hurricane by Chrissy Hobbs and Ben Jackson is a relevant children's story that conveys a vital message. The story addresses very real fears that a child might have about facing an approaching natural disaster. The main character, Max, is scared! He...

Maya's Math Adventures: Exploring the World Through Numbers by Areeb Hirani is a fun kids’ picture book that makes learning simple. Maya loves math, and she’s amazed to discover that it’s not just something she’s learning at school – it’s everywhere. Through her daily life,...

Going to school can be daunting for youngsters because they face new situations in a different environment. However, this is the beginning of a learning path where they can make new friends. C.M. Harris shows them the advantages of going to school. She describes the...

Mirabelle and the Sea Green Bathtub: Journey to the Coral Reef by Suzanne Elizabeth Murphy is an imaginative story about a young girl who loves the water, particularly the ocean. Mirabelle fancies herself as a mermaid but doesn’t live near the sea. She spends a...

In Money Moves A Nation: A Civil Rights Lesson for Children by Hazell Thomas, Jonah doesn’t want to go on a family trip to Mississippi. He would rather stay at home playing video games with his friends. Despite encouragement from his dad about the things...

Moose on a Mission is a children's adventure picture book written by Teri Weber, with illustrations by Brenda Harris. The story follows Moose, a C-17 cargo jet that transports heavy loads and embarks on special missions. One day, while on a mission, Moose gives a...

Magpoo the Magpie is a delightful children’s picture book written and illustrated by Soni Laugesen. It tells the story of Magpoo, a magpie from Australia who loves to sing loudly and joyfully. He sings exuberantly, regardless of what others think, often annoying them and becoming...