What is better than animals going to a party and learning along the way? With adorable full-page illustrations by Farrukh A. Ahmed, Marcy Pusey’s picture book, The Survival Squad: Friends, Fear, and a Jungle Journey, is a sweet story about friendship and the power of...

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...

The Mystery of Turtle Island by Terre J. Peterson is a children's picture book that follows the adventure of four turtle friends: Terre, Dawn, Lani, and Paton. The group loves to play on the sandy beaches of their cherished home, L'Islet a Caret, Turtle Island....

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...

The Day I Had a Dinosaur is a children’s picture book written by Ashley Wall, with illustrations by Vaughan Duck. The story follows Luke and his dog, Bobo, who enjoy playing in their backyard. One day, while having fun in the sand, a Tyrannosaurus Rex...

Did you know birds play a key role in our planet's ecosystem? They spread pollen and help preserve nature's health. Learn everything you need to know about birds -- from why birds fly to how to feed your backyard birds -- with this delightful and...

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...

Centuries ago, the Japsang, figurines of different creatures placed on the eaves of roofs, were revered by the Korean people as protectors of the palace. However, in recent times, the people did not seem to value the Japsang, so they ventured into something fun—music. At...

“Sometimes to not have is a gift.” That’s what their father shares with his children. In Elena Stowell’s The Knotting Tree, a father shares his reason for keeping the old tree. He will not cut it down because there is a family history of a...

The Boy Who Couldn't Fly by Walker Peacock, Psy. D. follows the adventures of a young prince who lives in a faraway castle. The young prince is excited for his tenth birthday, as this is the day his parents, the king and queen, promised him...