Learn a thing or two about how investments work with this heartwarming tale about family. Sweet Sneakers by Chris Bridges is a children's picture book that follows two young siblings named Isaiah and Zara. When the siblings receive a package full of photographs from Nana,...

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...

“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...

The Traveling Tales of Nacho and Lola: Dia De Los Muertos Celebration is a delightful children’s story by Terrilyn M. Trejo. Nacho and Lola are going on an exciting trip with Tata Trejo to visit his friend to celebrate the Hispanic holiday, Dia de los...

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...

Hello, Australia! by Ekaterina Otiko is a delightful picture book that takes young readers on a vibrant journey across Australia’s iconic landscapes and cultural treasures. Perfect for children aged 4-8, the story follows spirited sisters Sophie and Stephie as they embark on a unique challenge:...

If only life were simple and safe. For Mardella, life with her parents is anything but safe. In Valerie Biel’s Haven, Mardella and her mother have to escape with the few items they can pack quickly to start a new life in a small town...

“A line is a dot that went for a walk.” I love this quote from Paul Klee, artist extraordinaire. It’s obvious that author Valerie Downs loves this quote too as it’s the foundation for a delightful children’s story, What Paul Made. When young Paul goes...

In Andrew Learns About Chefs by Tiffany Obeng, Andrew is invited to a kids' cooking class, hosted by Amber. Chef Amber is very positive and already refers to the young participants as chefs, which Andrew finds odd. Andrew wants to know what a chef is...

The birch tree is the center of life and has stood faithfully near the house from year to year. In January, it has to brave the cold with bare branches as all its leaves are shed during the autumn. In February things get better, and...