“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...

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...

Dancing Through Space by author Lydia Lukidis is a biography written for children about Dr. Mae Jemison. The story begins with Mae's interests as a curious young girl. She is fascinated with the stars and loves learning about nature. She also loves to move...

A Kindergarten Story, written by Tammy Donahue and illustrated by Lisa White, is a delightful introduction to school life for young readers, narrated through the experiences of four kindergarteners: Kamden, Skyler, Franklin, and Paisley. The book paints a picture of the joys, challenges, and growth...

What is a Credit Card? is an informative children's book by Kelly Lee. It promotes financial education and financial responsibility and teaches the use of a credit card through colorful illustrations and a relatable narrative. Young Ava becomes curious after watching her father use a...