Ava’s Fabulous Hair Journey by D. M. Tyson is a vibrant, uplifting picture book that celebrates natural Black hair and the importance of self-love, cultural pride, and family. Written for young readers, the story follows Ava, a confident and curious little girl, as she explores...

Asher’s Christmas Adventure by Cindy J. Vanous highlights the magic of Christmas time. Delightful illustrations by Hatice Bayramoglu evoke a cheery and charming vintage holiday season. Asher is the beloved dog of a young girl named Karen Sue. One festive Christmas Eve, Karen Sue and...

A Giant Thank You by Mary George is a picture book that celebrates the power of gratitude and the joy it brings to both the giver and receiver. Illustrated by Remesh Ram, the book is visually engaging, with vibrant and playful vector artwork that complements...

All Kinds of Families by David ZM Allison is an educational storybook to teach kids about the different ways a family can look. Max was adopted from China by an American family, and George has two moms. Amy is in a foster home, while Jackson...

In Are YOU a Princess? by Heidi Zhang, we are introduced to a little girl named Sophie who wants to dress up like her friends at school, but cannot due to financial issues. Sophie was upset about this, but she understood. Then she decided to...

Did you know that Diwali is also known as the Festival of Lights? It's celebrated the world over by people of South Asian ancestry and signifies the victory of light over darkness. Learn a few interesting facts about Diwali and its origins with this colorful...

Albert Einswine is One Smart Pig is a children’s picture book written by Heather Bradley, with illustrations by Paul Schultz. The story follows Albert Einswine, a clever pig who takes on a leadership role when the farm owner, Farmer Harold, is taken away by ambulance....

A Kid’s Guide to Climate Activism by Kimberly Haidinger educates young readers on the causes and consequences of climate change and empowers them to take actionable steps toward environmental responsibility. It explains how human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and overconsumption contribute to greenhouse...

Are You Bored? is a joyful, clever, and beautifully illustrated book that I wholeheartedly recommend to parents, grandparents, and educators alike. If I were teaching younger children (mine are senior high school students), it would find a place of honor in my classroom library. In...

In Adam and Ava Visit a Special House, Ava noticed that her brother Adam was sad one day. Upon asking him why, she finds out that her brother’s friend Danny is ill. Ava decides to ask their mom and dad if they can visit Adam’s...