In her children’s picture book, The Very Best You, author and illustrator Angela Panayotopulos offers encouragement to “young warriors of rare diseases and abilities.” Her messages include the recognition that everyone is unique, that some need special tools to flourish, that there are loving people...

Aila is a young girl who is facing separation from her dad during a military deployment. The Dada Doll by Nina Rohrig follows her journey. Before his departure, Aila’s dad gives her a special doll to hold onto and hug tightly when she misses him....

Riley loved unicorns like many kids her age. Her love for unicorns was evident in the numerous toys and unicorn posters in her room. Riley ate unicorn cupcakes and even had unicorn underwear. Of all the people who love unicorns, Riley was special because the...

Two doggies were relaxing in the living room when a paper plane flew into the room through an open window. One word was written on the paper plane: “HELP!” The dogs immediately leaped out of the windows and, in a flash, transformed into Captain Troublemaker...

The Girl Who Makes a Million Mistakes: Dance Practice by Brenda Li is a children’s picture book about a high-spirited girl named Millie who rose to the occasion. When Miss Julianna announces that the class has an exciting dance recital coming up, Millie is absolutely...

The Polar Bear From Nowhere by Shelby Willis is a gloriously imaginative children's picture book that sweeps young readers into a world of moonlit wonder and pure, joyful silliness. On a star-speckled night, a great big polar bear with eyes that twinkle with curiosity hops aboard...

This Book is Even More Ridiculous, written and illustrated by Eric Belmonte, is a story about Ed, depicted as the letter i with legs and a head. A drawing that any child could do. All the characters in this book are drawn with such charm...

What could be more fun than kittens? Kittens, home alone! The Adventures of Chibi and Yoshi by Kristi Shimada, with illustrations by Eko Setiawan, is a delightful picture book that will appeal to kids, and indeed to all cat lovers. It tells the story of...

Taco the Goofy Dog Loves Shoes: A Tail-Wagging, Shoe-Chasing Adventure! by Lil Rustle is a fun read for kids. Taco is always on the go. When he gets the chance to grab a shoe, he gets the playful zoomies, racing all over the house with...

The Day I Had a Spaceship by Ashley Wall is a vibrant and imaginative picture book that sends young readers on an unforgettable space adventure. One afternoon after school, Luke and his friend notice Luke’s dog acting unusually excited, so they follow him, only to...