Millie and Mina by Kimberly Dana is a children’s picture book about two best friends who come from different cultural and religious backgrounds. Despite their differences, Millie and Mina enjoy many of the same activities, such as charades and backgammon during family night, or playing...

Silly and playful, Mr Twist’s Shopping List is an entertaining picture book written by Andrew Coleman with illustrations by Mark Nino Balita. Mr Twist is doing exactly what the title suggests, making a shopping list. He works diligently on his list while his family goes...

Because I Love Me by Cynthia Tatum Robinson is a children's affirmation book about self-acceptance and individuality. In it, children see their reflection and recognize their unique qualities, such as smile, skin tone, hair texture, and marks like freckles or scars. The book states that...

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...

In Imaginary Heroes by Michael Seidelman, twelve-year-old Matthew’s world is shaped by the challenges of Tourette Syndrome, leaving him isolated and targeted by relentless bullies. He is different and often struggles with loneliness. To escape the painful experience of being alone and bullied, he takes...

The Lightning People Play by Tim Cummings is a young adult novel that mixes elements of magical realism with deeply grounded emotion. Kirby Renton is a 14-year-old boy trying to hold his family together. His younger brother Baxter suffers from intense seizures and begins talking...

If Sin Was Dog Poo by C. S. Johnson, with illustrations by Theo Kings, is a picture book designed to teach children about sin and the transformative power of God’s forgiveness. The auhor uses the metaphor of dog poo to illustrate how unpleasant and inconvenient...

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...

Grandma’s Comfort Quilt by Debbie L. Hepner is a heartwarming picture book that celebrates the special bond between a grandmother and her grandchild through the art of quilting. The story follows a young child who cherishes a handmade quilt lovingly created by Grandma. This quilt...

Cloudy Paws by Mimi Le tells the enchanting story of a baby kitten made of clouds and wind, who longs to hug his best friend, the baby bunny. Unable to touch or hold anything, the kitten embarks on a heartfelt adventure to help others, do...