“Clever and sly./ I do sneak by./ All while you sleep./ I won’t make a peep.” Do you know some or all of the animals that survive in the desert? In Jesica Nkouaga’s Down in the Desert, there are many unique and fascinating animals and...

Delight in Your Hue: The Creator Painted You by Bree Burks is, as its title suggests, a delightful and entertaining lesson in the beauty of diversity, chock full of positive messages for young readers and the adults who encourage them. Bo, a blue fish, has...

Dread in the Dark is a book in the Little Fears Series by Tuula Pere. Many things have changed since Elliot's baby sister's arrival. Many relatives have visited and gushed over her, and Elliot has been moved to a bedroom further away from his parents'...

Young people are forever seeking reassurance that they are noticed and that they haven’t been forgotten or left behind. In Tuula Pere’s Do You See Me in Nature? a young boy feels nervous on a family walk through the forest. He persistently asks questions about...

Traveling can be fun, but it can also be a little scary, especially for the younger ones in the family. In Tuula Pere's Do You See Me When We Travel? a little boy voices his insecurities on a family road trip. From the standard, much-loved...

Do-It-Yourself Dollhouse by Shannon Anderson is a charming tale centered on two young girls, Charley and Lucy, whose differing experiences with dollhouses inspire a journey into creativity and friendship. Charley starts with a beautiful, store-bought dollhouse that soon loses its charm. In contrast, Lucy constructs...

David Farkas’s Don’t Make Noise Lose with Poise is a delightful and meaningful picture book that gently introduces young readers to the importance of handling setbacks gracefully. This engaging installment in the “A Child’s Guide Series” offers a lighthearted yet impactful lesson on resilience, sportsmanship,...

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...

Dear Girl, I Hope You Know by Emma Meyer is an important book for young girls who need encouragement to find confidence in their own values and the courage to stand up for who they are. The book tells six stories to highlight the importance...

Donnie the Dancing Donkey is a delightful children’s picture book written by Jackie Cano and illustrated by Amalia Amelios. The story follows Donnie, a young donkey who dreams of dancing like his idol, Prancer. However, his classmates often tease him, telling him he is not...