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Picture Books


The Gold Leaf by Kristen Hall - 9/10
A skillful modern allegory about the appreciating beauty instead of trying to possess it. Told with a cast of animal characters (not...


Have You Seen My Invisible Dinosaur? by Helen Yoon - 10/10
A charming story about a young girl searching for her imaginary friend who has wandered off. The story is simple but super cute (as are...


The Cats in Krasinski Square by Karen Hesse - 9/10
This book provides a glimpse into the difficult history of the Holocaust by bringing to life a true story of how cats were used to enable...


The Owl Who Dared by Stephanie Stansbie - 9/10
In this cute story about an owl learning to fly, readers are encouraged to keep trying even when it's hard. This book situates an...


The Feather by Margaret Wild - 7/10
A fable about finding beauty in the midst of struggle and darkness, and the importance of sharing the good rather than hoarding or hiding...


When the Stars Come Home by Brittany Luby - 10/10
A story about how art and history can help us find meaning and belonging. When Ojig feels homesick and disconnected after moving, his...


I Am a Meadow Mermaid by Kallie George - 9/10
A charming depiction of imaginative play and friendship. This book takes a common interest of young girls (mermaids) and develops it in a...


Night Job by Karen Hesse - 9/10
This touching slice-of-life book provides a glimpse of the beautiful bond between father and son. We are invited to join the young boy as...


First Night of Howlergarten by Benson Shum - 9/10
A cute yet poignant tale about a young girl discovering her inherent self-worth. Sophie is nervous for her first day at howlergarten...


Immigrant Architect: Rafael Gustavino and the American Dream by Berta de Miguel and Kent DieBolt - 9/10
A biography of an architect who immigrated from Spain to New York and patented a remarkable technique which came to shape many of the...


In a Small Kingdom by Tomie dePaola - 7/10
An original fable about the strength of community and the magic we create when we work together. When the young new prince's magical robe...


Eyes That Speak to the Stars by Joanne Ho - 10/10
This poetic book invites readers to reflect on the importance that what makes us unique makes us beautiful and connects us in a special...


Magic by Mirelle Ortega - 10/10
Mirelle shares about her experience growing up on a pineapple farm in Mexico, reflecting on her family, art, and culture through this...


Ning and the Night Spirits by Adriena Fong - 8/10
A fantastical story about a fear-filled young boy whose encounters with the misunderstood spirits of the woods helps him overcome his...


The Artist by Ed Vere - 10/10
A thoughtful presentation of the vocation of an artist, skillfully crafted to appeal to young readers. Vere reflects on the mission of an...


Ocean Meets Sky by The Fan Brothers - 10/10
A beautiful book reflecting on the ability to find beauty in the midst of sadness and the reality that our loved ones are always with us,...
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