Hello, friends! Our book today is Trombone Shorty, an autobiographical picture book written by Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews and illustrated by Bryan Collier, a fun and fascinating tale that celebrates music and the people who love it. “Where Y’at?” That’s how people in New Orleans greet each other, a town as friendly and musical as … Continue reading Trombone Shorty (Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews)
Hello, friends! Our book today is No Hugs For Porcupine by Zoe Waring, a sweet story about a lonely little porcupine making a compassionate friend. All the animals in the forest love to give each other hugs and cuddles - except for porcupine. The others whisper that he is too grumpy and prickly, but wouldn’t … Continue reading No Hugs For Porcupine (Zoe Waring)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Black Girl Magic: A Poem, written by Mahogany L. Browne and illustrated by Jess X. Snow, a moving tribute to struggles, inner strength, and triumphant spirit of black girls and women. These are the rules: Don’t wear red lipstick. Don’t wear high heels. Don’t smile in public. Don’t share … Continue reading Black Girl Magic: A Poem (Mahogany L. Browne & Jess X. Snow)
Hello, friends! Our book today is 1-2-3, You Love Me by Jill Howarth, an adorable counting board book that celebrates the sweetest things in life. As with most counting books, each page features a number and a collection of objects or creatures that represent it. Howarth’s bouncy and cheerful rhymes and colorful, charming illustrations do … Continue reading 1-2-3, You Love Me (Jill Howarth)
Hello friends and Happy Valentine’s Day! We’ve got a special book for today to mark the occasion: This Is NOT A Valentine, written by Carter Higgins and illustrated by Lucy Ruth Cummins. After his friend gives him a valentine, the hero of our story wants to show his gratitude with a gift of his own. … Continue reading This Is NOT A Valentine (Carter Higgins)
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