Hello, friends! Our book today is The Perfect Party, written by Laurel P. Jackson and illustrated by Hélène Baum-Owoyele, a raucous tale of diversity and inclusivity. It’s Little Robin’s birthday, and all his animal friends have turned out to make his party something special. The perfect party requires the perfect music and food, right? But … Continue reading The Perfect Party (Laurel P. Jackson)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Beautifully Me, written by Nabela Noor and illustrated by Nabi H. Ali, a fantastic story about body positivity and what it means to be beautiful. As young Zubi prepares for her first day of school, she greets the audience with confidence and exuberance. She dons a fabulous outfit that … Continue reading Beautifully Me (Nabela Noor)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Sugar in Milk, written by Thrity Umrigar and illustrated by Khoa Le, a gorgeous and timeless tale of kindness and acceptance. Told from the point of view of a young immigrant to the United States, the narrator recounts her feelings of loneliness and despair when she first arrived. While … Continue reading Sugar in Milk (Thrity Umrigar)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Our Favorite Day of the Year, written by A. E. Ali and illustrated by Rahele Jomepour Bell, a lovely tale of friendship and diversity. On the first day of kindergarten, Ms. Gupta tells the class that by the end of the year, they will become close friends with their … Continue reading Our Favorite Day of the Year (A. E. Ali)
Hello, friends! Our book today is A Vulture Came To Town by B•dice, a visually striking story of diversity. The day a vulture came to town, the other animals were sent into a tizzy. Immediately, most are distrustful of the outsider; his bald skull, his oily black wings, and his diet of carcasses is enough … Continue reading A Vulture Came To Town (B•dice)
The Baby Bookworm 