Hello, friends! Our book today is Yo Soy Muslim: A Father's Letter To His Daughter, written by Mark Gonzales and illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini, a powerful look at religious and racial tolerance through an intimately personal lens. A father speaks to his daughter about the big things in life: the vastness of our planet and … Continue reading Yo Soy Muslim: A Father’s Letter To His Daughter (Mark Gonzales)
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A Most Unusual Day (Sydra Mallery)
Hello, friends! Our book today is A Most Unusual Day, written by Sydra Mallery and illustrated by E. B. Goodale, a beautiful book about a distracted little girl. Most days, Caroline is eager to get out of bed and start her day - but not today. She feels unusually nervous and stressed, and it shows … Continue reading A Most Unusual Day (Sydra Mallery)
Mae Among The Stars (Roda Ahmed)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Mae Among The Stars, written by Roda Ahmed and illustrated by Stasia Burrington, a story inspired by real-life astronaut Mae Jemison’s early years. When her parents ask her what she wants to do when she grows up, Mae says something odd: “I want to see the Earth”. When they … Continue reading Mae Among The Stars (Roda Ahmed)
Skyfishing (Gideon Sterer)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Skyfishing, written by Gideon Sterer and illustrated by Poly Bernatene, a unique take fantasy, fishing, and family. When Grandpa moves in with his family in the city, he brings all of his fishing poles. Unfortunately, he quickly discovers what his granddaughter already knew: there aren’t many places to fish … Continue reading Skyfishing (Gideon Sterer)
Dino Duckling (Alison Murray)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Dino Duckling by Alison Murray, an adorable and touching tale about being different. Even before his egg has hatched, Dino’s mama duck knew he was going to be different. After all, her other children are all small, fluffy yellow ducklings and Dino is... not. But from the very start, … Continue reading Dino Duckling (Alison Murray)
