Hello, friends! Our book today is Even Superheroes Get Scared, written by Shelly Becker and illustrated by Eda Kaban, third in the pair’s series of superhero-themed books on managing emotions. We might be inclined to believe that superheroes are never scared when facing off against bad guys, especially of such pedestrian things as bugs or … Continue reading Even Superheroes Get Scared (Shelly Becker)
Tag: kidlit
I Love You More Than Cereal: Maeva and Dad Redefine Love (Justin & Alexis Black)
Hello, friends! Our book today is I Love You More Than Cereal: Maeva and Dad Redefine Love, written by Justin and Alexis Black and illustrated by 1000 Storybooks, a thought-provoking lesson on how we express love. Maeva absolutely loves her new purple bicycle, and can’t wait to finish her breakfast and ride it to the … Continue reading I Love You More Than Cereal: Maeva and Dad Redefine Love (Justin & Alexis Black)
Rain (Cynthia Rylant)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Rain, written by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Lisa Congdon, a lyrical ode to the joys of a rainy day. As a light spring storm approaches a country home, there a signs of the weather change everywhere: birds chatter to inform each other of the oncoming rain; squirrels and … Continue reading Rain (Cynthia Rylant)
I Am Mine Alone (Raquel Díaz Reguera)
Hello, friends! Our book today is the powerful I Am Mine Alone by Raquel Díaz Reguera, translated by Cecilia Ross, an affecting metaphor that helps us recognize the difference between love and control. Mousy, a hardworking mouse with lots of friends, is excited to have moved in with her partner, Buck. However, she quickly finds … Continue reading I Am Mine Alone (Raquel Díaz Reguera)
Manolo and the Unicorn (Jackie Azúa Kramer & Jonah Kramer)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Manolo and the Unicorn, written by Jackie Azúa Kramer and Jonah Kramer, and illustrated by Zach Manbeck, a gorgeous story of magic, belief, and being true to oneself. Manolo believes in the magic that surrounds us, and that the world is full of mystery and wonder. He adores nature … Continue reading Manolo and the Unicorn (Jackie Azúa Kramer & Jonah Kramer)
