Hello, friends! Our book today is Somewhere, Right Now, written by Kerry Docherty and illustrated by Suzie Mason, an everyday tale of encouragement and support. Young Alma is feeling scared during a thunderstorm, but Mommy has words of advice for her: when feeling scared, it helps to close your eyes, take a deep breath, and … Continue reading Somewhere, Right Now (Kerry Docherty)
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Pruett and Soo (Nancy Viau)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Pruett and Soo, written by Nancy Viau and illustrated by Jorge Lacera, a tale of shaking up the status quo. Robot student Pruett lives a humdrum life on the Planet Monochrome, a place where everyone and everything blends in. He, his family, his classmates, and his teacher all follow … Continue reading Pruett and Soo (Nancy Viau)
Some Questions About Trees (Toni Yuly)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Some Questions About Trees by Toni Yuly, a sweet and simple book about the mysteries of trees. A child in a green dress peers out a window, wondering where trees live: on the earth where their roots connect, or in the sky, where their branches stretch? Each following question … Continue reading Some Questions About Trees (Toni Yuly)
Let’s Do Everything and Nothing (Julia Kuo)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Let’s Do Everything and Nothing by Julia Kuo, a gorgeous meditation on the simple pleasures of spending time together. A mother and young daughter embark on a series of adventures together, ranging from the mundane to the extraordinary. Whether climbing mountain peaks, swimming in the ocean’s depths, or simply … Continue reading Let’s Do Everything and Nothing (Julia Kuo)
The Happiest Kid (Sarah Bagley Steele)
Hello, friends! Our book today is The Happiest Kid, written by Sarah Bagley Steele and illustrated by Elsa Pui Si Lo and Clarice Yunyi Cai, a compelling story about expressing our feelings. Little Sally is well-known by friends and family for being the happiest kid in the world. Each day, she greets the sun with … Continue reading The Happiest Kid (Sarah Bagley Steele)
