National Library Week: I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY (Mychal Threets, illus. by Lorraine Nam)

April 19, 2026April 19, 2026Leave a comment

Happy National Library Week! Sponsored by the American Library Association, this week is all about celebrating what makes libraries such an integral part of our communities. In addition to free access to literature, movies, music, and more, libraries serve as gathering places, educational opportunities, and technological resources. I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of … Continue reading National Library Week: I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A CELEBRATION OF LIBRARY JOY (Mychal Threets, illus. by Lorraine Nam)

Perfect Picks from the Scholastic Book Fair!

April 17, 2026April 17, 2026Leave a comment

I spent the week volunteering at one of my favorite annual events: the Scholastic Book Fair! Like many lifelong readers, I have a great fondness for the book fair and the excitement that surrounds it, and I loved getting to support fundraising for our school library while helping little ones find their new favorite book! … Continue reading Perfect Picks from the Scholastic Book Fair!

Using Imagination to Explore Big Feelings in Picture Books

April 16, 2026Leave a comment

Life is full of ups and downs, no matter a person’s age, but these vicissitudes can feel especially big for little ones. Having less understanding of (and control over) the world means finding creative ways to process minor frustrations like sibling shenanigans, or larger events like the loss of a loved one. One of those … Continue reading Using Imagination to Explore Big Feelings in Picture Books

Book Mail: DAD (Christian Robinson)

April 15, 2026Leave a comment

Book Mail! Not going to lie, this might be one of our favorite PR packages of all time. Fans of children’s literature are likely familiar with the work of the incomparable Christian Robinson, Caldecott and Coretta Scott King Honoree and the author and illustrator behind dozens of modern classic picture books. His newest work is … Continue reading Book Mail: DAD (Christian Robinson)

Happy Book Birthday: April 14th Edition!

April 14, 2026April 14, 2026Leave a comment

It’s Tuesday, which means it’s time to celebrate some book birthdays! This week’s new releases take readers from the depths of the sea to the heights of the moon and stars, from the Victorian era to the near future, and plenty of where and whens in between! Gigantic: The Small Whale with a Big Heart … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: April 14th Edition!

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Simple, honest children's book reviews and recommendations.

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