Tag: picture books

The Promise of Dreams Delivered: Marley Dias on Heritage and Hope

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It’s a fascinating concept that every human being living in the world today is the result of a single, 200,000-year-long line of their ancestors. Each of us carries a lineage of not only DNA and physical characteristics, but also of culture, tradition, and memories. As such, our existence often represents the hopes and dreams that … Continue reading The Promise of Dreams Delivered: Marley Dias on Heritage and Hope

Diving into Summer Fun with Sunny Seasonal Reads for All Ages!

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It’s officially summer, and we couldn’t be more excited! There’s so much seasonal fun to be had this time of year, whether it’s trips to the beach or pool, sleepaway camp shenanigans, neighborhood scavenger hunts, or munching on tasty summer treats. Here are a few of our favorite recent books to get your readers in … Continue reading Diving into Summer Fun with Sunny Seasonal Reads for All Ages!

Book Mail: BETTER PETS (Leigh Bardugo, illus. by Liz Climo)

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This week’s box of goodies comes from our pals at Roaring Brook Press and MacKids Books, and it’s pawsitively meowsome! Better Pets, written by Leigh Bardugo and illustrated by Liz Climo, follows pet-seeking pals Yvette and Evan on their search for a new furred, finned, or feathered friend. When the pair find themselves unsure about … Continue reading Book Mail: BETTER PETS (Leigh Bardugo, illus. by Liz Climo)

Happy Pride Month: Celebrating History, Family, and Community!

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With the start of June, we’re ringing in that special time of year to celebrate queer and trans individuals, families, history, and communities. At a time when the LGBTQIA+ community is facing a great number of challenges—from the banning of inclusive literature to attacks on employment and healthcare rights to the basic human right to … Continue reading Happy Pride Month: Celebrating History, Family, and Community!