The bond between a child and their pet is undoubtedly a special one. It can teach early lessons in responsibility and caregiving, and it is filled with the type of unconditional love that can help little ones thrive. But what happens when a pet is a bit more of a handful than originally expected? And … Continue reading Melissa Cristina Márquez on Support, Connection, and Magic Pet Care
With the first week of February comes the first week of Black History Month, a time to celebrate the past, present, and future of the Black community! Be they icons of science, sports, civil rights, music, or everyday people who passed down a lineage of culture, this month is a time to give thanks and … Continue reading Happy First Week of Black History Month!
Happy February! It’s the season of Puppy Love—and a bit of Kitty Love, too! Between Valentine’s festivities from the Heeler Family, a lovestruck adventure with Dolly Parton’s canine pal Billy, and sweet tales of pets’ faves and forever families, there are plenty of titles to help the little animal lovers in your life celebrate the … Continue reading Happy Valentine’s: Puppy (and Kitty) Love!
As usual, Tuesday is our favorite day of the week! From tales of courage by award-winning creators, stories of friendship both silly and sweet, and self-help titles to help kids achieve their dreams, this week’s new releases are all about new experiences and self-discovery! Nani and the Lion by Alicia D. Williams, illus. by Anna … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: February 3rd Edition!
Wishing to grow up faster and be entrusted with more adult responsibilities is a pretty universal theme for kids; no matter where in the world you grow up, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of being a “grownup.” But for the young protagonist of Suuban's First Day: A First Day of Herding Story, written by … Continue reading SUUBAN’S FIRST DAY (Shugri Salh, illus. by Àlàbá Ònájìn)
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