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Book Mail: BARTLEBY (Matt Phelan)

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Leave a comment

How adorable is this little care package we got to celebrate the upcoming release of Bartleby by Matt Phelan, which hits bookshelves on March 3rd! Not only is this dapper little polar bear a visual treat, but his story is also a relatable one, especially for those who prefer to approach social situations on their … Continue reading Book Mail: BARTLEBY (Matt Phelan)

Stanley’s Secret (John Sullivan)

February 6, 2023February 16, 2023Leave a comment

Hello, friends! Our book today is Stanley’s Secret, written by John Sullivan and illustrated by Zach Manbeck, a sweet story about sharing one’s talents with the world. Stanley is a quiet kid. He tends to spend parties reading in the corner, he speaks softly during book reports, and doesn’t speak up when the lunch lady … Continue reading Stanley’s Secret (John Sullivan)

Kat And Juju (Kataneh Vahdani)

June 24, 2020Leave a comment

Hello, friends! Our book today is Kat And Juju by Kataneh Vahdani, a sweet tale about how friendship can help us overcome our fears. Kat likes to do things her own way: she colors inside the lines, whispers her secrets to trees, and quietly finds beauty in places that others seem to overlook. She’s happy … Continue reading Kat And Juju (Kataneh Vahdani)

The Invisible Boy (Trudy Ludwig)

March 19, 2017Leave a comment

Hello, everybody! Our book today is The Invisible Boy, written by Trudy Ludwig and illustrated by Patrice Barton, the story of a shy little boy making a new friend. At school, Brian seems to be invisible: no one ever picks him for their team, they don't invite him to parties, even his teacher forgets about … Continue reading The Invisible Boy (Trudy Ludwig)

Shy (Deborah Freedman)

November 29, 2016Leave a comment

Hello, friends! Our book today is the lovely Shy by Deborah Freedman, a gorgeous fable about overcoming fears and shyness. Shy is a very timid sort. He's most comfortable hidden between the pages of a book (this one, to be precise). Still, he dreams of having the courage to explore "a land far away," where … Continue reading Shy (Deborah Freedman)

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