Contrasting hues of orange and purple captivate in this fanciful picture book that makes one thing very clear: “there are no dragons in this book.” Though one may see sharp claws, shooting sparks, and spiky tails within these pages,... Read More

Joy has always wanted a dog; Jump has always wanted a kid. As they wait for the right companion, they make substitutes out of flowers, ferns, sand, and snow, but their formed friends never last. The book utilizes white space and stark... Read More

Creativity in all its forms is celebrated and encouraged in this picture book that calls to the artist in all of us. “If you are an artist,” the book asserts, “blue is not just blue,” “you daydream adventure,” and... Read More

Through its story about a bear’s curiosity, "A Home for Grumbly Bear" represents values around home, friendship, and adventure. Perfect for bedtime reading, Heather Hall’s picture book "A Home for Grumbly Bear" tracks a curious... Read More

The unconditional love between pets and their people is honored in this picture book about a resilient champion pony—a tale inspired by a true story. Whenever Posey’s kids get too tall for her, she is passed along to the next child;... Read More

A rainy day, a teacher’s headache, and a canceled trip to the zoo spell disaster for the class of Room 4 in this humorous picture book. First, Flynn blows a raspberry; then, twins Ruby and Phoebe start calling one another ugly. One by... Read More

Determined not to grow bored through the impending winter, Badger ventures to the people’s town to find some amusement. She retrieves a kaleidoscope—a “twist-a-roo”—and is eager to show her friends, but they are busy making... Read More

Sweet and funny, with subtle details tucked into its intricate watercolor illustrations for parents and older readers to appreciate, this picture book about a chaotic school day shows the bond between students and teachers. When Mrs.... Read More