The little lion cub protagonist of this story loves to wander through the fields near his home especially because his mother always goes with him. Sometimes they play hide and seek as they walk. Sometimes they talk about their family and... Read More

Little Henry is always full of questions, but one in particular—“Where did I come from?”—he ponders again and again. Evoking folklore, fairy tales, Bible stories, and pure silliness, his parents offer various explanations for his... Read More

A lonely dog and boy manage to connect to each other and make new friends in this touching picture book from father and son duo, Jack and Michael Foreman. Jack Foreman based the text on a poem he wrote while having a tough time at school... Read More

Isabella’s mother wakes her up with a rousing, “Good Morning, Isabella,” only to find that Isabella is not the person occupying her daughter’s bed. This girl insists, “My name is not Isabella! I am Sally, the greatest, toughest... Read More

Children teaching children is a technique that has been used by teachers for years. Often times, a child is able to put the content into a vocabulary that is easier to understand. Tom McLeod, co-author and subject of the picture book... Read More

When Amadi defiantly tells his mother, “I’m an Igbo man of Nigeria…I’ll be a trader. I don’t need to read to do business,” the shakiness of claiming manhood when still a foot shorter than his mother jumps out at the reader... Read More

Sparrows’ lives seem like one of ease as they flutter about with nothing to fear, spending their days eating and flying whenever and wherever they feel. Yet, from the time they are born, sparrows lead adventurous lives. "Sparrows"... Read More

“All over the world, mammals burrow in snug dens or snooze on riverbeds of sand and silt,” begins this soothing sequel to Water Beds: Sleeping in the Ocean. Animals that are familiar to youngsters such as otters, dolphins, hippos,... Read More