Every night, Xiomara’s father braids her hair before bed. They imagine themselves on fantastic adventures: swinging through jungles; diving in underwater caves; flying to the moon. When Xiomara’s father has to work late, she worries... Read More

Textured illustrations utilize rich colors and fine details to depict the transformative power of reading through the story of a little girl whose older sister receives frequent letters from a doctor who once visited their village.... Read More

Delicate watercolor illustrations depict the cycle of the seasons and the circle of life in this touching story about the inevitable and essential nature of death. A young child spends one final summer with their grandfather, who gently... Read More

A family of aliens receives a warm welcome in this story that draws upon principles of traditional Jewish hospitality. The Abrahams are expecting a visit from their new neighbors; the visitors that arrive, however, are from a little... Read More

Cat loves to go on adventures, but returning to his empty jungle bungalow grows lonely. He finds a friend in Fish, but as Fish shares her own heartaches, Cat is faced with a choice between keeping his friend and making her happy. An... Read More

Forthright and sweet, this picture book depicts an enjoyable, loving visit with family. In Kay Jones’s boisterous picture book "The Cousins Are Coming", children anticipate a day full of lighthearted adventures. A brother and his two... Read More

Charismatic insects join forces to defend their home in Mrs. Spring’s Garden, a spirited picture book that celebrates cooperation and biodiversity. In Carole P. Roman’s charming picture book Mrs. Spring’s Garden, a snail and an... Read More

Brilliant colors and dreamlike illustrations complement this touching tale of brotherly love. An older brother watches his younger brother sleeping in his crib, imagining all the adventures they will go on when he’s older. Delicate... Read More