Pencil and watercolor illustrations use scratchy lines and gelatinous drips to evoke the complex emotions addressed in this immersive picture book. Yuki has a terrible temper. During one flare of anger, she throws her keys down a... Read More

A wholly unique world comes to life in the pages of this picture book in translation. The Oolongs and the Kukichas are two families who live along the river Longo; though they share many similarities, they rarely interact. When a monster... Read More

Telling two stories in poignant parallel alongside a call to action, this powerful picture book challenges all to break the cycles of history. Set in Oklahoma’s Fort Sill, the book follows two children: one, a Japanese child imprisoned... Read More

The infinite worlds of a child’s imagination are brought to life in vivid colors and fantastical images in this picture book about the possibilities of playtime. Here, a simple question—“Do you want to play at my house?”—opens... Read More

Moving and humorous by turns, this picture book honors children’s relationships with, and the legacy of, grandparents. As the book travels through a diverse group of children, a kooky cast of grandparents emerges: a violinist grandma... Read More

A sunny palette of pinks, yellows, and blues complements this whimsical story about standing up for yourself—even among friends. Toco finally found a perfect spot to build his home, a cozy place with a thatched roof and flower boxes.... Read More

A broken robot goes in search of its forgotten home in this thoughtful picture book about how nothing—and no one—is ever truly broken. In a futuristic world marred by the consequences of overconsumption, a decrepit robot wakes in a... Read More

Textured pencil and paint illustrations enhance this tongue-in-cheek tale about doing what’s right. When Big Gray Wolf finds a tiny bunny alone in the forest, he knows Wolf Rules are very clear: the bunny must be eaten. But this bunny... Read More