Book Review
Odds and Ends
At turns whimsical, thought-provoking, and heartbreaking, this sentimental picture book invites readers of all ages to celebrate the “lasts” in life, from the undesirable pieces of candy left in the bag to the final farewell to a...
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Lydia Loves Bugs
Budding entomologists and science lovers will delight in this whimsical story about a girl with an uncommon interest. Encouraged by her entomologist mother, Lydia studies, collects, and draws every kind of bug, from the stinky to the...
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Find the Sun
Eddie doesn’t like Mondays or storms, let alone both combined; an unexpected visit from a larger-than-life friend helps him find the courage to seek out the sun in this inspiring picture book. Reminiscent of claymation media, the...
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Rainbow Cookies
Cookie loves cookies, especially the cookies from the Cookie Cubby. But when the owner’s Pride Month offering leaves a sour taste in some community members’ mouths, Cookie rallies friends and neighbors into a sweet show of support in...
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Play Proud
Showcasing a diverse range of races and bodies, this affirming picture book shines a spotlight on queer athletes. Covering sports from football to figure skating, the book highlights notable queer athletes, past and present; brief...
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The Muéganos
Personifying a traditional Mexican candy as a close-knit family in a sticky situation, this warm-hearted picture book honors family connections while leaving room for independence. The Muégano family is literally glued at the hip, and...
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Arlo Needs Your Help
This interactive picture book puts the reader at the center of the lifecycle of the monarch butterfly through engaging activities and charming narrators. Arlo the caterpillar has been trapped in a lunch box, interrupting his...
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Supergrannies
Brimming with humor and imagination, this quirky picture book celebrates the extraordinary everyday superpowers of grandmothers. Supergranny Ethel makes magical croquettes, Agent Fairybel can chase all your fears away with a kind word...
