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INDIE
Released: Jan. 15, 2012
POPPY'S COMBINE
by Beth E. Meyerson, illustrated by Chrissy Krakowieki Searcy
"Books that address grief are always in need, and Meyerson's gentle words and child-centered perspective will provide comfort to young readers."
Sensitive text is paired with uneven artwork in this picture book designed to help children cope with the loss of a grandparent. Read full book review >
Cover art for ARE YOUR EARS ON YOUR KNEES?
INDIE
Released: Jan. 5, 2012
ARE YOUR EARS ON YOUR KNEES?
by Betty Kohlman, illustrated by Julie Kulak
"A fun way to blend facts about bugs with a classic children's fiction theme."
Kohlman's picture book celebrates the differences that make each creature—or person—unique while providing interesting insect facts. Read full book review >
Cover art for HANA RESCUES MISTY
INDIE
Released: Jan. 4, 2012
HANA RESCUES MISTY
by Azra Z. Mehdi, illustrated by Sama Nadeem Izhar
"A light-hearted tale with an important message for young readers: courage comes in many forms, and often means putting our own fears aside to help another."
A stranded kitten leads to a lesson in courage and empathy for a young girl in Mehdi's simple children's tale. Read full book review >
Cover art for LUCKY
INDIE
Released: Dec. 1, 2011
LUCKY: THE TALE OF A TREE
by Richard C. Hawkins, illustrated by Deb Hoeffner
"A tender tale worth adding to your holiday library. (Picture book. 5-9)"
A young tree experiences the magic, and fleeting nature, of the Christmas season. Read full book review >