Best Picture Books of 2019 With Themes of Resilience

by Kwame Alexander ; illustrated by Kadir Nelson

An incredible connector text for young readers eager to graduate to weighty conversations about our yesterday, our now, and... Full review >

by Anna Claybourne ; illustrated by Louise McNaught

Informative, empowering, and gorgeous Full review >

by Kurt Cyrus ; illustrated by Kurt Cyrus

With lots to look at and a pleasing rhythm, this energetic repair project ticks along very nicely indeed. Full review >

by Uk-Bae Lee ; illustrated by Uk-Bae Lee ; translated by Chungyon Won & Aileen Won

The cupboard is nearly bare of children’s books about the DMZ, making this an excellent introduction to the crises on the... Full review >

by Kevin Noble Maillard ; illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal

Fry bread is much more than food, as this book amply demonstrates. Full review >

by Wendy Meddour ; illustrated by Daniel Egnéus

A true celebration of the endless creativity and resilience of children. Full review >

by Oge Mora ; illustrated by Oge Mora

Special and splendid. Full review >

by James E. Ransome ; illustrated by James E. Ransome

With spare text and gorgeous illustrations, this work represents a unique and engaging perspective on enslaved families. Full review >

by Heather Smith ; illustrated by Rachel Wada

A beautifully rendered tale of loss, love, grief, and gentle healing. Full review >