Best Picture Books of 2020 About Small People in a Big World

edited by Lindsay H. Metcalf , Keila V. Dawson & Jeanette Bradley ; illustrated by Jeanette Bradley

Never too soon to start stirring things up: “We may be small / but / we / can / ROAR!” Full review >

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by Derrick Barnes ; illustrated by Gordon C. James

The title says it all: Black boys are “every good thing.” Full review >

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by Tessa McWatt ; illustrated by Zuzanna Celej

A rare treat for sensitive and artistic readers. Full review >

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by Tami Charles ; illustrated by Bryan Collier

A gem for every household. Full review >

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by Tina M. Cho ; illustrated by Jess X. Snow

The sea, with equal parts danger and thrill, makes an exciting training ground for a young haenyeo diver. Full review >

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by Pete Oswald ; illustrated by Pete Oswald

Like the woods, this book is an immersive experience that invites repeated visits. Full review >

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by Ashima Shiraishi ; illustrated by Yao Xiao

Both a riveting narrative and an excellent guide for young readers to try, try again. Full review >

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by Larissa Theule ; illustrated by Sara Palacios

A quiet, contemplative story that reminds readers to pause and enjoy the view. Full review >

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by Xiaowen Zhu ; illustrated by Gong Yanling

Pure fantasy in the best sense. Full review >

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