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Gifts for Ages 3-8

CHILDREN'S

EVERY MONDAY MABEL

by Jashar Awan ; illustrated by Jashar Awan

Captures the excitement of anticipation, the thrill of yearning realized, and truck love among the young. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

PAPILIO

by Ben Clanton , Corey R. Tabor & Andy Chou Musser ; illustrated by Ben Clanton , Corey R. Tabor & Andy Chou Musser

Move aside, Very Hungry Caterpillar. Meet the new queen of metamorphosis storytime splendor. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

BROKEN

by X. Fang ; illustrated by X. Fang

A common childhood experience, conveyed with an uncommon mix of sensitivity, mirth, and heart. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

ISLAND STORM

by Brian Floca ; illustrated by Sydney Smith

The power of nature captivates and compels in this phenomenal tale of pushing limits. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LET'S BE BEES

by Shawn Harris ; illustrated by Shawn Harris

Let’s be readers and explore this book together—again and again. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

MISTACO

by Eliza Kinkz ; illustrated by Eliza Kinkz

A deliciously effervescent celebration of family and resilience. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

EVERYBELLY

by Thao Lam ; illustrated by Thao Lam

A unique, joyful celebration of bellies, bodies, and beauty. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

CAT NAP

by Brian Lies ; illustrated by Brian Lies

Utterly beautiful, playfully fun, and, above all, breathtaking. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

DON'T TRUST FISH

by Neil Sharpson ; illustrated by Dan Santat

A ribald and uproarious warning to those unschooled in fishy goings-on. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

RECESS

by Lane Smith ; illustrated by Lane Smith

Wilder than any rumpus, this recess isn’t just a break—it’s silliness incarnate! Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

WILL THE PIGEON GRADUATE?

by Mo Willems ; illustrated by Mo Willems

An earnest graduation gift: sweet for lifelong fans, cheerfully encouraging for striving, future graduates. Full review >

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