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The Best Picture Books of 2018 for a Good Laugh

CHILDREN'S

NO BORING STORIES!

by Julie Falatko ; illustrated by Charles Santoso

Showcasing the values of persistence and collaboration, this intelligent comedy offers substance alongside the laughter. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

I GOT A CHICKEN FOR MY BIRTHDAY

by Laura Gehl ; illustrated by Sarah Horne

Either Horne was in Gehl’s pocket or vice versa, because this utterly seamless blend of story and art is an ingenious treat... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

WE DON'T EAT OUR CLASSMATES

by Ryan T. Higgins ; illustrated by Ryan T. Higgins

Fans of macabre, tongue-in-cheek humor (and twist endings!) will enjoy time spent with Penelope. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

WHO WILL BELL THE CAT?

by Patricia C. McKissack ; illustrated by Christopher Cyr

A lovely posthumous gift that will undoubtedly draw readers into the prolific author’s body of work. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

DUDE!

by Aaron Reynolds ; illustrated by Dan Santat

Surprises, mayhem, potty humor, sharks, and ice cream: What’s not to like? (Picture book. 4-6) Full review >

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