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CHILDREN'S
OH! WHAT A SURPRISE!by Suzanne Bloom & illustrated by Suzanne Bloom
This one has “read it again” potential, and Fox has the makings of a star. Full review >
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BLACK DOGby Levi Pinfold & illustrated by Levi Pinfold
A great pick for storytime, bedtime, anytime. Full review >
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OTTER AND ODDERby James Howe & illustrated by Chris Raschka
Ever-changing watercolor washes and primordial shapes depict a wondrous, liquid world in which the star-crossed lovers learn... Full review >
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GOOD NEWS BAD NEWSby Jeff Mack & illustrated by Jeff Mack
An instructive and entertaining primer on the art of friendship and the complexity of joy. Full review >
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HALLOWEEN FORESTby Marion Dane Bauer & illustrated by John Shelley
Elegantly designed, this collaboration shows a great respect for children’s sensibilities regarding the fine lines between... Full review >
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DEAR DAISY DUNNINGTONby Mathilde Stein & illustrated by Chuck Groenink
It’s an odd and very European tale, and a very brave one. (Picture book. 7-12) Full review >
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THE ANT AND THE GRASSHOPPERby Rebecca Emberley ; Ed Emberley illustrated by Rebecca Emberley ; Ed Emberley
The Emberleys offer such a joyful, imaginative interpretation of the classic that even the youngest will understand the... Full review >
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THE BEAR IN THE BOOKby Kate Banks & illustrated by Georg Hallensleben
A tribute to the power of books to connect and the love that parents everywhere show when they share books with children at... Full review >
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INFINITY AND MEby Kate Hosford & illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska
A stellar artistic vision of the infinite power of intergenerational love. Full review >
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WHAT'S THE TIME, MR. WOLF?by Debi Gliori ; illustrated by Debi Gliori
There is much to enjoy here, and the illustrations and allusions beg for repeat readings. Full review >
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THIS IS NOT MY HATby Jon Klassen & illustrated by Jon Klassen
Hats off! Full review >
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MAN FROM THE LAND OF FANDANGOby Margaret Mahy & illustrated by Polly Dunbar
Wonderfully exuberant and completely delightful. Full review >
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BOOT & SHOEby Marla Frazee & illustrated by Marla Frazee
Read unhurried, in a lap, again and again. Full review >
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SLEEP LIKE A TIGERby Mary Logue & illustrated by Pamela Zagarenski
This deeply satisfying story offers what all children crave when letting go—security and a trusted companion. Full review >
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SQUEAK, RUMBLE, WHOMP! WHOMP! WHOMP!by Wynton Marsalis & illustrated by Paul Rogers
Loud and clear, the creators show how tuning into everyday sounds can inspire music. Clap, clap, CLAP! (Picture Book. 3-7) Full review >
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DRAWING FROM THE CITYby Tejubehan illustrated by Tejubehan translated by V. Geetha ; Gita Wolf
A unique offering that presents readers with arresting artwork and a compelling life story. Full review >
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OLIVERby Birgitta Sif & illustrated by Birgitta Sif
A lovely gift—aglow with warmth and welcome—for those who feel, or have ever felt, different. Full review >
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DREAMING UPby Christy Hale & illustrated by Christy Hale
This extraordinary new picture book masterfully tackles the complex task of contextualizing seemingly complex architectural... Full review >
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ARCHIEby Domenica More Gordon & illustrated by Domenica More Gordon
A tail-wagging delight for budding Coco Chanels everywhere. Full review >
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COLD SNAPby Eileen Spinelli & illustrated by Marjorie Priceman
This may not be the most exciting or enthralling winter tale, but it is perfect for sharing during readers’ own cold... Full review >
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SPIRIT SEEKERby Gary Golio & illustrated by Rudy Gutierrez
Lyrically narrated, resplendently illustrated, and deeply respectful of both subject and audience. Full review >
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MISS MOUSIE'S BLIND DATEby Tim Beiser & illustrated by Rachel Berman
Wonderful. Full review >
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