By: Cozy A. Cabrera This book was absolutely beautiful and it’s easy to see why it won the Coretta Scott King Award and received a Caldecott Honor. It tells such a sweet story about the love between a mother and daughter in the most simple and meaningful ways. I really loved how the book focused on everyday moments […]

By: Renee Kurilla This book was absolutely amazing. The illustrations were vibrant, cheerful, and bursting with the beauty of spring. Every page felt bright and full of life, perfectly capturing the joy and renewal that comes with the season. I especially loved how the author wove so many springtime traditions and moments into one adorable […]

Written by: Kobi Yamad Illustrated by: Mae Besom This was an absolutely beautiful book—one that really stays with you after you finish it. The illustrations are thoughtfully done and tie into the story in such a meaningful way, adding depth to every page. The story centers on a child with an idea, but one who […]

By: Adam Wallace Illustrated by: Andy Elkerton This book is part of the super fun “How to Catch” series, and it’s easy to see why these books are such a hit with teachers, librarians, and kids. The illustrations are bright, colorful, and full of energy, and the rhyming text makes it a really fun read-aloud. In this […]

By: Elise Parsley Magnolia Says DON’T! – A Show-and-Tell That Goes Very Wrong This was probably one of my very favorite picture books, and it came highly recommended by Good Housekeeping. After reading it, I can definitely see why! The story follows Magnolia as she tries to decide what to bring for show and tell. While […]

By: Bess Kalb and Erin Kraan “Buffalo Has a Fluffalo” – A Fun and Whimsical Story About Being Yourself I can see why “Buffalo Has a Fluffalo” is considered one of the top children’s books of all time by Good Housekeeping. The rhyming is fantastic, and we all know how much children benefit from rhymes—they help with phonetic […]

Written by Judith Viorst Illustrated by Ray Cruz “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” – A Funny and Relatable Children’s Classic This book is considered one of the top children’s books of all time by Good Housekeeping, and I couldn’t wait to dive in and see why. I had so much fun […]

By: Rachel Bright “Love Monster” – The Perfect Valentine’s Book for Kids Poor Love Monster just doesn’t seem to fit in with the plushie crowd. Determined to find someone he can love—and who makes him feel like he belongs—he sets off on a heartfelt adventure. Along the way, he discovers that love often appears in […]

By: Suzanne & Max Lange Grumpy Monkey Valentine’s Day Book Review: A Fun and Heartfelt Read Aloud for Kids If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day book for kids, the Grumpy Monkey series is always a great choice — and this Valentine’s-themed story is no exception. I absolutely love the Grumpy Monkey books, and this one is especially perfect […]

By: Travis Jonker I can see why this book was rated so high for children’s books about winter. The story follows a little boy named Liam who is absolutely determined to catch a snowflake on his tongue — something every child (and let’s be honest, plenty of adults) has tried at least once. The illustrations […]