By: Mary Jantz Illustrated by: Mel Schroeder Some books just stay with you long after you finish them, and this was one of those books for me. I think it touched me so deeply because I recently lost my parents, and so much of this story felt personal and comforting at the same time. The […]

An Anna Dewdney Book I’ve always loved the Llama Llama series, so I was so sad when I learned that Anna Dewdney passed away from brain cancer in 2016. She created such a special series that so many children and parents connected with. Thankfully, other authors and illustrators have continued Llama’s stories in such a sweet and […]

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: 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: 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: Jan Brett A Cozy Winter Favorite: The Mitten One of our favorite winter read-alouds is The Mitten, a children’s book inspired by Ukrainian folklore. It’s one of those stories that just feels magical this time of year — gentle, whimsical, and perfect for snuggling up together with a blanket. The illustrations are absolutely beautiful. They’re soft, […]

By: Linda Van Camp Illustrated by: Brigid Malloy A Fun and Relatable Children’s Book About Bath Time This is such a relatable children’s book. I don’t know how many times I’ve heard, “I don’t want to do this” or “I don’t want to do that,” especially when it comes to bath time. Max learns the hard way that refusing […]

comments The holidays are a great time to slow down, relax, and enjoy stories with thechildren in your life. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, orsimply love the spirit of the season, this year’s Holiday Indie Children’s BookReading List brings together a collection of books written by independentauthors who care deeply about storytelling, creativity, and […]

Partypooper By: Jeff Kinney Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper Jeff Kinney’s newest Diary of a Wimpy Kid book, Partypooper, was released on October 21st of this year, and it’s already a massive success. The Wimpy Kid series has sold over 300 million copies worldwide, and its popularity just keeps growing. It’s funny when you think about it — the books center […]

Written by: JoAnn Dickinson Illustrated by: Daria Shamolina Children’s Book Review: A Heartwarming Fall Story About Diversity and Self-Acceptance If you’re looking for the perfect fall children’s book that teaches valuable lessons about diversity, inclusion, and self-love, this beautifully illustrated story is a must-read. With its vibrant artwork and meaningful message, this book is a wonderful addition to […]