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 […]

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, […]

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Paintings by: Kadir Nelson A Beautiful and Powerful Book About Martin Luther King Jr. This book was absolutely beautiful. The paintings by Kadir Nelson are incredible, and the inclusion of Martin Luther King Jr.’s original speech makes it even more special. This has become one of my favorite children’s books […]

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 […]

Gorgeous Georges is based on true events about an adorable dog, a new home and a forever family

By: Chris Van Allsberg The Polar Express is a timeless classic that holds a very special place in my heart. It’s my son’s favorite book, and it became even more meaningful while he was serving a mission for our church in Chile, where we could only communicate with him on Christmas and Mother’s Day. For his […]

Written and Illustrated by: Matt Tavares This book is part of a delightful series of Christmas stories, which makes it especially fun to have a collection devoted entirely to the holiday season. I loved the illustrations, and I was especially impressed that the author both wrote and illustrated the book—a talent that truly shines on […]

Written by: Richard H Schneider Illustrated by: Elizabeth J Miles This book is absolutely beautiful in every way. The illustrations are stunning, depicting a snowy winter wonderland with a magical, fairy-tale quality that draws readers in from the very first page. The story centers around a tree named Small Pine, who is expected to be […]

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 […]

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 […]