A beautiful story about a child who is confident in themselves and happy to be themselves completely. The ending with the sister didn't feel earned, aA beautiful story about a child who is confident in themselves and happy to be themselves completely. The ending with the sister didn't feel earned, and that's what gave it a 4 from me. But I read it once I saw someone had attempted to ban it in Florida. It's about Hawaiian culture, which historically has made room for people we would call nonbinary. That's why. It has nothing to do with the beautiful story or art, but everything to do with people who can't handle others who are different. I would highly recommend this book....more
This is a beautiful picture book about a loving family who are going to their baby's naming ceremony. The community all joins in to celebrate the new This is a beautiful picture book about a loving family who are going to their baby's naming ceremony. The community all joins in to celebrate the new baby. The book is diverse (interracial couple, LGBTQ+ parents, diverse community, Jewish representation) with gorgeous illustrations that pull you into the page. I really liked and recommend this one. ...more
Art work is great, but I don't love that he just abandons his mom. After Morien goes on his quest, we never hear about her again, other than "he's homArt work is great, but I don't love that he just abandons his mom. After Morien goes on his quest, we never hear about her again, other than "he's homesick". Woman already lost her husband with no clue what happened to him and now her son abandons her, too. ...more
The child main character is moving countries and has a lot of questions as the story progresses. I really like that the parents in this story are so oThe child main character is moving countries and has a lot of questions as the story progresses. I really like that the parents in this story are so open with their son and encourage his curiosity. They don't ever shut him down and they're honest when they don't know the answer. That allows the child to come to them even with questions that are hard or might be embarrassing ("What happens if I don't make friends at my new school?"). I like, too, that the author reassures the child reader that sometimes we don't know the answer or it may be an answer we don't like or an answer that requires faith on our part that it will work out that way, and that is ok. Would recommend for parents, especially. ...more
Fun story about a shy hedgehog who gains courage as he learns he can't get by all by himself all the time and learns about friendship. Perfect for upcFun story about a shy hedgehog who gains courage as he learns he can't get by all by himself all the time and learns about friendship. Perfect for upcoming Halloween season. The overall tone of the book reminded me a lot of Punky Aloha, which has similar themes and is just as cute. I would recommend this one. ...more
A really fun book about what happens to an overdue book when it's misplaced by a child who is perhaps a little careless, as well as the power of a gooA really fun book about what happens to an overdue book when it's misplaced by a child who is perhaps a little careless, as well as the power of a good book. I think this will appeal more to adults (especially those of us who work with books and/or children) more than it would appeal to a child reader, who may not really care about Bob's plight at first. If a child were to pick it up, I could see it being an older child, maybe elementary school age? But very cute. ...more
A nice mix of cultural elements and "finding-where-you-belong" story beats that will interest children and make for a good picture book at bedtime or A nice mix of cultural elements and "finding-where-you-belong" story beats that will interest children and make for a good picture book at bedtime or storytime. The publisher's site highlights a review that says the illustrations are pencil, but the look like pastels to me. They're BEAUTIFUL and engaging. Easily elevating the already fun story and making it bright and appealing to the reader. I loved this one. ...more
Love this book about imagination and how it can transform seemingly mundane things into something fantastic. I like that it included the parents in thLove this book about imagination and how it can transform seemingly mundane things into something fantastic. I like that it included the parents in this, too, and made them full beings with hobbies and likes of their own separate from the child character for him to discover. Would be a fun storytime book. ...more
Nice story about teamwork and compromise. I'm not sure that the rabbit really "learns his lesson" because there is such little text, but I liked the eNice story about teamwork and compromise. I'm not sure that the rabbit really "learns his lesson" because there is such little text, but I liked the ending of the book and how they came together to build something better than any of them could have on their own. Illustrations are cute. ...more
Nice moral about saving our oceans from the dangers of overfishing and human greed. The art style reminds me of Dog Man or The Loud House in a way I dNice moral about saving our oceans from the dangers of overfishing and human greed. The art style reminds me of Dog Man or The Loud House in a way I don't find that pleasing. I think the heart of the story outshines the art, though. ...more
Powerful, moving and incredibly timely. I think this book is a gentle way to explain the situation in Palestine if your children ask about it or have Powerful, moving and incredibly timely. I think this book is a gentle way to explain the situation in Palestine if your children ask about it or have questions. I winced when her teacher tells Falasteen that Palestine isn't on their map because it "doesn't exist" (the inciting incident). The idea that "existence is resistance" and that Palestine lives in her and her family is very touching. ...more
The illustrative style is not my favorite, but they tell the actual story. I think this book would be good for storytime with older children who can gThe illustrative style is not my favorite, but they tell the actual story. I think this book would be good for storytime with older children who can get the joke that the text and the pictures don't match. Very funny. ...more
Beautiful illustrations and easy to understand story for children about a Christmas that may look different than theirs. It's nice to see how other cuBeautiful illustrations and easy to understand story for children about a Christmas that may look different than theirs. It's nice to see how other cultures celebrate and infuse their culture into holidays. ...more
Very easy to understand and aesthetically pleasing. The writing is accessible for a small child. The interactivity aspects remind me of Dora the ExploVery easy to understand and aesthetically pleasing. The writing is accessible for a small child. The interactivity aspects remind me of Dora the Explorer. Would work well for a storytime about colors, rainbows or the weather. ...more
Adorable book about a bear "teaching" his ostrich friend to fly and about our differences and strengths. The ending is very funny. They mention some oAdorable book about a bear "teaching" his ostrich friend to fly and about our differences and strengths. The ending is very funny. They mention some other flightless birds, which I think will interest child readers. The illustration style reminds me of the Bruce books. ...more
Simple, easy to understand descriptions of jobs for children who love animals. I like the format and that there is a variety of jobs, including some tSimple, easy to understand descriptions of jobs for children who love animals. I like the format and that there is a variety of jobs, including some that might be off the beaten path (like a cat cafe barista or a snake milker) vs. more traditional ones (like a vet or trainer of marine mammals). There are even a few silly ones like "dog wig maker". I think this would be a cute first step for kids who are starting to look towards animal careers, even if they're not all possible. ...more
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