Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Caldecott medalist Matthew Cordell strikes gold with Cornbread & Poppy, a whimsical and heartwarming early chapter book series debut. Celebrating the beautiful dynamic of an irresistible odd-couple pair, this book balances humor, adventure, and emotional intelligence.
Please Don’t Read This Book! is a spectacularly funny, fourth-wall-breaking picture book that begs young readers to disobey its instructions. Featuring zany physical prompts and vibrant illustrations, this crowd-pleasing storytime favorite matches the pure, interactive joy of The Book with No Pictures.
A gorgeous novel in verse inspired by real-life sea otter rehabilitation programs in California. Beautifully illustrated this highly accessible story balances heartbreaking adventure with environmental science.
Pizza: A Slice of History is an engaging, vibrantly illustrated non-fiction picture book that traces the global evolution of the world’s favorite food. It seamlessly blends history, geography, and fun cultural facts to encourage open-mindedness and curiosity.
I’m Not Scared, YOU’RE Scared!, is a charming, hilarious adventure featuring a timid bear and a daring rabbit. Boasting beautiful, crayon-style illustrations and a wonderfully repetitive, interactive dialogue, it makes for an ideal storytime read-aloud.