Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt is a heartwarming Halloween picture book with a powerful message about inclusion. Perfect for children ages 2–8, this beautifully illustrated story teaches young readers that being different is something to celebrate.
Lovely story: fanciful, with a magic realism vibe, and great characters. Centering on two children with extraordinary sensory gifts searching for a rare flower, this quiet, heartfelt story explores grief, class divides, and belonging.
Embrace your natural self with Frizzy, a beautiful, award-winning middle grade graphic novel by Claribel Ortega and Rose Bousamra. Centering on Marlene’s journey to stop straightening her hair and love her gorgeous curls, this relatable story explores cultural beauty standards and self-acceptance.
Introduce young readers to the power of community action with Every Dog in the Neighborhood! Philip C. Stead and Matthew Cordell team up once again to deliver a funny, heartwarming story about a boy and his grandmother who take local demographics into their own hands.
Looking for a hilariously spooky story that isn’t too scary? A tale about a struggling rabbit and a sinister purple crayon that does his homework—with creepy consequences.