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The Peanut Man

by Danielle Ballantyne

Hues of yellow, blue, and green pair with layered textures and delicate details in this picture book about finding home in unlikely places. Coqui loves talking with her friend Emilio, the Peanut Man, as he passes by on the street outside... Read More

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Moving Day

by Danielle Ballantyne

Inspired by a true story, this whimsical watercolor picture book uses an unlikely vessel to guide children through the anxiety of moving. After sitting in the same spot for over a hundred years, a gray Victorian house does not want to... Read More

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Marabella's Moment

by Danielle Ballantyne

This warm-hearted picture book encourages children to appreciate the small moments and hidden friends around them. Though often overlooked by her classmates, Marabella notices everything. When she spies some flowers sprouting in the... Read More

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The Witch’s Table

by Danielle Ballantyne

A picture book about the surprising benefits of seeking common ground. A sentient table has been in a young witch’s family for generations; though it’s cursed to live with them forever, they’ve never managed to get along. When the... Read More

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