In this way-blazing biographical picture book, watercolor and gouache illustrations track the trail of Cecilia Payne, a renowned astronomer who overcame sexism and self-doubt to succeed. Cecilia knew she was a scientist early on,... Read More

A charming retelling of a Persian folklore tale, this picture book adds a personal touch to the arrival of spring. Nane Sarma—a personification of winter—awaits her old friend Uncle Nowruz (“Nowruz” meaning “new day” and... Read More

This heartfelt biographical picture book exemplifies art as a form of resistance. The life of Marie Procai—a Ukrainian immigrant, renowned folk artist, mother, and cornerstone of Ukrainian cultural heritage—is detailed in intricate... Read More

Enchanting and poetic, this picture book suggests a new way to look at rainy days. A lonely girl is caught in the rain on her way home; she rushes inside, but the rain searches for her. The rain is rebuffed at every turn—until it finds... Read More

Modeling how compromise and caring communication can be used to overcome emotional conflicts, "Ida’s Really Big Feelings" is an edifying picture book. In Karen Bartlett Durack’s educational picture book "Ida’s Really Big Feelings",... Read More

Lauding creativity, kindness, and love, the warm picture book "Our Treasures Within" builds upon a message from Pope Francis to instill optimism and hope. Peter H. Reynolds’s endearing picture book "Our Treasures Within" encourages... Read More

In the heartwarming picture book Tuesday’s Bear, an abandoned toy joins a warm and bustling household, his once sad story redeemed through new love. In Alexandra Davis’s enchanting picture book Tuesday’s Bear, a forgotten stuffed... Read More

In the poignant picture book "Cody’s Whisper", a shy coyote learns to love himself through his interactions with the natural world. In Malia Grace’s striking picture book "Cody’s Whisper", a coyote pup, admiring the calm of nature,... Read More