Any four- or five-year-old will benefit from this book’s themes of perseverance and stamina. Kids who can’t sit still will enjoy Lisa Shirley’s kinetic picture book "Timmy Tumbles". Timmy is clearly obsessed with tumbling. He... Read More

This story is perfect for children struggling to get the hang of working well with others. "The Misadventures of Miss Snoots" by Brenda W. Atkinson follows one snooty bear as she learns to accept what a real family looks like. The story... Read More

The story and pictures work together seamlessly in this thoughtful children’s book. Christine Rotsaert’s "Cherry Mouse Babies" is an easy-to-follow story with friendly animals and unexpected characters who explore themes of love,... Read More

These stories are an excellent means of teaching young children how they should aspire to act. Michelle Chin and Rachel Foo return with the second in their animal stories picture book series, The Little Book of Animal Stories, Part II.... Read More

Shannon and Owens take board books a step beyond the basics by engaging the senses and many facets of a child’s understanding. There are requirements for a quality children’s board book that must be met: bright colors, easily... Read More

A child’s funny misinterpretation of words is both enjoyable and humorously lifelike. Distraught parents can say the darndest things, and young ears and minds may often have trouble understanding their adult expressions of... Read More

Unconventional, assertive, and brave, Gabby is on top of a spaghetti mystery. Jane Matyger’s "The Spaghetti Is Missing" is an action-packed children’s picture book involving disappearing pasta, purple pooches, and magical travel.... Read More