A new dad gets ready to share the love of reading with his baby for the first time. It’s baby’s first story time and a new dad is excited to read to his child. He’s also a little nervous. Which book should he choose? And what if it doesn’t settle the baby to sleep? After…
An Empowering Middle Grade Novel Teaches About Menstrual Activism
In the spirit of Judy Blume, this empowering and heartfelt middle grade novel celebrates finding yourself, making new friends, and standing up for what’s right as a girl becomes involved in menstrual activism. Ever since a career-ending injury, former elite gymnast Eden has been feeling lost. To add insult to actual injury, her mom has…
A Nicely Noisy Picture Book for Getting the Sillies Out Before Bed
Snap, poom-poom, jingle jangle! Author and musician Jonty Howley will have you tapping your feet and singing along to The Animal Song. Three animal friends decide to form a traveling band, playing “The Animal Song” for delighted audiences from spring to fall. When winter comes, it’s time for their audience to go to sleep. Skipping…
A Polar Bear Escapes the Milwaukee Zoo in the Companion Book to Rhino in Right Field
In this historical fiction companion to The Rhino in Right Field, Nick’s summer gets way more exciting when a polar bear escapes from the local zoo—perfect for fans of Stuart Gibbs and The One and Only Ivan. It’s 1948, and twelve-year-old Nick is ready for the best summer ever. He’s going to hang out with…
Kids Can Learn to Manage Emotions in this Gently Encouraging Picture Book
Nimbus learns how to weather her cloudy moods and accept help from her best friend, Kelp, in this charming and gently encouraging picture book companion to the New York Times bestselling Not Quite Narwhal and Perfectly Pegasus. Nimbus has so much fun being Kelp’s friend! Their days are filled with games, sunshine, and a whole…
A Crocodile Learns to Swim in a Hilarious Picture Book Debut
Jim the crocodile finds the courage to face his fear of swimming in this funny and charming debut picture book for fans of Jabari Jumps and Jean Reidy’s Truman! Jim the crocodile is scared of swimming—or rather, of sinking. His family’s swamp is just too deep, too dark, and too big. But maybe he could swim, if only there were a…
A Girl Learns to Move On From Grief, Drumsticks in Hand
Eleven-year-old April Jackson loves playing the drums, almost as much as she loves her best friend, Zee, a violin prodigy. They both dream of becoming professional musicians one day. When Zee starts attending a new school that will nurture his talent, April decides it’s time for her to pursue her dreams, too, and finally take…
Shark Scientist Melissa Cristina Márquez Creates a Picture Book on her Personal Journey
Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree and globally renowned shark scientist Melissa Cristina Márquez teams up with award-winning illustrator Devin Elle Kurtz to create an informative, powerful picture book. With lyrical writing and gorgeous art, this moving story explores Melissa’s personal journey from inquisitive ocean-loving child in Puerto Rico to becoming the Mother of Sharks. As the…
Discover the early life and legacy of groundbreaking writer Toni Morrison
Discover the early life and legacy of groundbreaking American writer Toni Morrison in this beautifully illustrated and “awe-inspiring” (School Library Journal, starred review) nonfiction picture book biography. Born Chloe Ardelia Wofford in Ohio, Toni Morrison grew up listening to her family tell myths, legends, and stories from the Bible. She loved hearing the music and…
A Brilliant Middle Grade Novel About Immigration and Identity
“[A] charming novel [that] explores the complexity of immigration and identity.” —Teen Vogue An Indian American girl navigates prejudice in her small town and learns the power of her own voice in this brilliant gem of a middle grade novel full of humor and heart, perfect for fans of Front Desk and Amina’s Voice. As the only Indian…
Young People's Pavilion 