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"A lovely read for ages 4–8 about individuality, kindness and learning that 'different' can actually be delicious." –Vanesa Josevski
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We are thrilled that Me & Lavender won a Grand Prize in SeasonsOfKidLit's 2025 Book Awards for Best Spring Book!
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Holly Niner, author of No More Noisy Nights, recently received the most heartwarming call from her son. Her 7-year-old grandson, who has been working hard to learn to read, wanted to read No More Noisy Nights to her!
Hearing him read her own story was a great joy.
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"...lyrical text paired with Eve Farb’s whimsical illustrations invite readers along on a grand adventure.... The most perfect read-aloud for a 'bring your favorite stuffed animal to school day!'"
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Excited for Dawson-Bryant Elementary’s Free Community Book Giveaway on Mar 26!
We donated 10 copies of these award-winning picture books to help inspire a love of reading in this community.
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The paperback edition of D is for Drool is out TODAY!
Perfect for fans of I Need My Monster who prefer their ABCs with a side of giggles and growls.
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Lottie Emily, advocate for global citizenship and sustainable development, shared her review of The Mess That We Made:
"A call to action to protect our marine life and oceans from #plasticpollution! Love that this book provides a list of ways to take action for readers 💪🏼"
@todaysparent.bsky.social lists Nicola Coughlan's reading of Carla's Glasses and Rita Moreno's reading of I Need My Monster among their recommended Storyline Online videos!
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Valentine’s Day is this Saturday! 💕
Celebrate the people you love, just like the boy and his dragon pal in the sweet board book I Love My Dragon.
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Wishing a happy 87th birthday to Jane Yolen, award-winning author of Giant Island and over 400 other beloved books!
We are truly honored to count her as one of our authors.
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The paperback edition of Carla's Sandwich is officially out TODAY! 🥪
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Happy birthday to Colombian-American actress Isabella Gomez! 🥳
Celebrate with her animated reading of La nevera de Maddi, the Spanish edition of Maddi's Fridge: storylineonline.net/books/la-nev...
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New review of Maddi's Fridge!
"...a well-written, cute picture book teaching about food insecurity in a relatable way for kids, sharing an excellent message about helping others & knowing when to ask for help." –Dr. Tina-Marie Matranga Howlett
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Tired of packing the same boring school lunches?🥪
Level up lunchtime with this printable Carla’s Sandwich Cookbook, packed with unique recipes that celebrate creativity and a little culinary courage:
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Just SNOW Already! was included in @ohthebookswelove's list of recommended winter books! She said Just SNOW Already! is one of her kids' year round favorites 🥰
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Clear your schedule tonight because it's #NationalDoggyDateNight! How will you spend time with your lovable pup?
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Paperback coming Feb 10!
Carla’s Sandwich celebrates being unique, with wacky lunches, wacky illustrations, and a heartwarming message about acceptance.
Available for pre-order: flashlightpress.com/carlas-sandw...
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A gentle story for big feelings.
“What I really loved is how gentle this book is. There’s no rushing Maya to ‘cheer up.’ Gramma simply meets her where she’s at, using humor, patience, and imagination.”–Vanesa Josevski
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Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? ❤️ I Love My Dragon is a sweet and playful board book that’s sure to steal hearts this February 14th!
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The Mess That We Made was selected for the UK Literacy Association’s Books for Young Environmentalists booklist!
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We're beyond thrilled to announce that Me & Lavender was nominated by the Ezra Jack Keats committee for the 2026 Ezra Jack Keats Award!
This award is given to an outstanding writer/illustrator early in their career.
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On #InternationalEnvironmentalEducationDay, The Mess That We Made helps kids learn how everyday trash impacts our oceans, blending rhythmic storytelling, gorgeous illustrations, and facts that inspire real change.
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A is for Arms, B is for Belly, D is for…Drool!
The award-winning ABC picture book will be released in paperback on Feb 3, 2026!
Companion to the I Need My Monster series.
Pre-order now:
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We loved this thoughtful review of That Cat Can't Stay from Vanesa Josevski:
"This one gave us a good giggle because it hit very close to home.... A fun, lighthearted read about compromise, persistence, and how families sometimes meet in the middle..."
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From cheering you up to reading bedtime stories, grandma makes every moment feel safe and special. Let's celebrate our grandmothers!
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Create an eco-friendly birthday bash!
Download our FREE party activity guide inspired by the picture book The Mess That We Made:
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Tag us in photos from your party so we can celebrate with you!
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How cool is this??
Superintendent Matt Fisher read When a Dragon Moves In at Dodge Elementary in celebration of #AppreciateADragonDay!
With Dodge's mascot being a dragon, it was the perfect way to spark school pride.
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Vanesa Josevski & son Max shared their review of Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick:
"The writing is thoughtful, warm and quietly powerful, handling big themes like aging, memory loss and kindness in a way kids can really understand."
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Grown-ups often make BIG New Year’s resolutions. But for kids, the new year is about taking small steps to learn/grow at their own pace.
These picture books can help turn resolutions into gentle goals for kids.
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Pterodactyl Show and Tell s
A boy brings his pet pterodactyl to school for show and tell... What could possibly go wrong?
"We love dinosaurs, busy illustrations, rhyming and words to improve our vocabulary!" –katieateapples
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