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8 Picture Books Featuring Multicultural and Mixed Race Families

These 8 picture books, including Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle, showcase the love and diversity of family with mixed race and multicultural families of all sorts.

12 Of The Best New Children’s Books Out September 2023

September children’s book releases include many lovely books about activism, community, hope, and celebrating identity.

Best Picture Books for Building Classroom Community

I’ve used books like Your Name Is a Song by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, Luisa Uribe to connect with students, impart the importance of our mutual respect, and create a classroom community.

The 20 Most Influential Picture Books of All Time

A List of influential picture books that helped define the genre and move it forward, ranging from Peter Rabbit to Dragons Love Tacos.

12 Of The Best New Children’s Books Out August 2023

Check out these great August children's book releases, like Make a Move, Sunny Park by Jessica Kim and River of Mariposas by Mirelle Ortega.

Picture Books that Provide a Twist on a Traditional Fairy Tale

Amazing picture books that provide a much needed twist on traditional fairy tale stories, from Cinderella to Red Riding Hood.

12 Of The Best New Children’s Books Out July 2023

New children’s book releases include clever nonfiction picture books, thrilling middle grade fantasies, and more.

Grumpy Monkeys, Sneaky Alligators, and More: 10 Funny Books for Preschoolers

Grumpy monkeys, sneaky alligators, and more: here are the funny books for preschoolers that left me and my kid giggling, including Grumpy Monkey: Who Threw That?

12 Of The Best New Children’s Books Out June 2023

Get ready for the summer with these 12 June children's book releases, including Hawaiian fantasy Lei and the Fire Goddess by Malia Maunakea.

8 Picture Books To Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month

Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month and share these picture books with the youngest readers in your life.