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Jabari Tries
Great storytelling and compelling content should win this book readers of all ages.
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Sion’s Misfortune
Despite the caveats about design, this is nevertheless a worthwhile addition to folktale collections.
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Acoustic Rooster’s Barnyard Boogie Starring Indigo Blume
Many characters who sporadically burst into song could make this a challenging read-aloud. Recommended for independent reading or one-on-one sharing with a child who needs a self-esteem boost and likes jazz and/or farm animals.
The Peddler and the Baker
A timeless story rich with Jewish tradition that can be enjoyed by everyone. Perfect for a story hour discussion.
The Ocean Calls: A Haenyeo Mermaid Story
This expressive story is a must-have for any collection. As a bonus, the back matter provides extensive history on the haenyeo tradition, along with safety protocols and quotes from divers.
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Birrarung Wilam: A Story from Aboriginal Australia
A necessary purchase, and co-written by a senior Aboriginal elder and the Yarra riverkeeper, this is one small step toward depicting a culture that is likely underrepresented in most collections.
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Love Is Powerful
It’s time to unpack activism for the picture book crowd, and this story conveys both the optimistic energy of peaceful mass protests and the exhilaration of what it’s like to demonstrate with large crowds.
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The World Needs More Purple People
Bell and Hart appear to have created the concept of “purple people” for this book, and although the label is nonsensical, the message is inspiring: Ask questions, advocate for positive change, and have fun while collaborating with members of your family and community.
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Mac and Cheese and the Personal Space Invader
The lesson about personal space is valuable, but the text lacks charm and the book’s artwork detracts from the message. And although the book is named after two guinea pigs, they barely feature in the tale.
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