Readers will not want to part with this story of resilience. A World War II refugee tale that spotlights dedicated hard work. A must-have for public, elementary, and middle school libraries.
Based on the Peabody Award–winning podcast, fans of James Dashner’s The Maze Runner and Stranger Things will clamor for more of Mars Patel.
Chase writes the diverging, formative experiences of young Black girls beautifully. A necessary purchase for all collections.
Good for story time or art class, Hofmeyr’s French-inspired text doesn’t skimp on verbiage in this tale of a cat who makes good in Paris with her combination of confidence and disdain. Iconic illustrations add to the Parisian atmosphere.
This French import addresses the fears of the unknown in the night with a perfect resolution, plus a little whimsy thrown in for good measure. The gloom of night, impressively captured, make this ideal for one-on-one sharing.
Based in one family’s culture, the themes of families helping each other and coping with change are universal and timeless. Highly recommended.
A quiet young girl in a noisy world, Mary shows her loud, busy family that listening allows for more to be heard. With suitable tips on the practice of mindfulness, this title will be a welcome addition to every picture book collection.
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