Review: Where is Love?

A Gentle and Heartfelt Tale: Where Is Love? Helps Young Readers Navigate Loss with Hope and Resilience Annie’s journey in Where Is Love? is a tender exploration of loss, memory, and the enduring presence of love. Written by Annie Caboose, this heartfelt tale artfully balances a poignant storyline with a message that resonates with readersContinueContinue reading “Review: Where is Love?”

DON’T BLOW YOUR TOP!

On a sunny day in Paradise, Big Volcano and Little Volcano stand side by side, enjoying the peaceful scene. Suddenly, a colorful bird drops a small boulder onto Little Volcano. Uh-oh. Will Little Volcano erupt in anger? Previously, Little Volcano has had meltdowns, but Big Volcano teaches calming strategies: deep breathing, counting, and thinking happyContinueContinue reading “DON’T BLOW YOUR TOP!”

The Owls of Wickenden Wood: Review

Blending Storytelling with Handcrafted Art The Owls of Wickenden Wood by Shauna Kramer Barnes is a beautiful children’s story that also serves as an art book. Set in Wickenden Wood, the tale invites readers to journey alongside a hiker who encounters wise, mysteriously talking owls. What immediately stands out is the book’s aesthetic. Illustrator LeonidContinueContinue reading “The Owls of Wickenden Wood: Review”

INTERVIEW: Shauna Kramer Barnes

Exploring the Wisdom of the Wild Shauna Kramer Barnes brings the beauty and mystery of nature to life in her enchanting children’s book The Owls of Wickenden Wood. Inspired by her own experiences living near the real-life Wickenden Woods, Shauna’s story weaves together the silent grace of owls, the wisdom of the forest, and theContinueContinue reading “INTERVIEW: Shauna Kramer Barnes”

WHEN YOU CAN SWIM

This book offers beginning swimmers both comfort and the exciting promise of adventure and discovery that awaits “when you can swim.” The illustrations depict adults sharing the joys of water with their young ones, from the gentle shallows perfect for lazy afternoons to the magical depths of underwater worlds. Wong’s stunning watercolor-and-pastel artwork showcases hisContinueContinue reading “WHEN YOU CAN SWIM”

TINY BARBARIAN CONQUERS THE KRAKEN!

Tiny Barbarian is a small but mighty brown-skinned child, ready to conquer the world with his Viking helmet (a colander with horns), cape (a toilet rug in disguise), and club (a cardboard paper towel roll). Inspired by his hero, the film character Bob the Barbarian, Tiny dreams of swimming across oceans and battling a kraken,ContinueContinue reading “TINY BARBARIAN CONQUERS THE KRAKEN!”

Crystal Beach Interview

In this interview, we have the pleasure of speaking with Crystal Beach, the talented author and illustrator behind a heartwarming series of children’s books. Crystal’s work is deeply personal, drawing from her experiences as an adoptive mother of two daughters with complex medical needs and disabilities. Her books feature messages of inclusivity, support, and understanding.ContinueContinue reading “Crystal Beach Interview”

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