We loved these books and will repeat reading them every often. This time many of our story picks are must-read.
Best Book - Overall
# 1 Nina
In an easy-to-understand style, the book tells the narrative of Nina Simone and her struggles and achievements. The bright illustrations add to the plot. Children will be captivated by the story and the drawings. Check our full review by clicking on the book icon.
Nina by Traci N. Todd, illustrated by Christian Robinson, is a kid-friendly biography of Nina Simone that can help children learn about history and an inspiring personality.
# 2 What Do You Do With an Idea?
The narrative is about a little boy who nurtured and gave life to his idea. Young children may be inspired by the child and seek to bring their ideas to fruition. The illustrations complement the plot exceptionally. Check our full review by clicking on the book icon.
What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada, illustrated by Mae Besom, will inspire people of all ages to nurture their ideas and change the world around them.
# 3 This Old Madrone Tree
The book is the author's ode to the Madrone tree, elegantly seizing the essence of their optimism while delicately discussing its sacrifice. The illustrations are whimsical and capture the mood of the plot. Check our full review by clicking on the book icon.
This Old Madrone Tree by Barbara Herkert, gorgeously illustrated by Marlo Garnsworthy, can help children understand and cherish the beauty of trees and have a greater appreciation for nature.
Best Book - Illustration
# 1 Milo Imagines the World
The story revolves around a little boy's subway ride and his imagination, with big plot twists towards the end. While the story's message is that you shouldn't judge humans based on how they look or what they wear, the story may not be suitable for all children and requires parental discretion. The illustrations are ideal for the plot. Check our full review by clicking on the book icon.
Milo learns not to judge people based on their appearance in Matt de la Peña's Milo Imagines the World, which is gorgeously illustrated by Christian Robinson.
# 2 The Lost Package
The plot revolves around the fate of a parcel containing a gift for someone. The book can assist young children in understanding the flow of the package. It may captivate them with the box's adventure before arriving at its destination. The illustrations are accurate and make the plot more interesting. Check our full review by clicking on the book icon.
The Lost Package, written by Richard Ho and gorgeously illustrated by Jessica Lanan, can be both a children's adventure book and an adult book with a philosophical message.
# 3 Chinyere and the Words that Grow Grow Grow
Many facets of children's emotions are addressed in the book, including love, fear, and self-doubt. Children can quickly pick up new words and follow the daily routine of repeating affirmations. The illustrations are colorful and add to the plot. Check our full review by clicking on the book icon.
The positive affirmations in Joy Ufomadu's Chinyere and the Words that Grow Grow Grow, illustrated by Monique Mortimer, will encourage and reassure children to be bold and confident while showing compassion and love.