Book Reviews

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You Are Light By Aaron Becker A poetic die-cut book that draws out the radiance in nature and each of us. You
The Boy Who Touched the Stars By José M. Hernández The true story of how José M. Hernández became an astronaut. Vision
The Song of Spring By Hendrik Jonas A cheerful and funny book about a little bird who forgets his song for attracting friends and winds up with a surprising collection of them. Hope
A Friend Like Iggy By Kathryn Cole A true tale about an accredited facilitator dog providing support to kids who disclose abuse. Being Present
Maybe Tomorrow? By Charlotte Agell A book about the power of patient friendship to lessen our sorrows. Being Present
Ojiichan's Gift By Chieri Uegaki How a girl's love of her grandfather's Zen garden becomes the touchstone of her creative response to grief. Kindness
The Silence Slips In By Alison Hughes An appealing depiction of the Silence as a gentle and protective creature who can be called when needed. Silence
Wish By Chris Saunders A charming tale about a rabbit who uses his three wishes to support his friends. Questing
The Boy Who Grew a Forest By Sophia Ghotz A boy saddened by deforestation in India's Brahmaputra River region enriches the soil and starts planting saplings. Transformation
If I Was the Sunshine By Julie Fogliano, Loren Long Poetic reflections on nature, connections, and love. Connections
The Biggest Puddle in the World By Mark Lee A three-day downpour leads two young children to explore where water comes from and where it goes. Connections
When I Found Grandma By Saumiya Balasubramaniam A multigenerational story about overcoming differences and discovering love. Love
Rosie and Rasmus By Serena Geddes A heartening tale about a girl and a dragon whose friendship helps them break through loneliness. Imagination
Stonewall By Rob Sanders A crucial moment in the history of LGBTQ+ rights told from the perspective of the Stonewall Inn. Hospitality
Look and Be Grateful By Tomie dePaola A board book primer on gratefulness practice by a beloved award-winning author and illustrator. Gratitude
Good Night, Wind By Linda Elovitz Marshall A Yiddish folktale about the wind needing to rest after a long winter. Gratitude
Squeezed By Alissa Quart A survey of how financially strapped middle-class families are having to rethink parenting and work. You
Sermons on the Parables By Howard Thurman, David B. Gowler, Kipton E. Jensen A collection of the African-American theologian's sermons on the many teachings conveyed through Jesus' parables. Meaning
Radically Happy By Phakchok Rinpoche, Erric Solomon A blend of the old and the new in a three-part program by a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and a Tibetan Buddhist teacher. Joy
Crafting Love By Maggie Oman Shannon A marvelous collection of craft projects to express your love for people, places, animals, and things. Love