Book Reviews

New Releases Print & E-Books Audiobooks Audio Programs For Children
Outside In By Deborah Underwood A warm, evocative reminder — essential during the pandemic — that we belong to the outdoors no matter where we are. Wonder
Freedom We Sing By Amyra Leon An exuberant, colorful, love-filled story that conveys the experience of embracing freedom. Questing
If We Were Gone By John Coy An exploration of how quickly plants and trees can reclaim a landscape in our absence. Transformation
Emily's Idea By Christine Evans How an inspired project like making multi-cultural paper-doll chains can spread around the world. Connections
Why Do We Cry? By Fran Pintadera Gentle and honest reassurance about the many reasons for tears. Compassion
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse By Charlie Mackesy Tender and timeless wisdom accompanied by poignantly beautiful ink and watercolor illustrations. Kindness
Things That Go Away By Beatrice Alemagna A funny, touching account of bubbles, tears, fears, and other things that transform. Transformation
William's Getaway By Annika Dunklee An appealing story for cooped-up children about an older boy's change of heart toward his tag-along little brother. Kindness
Lilah Tov Good Night By Ben Gundersheimer A beautifully illustrated bedtime tale that doubles as a poignant refugee story. Hope
Equality's Call By Deborah Diesen An inspiring reminder of the ongoing fight to make a founding ideal a reality for all. Justice
The Perfectly Perfect Wish By Lisa Mantchev How considering the needs of others allows a single wish to blossom into many. Yearning
Beautiful Shades of Brown By Nancy Churnin The true story of an African-American artist whose love of her craft brought her paintings to the National Portrait Gallery. Vision
Flight for Freedom By Kristen Fulton A story of courage, creativity, and resilience in the face of a repressive regime. Hope
A Way with Wild Things By Larissa Theule How a shy girl who loves nature discovers her voice. Reverence
Esther's Gragger By Martha Seif Simpson How a girl stands up against a bully in the spirit of Queen Esther. Hope
The Story of And By Sandy Eisenberg Sasso An encouraging fable in which dissimilar shapes learn what they can create together. Connections
The Breathing Book By Christopher Willard, Olivia Weisser An activity book for exploring the calming power of the breath. Being Present
Mindful Day By Deborah Hopkinson A gentle, attentive journey through the simple activities of a family's day. Being Present
Just Feel By Mallika Chopra A guide to emotional awareness for 8 - 12 year olds. Being Present
Leave It to Abigail! By Barb Rosenstock The biography of an early First Lady with political clout of her own. Enthusiasm