Book Reviews

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The Undefeated By Kwame Alexander An ode to the resilience and accomplishments of African Americans. You
The Thank-You Game By Katie Bloom How a simple game transforms feelings of lack into assurance that all is well. Gratitude
It Feels Good to Be Yourself By Theresa Thorn An engaging, helpful introduction to varied gender expressions. You
You Are Never Alone By Elin Kelsey A joyously loving book about the myriad of natural connections that support and sustain us. Connections
Big Breath By William Meyer Endearing watercolor illustrations and gentle instructions for breathing in spaciousness and light. Being Present
What If ... By Thierry Lenain Imaginative reflections on how to heal the world when we don't limit the possibilities. Vision
Grandpa's Stories By Joseph Coelho An affectionate tale of a young girl's relationship with her grandfather, which transcends death. Love
Sweet Dreamers By Isabelle Simler A soothing account of many creatures' nighttime reveries. Reverence
When You Are Brave By Pat Zietlow Miller Heartwarming encouragement for transitional times and other life challenges. Transformation
Just Like Rube Goldberg By Sarah Aronson An improbable and inefficient chain reaction of a life that winds up making perfect sense. Imagination
You Are Home By Evan Turk A poetic immersion in the sights, smells, and sounds of these cherished lands. Beauty
My Shoes and I (Mis Zapatos Y Yo) By Rene Colato Lainez A bilingual picture book about the rugged journey a boy and his shoes make from El Salvador to the United States. Questing
Summer By Cao Wenxuan How the animals discover cooperation's power to ward off heat. Kindness
Hildegard of Bingen By Demi The story of the multi-talented mystic, musician, and saint who was one of the most influential people of her time. Devotion
River Rescue By Jennifer Keats Curtis, Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc. The true story of the Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research team's efforts to save wildlife after oil spills. Compassion
Zen Happiness By Jon J. Muth Charmingly illustrated aphorisms that bring forth joy. Joy
Noah Builds an Ark By Kate Banks An urban child's take-off on the traditional Bible story, with an emphasis on ecological stewardship. Kindness
Margaret's First Holy Week By Jon M. Sweeney The latest adventures in prayer, penance, and liturgy of the Pope's adopted cat. Faith
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