Patrica Polacco has lived a challenging but storied life. In my review of The Art of Miss Chew, I touch on some of her experiences. What makes her storytelling remarkable is how she addresses her struggles honestly but also converts them into tales of hope and gratitude. Like The Art of Miss Chew, Palace of…
Category: Picture Books
The White House Cat
Although The White House Cat was published in 2022, long after the Biden family brought a cat to the White House, this cat isn’t a nod to their pet. The story is whimsical and not at all political.
The Art of Miss Chew
The Art of Miss Chew stands out as one of Patricia Polacco’s most powerful and personal stories.
A Bear In War – A True World War I Story
A Bear in War tells a true World War I story through the eyes of a teddy bear sent to comfort his owner’s father at the front.
The Scarlet Stockings Spy
In The Scarlet Stockings Spy, young Maddy Rose uses laundry as a secret code to spy on British ships, helping the Patriot cause during the American Revolution.
Lily’s Victory Garden
Lily’s Victory Garden follows Lily’s WWII journey to start a garden, bringing healing and hope to a grieving neighbor. A heartwarming tale of patriotism and neighborliness.
Jenny: The Airplane that Taught America to Fly
Jenny: The Airplane that Taught America to Fly tells the story of the iconic Jenny plane, blending history, technical insight, and Weitzman’s captivating art.
When Winter Comes
When Winter Comes enchants with beautiful illustrations and gentle prose, inviting readers to explore nature’s mysteries as winter unfolds. A delightful read!
Jennifer and Josephine
A rusty old car and a stray cat find adventure, friendship, and a surprising rescue in Jennifer and Josephine, Bill Peet’s charming tale of loyalty and courage.
This Book of Mine
A poetic celebration of books with charming illustrations, This Book of Mine shows how books bring adventure, comfort, and color to our lives.
Is This You?
Is This You? by Ruth Krauss and Crockett Johnson invites kids to create their own story with playful prompts and whimsical illustrations, blending fun with creativity.
Tomas and the Library Lady
In Tomas and the Library Lady, a migrant boy finds a library, forms a bond with a kind librarian, and discovers the power of stories, shaping his future.
The Box With Red Wheels
In a whimsical garden, curious barnyard animals discover a mysterious box with red wheels, revealing a sweet surprise: a baby inside!
Planting Stories: Pura Teresa Belpré
Planting Stories shares the inspiring tale of Pura Belpré, NYC’s first Puerto Rican librarian, who brought Puerto Rican folktales to life for kids.
Balderdash! John Newberry and The Boisterous Birth of Children’s Books
Balderdash! is a whimsical picture book biography of John Newbery, celebrating his creation of children’s literature with lively illustrations and fun text.