

Most Anticipated Picture Books of 2018
in Raising Readers2017 brought us some amazing picture books: Dragons Love Tacos 2, Rice & Rocks Check out my list of most anticipated picture books of 2018. NicoleWater, melanin, bones, blood. In route to death, while I’m here, might as well get shit accomplished. Photographer, fitness...
“I Am Enough” and it’s powerful message to young children
March 6, 2018 in Raising ReadersI Am Enough is the picture book everyone needs. This is a gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another—from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. This is the perfect gift for...
Problem Solving with Gracie La Roo
March 1, 2018 in Raising ReadersGracie La Roo by Marsha Qualey Description Gracie LaRoo is a synchronized swimming pig extraordinaire! Follow Gracie as she shoots for the gold medal; uses her dazzling moves in a Piggywood movie; visits her old school and shows her former coach just how hard...
The Magician’s Hat by Malcolm Mitchell
February 20, 2018 in Raising ReadersAbout The Magician’s Hat Super Bowl champion and literacy crusader Malcolm Mitchell presents the story of a magician who reveals an awe-inspiring treasure from his bag of tricks — books that make every kid’s dream come true! This is not your typical afternoon at...
Unplugged by Steve Antony
in Raising ReadersFrom @scholasticinc Meet Blip. Blip loves being plugged into her computer. When a blackout occurs, Blip trips over her wire and tumbles outside. Suddenly, Blip’s gray world is filled with color and excitement. She plays with her new friends and has adventures all day long. When...
Akua’s Masterpiece by Oladoyin Oldapo
February 19, 2018 in Raising ReadersAkua’s Masterpiece by Oladoyin Oladapo and Lynn Ma is the story of a little girl who receives a brand new camera. Throughout the story we see Akua come alive as she explores her community photographing it as she goes. The best part of the...
Let The Children March
February 13, 2018 in Raising ReadersSynopsis In 1963 Birmingham, Alabama, thousands of African American children volunteered to march for their civil rights after hearing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak. They protested the laws that kept black people separate from white people. Facing fear, hate, and danger, these children...
Celebrate Carnival with “The Carnival Prince”
February 12, 2018 in Raising ReadersToday’s review is The Carnival Prince by Daniel J. O’Brien. This is a beautifully illustrated tale from Trinidad and Tobago. The boy with antlers is a wonderfully inspiring character, as we come to see from the book. From curious and shy to a great...
This is IT! Author Interview + Giveaway
February 8, 2018 in Raising ReadersI’m so excited to share with you this amazing trailer for the new book “This is IT” by Daria Peoples-Riley. Daria Peoples-Riley’s debut picture book is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and dance. Fans of Misty Copeland’s Firebird and Matt de la Peña’s Last Stop on Market...
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