From award–winning chef Alexander Smalls and award-winning illustrator Frank Morrison comes a “vibrant visual narrative” of family, traditions, and the little moments shared at the dinner table.
Cory and the Seventh Story
By Brian McLaren and Gareth HigginsHow Cory the raccoon and his best friends try to restore peace in their village through the narrative power of storytelling.
Plague Thieves
By Caroline FernandezOrphaned and homeless in London 1665, all Rose and Lem have left are their wits, each other, and three bottles of Thieves Oil—a medicinal blend Father created that can protect people from the sickness.
Andy Johnson and the March for Justice
By Esau McCaulley. Illustrated by Emmanuel BoatengFrom the bestselling author of Reading While Black comes a sweet and inspiring picture book that weaves together history and faith to help families talk about how everyone—including children—can be a voice for justice.
Mamie Takes a Stand: The True Story of Mamie Tape, a Chinese American Girl's Fight for School Rights
By Marie Chan. Illustrated by Sian JamesMiddle-grade readers will learn the little-known story of Mamie Tape, an 8-year-old Chinese American girl whose family fought for her right to attend public school in San Francisco.
I Am Wind: An Autobiography
By Rachel Poliquin. Illustrated by Rachel WadaIn this beautifully illustrated mock-autobiography for middle-grade readers, Wind speaks directly to the reader, telling fascinating stories that show its cultural, historical, and technical importance to humans.
Bo Lu’s picture book is a moving story of empathy, forgiveness, and connection about an immigrant mother and daughter who discover they have more in common than they knew.
How to Make a Memory
By Elaine VickersA lyrical and gentle picture book about the joy and importance of making memories and cherishing life’s most special moments.
Gathered at the Table: Celebrating Communion
By Glenys Nellist. Illustrated by Anna KazimiWritten in prose and poetry, this children’s book begins with Jesus at the Last Supper and shows readers that though there are many ways to take communion, the meaning is the same: in Communion, we remember Jesus.
Mary and the Gardener
By Paul Kerensa. Illustrated by Leanne DaphneWith rich illustrations, Mary and the Gardener brings to life the Easter story, told through the eyes of the first person the risen Jesus appeared to: Mary Magdalene.
I Am Somebody
By Nyasha WilliamsAn empowering picture book about the importance of stepping up (and speaking up) to address injustice and effect change within our daily lives
A Star Shines Through
By Anna DesnitskayaA poignant story about a displaced family making a home in the aftermath of war.
A Sea of Gold: A Ukrainian Family's Story through the Generations
By Patricia PolaccoBeloved and bestselling storyteller Patricia Polacco draws on her Ukrainian heritage in this picture book following one family’s history through the generations and the powerful bond of their love.
Will's Race for Home
By Jewell Parker RhodesBestselling author Jewell Parker Rhodes goes west in this thrilling adventure story about a father and son who set out to win land during the Oklahoma Land Rush—if they can survive the journey.
My Hive: A Girl, Her Grandfather, and Their Honeybee Family
By Meredith May. Illustrated by Jasmin DwyerBy the author of the award-winning memoir The Honey Bus, a bittersweet picture book about a lonesome and fearful girl who finds herself at home with her grandfather and his honeybees.
Not Pop-Pop
By Angela De Groot. Illustrated by MacKenzie HaleyIn this tender picture book, a trip to the library turns into an adventure in kindness and a reminder that people experiencing homelessness deserve compassion and respect.
Between Two Brothers
By Crystal AllenInspired by real events, Between Two Brothers is a powerful and uplifting story about forgiveness, brotherhood, and the power of a family’s unconditional love.
Harvest of Hope
By Amanda H. Midkiff. Illustrated by Christopher FowlerIn her sequel to her middle school novel, Where the Crops Never Fail, author Amanda Midkiff returns 10 years later to the idyllic Riverside Farm in Virginia.
Penny Preaches: God Gives Good Gifts to Everyone!
By Amy Dixon and Rob Dixon. Illustrated by Jennifer DavisonWhen preaching from the front porch to her friends doesn't turn out as she expected, Penny wonders if she was wrong to want to teach others about God.
Maurice
By Jessixa BagleyThe winning personality of Corduroy meets the fable-like storytelling of Extra Yarn in this uplifting story about a dog and his music amidst a changing Paris.
Not Finished Yet: Trusting God with All My Feelings
By Sharon Garlough Brown. Illustrated by Jessica Linn EvansSometimes, you see, Wren and Gran didn't paint flowers or clouds or birds or trees. Sometimes they painted their feelings. She and Gran called it "painting prayers."
Kailani's Gift
By Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young. Illustrated by Lynnor BontigaoThis picture-book celebration of family, Filipino heritage, and dance showcases the value of patience, perseverance, and blessing others with your gifts and talents.
Five Stories
By Ellen WeinsteinFive children, from five different cultures and in five different decades, grow up in the same building on the Lower East Side of New York City.
The Christmas Elephant: A Nativity Story
By Maria Antonia. Illustrated by Laura ZarrinEllie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything. When Baby Jesus goes missing, Ellie must find him, or the play will be ruined!