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Ruth Krauss: Exceptional Storyteller for Children

Any vintage children’s book collector will have undoubtedly been on a hunt for books by the exceptional storyteller Ruth Krauss. “Everything Under a Mushroom” showcases Krauss’ wordplay and ability to capture children’s imaginative play.It’s the first of her books to adorn my collection, and I now have two copies. Both […]

Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone – Sister Illustrators

Hunting for vintage books is a thrill because you never know what books you will unearth, like the delicate images and whimsical style of Janet and Anne Grahame Johnstone. Each book has enchanting woodland animals and dreamy landscapes.Immediately drawn to the vibrant colors, I knew I had stumbled upon something […]

Crimson Twill: Witch in the City by Kallie George

Title Crimson Twill: Witch in the CityAuthor Kallie GeorgeAge Recommendation 7-9Published by Penguin Random House Find it on: A bewitching chapter book perfect for the season. Crimson Twill is a unique young witch. She prefers polka dots and colour to black and a bow to adorn her pointy hat. Crimson […]

Skunk and Badger series by Amy Timberlake

Title Skunk and Badger seriesAuthor Amy TimberlakeIllustrations Jon Klassen Age Recommendation 8-12Published by Algonquin “fastest way to win a kingdom is by being kind and gentle instead of using violence and cruelty.” Find it on: Skunk and Badger seriesIn the first book, Badger is happy living alone in his aunt’s […]

Show Me a Sign by Ann Clare LeZotte

Cece Rios and the Desert of Souls, a middle grade book readers will love. A tale infused with Mexican American culture and Mesoamerican magic.

The Beatryce Prophecy by Kate DiCamillo

Cece Rios and the Desert of Souls, a middle grade book readers will love. A tale infused with Mexican American culture and Mesoamerican magic.

The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill

Cece Rios and the Desert of Souls, a middle grade book readers will love. A tale infused with Mexican American culture and Mesoamerican magic.

Cece Rios and the Desert of Souls by Kaela Rivera

Cece Rios and the Desert of Souls, a middle grade book readers will love. A tale infused with Mexican American culture and Mesoamerican magic.

Time is a Flower by Julie Morstad

Time is a Flower by Julie Morstad is a beautiful book featuring the concept of time through many perspectives. Find it here and here.

Picture Books with Big Feelings

These last eighteen months have been a rollercoaster of emotions and I have ridden a few of them. Swept up in a terrible mood, tightness in your chest, a sadness that lingers longer than we want – these can be big yet normal feelings. Picture books can be a therapeutic […]