I Definitely Don’t Like Winter by Fiona Barker is a brightly illustrated picture book about two squirrel friends named Hoog and Hank. Hank is a lover of summer while Hoog is a lover of winter. The two enjoy summer together but when winter comes Hoog is excited for snow and all of the things that winter…
In “The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs” picture book, Yaffa is a girl who cherishes her family, home, and the lively Polish town of Eishyshok. She enjoys helping her Grandma Alte in her photography studio, where they capture special moments for the town’s people. These photos were…
Step into the world of Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Dean Robbins’ adorable book, “You’re a Star, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.” Read on for our thoughts on this picture book that is a great choice to read during Jewish American History Month. Dean Robbins’ “You’re a Star, Ruth Bader Ginsburg” presents the iconic Supreme Court Justice in…
Graphic novels have become an increasingly popular medium for storytelling, especially among tweens who are drawn to their vibrant illustrations and engrossing plots. In this review, we’ll dive into “Courage to Dream”, a unique graphic novel with an imaginative plot and stunning artwork. “Courage to Dream,” a graphic novel by National Book Award winner Neal…
In the graphic novel “Rocket and Groot: Tales of Terror” the famous duo go on another misadventure as they set out to pull off their latest (and possibly not-so-successful) heist. Their grand plans take an unexpected turn when they find themselves trapped in a dark forest, facing a daring challenge: they must tell the scariest…
The picture book “Tala Learns to Siva” by Kealani Netane invites readers into the vibrant world of young Tala, who dreams of mastering the traditional Samoan dance, the Taualuga, much like her beloved Aunty Sina. Tala’s journey is marked by frustration as her legs feel too bouncy, her arms too stiff, and she lacks her…
