Jovita Wore Pants is a powerful and beautifully told picture book that introduces young readers to the real-life story of Jovita Valdovinos—a courageous girl who defied expectations and fought for what she believed in. From the very beginning of Jovita Wore Pants, Jovita stands out as a spirited and athletic child who longs for freedom,…
Blood in the Water marks an impressive middle-grade debut from Tiffany D. Jackson, delivering a sharp, suspenseful mystery filledwith social commentary and emotional depth. Read on for a spoiler-free book review of Tiffany D. Jackson’s Blood in the Water. Set on Martha’s Vineyard, a place long known as a haven and cultural refuge for the…
The Board book It’s Time for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by Lilibeth M. Jimenez is a colorful and heartfelt that cheerfully introduces young readers to the traditions of Día de los Muertos. Through the eyes of of a little girl named Meli, children follow along as she and her family prepare…
It’s Christmas, David! captures everything parents and kids love about the holiday season. It’s the excitement, the chaos, and those hilarious moments that come with trying to be “good” when it’s just so much fun to be a little bit naughty. In this festive board book, David is doing his best to stay on Santa’s…
Moving is hard at any age, but for a middle grader, it can feel like the end of the world. Leaving behind friends, familiar places, and everything that feels safe can be overwhelming. Winging It by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter perfectly captures that feeling of being uprooted and starting over somewhere completely…
Alan Gratz’s Refugee novel hit the bestseller list with it’s stories of children fleeing war torn countries. Scholastic will release a graphic novel adaptation of the novel later this year and we got a chance to review a copy. Read on for a spoiler-free review of Refugee by Alan Gratz with artwork by Syd Fini….
Need a new bedtime picture book for storytime? Scholastic Books has released Millie Fleur Saves the Night which encourages kids to discover how the darkness and night can be magical. read on for a spoiler0free review of the picture book Millie Fleur Saves the Night. Millie Fleur Saves the Night is the charming sequel to…
Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time. Known as the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time), Messi’s incredible talent and achievements have inspired millions around the world. But the new picture book by Scholastic, Messi’s Magic, goes beyond the trophies and records to tell the story of the…
Ballet Brown is a beautifully written and inspiring picture book that’s all about speaking up, celebrating inclusion, and making space for everyone in the world of dance. Written by Bellen Woodard, who is the same young activist behind the More Than Peach project and book, this story is both empowering and relatable for kids and…
The Squad by Christina Soontornvat, illustrated by Joanna Cacao, is a uplifting graphic novel about navigating middle school, friendships, and big changes. This is the second book in the series and follows Christina, an eighth-grader, as she continues her cheerleading journey. Read on for a review of The Squad, published by Scholastic Inc. Christina feels…
