Nominee: 2017 Cybils Award, Best Fiction Picture Book, Children's and Young Adult Grandmother Thorn treasures her garden, where not a leaf, twig or pebble is allowed out of place. But when a persistent plant sprouts without her permission, Grandmother begins to unravel. “Her hair became as tangled as the vines on her fence. Her garden fell into disrepair. One morning, she did not rake the path.” A dear friend, the passage of seasons, and a gift only nature can offer help Grandmother Thorn discover that some things are beyond our control, and that sweetness can blossom in unexpected places.

Grandmother Thorn

Children's Books

Howes, Katey

Science, Nature & How It Works

Chicago Review Press-Ripple Grove Press

Told from the perspective of a young girl learning to weave, Woven of the World is a lyrical meditation on the ancient art of weaving and what this beautiful craft can teach us. As rhythmic as the swish of a loom, and as vibrant as a skein of brightly dyed wool, this lyrical picture book shares the history and practice of weaving through the centuries and around the world, as imagined by a young weaver learning her craft. Her family's weaving practice helps her feel connected to the past and hopeful for the future. It shows her that each of us is a tapestry: a unique, rich, and beautifully interwoven combination of traits and traditions, with a pattern that is still emerging. At once a celebration of a time-honored art and a meditation on the ways we are interconnected, this artfully woven narrative gathers the threads of weaving as a technical skill, a cultural tradition, and as a metaphor for how our lives are knit together, into a radiantly intertwined whole. WEAVING AROUND THE WORLD: The vignettes in this book give just a few glimpses into the world's countless weaving traditions. They highlight milestone moments in history, as well as ongoing, contemporary artistry. From the nomadic Fulani of West Africa to the Coastal Salish of North America, and from Uzbekistan to Peru to Egypt, this lush picture book celebrates eight moments in weaving history around the world. GORGEOUS READ-ALOUD: This lyrical picture book is written in perfect rhyme, making it a satisfying read-aloud. The lush and eye-catching illustrations are filled with an abundance of decorative detail on every page, making it a rewarding re-read. WEAVING AS A METAPHOR FOR LIFE: When weaving, there is uncertainty about how the pattern will unfold--just as there is uncertainty about how our lives will unfold. INFORMATIVE BACKMATTER: Back matter includes nonfiction content on the history of weaving, how weaving works, as well as an Author's and Illustrator's Note. &nbsp; Perfect for: Parents and grandparents Teachers and librarians Fans of weaving or folk arts

Woven of the World

MIRTALIPOVA, DINARA

Literature & Fiction

Chronicle Books+

“Howe’s text has just the right tone and is highly relatable, while Fabbretti’s illustrations are comic book bold, funny, and capture myriad emotions. VERDICT A girl who loves inventing finds an unexpected ally in her uncle’s bride-to-be. Fun text meets spot-on illustrations with a little learning thrown in—it’s a winning combo. —School Library Journal Meet Magnolia Mudd: an inventive girl who’d rather tighten a nut and a bolt than tie a ribbon or bow. For Magnolia Mudd, her Uncle Jamie is the very best grown-up. He always invents cool things with her . . . until the day he and Miss Emily announce their engagement. That’s bad enough—but even worse, Miss Emily wants Magnolia to be a FLOWER GIRL! No way is Magnolia tossing petals. But it turns out that Uncle Jamie’s new bride-to-be may be more fun that Magnolia ever imagined . . .

Magnolia Mudd and the Super Jumptastic Launcher Deluxe

Fabbretti, Valerio

Union Square Kids

How many things can you make in a day? A tower, a friend, a change? Rhyme, repetition, and a few seemingly straightforward questions engage young readers in a discussion about the many things we make―and the ways we can make a difference in the world. This simple, layered story celebrates creativity through beautiful rhyming verse and vibrant illustrations with a timely message.

Be a Maker

Arts, Music & Photography

Carolrhoda Books ®

Product Description 
A lovebird who doesn't like kisses?! 
Rissy's friends and family wonder if she's sick, confused, or rude. But kisses make Rissy uncomfortable. Can one little lovebird show everyone that there's no one right way to show you care? Rissy No Kissies carries the message that "your body and your heart are yours, and you choose how to share." A note at the end provides further information for kids, parents, and educators about body autonomy, consent, and different ways to show affection. 
"This is an artistic gem for consent discussions, sensory-processing contexts, and anyone who champions children's agency and bodily autonomy. Radiant."―starred, Kirkus Reviews 
 Review 
"Rissy, a gumdrop-shaped lovebird painted in a yellow-green gradient, is seen as an anomaly for repeatedly refusing the kisses of her affectionate neighbors, family, and friends, which make her feel 'worried, weird, and wrong.' Rissy wonders if she will ever find belonging if she can't accept others' smooches, until her mother imparts a valuable truth: 'Your body and your heart are yours, and you choose how to share./ You get to pick the ways you want to show us that you care.' Howes's experience with neurodiverse people informs this sprightly rhyming narrative; a refrain ('No kissies!') and soft watercolor art by Engle reinforce the message that speaking up for one's bodily agency should always be embraced. Back matter includes a note to kids and one for caretakers."―starred, Publishers Weekly\n"A young bird, warm and lively, can't bear kissing. Rissy is a solid, roundish, colorful lovebird with three siblings, one mother, and one father who are all also lovebirds. They're an affectionate bunch, as are their friends and relatives. Rissy's on board for holding wings, 'sky-high hugs,' tumbling, and roughhousing, but she can't bear kisses (giving or receiving). She heads them off admirably―'"No kissies!" Rissy chirrup[s] with a most emphatic squeak'―but it's stressful for her. Miss Bluebird accuses her of confusion, Grandma Lovebird of rudeness; schoolmates 'think Rissy's being mean.' Why? 'We know lovebirds all love kisses,' they parrot. '"Am I mean, Mom?" Rissy wondered, / "or confused or rude or sick? / Are you certain I'm a lovebird? / Are you sure that I'm your chick? // Kissies make my tummy icky. / I feel worried, weird, and wrong. // If I can't show love with kissies, / then I'll never quite belong."' Mom's bolstering of Rissy's boundaries and reassurance that she's a lovebird family member are cheerworthy; now Rissy can explain her preferences more fully, with greater assurance than before, secure in her family and identity. Howes' rhyming verse is both rollicking and steady, which offsets Rissy's vulnerability without undermining it. Engle's wonderfully stocky lovebirds are multicolored, with watercolor hue gradations and expressive beak shapes. This is an artistic gem for consent discussions, sensory-processing contexts, and anyone who champions children's agency and bodily autonomy. Radiant."―starred, Kirkus Reviews\n"Rissy is a lovebird hatchling, with one unusual quirk: she doesn't like kisses! One by one, her family and friends learn this the hard way, as they attempt to show affection, tuck her into the nest, or soothe her boo-boos. Each time, Rissy responds with the same 'emphatic squeak': 'No kissies!' The other birds wonder if Rissy is sick or confused or just mean and rude, but when she despairs that she'll never belong, her mother assures her that she is still a true lovebird and that how she chooses to receive or show affection is entirely her choice. It's a purposeful story, but Howes' sing-song, rhyming text, coupled with Engle's charming characters and gentle watercolors, makes it an easy means of conveying big concepts―body autonomy, boundaries, consent―to the littlest readers. Back matter includes a 'note to kids,' sharing small lessons on establishing boundaries and respecting others', as well as a 'not

Rissy No Kissies

Animals

Where the Deer Slip Through

Beach Lane Books

A delightful rhyming picture book for back-to-school about working together and including others! A class of a dozen reindeer is preparing for the big showcase night event when a new student arrives. This isn't a big deal until it's time to divide in groups, and there's a leftover reindeer every single time. How will the class make sure everyone feels included? And what will they learn in the process? Back matter includes facts about division and prime numbers and practical tips for what to do when you or someone else is left out of the group. An excellent read-aloud for both school and home libraries, this is a perfect gift for back-to-school or any time of year!

The Reindeer Remainders: A Lesson in Working Together and Including Others

Sourcebooks Explore

We all hold the seed of something wonderful inside us, just waiting for the right moment to bloom. In A Poem Grows Inside You, the seed of an idea waits for the rhythm of the rainfall to awaken it, then takes root and begins to grow. At once a celebration of the deep connection creatives have with their art and an acknowledgement of the courage it takes to let it into the sun, this beautifully illustrated picture book encourages readers to nurture their talents and boldly share them with the world.

A Poem Grows Inside You

The Innovation Press

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