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Kidlit Deals for December 16, 2020

Hey kidlit pals! I hope that you are staying safe and cozy during the holiday season. I have another bunch of great book deals for you all, which lean heavily towards the chapter book range this time around. As always, these deals won’t last long, so get them while they’re hot!

Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan is a lovely classic and Newbery winner for just $2. Some of the other books in the series are also marked down under $5.

For another great historical award-winner, check out Our Only May Amelia by Jennifer L. Holm for just $4.

Fins by Randy Wayne White is about a group of kids helping a scientist research sharks–and keep them safe from poachers! Get it for $3.

The Game of Silence, the second book in the Birchbark series by Louise Erdrich, is just $4!

Do you have a kid who just loves cooking? Cooking Class Global Feast!: 44 Recipes That Celebrate the World’s Cultures by Deanna F. Cook is a kids’ cookbook with recipes from around the world, and it’s $3.

Donavan’s Word Jar by Monalisa DeGross is a great chapter book about a kid who collects words–and what he decides to do when his word jar is full, and it’s $5.

Brand New School, Brave New Ruby by Derrick D. Barnes is a great new series starter for $4.

Bobby the Brave (Sometimes) by Lisa Yee and Dan Santat is another fun book in a series that’s just $4.

Missing school? Our Class Is a Family by Shannon Olsen and Sandie Sonke is a picture book ode to teachers and classrooms for $3.

All of the books in the Jasmine Toguchi series by Debbie Michiko Florence are just under $5!

Happy reading!
Tirzah

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New Children’s Book Releases for December 15, 2020

Hey readers! I’m back with another week of children’s new releases!

Amy Wu and the Patchwork Dragon by Kat Zhang

This followup to the picture book Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao has Amy assigned to make a dragon in her craft class. But despite Amy’s best efforts, none of her dragons feel right until she rallies her family to make the perfect dragon that is uniquely Amy’s.

I Love Being Me by Mechal Renee Roe

This empowering beginning reader is a companion to picture books Cool Cuts and Happy Hair. This is a colorful and exciting rhyming book about young girls’ joy in being themselves and doing things they enjoy.

Li’l Rabbit’s Kwanzaa by Donna L. Washington and Shane W. Evans

This fun introduction to Kwanzaa follows Li’l Rabbit as he looks for the perfect gift to help his sick grandma celebrate the holiday when their annual feast is canceled. Though Li’l struggles at first to find the perfect something for Granna Rabbit, once he gets the help of his family and friends, he finds something just right.

The Truths We Hold: An American Journey (Young Reader’s Edition) by Kamala Harris (Backlist Bump)

Now in paperback is this middle grade version of the memoir from Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, tracing her influences and inspirations in her career as a public servant.

Mighty Justice: The Untold Story of Civil Rights Trailblazer Dovey Johnson Roundtree (Young Reader’s Edition) by Dovey Johson Roundtree, Katie Mccabe and Jabari Asim

This young reader’s adaptation of Dovey Johnson Roundtree’s memoir tells the story of the activist. She was one of the first Black women to join the U.S Army then an attorney in segregated court rooms (winning an important case that helped end Jim Crow laws in the South) and eventually a minister in a church that had never before ordained women.

Child of the Dream (A Memoir of 1963) by Sharon Robinson (Backlist Bump)

Now out in paperback is this middle grade memoir from Sharon Robinson, daughter of baseball star Jackie Robinson, about the year of 1963. At thirteen, Sharon gets a front row seat to the Civil Rights Movement and works to find her own place and voice in the fight.

Until next week!

Chelsea (@ChelseaBigBang on Twitter)

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Charming Chapter Books and Early Readers for Gift Giving

Every December, I love looking back at the year in books. Each year brings so many wonderful additions to children’s literature, and it is my honor to look at the books coming out every year and select my favorites. Last week I selected 18 of my favorite picture books from 2020, and this week is chapter books and early readers! These are books for burgeoning and newly independent readers (so fun!). Stay tuned, because next week is middle grade books…

  • Arlo and Pips: King of the Birds by Elise Gravel: A delightful new early graphic novel series featuring an arrogant crow and a little bird.
  • Narwhal’s Otter Friend by Ben Clanton: The fourth book in this adorable graphic novel series features a new friend, adventurous Otty the Otter!
  • Barkus: Dog Dreams by Patricia MacLachlan, illustrated by Marc Boutavant: Barkus has a stomachache in the second book of this exuberant early chapter book series.
  • Geeger the Robot Goes to School by Jarrett Lerner, illustrated by Serge Seidlitz: Geegor the Robot goes to school among humans and learns many things about people.
  • Stella Diaz Dreams Big by Angela Dominguez: Stella is having a great year in fourth grade, but has she gotten in over her head with all the activities she has committed to?

What are you reading these days? Let me know! Find me on Twitter at @KarinaYanGlaser, on Instagram at @KarinaIsReadingAndWriting, or email me at KarinaBookRiot@gmail.com.

Until next time!
Karina

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Kidlit Deals for December 9, 2020

Hey there, kidlit pals! I hope you’re having no trouble getting into the festive mood this time of the year. Book deals always make me feel extra happy, and luckily for us we’ve got no dearth of amazing deals for this last month of the year. Here’s a fantastic mix of picture books and novels for all the young readers in your life! As always, these deals won’t last long so grab them while they’re active.

Also An Octopus by Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Benji Davies is a zany and fun picture book that your fun-loving little one will adore, and it’s just $1.

Cloaked in Red by Vivian Vande Velde is a middle grade Red Riding Hood retelling that’s just $1.

Upside Down Magic by Sarah Mlynowskiy, Emily Jenkins, and Lauren Myracle is the inspiration for the Disney movie, and this first in a series is just $4!

Stella Díaz Has Something to Say by Angela Dominguez is a fun chapter book series starter for just under $5, if you’re looking for a new series.

Looking for a beautifully illustrated picture book? Ladder to the Moon by Maya Soetoro-Ng and illustrated by Yuyi Morales is $1.

For an absolute deal on a classic bundle, the Beatrix Potter Complete Tales includes 22 of her best-loved children’s books, and it’s $1.

The Tail of Emily Windsnap by Liz Kessler is a fun middle grade novel about a girl who discovers she’s half mermaid, and it’s free for a limited time.

Got an early reader who is tearing through books left and right? Most of the Magic Tree House books by Mary Pope Osborne are $5 and under!

Get the book that started it all! How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell is just $3!

Pippa’s Night Parade by Lisa Robinson and Lucy Fleming is a charming picture book about a highly imaginative young girl, and it’s just $1.

Happy reading!
Tirzah

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New Children’s Book Releases for December 8

Hey readers! We’re back with another week of children’s new releases!

Little Blue Truck’s Valentine by Alice Schertle

I know, I know, Valentine’s Day is forever away (or is it?), but it’s new Little Blue Truck! He’s back with rhymes and valentines for all his farm animal friends.

Sincerely, Emerson: A Girl, Her Letter, and the Helpers All Around Us by Emerson Weber and Jaclyn Sinquett

Early in the pandemic, a story went viral about a little girl named Emerson who wrote a thank you note to her mail carrier, Doug. This kicked off a national showing of appreciation for essential workers like Doug, and follows through in this cute picture book that draws attention to the essential workers we see each day.

The ABCs of Black History by Rio Cortez and Lauren Semmer

This alphabet book is…exactly what it says it is: Black history as told through the alphabet. This tells readers about key moments, places, and people, alongside colorful illustrations and charming writing.

A Year of Everyday Wonders by Cheryl B. Klein and Qin Leng

This sweet picture book illustrates all the ordinary firsts we encounter. First beach trips, first snowfalls, first missed bus, and the like, celebrating all the mundane firsts that give life its texture.

Rain Before Rainbows by Smriti Prasadam-Halls and David Litchfield

This heartfelt picture book follows a girl and her fox companion on a courageous journey through difficult times to find the rainbow on the other side.

Exploring the White House: Inside America’s Most Famous Home by Kate Anderson Bower

For any young readers looking to get a behind-the-scenes look at the White House, this book from historian Kate Anderson Bower goes into all the details. From the Secret Service to food service to all the staff who work there.

The Beast and the Bethany by Jack Meggit-Phillips and Isabelle Follath

This funny, macabre middle grade follows Ebenezer Tweezer, a man who is made immortal by his devotion to feeding the beast in his attic. When the beast requests a child for its next meal, Ebenezer finds the worst child he can, a horrible girl named Bethany. But when Ebenezer and Bethany become friends, he wishes she didn’t have to be eaten after all.

Until next week!

Chelsea (@ChelseaBigBang)

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Perfect Picture Books for Gift Giving!

I love giving books as gifts. It is one of my greatest pleasures to search for the exact right books to gift to a child. Here is a list of some of my favorite picture books published in 2020, ready to gift to your favorite kids.

  • The Old Truck by Jerome Pumphrey, illustrated by Jarrett Pumphrey: A working farm truck discovers new life with a new generation of farmers.
  • Fauja Singh Keeps Going by Simran Jeet Singh, illustrated by Baljinder Kaur: The true and inspiring story of the oldest person to ever run a marathon.
  • Packs: Strength in Numbers by Hannah Salyer: A beautifully illustrated book of animals who live in packs and herds.
  • A Fort on the Moon by Maggie Pouncey, illustrated by Larry Day: Two brothers collect items around their home in preparation for their trip to the moon.
  • I Talk Like A River by Jordan Scott, illustrated by Sydney Smith: A boy with a stutter finds his voice during a walk with his father by the river.
  • We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom, illustrated by Michaela Goade: A rallying cry for people to protect our water sources.
  • Your Place in the Universe by Jason Chin: A creative book about scale and perspective.
  • Black is a Rainbow Color by Angela Joy, illustrated by Ekua Holmes: A child reflects on the color of her skin in a celebration of her culture, history, and heritage.
  • If You Come to Earth by Sophie Blackall: A guide to explaining earth to strangers.
  • Lift by Minh Le, illustrated by Dan Santat: A found elevator button reveals a new adventure.
  • Like the Moon Loves the Sky by Hena Khan, illustrated by Saffa Khan: A mother’s gorgeous blessing for her child.
  • The Most Beautiful Thing by Kao Kalia Yang, illustrated by Khoa Le: A beautiful intergenerational story about a Hmong family.
  • Nana Akua Goes to School by Tricia Elam Walker, illustrated by April Harrison: A girl brings her West African grandmother to meet her classmates for the first time.
  • The Paper Boat by Thao Lam: A wordless picture book about a refugee family’s escape from Vietnam.
  • You Matter by Christian Robinson: A gorgeous book about seeing the world from many different perspectives.
  • Nacho’s Nachos by Sandra Nickel, illustrated by Oliver Dominguez: The history of everyone’s favorite snack.
  • Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away by Meg Medina, illustrated by Sonia Sanchez: Daniela’s best friend is moving away.
  • Bedtime for Sweet Creatures by Nikki Grimes, illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon: A young child resists sleep.

What are you reading these days? Let me know! Find me on Twitter at @KarinaYanGlaser, on Instagram at @KarinaIsReadingAndWriting, or email me at KarinaBookRiot@gmail.com.

Until next time!
Karina

Ginger Pye and Nala wish you a very happy holiday season!

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Kidlit Deals for December 2, 2020

Welcome to the end of the year, kidlit pals! I can’t believe it’s already December, and yet this book also feels like it’s been 200 months long! We are in the home stretch, though! And if you want tons of great reading to keep you going, good news–I have some great deals rounded up for you today! As always, these deals won’t last long, so snag them while you can!

Over and Under the Snow by Kate Messner and Silas Neal Christopher is a beautiful and educational picture book about the winter season, and it’s just $1.

Did you read and love Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls? Now get Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls 2 for only $3.

Any Big Nate fans here? Big Nate: Dibs on This Chair by Lincoln Peirce and many others in the series are under $5!

The Year of the Dog by Grace Lin (author of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon!) is just $2–and so are the sequels The Year of the Rat and Dumpling Days!

Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made by Stephen Pastis is free on Kindle for a limited time!

The picture book Hike by Pete Oswald is just $1!

Mooncakes by Loretta Seto and Renné Benoit is a great picture book about celebrating the Chinese Moon Festival, and it’s $5.

The Last Musketeer by Stuart Gibbs is just $4–plus it’s a great series starter!

The sixth book in The School for Good and Evil series, One True King, is just $3!

a volcano smokes and giant eyes look out from behind it. in the foreground, a teenage boy swims under a wave, pulling a fuzzy obscured figure behind him.

And did you miss The Storm Runner by JC Cervantes earlier? It’s back to just $2!

Happy reading!
Tirzah

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New Children’s Book Releases for December 1, 2020

Hey readers! We’re back with another week of children’s new releases!

The Square Root of Possible by Lyn Sisson-Talbert and David E. Talbert

For everyone watching Netflix’s Jingle Jangle on a loop, there are also some tie-in children’s books to keep the good time going! This picture book is based on the song from the film, about a down-on-his-luck inventor and the granddaughter hoping to inspire him to get back to work.

How to Build An Orchestra by Mary Auld and Elisa Paganelli

If you’re musically inclined, this book comes with downloadable music and accompanying CDs, about a conductor auditioning instruments for the orchestra.

Ritu Weds Chandni by Ameya Narvankar

This colorful picture book is about Ritu and Chandhi’s upcoming wedding, and Ritu’s niece Ayesha, who’s looking forward to the celebrations. But not everyone feels the same way and has vowed to stop the wedding, but Ayesha is determined to save her cousin’s big day.

Cat Kid Comic Club by Dav Pilkey

Just in time for the holidays, Dav Pilkey drops a new graphic novel about friends who introduce a group of frogs to the ins and outs of comic writing, focusing on creativity and persistence in making dreams come true.

Never After: The Thirteenth Fairy by Melissa de la Cruz

This new series from the author of The Descendents follows Filomena Jefferson-Cho, a girl who suddenly meets one of the heroes from her favorite book series. When he tells her that the story is real, Filomena is swept up in a world-saving adventure and a battle against an evil enchantress.

Goodbye, Mr. Terrupt by Rob Buyea

It’s the end of an era! The seven kids who met in Mr. Terupt’s fifth grade class are finally eighth-graders, and preparing to say goodbye at last to their favorite teacher.

Follow Me by K.R Alexander

Tamal is new in town and living in an infamous house that no one wants to go into. At first it seems no one wants to talk about what happened there, but then Tamal meets the terrifying ghost who resides in the house, who only he can see. And she wants to talk about it. And she wants something from Tamal.

Until next week!

Chelsea (@ChelseaBigBang)

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Beautiful Children’s Books to Gift for the Holidays

Hi Kid Lit Friends,

I always love making this post every year because it means it’s time for book gift giving! I want to give all of you ALL THE BOOKS!

The Complete Flower Fairies by Cicely Mary Barker

As always, the Folio Society comes out with beautiful new children’s books in beautiful slip covers. This collection of Flower Fairies books is absolutely stunning, with fully restored original paintings and line drawing decorations by the author. This is a perfect gift for anyone who loves gorgeous books and wants a truly stunning box set for their collection.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang by Ian Fleming, illustrated by John Burningham

Another new Folio edition, this children’s classic is about a decrepit ex-racing car saved from the wrecker’s yard and restored into a beautiful automobile with magical powers. This beautiful new edition pays homage to Fleming’s brilliant creation and includes every one of John Burningham’s unforgettable illustrations from the first editions. The author’s nephew, Fergus Fleming, has written an exclusive new afterword essay and this is illustrated with previously unpublished sketches, as well as photographs, some from the family archive, and Amherst Villiers’s original Chitty model designs.

The Little Mermaid by Jerry Pinkney

Oh, this beautiful book! Mr. Pinkney has created another work of art filled with luscious illustrations that fills every page. In this reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic, Melody, the littlest sea princess, is not content just to sing in the choir of mermaids like her sisters. She is an explorer who wonders about what lies above the water’s surface… especially the young girl she has spied from a distance. To meet her requires a terrible sacrifice: she trades her beautiful voice for a potion that gives her legs, so that she may live on land instead. But when trouble stirs beneath the ocean, Melody faces another impossible choice — stay with her friend, or reclaim her true identity and save her family.

Maps: Deluxe Edition by Aleksandra Mizielinkska and Daniel Mizielinkski

This oversized book is a perfect gift for budding explorers who love learning about the world. This is a great option during the pandemic when traveling is restricted. This book features new and updated material on every spread and twenty-four entirely new maps. In addition to geographic features like borders and cities, this volume features places of historical and cultural interest, eminent personalities, cultural events, and iconic animals, allowing you to explore the globe without leaving your couch.

All Because You Matter by Tami Charles, illustrated by Bryan Collier

I will buy any book that Bryan Collier illustrates! His unique style of watercolor and collage makes every book he works on a treasure of gorgeous art. Combined with Tami Charles’s lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and brown children everywhere, this book is a true gem and belongs on everyone’s bookshelf.

Alphabet Kingdom by Starla Michelle Halfmann

Another oversized book, this is the most beautiful alphabet book you will ever see. The letters of the English language come alive through the artwork of Austin-based fine artist Starla Michelle Halfmann. Children will learn and marvel as their ABCs become members of the animal kingdom. This is a book to treasure and love!

The Lost Spells by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris

This is a great book for older readers who love nature and poetry. The Lost Spells evokes the wonder of everyday nature, conjuring up red foxes, birch trees, jackdaws, and more in poems and illustrations that flow between the pages and into readers’ minds. Robert Macfarlane’s spell-poems and Jackie Morris’s watercolour illustrations are musical and magical: these are summoning spells, words of recollection, charms of protection. 

What are you reading these days? Let me know! Find me on Twitter at @KarinaYanGlaser, on Instagram at @KarinaIsReadingAndWriting, or email me at KarinaBookRiot@gmail.com.

Until next time!
Karina

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Kidlit Deals for November 25, 2020

Hey there, kidlit pals! I am grateful for you, and I just want to wish everyone who celebrates a very happy Thanksgiving tomorrow! In the meantime, if you’re looking for some great reading for this long weekend, buckle up because I have some excellent book deals for you! As always, these deals go fast, so be sure to snag them while they’re active!

Echo Mountain by Lauren Wolk is a new release, and it’s a lovely book about nature and resilience. Snag it for $3!

Masterminds by Gordon Korman is the first in a series and it’s $4.

The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau is another great series starter and practically a modern classic. Get it for $2.

Want to read Suzanne Collins’s series that she wrote before The Hunger Games? Gregor the Overlander is $4.

Unidentified Suburban Object by Mike Jung is just $4, if you need a good laugh.

The classic The Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson is $3.

Speaking of classics (in the making!), grab the Newbery winner Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg Medina for $5, and Newbery winner Hello, Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly for $2.

The Great Wall of Lucy Wu by Wendy Wan-Long Shang is $4, and is about a sixth-grader making peace with family change.

Wink by Rob Harrell is about a kid facing a rare cancer diagnosis, and it’s just $3.

Happy reading!

Tirzah