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Fresh, honest reviews of new picture books, chapter books, and hidden gems.

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Best New AAPI Heritage Month Picture Books for Kids (2026)

Looking for the best new AAPI Heritage Month picture books for kids? This 2026 book list features diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander stories celebrating family, culture, identity, traditions, and community through beautiful read-alouds.

AAPI Picture Books
Father's day books
Father’s day books

Best Father’s Day Books for Kids

Father’s Day is coming, and whether you’re looking for a laugh-out-loud dino romp or a book that’ll make Dad quietly wipe his eye and pretend something got in it — I’ve got you covered. These are my favorite picture books celebrating dads of every kind: the silly ones, the tender ones, the step-dads, the new dads, and yes, the ones who are suspiciously good at hide and seek.

The best Wordless Picture Books for Kids

Some books don’t need words to break your heart, spark a belly laugh, or leave you and your kid staring at each other like, did that just happen?! Wordless picture books are pure visual storytelling magic and honestly, they’re my secret weapon for getting kids to slow down, look closely, and make the story their own. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or a librarian, these are the titles worth talking about right now.

wordless books
Wordless picture books

Latest Reviews

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I review children’s books with honesty, warmth, and attention to what young readers actually enjoy. If you would like your book featured, reviewed, or included in a booklist, I would love to hear from you.

Curated Booklists

  • Best Father’s Day Books for Kids
  • The best Wordless Picture Books for Kids
  • Best Children’s Books About Travel and Exploring the World
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