Collection: Junior Picture Books

A beautiful and reassuring story for anyone who has ever looked for--and finally found--the place where they belong. When a child loses their home, they embark on a journey toward rebuilding not only their sense of place but also their sense of belonging. As they meet other kids living in a varie...

You are Like You looks at all the different things that make up the very special person that is 'you'. From physical attributes to feelings, thoughts and ideas, this book explores the different aspects of what it means to be a unique individual. Beautifully illustrated picture books exploring per...

Did you know that the word 'pup' can be used to describe many types of baby animals? See what happens when ten different animals claim that they are a pup and the others are not pups! With its generous splash of chaos and silliness, You Are Not a Pup! is a fun picture book that kids will enjoy re...

"When I say something is unfair to me, but it's fair for you, what does that make it? When I meditate, it all gets clear. And if you listen, you will really hear. I am not alone. I am enough. It can be scary to feel like you're all on your own, especially in the face of prejudice. But always reme...

Two fuzzy creatures can't agree on who is small and who is big, until a couple of surprise guests show up, settling it once and for all!

A father tells his child that he's simply too tired to be Daddy tonight and asks his son to take over for him.

"A grandmother tells her granddaughter that she's too tired to be a Grandma tonight and asks her granddaughter to take over for her"--OCLC.

Follows a grandpa who, after a long day of playing pirates, gardening, skateboarding and more, tells his grandson he's simply too tired to be grandpa at bedtime and asks that his grandson take over for him.

"This collection of classic parental nags are cleverly betrayed by the situations shown, in which it's made clear that the child knows better. Each scenario is worthy of a giggle, adding a light-heartedness to the inevitable dynamics between parents and children"-- Provided by publisher.

Not many picture books for children can claim to be based on a unique idea, but this is one of those rare examples. Several years in the making, it engages with young people aged from 8 to 18, from the widest possible range of background and experience. They were asked what they would say to thei...