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From a spirited shark to a cheerful squirrel, the characters in these four graphic novels will inspire holiday cheer in readers.

From a glittering party in Harlem to a dazzling parade in Tokyo, from a baba's small patch of soil to a cadre of children learning to love who they are or stand up for others, the very best of 2023's picture books invite readers into pages to meet the world head on.

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In these 16 early readers and chapter books, children who are learning to read will see themselves reflected on the pages and feel a sense of accomplishment as they embark on their reading journeys.

With beautiful language and imagery, these eight poems teach children everything from animal facts to how to write a poem, while also allowing readers to sit back and have a good laugh.

A runaway dreidel, parading yokai, and dancing ornaments make these holiday picture books that much more magical.

The weighty subject of antiracism—actively dismantling the systems of oppression that are based on race—is made more approachable through these titles.

Hand these four books to YA readers who can't resist a sweet holiday love story.

These three titles are purrfect for beginning readers who enjoy all things feline.