Woo Hoo! You’re Doing Great! by Sandra BoyntonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
One of my favorite picture books of 2023! A feel-good message without encourage toxic positivity.
The Tree and the River by Aaron BeckerMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Amazing wordless picture book that really speaks volumes.
Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion by Christina DendyMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
There’s a lot to enjoy in this inclusive story featuring a girl with Down Syndrome who wants to play games with her older sister and her friends. I loved that it’s about siblings and learning to get along with others while also incorporating American Sign Language.
This is a Story by John SchuMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
A celebration of books and libraries and the stories that connect us.
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea by Davide CalìMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Cute story. Reminds me of E.B. White’s Stuart Little and Emily Hughes’s Wild. Perfect for fans of Chirri and Chirra. I just loved what job he ends up having.
Nests by Pepe MárquezMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Cute story about birds and their nests and home. Works on so many levels. Unique illustrations.
A Beautiful House for Birds by Grace LinMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This board book series started back in October 2020. I loved the diversity in the illustrations and the fun way of introducing mathematical concepts to the youngest of readers. This one talks about recognizing patterns.
Where Are the Eggs? by Grace LinMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
This board book series started back in October 2020. I loved the diversity in the illustrations and the fun way of introducing mathematical concepts to the youngest of readers. This one talks about spatial sense
Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party by Saadia FaruqiMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Marya Khan is perfect for fans of Jo Jo Makoons and Ivy & Bean. Readers will find much to relate with her getting jealous of others having more than her or getting to do more than hers. They’ll laugh at the extent of what she’ll do to get what she wants especially as they tend to not work out the way she plans. Also introduces lots of great vocabulary.
The Astronomically Grand Plan by Rie NealMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
Space fans will love this new chapter book series about a third grader who wants to be the first astronaut with hearing aid. When her plans to achieve this goal with her best friend doesn’t go the way she expects, she must learn to course correct or give up altogether.
The Real Riley Mayes Graphic Novel by Rachel ElliottMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
I wanted to like this more but I just didn’t like the character. But I can see how others might enjoy the situations Riley Mayes gets herself into and her wild creativity. Dory Fantasmagory meets Melissa.
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The Chronicles Of A Children's Book Writer - Earl Dizon 
So many great books today Earl! I was surprised when I followed your link for The Tiny Tale of Little Pea, to discover that I had reviewed it for Netgally in 2017! I really appreciate these links to the Goodreads page. I know it’s not perfect, but since I started using a library extension with my browser, I can read about the book and see if my library has a copy all on one page!
I didn’t know about the Grace Lin board books. They look like a good option for baby shower gifts. Astrid Astronaut sounds great, too!
What a wonderful set of books, Earl! I need to track down the Sandra Boynton book once it comes out—I just bought a few of her other newer ones, because they NEVER get old! Hide and Shh also looks like a wonderful story—I made note of that one too. Thanks so much for the wonderful post!
Like others, I will find the new Boynton book, looks very fun. I’m waiting for my copy of This is A Story, know it will be special. I bookmarked “The Tiny Tale. . .”, too. Thanks for all, Earl!
I am going to look for the Woo Hoo book. It sounds great. 🙂