“Look at how a tiny collection of words, carefully arranged, can say so much. Poems are bite-sized worlds that can be snacked on word by word or swallowed whole in one big gulp. And, like a picture book, a poem always makes us feel something.”

This lovely picture book depicts the word “welcome” across a dozen languages and cultures, portraying diverse families who invite family/friends/strangers to come in and share a meal. We are reminded that hospitality is offered and celebrated across all cultures.

“Don’t worry, my little maggot,” said her mother. “I’m sure school will be just ghastly!”

What if you discovered an imaginary friend from your childhood whom you had completely forgotten about?

"If you've ever been frightened by a ghost, the thought of becoming friends with one might seem awfully scary."

“M - Moon. Crescent moon in the sky, Bend like me --- Watch clouds float by.”

This playful treat of a picture book offers the simplest of haiku riddles to younger readers. The answer to each is an animal and each animal then gives the next set of clues.