Books That Spark Joy
June 27, 2023 No Comments
Book Recommendations: Book that spark JOY A few months back while I was walking around my local park I came across a group of middle-aged
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Book Review: Leaf Talks Peace
June 21, 2022 No Comments
Their latest book “Leaf Talks Peace” feels like a beautiful culmination of research, poetry, learning, and heart. The message of living in harmony flows through the author Priya Kumari’s words throughout the book and the illustrations by Anusha Santosh help bring it to life.
Book Review: A Case Of Sense
January 18, 2022 No Comments
Author: Songju Ma Daemicke Illustrator: Shennen Bersani Publisher: Arbordale Publishing This book review is a part of the efforts of MCBD to showcase multicultural books
Book Review: Bella’s Recipe For Success by Ana Siqueira
December 7, 2021 No Comments
Bella’s Recipe For Success Author: Ana Siqueira Illustrator: Geraldine-Rodriguez Publisher: Beaming Books A perfect book to read while you are baking treats for the holidays.
Book Review: A Vote for Susanna: The First Woman Mayor
November 23, 2021 No Comments
A Vote for Susanna: The First Woman Mayor sheds light on Susanna, the first woman Mayor in the backdrop of 1887, and all the obstacles she faced in her path. In addition, Karen also brings it back to the present day highlighting the strong bond between Susanna the grandparent, and Ed, the grandchild.
Book Review: Between Two Worlds
October 14, 2021 No Comments
Meera has so beautifully used words to bring out the beauty of the artist, Amrita Sher-Gill’s work. We get snippets into her life, her quest for identity, her unique style, her quiet rebellious personality. Ruchi Bakshi Sharma with her beautiful illustrations gives us glimpses into Amrita’s style of art and the meaning behind it.
Book Review: Where Three Oceans Meet
September 4, 2021 No Comments
Author: Rajani LaRocca Illustrator: Archana Sreenivasan Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers What an absolutely delightful read. Sejal is looking forward to an upcoming trip
Book Review: Moth and Butterfly TA-DA!
July 26, 2021 No Comments
This is a beautiful book and perfect for young children learning about how metamorphosis works. I love that it has a message of taking pride in our uniqueness along with teaching an important STEM topic.
BOOK REVIEW: Dancing in Thatha’s Footsteps
June 25, 2021 No Comments
In this story, Srividhya Venkat effortlessly weaves together a strong storyline, likable characters, and an important message- that Dance is for everyone. Yali books always puts out books that don’t just entertain but make you pause and think. This one is no exception. Illustrations by Kavitha Ramdhandran are vivid, and detailed and capture the spirit of dance.
Book Review: Malala’s Magic Pencil
June 8, 2021 No Comments
Author: Malala Yousafzai Illustrator: Kerascoet Publisher: Little Brown And Company The book begins with a question every child has probably asked himself, “Do you believe
Book Review: Lailah’s Lunchbox
May 17, 2021 No Comments
This book, like, Ramadan, teaches kids and us all an important lesson in empathy.
Book Review: Watercress
May 11, 2021 No Comments
..a masterfully crafted story that is gentle but powerful. As immigrants, first or second generation, we all struggle with nostalgia, the pressure to fit in, and the search for our unique identity. This book gives expression to all those feelings and turns the whole experience into something magical. It’s a therapy session in a picture book. Your kids will love it and so will you.