The Bravest Knight Who Ever Lived by Daniel Errico illustrator Shiloh Penfield from Schiffer Publishing Cedric grew up poor and honest on a pumpkin farm, and dreamt of becoming a knight. One day he showed his courage by tricking a would-be carriage thief, and earned the chance to make his dream come true! After years of training, … Continue reading The Bravest Knight Who Ever Lived →

The Gift of Ramadan by Rabiah York Lumbard illustrator Laura K. Horton from Albert Whitman Sophia wants to fast for Ramadan this year. She tries to keep busy throughout the day so she won’t think about food. But when the smell of cookies is too much, she breaks her fast early. How can she be part … Continue reading The Gift of Ramadan →

Honeysmoke: A Story of Finding Your Color by Monique Fields illustrator Yesenia Moises from Imprint / Macmillan A young multiracial girl looks around her world for her color. She finally chooses her own, and creates a new word for herself―honeysmoke. Simone wants a color. She asks Mama, “Am I black or white?” “Boo,” Mama says, just like mamas … Continue reading Honeysmoke →