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crystalsmithart.bsky.social
Just read a fab #kidsbook by Davina Bell and Allison Colpoys (couldn't find them on BlSky). "Tomorrow is a Brand-New Day". Great read, sweet message.

My fav's from the book below:

#kidlit #kidlitreview #bookreview
Tomorrow is a Brand-New Day
March 19, 2025 at 12:35 AM
yabookscentral.bsky.social
#kidlitreview at YABC! #dung #debutauthor #humor
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January 7, 2025 at 3:17 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
Love this lyrically written #nf #picturebook!
@jstremer.bsky.social @gordywright.bsky.social
#Oriskany #kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitpicks #kidlitreview #kidbooks #childrensbooks #librarybooks #storytime #reading #readingrecommendation #bookrecommendation #writingcommunity
December 7, 2023 at 2:08 AM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
A sweet #picturebook of #family, #love, and #perseverance by @autumnleaflet.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitart #BookRecommendation #readingcommunity #crochet #read #kidlitreview #kidbooks #storytime #librarybooks #grandparents #SEL
December 9, 2023 at 3:27 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
I CAN BE ALL THREE is a powerful #picturebook by #SalimaAlikhan and #NoorSofi

#culture #kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitpicks #kidlitreview #kidbooks #childrensbooks #librarybooks #storytime #reading #readingrecommendations #bookrecommendations #writingcommunity #read
December 12, 2023 at 10:07 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
A fun & modern #fairytale by
@literallylynne.bsky.social
and Eva Santana.

#picturebook #kidlit #kidlitreview #childrensbooks #librarybooks #storytime #reading #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity #read #teacher #iteachreading #readaloud #SEL #rat #palacerat
January 14, 2024 at 9:55 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
A poetic #picturebook about the #ocean for this first day of summer! 
@reneemlatulippe.bsky.social #CecileMetzger

#poetry #kidlit #kidlitreview #childrensbooks #storytime #reading #BookRecommendation #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#readingcommunity #readaloud #STEM
June 20, 2024 at 11:00 PM
gloobooks.bsky.social
Want to read The Fib and review it before it publishes this October?!? Well here you go, it’s up on NetGalley waiting for you.

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#TheFib #kidlit #kidlitreview #libraries #BooksWorthReading #DiversityMatters #latinxauthor
pedroiniguez.bsky.social Pedro Iniguez @pedroiniguez.bsky.social · Mar 19
My debut picture book from @gloobooks.bsky.social, The Fib, is now available on NetGalley! If reviewers would like an early read, click on the link below! I am so proud of this book and love the amazing artwork by @nathankwan.bsky.social. Out October 7th!
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March 19, 2025 at 8:10 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
Check out this incredibly fun debut book by @katejenkslandry.bsky.social and Vivian Mineker!

#picturebooks #kidlit #kidlitillustration #plants #kidlitpicks #kidlitreview #kidbooks #venusflytrap #librarybooks #storytime #reading #readingrecommendations #bookrecommendations #booksbooksbooks
A 5-star review of Beatrice and Barb by Kate Jenks Landry and Vivian Mineker.
October 11, 2023 at 6:33 PM
flashlightpress.bsky.social
"A lovely read for ages 4–8 about individuality, kindness and learning that 'different' can actually be delicious." –Vanesa Josevski

Available now in paperback! flashlightpress.com/carlas-sandw...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #bookreview #nowinpaperback #kidlitreview #CelebrateDifferences
March 5, 2026 at 2:37 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
JULIE AND THE MANGO TREE — a fun and gorgeous new #picturebook by Sade Smith and @sayadaramdial.bsky.social

#picturebooklibrary #kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitpicks #kidlitreview #kidbooks #childrensbooks #librarybooks #storytime #reading #readingrecommendations #bookrecommendations
October 19, 2023 at 6:55 PM
brianmcl.com
📚👍Hotelitor, Luxury-Class Defense and Hospitality Unit is a MG adventure about being stranded in space, giant robot battles, capitalism & finding yourself. In the best way, it feels like the pilot episode of an animated show you'd watch as a family.
#KidLit #KidLitReview
@joshhicks.bsky.social
Cover of Josh Hick's graphic novel. In a style that's a lot anime and a bit American animation style, there's a giant robot, half in cross section with 4 teen hotel staffers in front looking worried or cross.
August 8, 2024 at 2:44 PM
onlypicturebooks.bsky.social
Just posted a review of Where Are You, Brontë? by Tomie dePaola & Barbara McClintock. PLUS, catch my photo diary from #ALAAC25 last week.

www.onlypicturebooks.com/2025/07/07/p...

www.onlypicturebooks.com/2025/06/30/i...

#PictureBooks #KidlitReview #ALAConference #AuthorLife #Reading
July 8, 2025 at 12:05 AM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
DEAR MR. G is an incredibly touching and powerful #picturebook. Check it out!

@christinenevans.bsky.social and #GraceyZhang

#kidlit #kidlitreview #read #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#loss #grief #friendship #letterwriting #neighbors
March 20, 2024 at 5:49 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
This sweet & powerful #picturebook celebrates #kindness, #compassion and our common humanity.
By Angela De Groot and Mackenzie Haley.

#homelessness #houseless
#kidlitreview #kidlit #storytime #reading #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#readingcommunity #SEL
A picture of the front cover of the picture book NOT POP-POP by Angela De Groot and Mackenzie Haley along with a picture of a library book stack, and a five-star review that reads: A wonderful resource for conversations about being houseless This is a sweet story of a boy who meets “Not Pop-Pop” at the library, a man who reminds him of his actual Pop-Pop. This book is a wonderful resource for initiating conversations about being unhoused as the characters highlight our common humanity. The book also features information at the back about helping others and tips for caregivers and teachers
November 14, 2024 at 11:49 AM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
Check out Rainbow Allies, a heartwarming story of #kindness and #inclusion!
@nchurnin.bsky.social
and Izzy Evans

#kidlitreview #EduSky #kidlit #picturebook #storytime #reading #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#readingcommunity #SEL #lgbtq #lgbtqally
A graphic titled Book Recommendation, a photo of the picture book Rainbow Allies by Nancy Churnin and Izzy Evans, a pride flag, and a picture of a group of children along with a five-star review that reads: A heartwarming story of kindness and inclusion This is the story of children who work together to bring kindness and inclusion back to their community. The fact that it’s a true story is absolutely heartwarming! This beautifully illustrated picture book shares themes of resilience, community, kindness, love, and problem solving. The book also features an author’s note at the back about this true story and information on how to be an LGBTQ ally.
December 12, 2024 at 12:01 PM
yabookscentral.bsky.social
#kidlitreview A TURKISH ROSH HASHANAH at YABC!
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#diversity #representationmatters #Jewish #RoshHashanah #familytraditions
January 12, 2025 at 3:45 PM
yabookscentral.bsky.social
#kidlitreview of BEAR AND BIRD is at YABC! Perfect for fans of Frog and Toad!
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#earlychapterbooks #independentreaders #readersbecomeleaders
January 14, 2025 at 10:20 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
I love this follow up to FAST FRIENDS!
#HeatherMOConnor #ClaudiaDavila @canscaip.bsky.social

#picturebook #kidlit #kidlitreview #read #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#read #readaloud #inclusion #disabilityinclusion #friendship
March 12, 2024 at 3:30 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
Check out this fresh picture book that combines friendship and math! By Lalena Fisher

#kidlitreview #EduSky #kidlit #picturebook #librarybooks #storytime #reading #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#readingcommunity #SEL #STEM #math #friendship
A graphic with the title Book recommendations and Alison McGauley‘s logo. The front cover of the picture book FRIENDS BEYOND MEASURE by Lalena Fisher along with a five-star review that reads: A fresh combination of friendship and math! This fresh picture book combines a story of a friend moving away with math concepts like measurement, sorting, and data management. Children will relate to fun with friends and losing a friend while enjoying the colorful pages full of charts, data, and detailed illustrations. This would make a wonderful read aloud at school that relates to social emotional learning and mathematics. there are also some small pictures of graphs and diagrams.
January 9, 2025 at 1:01 AM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
GOAT’S BOAT WON’T FLOAT is a super fun early reader and is perfect for this week as it features a
#turkey!🦃

@kimalarson.bsky.social
& Gozde Eyce

#kidlitreview
#EduSky
#childrensbooks
#kidlit
#earlyreader
#bookrecommendations
#parents
#teachers
#librarians
#readingcommunity
#goat
A graphic that is titled Book recommendation along with Alison McGauley’s logo. A picture of a goat and a turkey along with the front cover of the picture book goat’s boat won’t float by Kim Larson and Gozde Eyce along with a five-star review that reads: So much fun for new readers! Kids will love this early reader that includes humor, onomatopoeia, repetition, word play, animals, and lots of action. The illustrations are bright, silly, and entertaining! New readers will be giggling along to all of goat’s mishaps and wild adventures.
November 25, 2024 at 7:32 PM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
I WANT TO READ ALL THE BOOKS by Debbie Ridpath Ohi is perfect for booklovers of all ages! @debbieohi.com

#kidlitreview #kidlit #picturebook #librarybooks #storytime #reading #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#readingcommunity #SEL #booklovers
A picture of the front copy of the picture book I WANT TO READ ALL THE BOOKS by Debbie Ridpath Ohi along with some graphics of books and children reading and a five-star review that reads: Perfect for booklovers of all ages! This picture book is perfect for curious kids, lifelong learners, and all people who love books! Young Hana who wants to read all the books finds a way to share her curiosity, joy, and love for learning with others. The bright illustrations expertly capture Hana’s passion for books.
October 21, 2024 at 11:22 AM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
Check out this #picturebook that celebrates #selflove! 💕
@kidlitjenny.bsky.social #AlessiaGirasole

#SEL #kidlit #kidlitreview #childrensbooks #librarybooks #storytime #reading #bookrecommendations #parents #teachers #librarians #writingcommunity
#readingcommunity #read #readaloud
The front cover of I love Harriet Kipley along with a five star review on Amazon that reads: An important picture book about self-love This is a very important picture book about self-love, a topic that we don’t often see in children’s books. Children will relate to Harriet’s desire to make something special and unique and will enjoy the children’s drawings. The vibrant and inclusive illustrations along with the kid-friendly, spare text warmly invite readers into the story. People of all ages will benefit from the message in this sweet picture book.
June 6, 2024 at 11:49 AM
alisonmcgauley.bsky.social
ALPHABUDDIES by
Beth Bacon, Karen Kane & Eric Barclay is a perfect #readaloud for pre-K to grade 2 that’s full of learning and fun!

#kidlitreview #kidlit #EduSky #picturebook #librarybooks #bookrecommendations #librarians #teachers #SEL #iteachreading #lettersandsounds
A graphic that shows the front cover of the picture book ALPHABUDDIES by Beth Bacon, Karen Kane, and Eric Barclay, cartoons letters z, a, and g, and a 5-star review that reads: A perfect read aloud that connects to letters and taking turns! This picture book would make a perfect read aloud for pre-k to grade 2 when children are learning letters, sounds, and alphabetizing. This book is full of fun wordplay and colorful, playful illustrations. Children will certainly relate to the argument between the letters about wanting to go first! Check out Alphabuddies!
December 20, 2024 at 12:21 PM
flashlightpress.bsky.social
Check out this NEW review of Just SNOW Already! from author Rachel Smalley!

"I LOVE this book for so many reasons....what makes [it] a great read-aloud is the hilarity....packs every page with wacky events..." flashlightpress.com/just-snow-al...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #bookreview #snow #kidlitreview
January 12, 2026 at 1:08 PM