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Best Picture Books of 2019 With Themes of Resilience

CHILDREN'S

THE UNDEFEATED

by Kwame Alexander ; illustrated by Kadir Nelson

An incredible connector text for young readers eager to graduate to weighty conversations about our yesterday, our now, and... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

FIX THAT CLOCK

by Kurt Cyrus ; illustrated by Kurt Cyrus

With lots to look at and a pleasing rhythm, this energetic repair project ticks along very nicely indeed. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

WHEN SPRING COMES TO THE DMZ

by Uk-Bae Lee ; illustrated by Uk-Bae Lee ; translated by Chungyon Won & Aileen Won

The cupboard is nearly bare of children’s books about the DMZ, making this an excellent introduction to the crises on the... Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

FRY BREAD

by Kevin Noble Maillard ; illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal

Fry bread is much more than food, as this book amply demonstrates. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LUBNA AND PEBBLE

by Wendy Meddour ; illustrated by Daniel Egnéus

A true celebration of the endless creativity and resilience of children. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE BELL RANG

by James E. Ransome ; illustrated by James E. Ransome

With spare text and gorgeous illustrations, this work represents a unique and engaging perspective on enslaved families. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE PHONE BOOTH IN MR. HIROTA'S GARDEN

by Heather Smith ; illustrated by Rachel Wada

A beautifully rendered tale of loss, love, grief, and gentle healing. Full review >

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