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Best Picture Books of 2020 for Animal Lovers

CHILDREN'S

THE BARNABUS PROJECT

by Terry Fan & Eric Fan with Devin Fan ; illustrated by Terry Fan & Eric Fan with Devin Fan

A heartfelt, timely allegory celebrating diversity, bravery, and solidarity. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

A MYSTERY IN THE FOREST

by Susanna Isern ; illustrated by Daniel Montero Galán ; translated by Jon Brokenbrow

This lovely book about forgiveness shows that friendship can form even in the most unlikely situations. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

LITTLE FOX

by Edward van de Vendel ; illustrated by Marije Tolman ; translated by David Colmer

A tender, brilliant tour de force from the Netherlands. Full review >

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