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Best Picture Books of 2020 for the Sense of Wonder Shelf

CHILDREN'S

PACKS

by Hannah Salyer ; illustrated by Hannah Salyer

Part natural science, part deep ecology, wholly captivating. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

BIRRARUNG WILAM

by Aunty Joy Murphy & Andrew Kelly ; illustrated by Lisa Kennedy

Wilam, home, takes many forms for a plethora of animals in this striking Aboriginal story. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

CROSSINGS

by Katy S. Duffield ; illustrated by Mike Orodán

An unusual focus on one way humans and animals can coexist in our world. Full review >

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