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Best Picture Books of 2022 That Celebrate Community

CHILDREN'S

ARAB ARAB ALL YEAR LONG!

by Cathy Camper ; illustrated by Sawsan Chalabi

A fun, informative window into the experiences of Arabs in the diaspora. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

SAL BOAT

by Thyra Heder ; illustrated by Thyra Heder

A literally buoyant reminder that sometimes it takes a village. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

POWWOW DAY

by Traci Sorell ; illustrated by Madelyn Goodnight

A heartwarming picture book about the roles of courage, culture, and community in the journey of personal healing. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

BIG TRUCK LITTLE ISLAND

by Chris Van Dusen ; illustrated by Chris Van Dusen

A perfect little slice of life with a unique take on kindness and compromise. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

THE WORLD BELONGED TO US

by Jacqueline Woodson ; illustrated by Leo Espinosa

A dream team of talent show and tell a delightful story of summers gone by. Full review >

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