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Funniest Picture Books of 2021

  • CHILDREN'S

    INVASION OF THE UNICORNS

    OCT. 19, 2021

  • CHILDREN'S

    SOMETHING'S WRONG!

    MARCH 23, 2021

CHILDREN'S

SOMETHING'S WRONG!

by Jory John ; illustrated by Erin Kraan

This underwear affair is wise, witty, and just brief enough. Full review >

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  • CHILDREN'S

    HOW TO APOLOGIZE

    MAY 11, 2021

CHILDREN'S

HOW TO APOLOGIZE

by David LaRochelle ; illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka

A necessary and entertaining approach to conflict resolution. Full review >

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  • CHILDREN'S

    RUFFLES AND THE RED, RED COAT

    OCT. 5, 2021

  • CHILDREN'S

    WHAT DOES LITTLE CROCODILE SAY?

    JUNE 15, 2021

CHILDREN'S

WHAT DOES LITTLE CROCODILE SAY?

by Eva Montanari ; illustrated by Eva Montanari

This endearing take on a common preschool scenario will make an appealing read-aloud at home or school. Full review >

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  • CHILDREN'S

    THE MYSTERIOUS SEA BUNNY

    JULY 20, 2021

CHILDREN'S

THE MYSTERIOUS SEA BUNNY

by Peter Raymundo ; illustrated by Peter Raymundo

Not just another fish story—will be a favorite with fledgling marine biologists and landlubbers everywhere. Full review >

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