Best Children's Books of 2012

by Katherine Applegate illustrated by Patricia Castelao

Utterly believable, this bittersweet story, complete with an author’s note identifying the real Ivan, will inspire a new... Full review >

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by Mac Barnett & illustrated by Jon Klassen

A quiet story of sharing with no strings attached. Full review >

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by Philip C. Stead & illustrated by Erin E. Stead

The Steads’ work adopts a folkloric approach to cooperative relationships; the affectionately rendered animals that stand in... Full review >

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by Brian Farrey & illustrated by Brett Helquist

Bangers! (Fantasy. 8-12) Full review >

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by Amy Novesky & illustrated by Yuyi Morales

Accessible, unfussy and visually charming. Full review >

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by Robyn Eversole illustrated by Scott Campbell

This primer on friendship wrapped in hijinks is paced for maximum pleasure. Full review >

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by Shane W. Evans & illustrated by Shane W. Evans

Share with readers of all ages as a beautiful message about peaceful protest and purposeful action. Full review >

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by Marilyn Singer & illustrated by LeUyen Pham

A thrilling integration of verse and image, motivating all to serious fun. Full review >

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by Julie Fogliano & illustrated by Erin E. Stead

This sweet seedling will undoubtedly take root and thrive. Full review >

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by Peter Catalanotto & illustrated by Peter Catalanotto

Grown-ups beware. Youngsters might have their own questions and answers after this romp. (Picture book. 4-8) Full review >

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by Steve Light & illustrated by Steve Light

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by Helen Frost & photographed by Rick Lieder

A dazzlingly poetic photo album of the insect world for tots on up. (Picture book. 2 & up) Full review >

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by Kelly Bingham & illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky

Just label it F for funny. Full review >

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by Laura Vaccaro Seeger & illustrated by Laura Vaccaro Seeger

In all, lovely, inventive, engrossing and interactive. Full review >

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by Robert Neubecker & illustrated by Robert Neubecker

One romping celebration of boyhood to read again and again. Full review >

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