The Book Vine for Children

07/26/2023

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You don't want to miss this.   News on the Best Books July 2023   All About the Family Children take pride and comfort in their families, and they derive confidence from those who love them at home. O

11/09/2022

For all the best new books, come visit us at The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Booth # 2010!

06/17/2022

Based on a true transgender identity journey, this is an empowering story about a boy who's determined to be himself. I’m Not a Girl was written by Maddox Lyons & Jessica Verdi, Illustrated by Dana Simpson. Published by Roaring Brook Press.

06/15/2022

A Mother's Day celebration at school proves to be challenging for a young girl with two dads. Stella Brings the Family was written by Miriam B. Schiffer and illustrated by Holly Clifton-Brown. Published by Chronicle Books.

06/13/2022

Following our presentation, Read Aloud Wow! The Best New Children’s Books of the Year, join us with Denise Fleming at a book signing in our booth #207. Stop by and say hello!

06/10/2022

Families are made of love in this heartwarming story that shows there are lots of ways to be part of one. Papa, Daddy, & Riley was written by Seamus Kirst and illustrated by Devon Holzwarth. Published by Magination Press, an imprint of the American Psychological Association.

Seamus Kirst Devon Sprague Holzwarth Magination Press American Psychological Association

06/10/2022

Join us at the 2022 NAEYC Professional Learning Institute Conference Sunday, June 12th through Tuesday, June 14th at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.
Stop by booth #207 to say hello and see our newest children’s book selections!

NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.

06/08/2022

One day, Evan notices that Sam wants to change the way she looks. A story based on one family's real life experiences. Sam is My Sister was written by Ashley Rhodes-Courter and illustrated by MacKenzie Haley. Published by Albert Whitman & Company.

Ashley Rhodes-Courter, LCSW MacKenzie Haley Albert Whitman & Company

06/06/2022

A joyful and supportive board book that features the six colors of the pride flag. Pride Colors was written by Robin Stevenson and published by Orca Book Publishers.

Robin Stevenson Orca Book Publishers

06/03/2022

A group of woodland animals finds a doll left behind in the forest. Working as a team they follow clues and return it to its rightful owner. Lost and Found was written by Kate Banks and illustrated by Galia Bernstein. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

Kate Banks Books Galia Bernstein's Page Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

06/01/2022

In this dynamic wordless book, a circus-star takes a step back and slowly reclaims his self-esteem. Written by Mac Barnett and illustrated by Marla Frazee. Published by Beach Lane Books.

Marla Frazee

05/18/2022

Chester is usually the best at rhyming, but not today! Humor and irresistible word play are front and center in this delightful tale. Written by Avery Monsen and illustrated by Abby Hanlon. Published by Little, Brown and Company.

Avery Monsen Little, Brown and Company

05/16/2022

A delivery truck blocks a main artery on a tiny island, can a swap of vehicles get everyone back on the road to their destinations? “Big Truck, Little Island” was written and illustrated by Chris Van Dusen. Published by Candlewick Press.

Chris Van Dusen Candlewick Press

05/11/2022

When family lives an ocean away, spending time together can be a challenge. See how grandmother and granddaughter make the most of their visit getting to know each other. “Amah Faraway” was written by Margaret Chiu Greanias and illustrated by Tracy Subisak. Published by Bloomsbury Children’s Books.

Margaret Greanias KidsBloomsbury

05/09/2022

Find out how a family run store handles one holiday and the intersection of two different cultures.
“Apple Pie 4th of July” was written by Janet S. Wong and illustrated by Margaret Chodos-Irvine. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.

Chodos-Irvine

05/06/2022

How does one family overcome the language barrier between generations? Food,
Games, and time spent together. “My Day with Gong Gong” was written by Sennah Yee and illustrated by Elaine Chen. Published by Annick Press.

Sennah Yee Art of Elaine Chen Annick Press

05/05/2022

Join us at the 2022 MIAEYC Conference in Grand Rapids.
Visit booth #58 to check out our new children’s book selections!
Amy Vandament will be presenting “Read Aloud Wow! The Best New Children’s Books of the Year” Friday, May 6th on the conference level in Berkey Room from 12:45-2:00pm.

05/04/2022

Even when everything seems to go wrong, a visit with family in Koreatown can put everything right.
“Sunday Funday in Koreatown” was written and illustrated by Aram Kim. Published by Holiday House.

05/04/2022

05/03/2022

Looking for the best new books?
Our president, Amy Vandament, will be presenting “Read Aloud Wow! The Book Vine’s Best Picture Books of 2022” Wednesday, May 4th in Room 316 from 9:00-10:30am.

05/02/2022

This imaginative portrait of an author's experience growing up in a dojo makes for an irresistible read aloud. “The Grandmaster’s Daughter” was written and illustrated by Dan-ah Kim. Published by Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.

Greenwillow Books HarperCollins

04/29/2022

Supported by her parents and the strength of her Chinese heritage, Mei will thrive in her new home in America. “I Am Golden” was written by Eva Chen and illustrated by Sophie Diao. Published by Feiwel & Friends, an imprint of Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group.
Eva Chen Feiwel and Friends MacKids Books

04/29/2022

Attending the 2022 CAAEYC Annual Conference in Pasadena?
Visit us at booth #303! Come chat with Amy Vandament and Marilyn Peterson, and check out our new children’s book selections.
Amy & Marilyn will be presenting “Behind the Books: Stories and Methods of Favorite Authors and Illustrators” on Saturday, April 30th in EBB, Room A from 8:00-9:30am and “Read Aloud Wow! The Best New Children’s Books of the Year” on Sunday, May 1st in CB, Room 212 from 3:30-4:30pm.

Today is the last day for the early bird registration rates. Best rates end at 11:59pm! Go to conference.caeyc.org to view workshops and registrer!

04/27/2022

Attending the 2022 CAAEYC Annual Conference in Pasadena?

Visit us at booth #303! Come chat with Amy Vandament and Marilyn Peterson, and check out our new children’s book selections.

Amy & Marilyn will be presenting “Behind the Books: Stories and Methods of Favorite Authors and Illustrators” on Saturday, April 30th in EBB, Room A from 8:00-9:30am and “Read Aloud Wow! The Best New Children’s Books of the Year” on Sunday, May 1st in CB, Room 212 from 3:30-4:30pm.

Today is the last day for the early bird registration rates. Best rates end at 11:59pm! Go to conference.caeyc.org to view workshops and registrer!

04/27/2022

Ruth Asawa found inspiration in the beauty of nature. She created gravity-defying sculptures which are displayed in museums around the world. “A Life Made By Hand” was written and illustrated by Andrea D’Aquino. Published by Princeton Architectural Press.

Andrea D'Aquino Princeton Architectural Press

04/25/2022

An empowering call to action to protect our planet's water. This Caldecott Medal Winners illustrations communicate that we are all connected to this precious resource. “We Are Water Protectors” was written by Carole Lindstrom and illustrated by Michaela Goade. Published by Roaring Brook Press.

Carole Lindstrom Michaela Goade Design & Illustration

04/22/2022

The true story of Jadav Payeng’s concern about the destruction of a forest and how it led him to replant over 1,000 acres, creating a new refuge for plants and animals. “The Boy Who Grew a Forest” was written by Sophia Gholz and illustrated by Kayla Harren. Published by Sleeping Bear Press.

Sophia Gholz Author Kayla Harren Illustrator Sleeping Bear Press

04/20/2022

A poetic look at the importance of trees and their connections within the ecosystem. Back matter provides the anatomy of a tree along with conservation tips and a bibliography. “Be a Tree!” was written by Maria Gianferrari and illustrated by Felicita Sala. Published by Abrams Books for Young Readers.

Maria Gianferrari Felicita Sala Abrams Kids ABRAMS Books

04/15/2022

How do some animals survive wildfires? The wombat has its own technique and often shelters other animals. “Wombat Underground” was written by Sarah L. Thomson and illustrated by Charles Santoso. Published by Little, Brown and Company.

Sarah L. Thomson Charles Santoso Little, Brown and Company