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Amanda Davis is a teacher, artist, writer, and innovator who uses her words and pictures to light up the world with kindness. After losing her father at a young age, Amanda turned to art and writing as an outlet. It became her voice. A way to cope. A way to escape. And a way to tell her story. She was thus inspired to teach art and pursue her passion for writing and illustrating children's books. Through her work, Amanda empowers younger generations to tell their own stories and offers children and adults an entryway into a world of discovery. A world that can help them make sense of themselves, others, and the community around them. A world where they can navigate, imagine, and feel inspired—over and over again. When she’s not busy creatin ...more

#RisingStarsinKidLit Spotlight Series: Heather C. Morris

 Rising Stars in KidLit began as a way to highlight my fellow kidlit creators who are working their tails off to birth their beautiful book babies into the world.  These interviews cast a light on the wonderful work of pre-published or pre-agented authors and author-illustrators who are destined to be stars! Today we’re hosting a special Spotlight series with author, Heather C. Morris, so we can l Read more of this blog post »
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Ladybug Launch by Melissa Trempe
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I love when I learn new things from picture books and Ladybug Launch did not disappoint! Based on a true story, Ladybug Launch is an inspiring read of determination and thinking big. Told as a dual narrative, we follow both the point of view of the L ...more
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Goodnight Sounds by Debbie S. Miller
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With glowing illustrations and lyrical lines of text, GOODNIGhT SOUNDS is a beautiful, sensory-filled bedtime melody. Sweetness in every page down to the end pages and gorgeous cover. “Fingers of fog” is one of my favorite lines in the book and hooks ...more
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I Fuel by Kelly Rice Schmitt
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Kelly Rice Schmitt and Jam Dong have powered another highly informative and engaging read. My little reader was a big fan of I SHIP and I FUEL doesn’t disappoint. Dating all the way back to dinosaurs and into the present day, readers will learn about ...more
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Stay Angry, Little Girl by Madeleine L'Engle
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An empowering read that is thoughtfully illustrated down to each last detail. STAY ANGRY’S lovely lyrical refrain and vibrant, joyful, cast of characters is sure to make every child and adult feel seen, heard and included. A must-have for every schoo ...more
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Miso Magic by Moni Ritchie Hadley
Miso Magic
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"We will find Magic in the Transformation." This is one of my favorite lines in MISO MAGIC! Not only does this sweet story highlight cultural traditions and familial love, it also teaches readers how change can help us grow and takes patience and tim ...more
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Mercedes Sosa by Aixa Perez-Prado
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MERCEDES SOSA:VOICE OF THE PEOPLE is an inspiring story about singer and activist Mercedes Sosa, who used her talents and gifts to be a voice for her people. Perez-Prado’s words and illustrations are beautify melded together, giving a detailed histor ...more
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I Miss You Most by Charlotte Cheng
I Miss You Most
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Heart touching exploration about grief and loss. With soft yet lush illustrations and gentle, heartfelt, rhyming text, the reader will feel comforted to learn the memories of their loved ones remain with them always. This is a beautiful story to open ...more
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B Is for Belonging by Shannon Anderson
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If you're looking for a unique alphabet book, this is it! With meaningful concepts for each letter of the alphabet and bright/vibrant illustrations. B is for Belonging will have reader's singing the ABC's while exploring all the ways we can help one ...more
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An Ofrenda for Perro by Judith Valdés B.
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Papa and Pearl by Annette M. Clayton
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A sweet and important story about adjusting to some of life’s big changes-in this case divorce. Filled with tenderness and love, a great read to help open dialogue around the topic and leave young readers feeling more comfortable and optimistic about ...more
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