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Everything Changes This picture book has incredible art and a really good lesson reiterated throughout.

Sunrise Summer A great story about one family’s tradition of fishing in Alaska all summer.

What the Road Said This book has a wonderful message for anyone of any age!

Josie Dances A great story about tradition, culture, and bravery.

Wild Orca This beautiful story is about our local southern resident orca’s and takes place on the San Juan Islands!

The Longest Letsgoboy If you need a good book about your beloved dog’s death, this is the one. Truly, I hope when I go through the veil, it is just like this. Just a gorgeous book about dogs and friendship and letting go.

Rabbit, Duck, and Big Bear A wonderful read-aloud book, not quite what you expected, only better. Three friends who do everything together, except when they don’t. Nice hidden things in Olivier Tallec’s illustrations too.

Barnaby If you have ever wanted to fly like a bird, Kass Reich’s images will make your heart soar in this sweet tale about a pet bird who gets to try life outside the cage.

The Suitcase Best kids book to talk about immigration ever. One of my all time favorites. Charming illustrations and a delightful story, without heaviness.

How to Make a Bird Magical Illustrations by Matt Ottley add terrific depth to this odd story about a child who creates a living bird from beach flotsam and heartfelt desire. Really beautiful.