The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith, Illustrated by Katz Cowley ; I Need a New Butt! By Dawn McMillan, Illustrated by Ross Kinnaird
It’s the story of two little books that lived their little lives until one day a Scottish granny was recorded reading The Wonky Donkey to her teeny grandson. While she read the silly tale, her infectious giggling won over the Internet and a viral sensation was born. So now The Wonky Donkey has a new bestselling life and deserves a spot in every good little boy and girl’s stockings—or Grandma’s! And although a different author and story altogether, I Need A New Butt is paired with this donkey as a “cheekier” counterpart story of a lad seeking a new butt when he discovers his has a crack! Our same jolly Grandma reads this to the same grandson on YouTube to the delight of the Internet once more.
The Atlas Obscura Explorer’s Guide for the World’s Most Adventurous Kid by Dylan Thuras and Rosemary Mosco, Illustrated by Joy Ang
In this companion to Atlas Obscura, this “kid’s version” visits 100 odd and awe-inspiring wonders of the world through 47 countries and three US states. For curious kids, it’s is the chance to see how faraway countries have more in common than you might expect! The book’s gorgeous art will take you to the heart of forests, jungles, oceans, waterfalls and mysterious caves and reveals the secrets hidden within.
Love Does For Kids by Bob Goff
A follow-up to Goff’s bestselling Love Does, this version for kids is full of stories and adventures that big-kid-at-heart Goff has lived and proven is the only way to live! Throw your own parade! Don’t be afraid to ask anybody for anything! When love is your guide, you can do anything. Bob Goff is a world changer, and now he wants kids to join his Love Does parade!
Plum by Sean Hayes and Scott Icenogle
Will & Grace star Sean Hayes and composer Scott Icenogle have created a beautiful new fairytale inspired by The Nutcracker’s Sugar Plum Fairy with their story of Plum, and how she got her wings. When the future of Christmas is threatened, Orphan Plum tries to save it for all the children, even the ones who are mean to her—and in the process, might just find the family she’s always dreamed of!
Drawn Together by Minh Le, Illustrated by Dan Santat
Luminous illustrations bring this book to life, the story of a young boy visiting his grandfather and their frustration over lack of a common language. When they decide to sit down to draw together, the magic begins, and the two find ways to communicate far beyond words. A tender story of reaching across barriers for all ages.
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan Higgins
Penelope Rex discovers that it is hard to make friends at school when humans are so darn delicious! But when Penelope gets a taste of her own medicine, she discovers that maybe she is not the most important link in the food chain—and school is a whole lot more than just lunchtime!
The Cow Said Neigh!: A Farm Story by Rory Feek, Illustrated by Bruno Robert
Singer/songwriter and one half of the singing duo Joey+Rory brings us a humorous tale of his farm’s animals who wish they were like the other animals. This leads to a lot of confusion—neighing cows and snouted sheep—and soon the whole farm is in chaos. That is until they learn to celebrate the unique strengths in each of us.
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: A Book-to-Table Classic by Jane Austen, Recipes by Martha Stewart
Presented as a kids book, this unique mash-up would delight any aged fan of Ms. Austen’s world or Martha’s kitchen. Featuring the unabridged novel’s text, the story is highlighted with full-color photographs of Stewart’s tea-time treats and recipes.