Big new titles perfect for the littles. www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/features/chi... @harbourpublishing.bsky.social @orcabook.bsky.social @charlesbridge.bsky.social #booksky #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #picturebooks

Children’s Book Roundup: August 2026 | Washington Independent Review of Books

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Happy Friday, everyone! The advance copies of Talking to Worms are finally here, and they look absolutely stunning in print! 🥹📚 Written by Sara Levine and published by @charlesbridge.bsky.social , it’s such a fascinating story about pets and science, and seeing it come to life has been a dream. ⭐️✨

On today's Especially for Educators post, I share an idea to introduce NO BRAIN THE SAME to students. Comment to enter the book #Giveaway and head over to my blog for a #back-to-school activity! 💕📚💕 #EduSky #Skybrarians #poetry #neurodivergence @charlesbridge.bsky.social @bandersonwriter.bsky.social

Especially for Educators: “Celebrate All Kinds of Minds in Your Classroom” by Keila Dawson

NO BRAIN THE SAME is the third book in a terrific series that I would have loved to have had when I was teaching. You can find posts on the previous two on this blog here: NO WORLD TOO BIG and NO V…

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Time always goes too fast when half-sisters Mari and Luz play on the weekends. They have to figure out how to have the most fun before Luz has to go home. A little planning can go a long way as they figure out how to make the most of their time.👯‍♀️

My eleventh book comes out next month! I co wrote it with debut author and friend Bayan Lahham! Would love to see you at our launch event if you’re in the Toledo area. Illustrated by Olivia Aserr @charlesbridge.bsky.social

Join Salem as he goes through his first car wash with Baba! He doesn't know what to expect, but it looks like a rainbow road of bubbles and water as the car slowly enters the tunnel. 🌈 What will he have seen when he comes out the other side? 📚A PARTY OF COLORS/UNA FIESTA DE COLORES. Preorder today!

I'm excited to partner with Bookery Manchester to offer this special pre-order bundle! Pre-order now! Bookery Manchester 844 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101 shopbookerymht.com/book/9781623... @charlesbridge.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social @vickiselvaggio.bsky.social

Winter Solstice Hill

When clouds cover the solstice star, Ella continues the family tradition on wishing on a star on winter solstice in a new way. A warm, wintry tale that helps kids navigate disappointment, reminding re...

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In SOUNDS OF TRASH by @tinaathaide.bsky.social w/art by @neharawatart.bsky.social, kids work together to reuse & repurpose materials into instruments to bring music to a community party. Celebrating community & creativity, a perfect book for STEM/STEAM lessons. #kidlit @charlesbridge.bsky.social

💫 A PLACE TO DANCE has received TWO trade starred reviews! Congratulations Eric Rosswood, Richard Lamberty, & Vincent Chen! 🎉 Read the full review from School Library Journal here. A PLACE TO DANCE releases Aug 4! Check out our IG post for how to receive preorder goodies when you preorder today!

Mari and Luz are half sisters: same Papi, different moms, and only weekends to play together. Can they fit in all the activities they want to do before they get picked up?

Hop in, it's car wash day for Salem and Baba! Through the bubbly rinse and the huffing, puffing dryer, Salem watches in awe as red and blue bubbles blend into purple and yellow and blue foam melts into green. 🫧 Who knew a car wash could be this much fun? 🚗 Preorder today!

Napesni Renegade: A Bison’s Journey is out today from client Marcie R. Rendon and illustrator Sam Zimmerman. Based on true events, a young bison finding his way home after ranchers capture and relocate him away from his family. @mrendon703.bsky.social @charlesbridge.bsky.social

No music at the block party? Not on Pran's watch. He and his friends embark on a journey of trial and error to engineer a way to get everyone dancing. Using recyclables to make prototypes of one-of-a-kind instruments, they find a way to fill the party with jazzy bhangra everyone can enjoy!

Get ready #DestinyLawyer You are the first #bookposse reader for The Barbary Chronicles by #BobbiMiller Thanks so much for sharing with us! @charlesbridge.bsky.social

Everything Grandma Needs is a #picturebook that is a “gentle, useful, and empathetic resource for anyone facing the often painful prospect of decluttering” www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... @charlesbridge.bsky.social Booth 901 #ASCA26

EVERYTHING GRANDMA NEEDS | Kirkus Reviews

When Grandma feels overwhelmed by the enormity of downsizing from her large home to a small condominium, her grandchild makes an important suggestion.

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I Could Be Eaten by a Shark “tackles childhood anxieties with a mix of humor and genuine empathy” @charlesbridge.bsky.social Booth 901 #ASCA26 www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

I COULD BE EATEN BY A SHARK | Kirkus Reviews

A youngster learns to confront his fears—with help from a loving grandparent.

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“A heartwarming and convincing tale for kids seeking to ride out life’s rainclouds” The Cloud That Stuck @charlesbridge.bsky.social .social Booth 901 #ASCA26 www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...

THE CLOUD THAT STUCK | Kirkus Reviews

A young girl is troubled by an annoyingly persistent cloud.

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Look what’s here?! A set of proofs of my new book, Sort, Wash, ROAR! illustrated by the talented Sian James. I’m so excited to share this fun book with the world!❤️📚🌹🍀🍃📚Steam Works @charlesbridge.bsky.social 10/6/2026 @steamteambooks.bsky.social #boardbooks #stem #divers #stemeducation #steam

My new picture book finally in my hands! SOUNDS OF TRASH written by Tina Athaide and published by @charlesbridge.bsky.social out AUG 4, 2026! My first STEAM book AND translated book! ✨ #picturebook #steamforkids #kidlit

It's never too early to pre-order a good book! @charlesbridge.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social @vickiselvaggio.bsky.social @

Grateful to @ala-booklist.bsky.social for this interview where we share the very collaborative, community-centered process of creating the audiobook for CLACK, CLACK! SMACK! A CHEROKEE STICKBALL STORY. #audiobook

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You can pre-order this book at your favorite indie bookstore. @charlesbridge.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social @vickiselvaggio.bsky.social #kidlit #picturebook #wintersolstie

Jane Yolen gave generations of children the gift of wonder. We are deeply saddened by her passing and grateful for the stories that will continue to inspire readers for years to come. 💛📚

Some book news! I’m so excited to share this long-kept secret with the world and hope you’ll join the adventure of SEARCH FOR THE UNICORN in 2028! @charlesbridge.bsky.social @cicchese-art.bsky.social

Have you made your voice heard for library funding yet? There's still time to act! Advocates like YOU can make a difference. Tell your Senators to #FundLibraries in next year's federal budget: action.ala.org/campaign/FY27SenateApprops/

NO BRAIN THE SAME:NEURODIVERGENT YOUNG ACTIVISTS SHAPING OUR FUTURE: poems alongside bios of the subjects & wtg prompts. Gr. 3-5 Ed. by @lindsayhmetcalf.bsky.social @keilavdawson.bsky.social & @jbradley.bsky.social illus by @jbradley.bsky.social @charlesbridge.bsky.social #KidLit #EduSky #Libsky

Out into the world now! A Light For Lucinda. This poignant gentle book with a strong message of hope and resilience. Also in Spanish. Published by @charlesbridge.bsky.social Love for this book is pouring in. 🇨🇺❤️🥰🇺🇸❤️ Spanish translation by Aurora Humarán #BookSky #KidLitSky #Latinsky #SEL

Happy World Ocean Day! I have 5 ocean-themed books for the young people in your life (with more on their way)! #MarineScience #KidsLoveNonfiction #STEAM #STEAMTeamBooks

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this book into the world! So excited to be able to share NO BRAIN THE SAME from @charlesbridge.bsky.social

Happy Book Birthday to #12x12PB member @keilavdawson.bsky.social & the poets featured in NO BRAIN THE SAME: NEURODIVERGENT YOUNG ACTIVISTS SHAPING OUR FUTURE illustrated by @jbradley.bsky.social & published by @charlesbridge.bsky.social Check it out: buff.ly/3r1HTEh #kidlit #12x12PB