These picture books bring imagination, warmth, humor, and wonder to the end of the day, turning “I don’t want to go to sleep!” into “just one more page, please”
Author: Bianca Schulze
Bianca Schulze
Bianca Schulze is the founder of The Children’s Book Review. She is a reader, reviewer, mother and children’s book lover. She also has a decade’s worth of experience working with children in the great outdoors. Combined with her love of books and experience as a children’s specialist bookseller, the goal is to share her passion for children’s literature to grow readers. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, she now lives with her husband and three children near Boulder, Colorado.
A kindergartner who thrives on order, discovers that messes, mistakes, and “oops” moments can be the very things that bring a classroom community together.
Join us for a conversation with Z. B. Asterplume about illustrating Rainbow Cookies, a story of Pride, community, courage, and one unforgettable cookie.
A tender and warmhearted picture book debut about two small creatures facing their greatest fears and discovering the unexpected beyond them.
In this episode, Philip C. Stead shares the inspirations behind A Potion, a Powder, a Little Bit of Magic, his leap into imaginative middle grade fiction.
Dr. Karen Huff and Loren Long discuss author visits, storytelling, and the connections that form when children meet the creators behind their favorite books.
In this conversation, Joan Schoettler discusses A Doctor at Heart, her inspiring picture book biography about children’s heart surgery pioneer Vivien Thomas.
A joyful beach-day picture book that celebrates the wonders of the shore while gently introducing young readers to the responsibility of caring for it.
Join us in our conversation with Lin Oliver, who discusses humor, heart, and the idea that kindness is a skill children can grow.
A tender intergenerational picture book about a young girl who learns the Japanese concept of mono no aware—the bittersweet awareness of impermanence.