"Story is our best chance at peace." —Daniel Nayeri mrschureads.blogspot.com/2026/01/two-...

Lily-May's Joyful Day

Ruthie Rose's Big Idea

"When I started drawing the pictures for Lily-May’s Joyful Day, I let myself slow down and listen. The characters were already part of my world from Ruthie Rose’s Big Idea, so it felt like meeting old friends again." —Holly Hatam 100scopenotes.com/2025/12/10/c...

The Unlikely Tale of Chase and Finnegan

While spending time with Chase and Finnegan, words like friendship, family, connection, love, light, and joy kept racing through my mind. Most of all, the story filled me with HOPE! mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/05/the-...

Happy book birthday to @jyotigopal.bsky.social and @zandramims.bsky.social's Arctic Adventure: A Tundra Tale! mrschureads.blogspot.com/2025/08/the-...

Thick as Thieves

Happy book birthday to @dansantat.bsky.social's
Thick as Thieves!

A Sea Monster Conundrum (The Misfits)

Happy book birthday to @lisayee.bsky.social's A Sea Monster Conundrum (The Misfits)! Illustrations by @dansantat.bsky.social.

Wombat Waiting

#Bookaday I added Newbery Medalist @kaaauthor.bsky.social's Wombat Waiting to my 2026 Books I Love presentation: www.pinterest.com/mrschureads/...

Ling & Ting’s Lunar New Year: Two Times Lucky

Happy book birthday to @authorgracelin.bsky.social's Ling & Ting’s Lunar New Year: Two Times Lucky!

Thank you, John!!

Este es un cuento's poster:

The Two Artists, Grandad and Me activity guide: assetbucketpublic.7169.prh.com/9780/593/571...

If you have not registered for a @bookelicious.bsky.social virtual author/illustrator event yet, do so ASAP. #LorenLong today was amazing. He focused on the memorable The Yellow Bus. We have registered for the November and December presentations already.

You are very welcome, John. It is a pleasure to be able to do this for you.

The cover image for John schu’s book, the gift of story with purple orange or rainbow and white text.

Happiest day @mrschureads.bsky.social !

You deserve a wonderful day, week, month, year, Universe!

One of my favorite folks in this world of books!

And, fellow writers, if you’ve never had the pleasure, take some time with The Gift of Story.

It has been a friend when I needed it.

Happiest of birthdays to the one and only @mrschureads.bsky.social Your books, your presentations, and your joyful, capacious heart are enriching lives every single day. You are so loved by so many. mrschureads.blogspot.com

Expect the unexpected in this masterful story by masterful teller of tales, Corey R. Tabor. His artwork engages readers with every page turn. I cannot wait to read this aloud to my students. We will be laughing and gasping together. @harpercollins.bsky.social

Step into the day of July 4th or any summer celebration, anywhere, through the wonderful words of @matthewburgessj.bsky.social as we partake in the joy of children's appreciation of the simple things. Artwork by #CatiaChien is resplendent. @harpercollins.bsky.social @harperkids.bsky.social

Every time I read this book, the silliness reaches out and grabs me and I laugh out loud. My students will laugh out loud, too. They will be eager for additional books in this new series. @amedyckman.bsky.social and #TimMiller are a great team. #OrchardBooks/Scholastic

Powerful text chronicling human civilization is carefully placed within hand-painted, vibrant and moving images. Back matter and an author's note conclude this beautiful book. @4nikkolas.bsky.social @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social

Hooray!

Turns out that what Coco can do is something humans need the most in the hardest situations. In between learning about her gift, we meet 7 other dogs with equally important jobs. I love this book and my students will, too. Grateful to the creators for this book. @candlewickpress.bsky.social

You are most welcome. It's a gem which I look forward to sharing with my students in the library this year.

Calm falls upon readers and listeners alike when this book is shared. It's a day spent in the natural world surrounding a farm. Poetic text with rhyming and repetition are elevated through stellar scratchboard and watercolor art. @kateywrites.bsky.social #BethKrommes @simonkids.bsky.social

Prepare to be dazzled by informative but poetic text enhanced by memorable, stunning artwork in this NF picture book about the Saharan dust which journeys to the Americas nourishing our planet. A must read aloud! @marthabee.bsky.social @juanamartinezn.bsky.social @aaknopf.bsky.social

Place this NF picture book in your "who knew?" category but so glad you now know. Splendid research and text by @janekurtz.bsky.social with fabulous linoleum block art by Claire Messer make for a read aloud joy and a title you'll want on your shelves. @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social

This final title penned by the late Tomie dePaola is one of the best books about the loss of a beloved dog. Carefully chosen words and pacing are perfect. The art of Barbara McClintock extends/enhances that text while also being a tribute to its author. @ssedlib.bsky.social @simonkids.bsky.social

This first MG novel by Beth Ferry images by The Fan Brothers is pure enchantment. A quirky cast of characters at Number 3 Ramshorn Drive lead believably magical lives, and yet, they could be your neighbors next door. Expect laugh out loud moments and a craving for cheese puffs @ssedlib.bsky.social

This girl embarks on a perilous journey to find her grandfather who is forgetting more than usual. In this graphic novel she discovers a more complete portrait of her beloved storyteller and singer of songs. @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @deanstuart.bsky.social

Read this title aloud to all your younger students! The language invites participation and welcomes readers into the events of a single day as three children search for fairies in nature but find unexpected beauty. There are sure to be discussions later. @candlewickpress.bsky.social

A wondrous and beautiful exploration of a child's life through seasons and a change in their home. Native American traditions and celebrations are honored and enjoyed by the child, her family, and new friend. @cynleitichsmith.bsky.social @kategardinerillus.bsky.social @harperkids.bsky.social