I Loved You First
By Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush
The final third installment the “Sisters First” trilogy by the former first daughters, this beautiful book, inspired by nature, illustrates the beautiful bond that exists between parents and children. A sweet story that affirms parents’ heartfelt, never-ending love for their children. Ages 0-3.
Emotions Aquarium: A Tank Full of Feelings
By Diane Alber
From sad seahorse and grumpy guppy to optimistic octopus and confident clam, kids can explore their own emotions through this aquarium full of relatable characters. A fun and gentle way to help little ones explore identify and understand their feelings. Ages 3-8.
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One Little Goat: A Passover Catastrophe
By Dara Horn
During Passover, when the baby of the family throws the afikomen through a time portal, a family must travel through 3,000 years of seders to find it. A graphic novel that explores the magical holiday of Passover. Ages 8-12.
A Thousand Years
A Thousand YearsBy Christina Perry
Singer-songwriter Christina Perry has turned her hit song into a tender book on motherhood, where a mother looks on as their child ventures out into and embraces the world. A perfect read aloud for kids and moms this Mother’s Day. Ages 3-8.
Last Chance Academy: A Study in Secrets
Last Chance Academy: A Study in SecretsBy Debbi Michiko Florence
Called Last Chance Academy by its student body of troubled kids, students embark upon a mysterious treasure hunt that only one student can win. A captivating first book in a new middle grade series that’ll have tweens wanting more. Ages 8-12.
This collection of books was gathered by freelance writer Lori Orlinsky, an award-winning journalist who lives in Chicago. She is also an award-winning, bestselling children’s book author and industry expert who lives in Chicago. She has four books under her belt with an upcoming release in August 2025. Follow Lori on Instagram – @loriorlinskyauthor or visit her website.
