Children's Aid Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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If You Want a Friend in Washington: Wacky, Wild & Wonderful Presidential Pets
Erin McGillToday, we continue our #ReadingontheRug series with children’s book author/illustrator Erin McGill. The kids from our Richmond Early Learning Center loved listening to @WallcoJ read from her book, "If You Want a Friend in Washington: Wacky, Wild & Wonderful Presidential Pets." https://t.co/klwTpd9YE8
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Thank You, Neighbor!
Ruth ChanIn honor of #NationalReadingMonth, @ohtruth, stopped by to read her new book, "Thank You, Neighbor," to our kiddos in Washington Heights. A story that shows us how kindness and gratitude builds a stronger community. Thank you, Ruth! https://t.co/dwy9S0drf4
Hardcover, 2021
$19.99Member price:$9.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Everything Naomi Loved
Katie YamasakiToday, we continue our #ReadingontheRug series with acclaimed #muralist, #author, and #illustrator @Katie_Yamasaki. Through her book, "Everything Naomi Loved," our kids learned how you can use art and imagination to capture the essence of a community. #edchat
Paperback, 2025
$8.99Member price:$4.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Our Skin: A First Conversation about Race
Megan MadisonWe're so grateful to Megan Madison for joining us for our "Reading on the Rug" series! Her book "Our Skin," part of "First Conversations" series with Jessica Ralli, explores skin color & unfair treatment. It teaches young minds racism hurts & they can make a difference. https://t.co/idbjNlB81L
Board Book, 2021
$9.99Member price:$4.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Washington Heights: The Heights
Lou DiamondRecently, author Kianny N. Antigua joined us for our annual "Reading on the Rug" series. Our little learners at P.S. 152 in #WashingtonHeights enjoyed listening to Kianny read her #bilingual children's book "Greña / Crazy Hair." #edchat
Paperback, 2014
$15.99Member price:$7.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Bronx
Avery Gale#NationalReadingMonth continues and we are thrilled to introduce you to our next “Reading on the Rug” guest. Her name is Naaz Khan, and she read her book “Room For Everyone" to our kids in the #Bronx. Learn more about Naaz Khan: http://naazkhan.org https://t.co/BVqlYHrE93
Paperback, 2020
$9.99Member price:$4.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Not Little
Maya MyersOur "Reading on the Rug" series continues with the fantastic artist and author @HyewonYum. Her heartwarming book "Not Little" inspires kids to discuss the importance of treating others fairly and shows that our bravery can make us BIG even when we feel small. https://t.co/R9Qwy9Jatz
Hardcover, 2021
$18.99Member price:$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
I Am Love: A Book of Compassion
Susan VerdeAuthor Susan Verde joined our #ReadingontheRug series and treated our youngest learners at the Drew Hamilton Early Childhood Center to a reading of her book "I Am Love: A Book of Compassion." @susanverde's story shows us how love can manifest itself through kindness. #edchat https://t.co/owtDEz8Fxy
Hardcover, 2019
$14.99Member price:$7.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Room for Everyone
Naaz Khan#NationalReadingMonth continues and we are thrilled to introduce you to our next “Reading on the Rug” guest. Her name is Naaz Khan, and she read her book “Room For Everyone" to our kids in the #Bronx. Learn more about Naaz Khan: http://naazkhan.org https://t.co/BVqlYHrE93
Hardcover, 2021
$17.99Member price:$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
My Paati's Saris
Jyoti Rajan GopalWe were honored to have @JyotiGopal join us for our "Reading on the Rug" series. She's an inspirational source of creativity & love! Her books, "American Desi" & "My Paati's Saris," have both been named Best Books of 2022 by the NY Public Library & School Library Journal! https://t.co/r8QihCzR6A
Hardcover, 2022
$18.99Member price:$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book