Minni's Favorite Books - Staff Picks!
Our staff’s favorite books from this year’s class curriculum!
The end of the year is almost here and as we look back at all we’ve read, learned, and created this year, our staff picked a few of their favorite reads from class and Art Book Club that they recommend as books that beautifully entertain and convey important messages to the reader.
We hope you and your little artists have a wonderful holiday season, and that you consider giving one of our book recommendations a try - pick one up from your local bookstore, or we’ve included links to local shops below!
Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers
Explore our planet's terrain (bumpy, sharp, wet), take a look at our place in space (it's big), and a guide to all of humanity (don't be fooled, we are all people). Oliver Jeffers’ gifts children and parents everywhere with a gently sweet and humorous missive about our world and those who call it home.
The Boy with Flowers in His Hair
by Jarvis
A moving tale of friendship, kindness, and acceptance, follow along with David, the boy with flowers in his hair, as he and his friends find a creative solution to a difficult situation. Jarvis's story invites even the youngest children to talk about sensitive subjects in an age-appropriate way--and feel inspired to support others when they face trying times.
The Shortest Day by Susan Cooper
In this seasonal treasure, this beautiful book evokes joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at this time of year. Captivating illustrations show the magic behind the returning of the light , and the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before.
If You Were a City by Kyo Maclear
A colorful celebration of cities and the people living in them. Just like people, there are so many ways a city can be. And this lively picture book explores all of them. From quiet and dreamy to bright and buzzing, the magnificent diversity of our world is celebrated by connecting the uniqueness of its places with the people who live in them.
