Derek Desierto

Apr 17, 2024 | barnesandnoble.com | Isabelle McConville |Cleo Wade |Derek Desierto |Sandra Boynton

Our Most Anticipated Kids’ Books May 2024With the weather slowly but surely warming up, we’re sure the little ones are enjoying hikes, scavenger hunts and outdoor activities aplenty this spring — are they still wearing those eclipse glasses outside? From the next installment in one of our favorite epic series to enchanting new worlds and captivating picture books, you’ll have ample reads to bring along to those springtime park picnics.

Jun 9, 2023 | kirkusreviews.com | Derek Desierto |Alice Schertle |Jill McElmurry |Christopher Neal

A bird enjoys a cool swim on a hot day despite the judgment from his colorful counterparts. A group of brightly hued birds are clustered around the pool, but no one is taking a dip—they’re more interested in “showing off their fabulous feathers.” When a diminutive, gray “oddbird” arrives and tries to swim, the others force him out, telling him he doesn’t belong.