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“I Am a Thief! is a cute picture book with an ambivalent message.

“This cute and funny read-aloud will enchant the audience of a pet-themed storytime or delight any young animal lover at home or before bed.”

“an important book for any home or library collection.”

“Young readers will relate to the joys of creating a secret hideout and having a special companion.

In You’re Snug with Me, author Chitra Soundar has followed the classic children’s storytelling formula of the repeated phrase.

“Greet the sun, bold and bright!

“An engaging story with endearing characters and a gentle touch on the larger themes of loss and change make for a valuable read.”

“Sometimes agreeing to be friends and roommates is the family structure that will be the most emotionally successful . . .”

“Floaties, sand bucket, and shovel optional, The Quiet Crocodile Goes to the Beach is all about enjoying an outing with friends.”

“Parents looking for an uplifting bedtime (or anytime) story, would do well to grab a copy of Little Taco Truck.”

With exquisite ink and oil illustrations and simple prose, artist and author Chen Jian Hong tells the ancient Chinese tale about a man-eating tigress who takes vengeance on humans because her cubs