Pair these Lee & Low titles with birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays that are happening in the month of June!
When Aidan Became a Brother
by Kyle Lukoff, illustrated by Kaylani Juanita
STONEWALL BOOK AWARD WINNER
⭐4 STARRED REVIEWS!⭐
⭐"Lukoff writes with sensitivity and candor as Aidan takes his first steps toward claiming his identity. . . The creators' exploration of one transgender child's experience emphasizes the importance of learning 'how to love someone for exactly who they are.'" —Publishers Weekly, starred review
Galápagos Girl / Galapagueña
by Marsha Diane Arnold, illustrated by Angela Domínguez
"Will fascinate readers with Valentina's magical island life, and they will wish for nothing more than to swim with manta rays themselves. A timely lesson of conservation that will get kids looking at the wildlife around them and saying, 'We will not forget you. And we will keep you safe.'" —Kirkus Reviews
Zain's Super Friday
by Hena Khan, illustrated by Nez Riaz
"A title that celebrates the bonds between a father and son, the power of imagination, and the strength of faith and tradition." —Publishers Weekly
Pedro's Yo-Yo's: How a Filipino Immigrant Came to America and Changed the World of Toys
by Rob Peñas, illustrated by Carl Angel
TEXAS BLUEBONNET AWARD SELECTION
⭐"Bright smiles on the faces in Angel's illustrations add even more warmth to Peñas' insightful and stirring account. A glowing addition to the stories of immigrants who have made good in this, their new country." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
A Sky That Sings
by Anita Sanchez & George Steele, illustrated by Emily Mendoza
"The focus on bird calls is a fantastically fresh approach to imparting avian information, and Mia's detailed sensory experiences are particularly notable. . . . An unusual and enjoyable outing sure to inspire readers to experience the natural world in a new way." —Booklist
Calling the Doves / El canto de las palomas
by Juan Felipe Herrera, illustrated by Elly Simmons
EZRA JACK KEATS WRITER AWARD WINNER
"A welcome alternative to the usually bleak portrayal of the migrant farmworker experience, this is an inspirational self-portrait of a loving Latino family. A poetic picture-book memoir that will add beauty to any literature. . . collection." —Booklist
Dreaming Up: A Celebration of Building
written & illustrated by Christy Hale
BOSTON GLOBE- HORN BOOK AWARDS WINNER
⭐2 STARRED REVIEWS!⭐
⭐"This extraordinary new picture book masterfully tackles the complex task of contextualizing seemingly complex architectural concepts within a child's own world of play." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
The Doomsday Detectives: How Walter and Luis Alvarez Solved the Mystery of Dinosaur Extinction
by Cindy Jenson-Elliott, illustrated by Theo Nicole Lorenz
⭐3 STARRED REVIEWS!⭐
⭐"An excellent, format-defying nonfiction introduction to the origins of paleontology and the quest to solve the mystery of dinosaurs' extinction. . . . Purchase this impressive STEM title for dino fans, curricular tie-ins, and all nonfiction shelves." —School Library Journal, starred review
Quiet Hero: The Ira Hayes Story
written & illustrated by S. D. Nelson
"A satisfying read for those in search of background on the iconic photograph, families looking for a patriotic story, and students seeking material on minority Americans." –School Library Journal
Fresh Juice
written & illustrated by Robert Liu-Trujillo
STORYLINE ONLINE SELECTION
⭐"This essential story conveys the warmth of community in just one serving." —School Library Journal, starred review
Watch the Storyline Online Video read by Da’Vine Joy Randolph!
Juneteenth Jamboree
by Carole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Yvonne Buchanan
"Festive and full of mirth." —Publishers Weekly
The Home We Make
by Maham Khwaja, illustrated by Daby Zainab Faidhi
NEW VOICES AWARD WINNER
⭐"A moving and enlightening depiction of the refugee experience." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Edie for Equality: Edie Windsor Stands Up for Love
by Michael Genhart, illustrated by Cheryl Thuesday
"The power of one person to help many by fighting an unfair system is the theme of this biography of Edie Windsor, whose fight for fairness ultimately led to the Supreme Court allowing gay marriage. . . . Relatable and inspiring." —Booklist
The Happiest Tree: A Yoga Story
by Uma Krishnaswami, illustrated by Ruth Jeyaveeran
COOPERATIVE CHILDREN'S BOOK CENTER CHOICES PICK
"An excellent addition to any collection." —School Library Journal
Generation Queer: Stories of Youth Artists, Organizers, and Educators
by Kimm Topping, illustrated by Anshika Khullar
⭐"Khullar's realistic portraiture focuses on figures' faces, and spot illustrations emphasize queer symbols that underscore the history and culture conveyed via Topping's empathetic and conversational text. This lush history is a necessary addition to the literary canon for anyone invested in facilitating a radically empowered future." —Publishers Weekly, starred review
Take a Picture of Me, James Van Der Zee!
by Andrea J. Loney, illustrated by Keith Mallett
NAACP IMAGE AWARDS NOMINEE
⭐2 STARRED REVIEWS⭐
⭐"The vibrant illustrations paired with the lively text make Take a Picture of Me, James VanDerZee! a picture book biography that truly shares the beauty VanDerZee saw in his heart." —Shelf Awareness, starred review
