Cyrisse Jaffee

Children’s Book Reviews: Cats and Dogs and Babies

May 31, 2025
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This trio of preschool books celebrates new babies, new siblings — and cat lovers.

Children’s Book Reviews: Different Endings

May 7, 2025
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Two new picture books offer a refreshing use of not-so-typical endings.

Children’s Book Reviews: The Freedom to Read

April 5, 2025
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 Kudos to Delacorte Press for publishing not one but two middle-grade books about the dangers of book banning.

Children’s Book Reviews: Accepting and Appreciating Others

March 19, 2025
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Two picture books explore issues of gender, self-identity, and gender stereotypes for a young audience.

Children’s Book Reviews: Celebrating Blackness

February 25, 2025
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Three engaging and spirited books celebrate Black history, culture, and resilience.

Children’s Book Reviews: A Trio of Stories that Spotlight Healing and Helpful Friendships

February 4, 2025
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Three stories highlight the special benefits of friendship — between the old and young, and among children of different backgrounds.

Children’s Book Reviews: Choose Your Own Adventure!

December 12, 2024
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Children will delight in two books that celebrate creativity and imagination, and one that shows a new way of seeing the world through maps.

Children’s Book Reviews: Troubles and Triumphs

November 22, 2024
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In a time when qualities such as empathy and caring for others are more important than ever, these books can help children better understand the lives of others.

Children’s Book Reviews: Animal Buddies with a Message

September 25, 2024
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Two new wordless picture books feature animals as friends, revealing greater truths about community and the environment.

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