Cyrisse Jaffee

Children’s Book Reviews: A Celebration of Science and Scientists

July 6, 2025
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In a time when the work of scientists is itself endangered, these two picture books provide detailed and fascinating insights into how science helps us live in the modern world.

Children’s Book Reviews: Changing the World in Big and Little Ways

June 26, 2025
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Two portraits of champions: a famous fighter for civil rights and a little girl who loves chess.

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.

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