Elliette Jee
Alexander Calder: Meet the Artist by Patricia Geis
“You can learn about Alexander Calder and YOU can also make art inspired by the artist using this book. This is a pop-up book so you can see what some of his sculptures looks like, and unlike a museum, you can even touch it.” - Elliette
ABOUT THE ARTIST
No artist can put a smile on your face quicker than Alexander Calder. A sense of playfulness animates all of his work—from his signature hanging mobiles to his endlessly creative toys, drawings, and jewelry. Alexander Calder: Meet the Artist! is an exciting hands-on introduction to this beloved American sculptor. Calder's whimsical world is brought to life by imaginative pop-ups, pull tabs, lift-the-flaps, and cutouts. A universe of artistic possibilities opens up as young readers explore Calder's creative evolution, play with his toy designs, and even create their own sculptural circus.
Be Prepared
“Be Prepared is about fitting in and making friends. The main character Vera, is relatable in different ways. She is kind humorous and most importantly fun! I’ve read this book about a million times.” - Elliette
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vera Brosgol was born in Moscow, Russia in 1984 and moved to the United States when she was five. She received a diploma in Classical Animation from Sheridan College, and currently works at Laika Inc. in Portland, Oregon drawing storyboards for feature animation.She has done illustration work for clients such as Nickelodeon, Sony Computer Entertainment, and Simon & Schuster. Her first graphic novel, Anya's Ghost, was published in 2011 by First Second Books. She loves knitting, baking, and trying not to kill her plants. She hopes you are enjoying looking at her drawings!
Bravery
“You get so inspired by just reading one magazine! Each issue is “a guide for dreaming and doing” and there are essays, pictures, and activities about a person and you can learn a lot about them. I have loved every single issue!!!”
ABOUT THE MAGAZINE
Bravery Magazine is a quarterly print publication for girls and boys that features a brave woman in each issue. Full of educational content, fun DIYs, and illustrated biographies, Bravery is as inspiring as it is beautiful. More importantly, Bravery is a resource. We believe that introducing kids to strong, brave role models will empower them to be strong and brave, too. Bravery Magazine includes role models diverse in ethnicity, race, ability, background, and interests. Each issue also tackles difficult topics in kid-friendly ways and introduces traits and characteristics that help grow kids into brave humans. Our mission is to not only empower kids, but provide parents, teachers, and caretakers with the tools they need to facilitate these important conversations and confidently take the reigns.
Measuring Up
“A great story about a girl who lives in Taiwan but has to move to America. Her grandma is usually the one that cooks, but she does not move with them so the main character Cici, has to rediscover the joy of cooking on her own. If you like watching MasterChef Junior, you’ll love this book.” - Elliette
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lily LaMotte is the debut author of the middle grade graphic novel MEASURING UP from HarperCollins/HarperAlley on October 27, 2020. When she isn’t writing picture books and middle grade graphic novels, she’s cooking up new recipes. Sometimes, when she sees the gray clouds outside her window in the Pacific Northwest, she loads up the campervan for a writing retreat camping trip with her husband and two dogs.
Narwhal and Jelly (series)
“Narwhal is an energetic and cute character who loves waffles. Jelly is a kind (and sometimes grumpy) jelly fish. Each book is about the adventures of their friendship. The author Ben Clanton, writes adorable books that are appropriate for all ages. If you’re sad or annoyed, these books will automatically turn your day sunny side up!” - Elliette
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ben Clanton is the author/illustrator of such books as Something Extraordinary, Rex Wrecks It!, Mo's Mustache, Vote for Me!, and The Table Sets Itself. When Ben isn't doodling up stories (and often when he is) he likes to cook, explore outdoors, and play basketball. Ben lives in Seattle, WA with his wife and goldendoodle pup.
Sofia Valdez and the Vanishing Vote
“Sophia’s class’s teacher announces that they are going to have a class pet. Her class cheers but the teacher doesn’t know what pet to get! Sophia gets a genius idea: they should have an election!” - Elliette
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Andrea Beaty. I was raised in southern Illinois in a town so small I knew everybody and their pets. And they all knew me. I was one of six kids and we spent our summer days traipsing through the fields and forests hunting for adventure. We often found it. And sometimes it found us. Always, it was fun and often, we laughed so hard we blew Orange Crush or Grape Nehi Soda out our noses. I still avoid Grape Nehi ... just in case.
I was a big reader as a kid and LOVED Nancy Drew and Trixie Beldon Mysteries. Then I moved on to Agatha Christie books and then the classics. Don’t tell anyone, but my secret ambition is to star in a Broadway musical and I am often tempted to break into song and dance at very odd moments. Mostly in the frozen food section of my grocery store. They have very good lighting.
I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark by Debbie Levy:
“RBG is someone I really admire and this book reminds us about why she’s so inspiring. It’s especially important to keep her memory alive now that she’s gone.” - Elliette
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Debbie Levy. I write books—fiction, nonfiction, and poetry—for people of all different ages, and especially for young people. Before starting my writing career, I was a newspaper editor with American Lawyer Media and Legal Times; before that, I was a lawyer with the Washington, D.C. law firm of Wilmer, Cutler & Pickering (now called WilmerHale). I have a bachelor’s degree in government and foreign affairs from the University of Virginia, and a law degree and master’s degree in world politics from the University of Michigan. I live in Maryland with my husband, Rick Hoffman. We have two grown sons. Besides writing, I love to kayak, boat, and fish in the Chesapeake Bay region, swim, and play catch (with or without the dog). And, of course, I love to read.
Tacos!: An Interactive Recipe Book
“This is an interactive book that is so much fun. You’re able to learn how to make tacos, practice, and then make the real thing. You can even open the avocado by just lifting the flap of a little bit of paper! WARNING- this might make you want to eat tacos but you can get them from El Taller!” - Elliette
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lotta Nieminen is a designer and illustrator from Helsinki. She studied at the University of Art and Design in Helsinki and the Rhode Island School of Design before winning the Art Directors Club Young Guns 8 award in 2010.
You, Me, We!
“This book is awesome! You actually get two books- one is for you and the other one is for your parent/guardian. I like that the book is interactive and you can fill it out together. You can learn more about someone by comparing your responses. You can draw portraits of each other, create your own secret codes, make coupons for each other, and more!” - Elliette
ABOUT THE BOOK
You, Me, We! is a set of fill-in books that give parents and children an opportunity to express themselves and connect with each other in the process. Filled with activities that appeal to the kid and the kid-at-heart, these identical books are designed so that a parent and child can capture memories, share interests, and collaborate on silliness at the same time! Created by Erin Jang (@theindigobunting) and kid-tested by her son Miles, these boldly designed books are gender-neutral and written for moms, dads, sons, and daughters alike. They are ideal for taking on vacation, breaking out on a rainy day, or doing a page at a time as a nightly ritual. An easy way to capture the parent-child relationship at a moment in time, You, Me, We! will become a treasure in the making.