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Your Future Is Bright
Written by Corey Finkle, illustrated by Shelley Couvillion
Follow along as a group of children dream of becoming painters, authors, rock stars and so much more!
Offering an encouraging message for kids, similar to Oh, The Places You’ll Go, Your Future Is Bright shares how, with passion, dedication and hard work, children can become anything they put their mind to.
“Amazing adventures are coming to you, and people are eager to see what you’ll do. Your future is waiting. Which path will you choose? There’s no way to know ... but there are a few clues.”
Told in lyrical rhyming verse and accompanied by beautiful watercolor illustrations, the book emboldens children to dream and do their best.
“Don’t ever stop dreaming, and set your sights high! Tomorrow will come in the blink of an eye. So follow your instincts to do what feels right ... And you can be sure that your future is bright.”
I Promise
Written by LeBron James, illustrated by Nina Mata
LeBron James’s debut picture book, I Promise, is based upon the inspirational pledge foundational to the I Promise School he started in 2018 in Akron, OH.
The book follows a diverse group of children as they make important promises for their lives, such as being resilient, being open to trying new things, being humble and always working hard and doing their best.
“I promise to ask questions and find answers, to believe in next time and second chances.”
This uplifting book is a #1 New York Times bestseller, an Amazon Best Book of the Year, a Barnes and Noble Best Book of the Year and an Indie Bestseller.
Mata’s vibrant illustrations are captivating. She is a New York Times bestselling illustrator as well as a Geisel Honor Winner.
This is an inspiring book for school children, both in the classroom and out.
Bear Can’t Wait
Written by Karma Wilson, illustrated by Jane Chapman
Since the first Bear book was published (Bear Snores On) in 2002, fans have been following along with Bear and his friends. Now, 19 years later, there are more than a million Bear books in print! And this one is yet another that will delight Bear fans everywhere.
The book begins, “On a bright, sunny day, Bear paces to and fro. He fusses and he fidgets. Why is time so slow?”
Poor Bear has been planning his friend’s birthday party for weeks, and it’s been difficult for him to wait. Little ones will empathize with Bear if they’ve ever had trouble being patient while waiting for their own special event.
Unfortunately, all the party planning and preparations end up ruined because of Bear’s impatience. Bear and his friends work together quickly and pull off the party as planned. Whew!
Bear is very thankful to have such good friends.
Sandy Foster is a writer and blogger (NadinesBakery.com) who lives in the Kansas City area.