Although these picture books are for an older school aged child, they are a continuing trend to feature artists, illustrators and poets for our young children. Check this list complied by Nina Crews for the New York Times.
The image of Maya Angelou is from Rise! From a Caged Bird to Poet of the People, Maya Angelou by Bethany Hegedus.
Once you read this book, you will hug your baby, and your baby will hug you back. It’s irresistible.
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The New York Times and the New York Public Library awarded these 10 titles the Best Illustrated Children’s Books 2023.