Top 10 Children's Tiles - Bologna Book Fair Special
This year’s Bologna Children's Book Fair far surpassed our expectations. The event was filled with an incredibly vibrant energy, a dynamic schedule, and a wealth of exciting opportunities for connection and collaboration.
We’ve been hard at work since our return, actively progressing several promising deals that were initiated during conversations at the fair. While those discussions continue to evolve, we’re excited to share with you the Top 10 titles that captured the attention and interest of our international buyers.
So Many Ways to Be Curious (Educate2Empower Publishing)
In So Many Ways to Be Curious, children are encouraged to ask questions, explore, observe, and use their imagination to create; they will also learn to listen to differing points of view and perspectives — all crucial skills for leading an empowered life full of curiosity!
Different Thinkers: Autism (Boys Town Press)
A child-centered guide that explains autism and highlights the gifts of being neurodivergent! Using simple language, complemented by appealing and captivating illustrations, Different Thinkers Autism offers an accessible and uplifting message about what it means to have autism, how autism affects emotions and behaviors, and what children can do to manage any challenges while building on their individual strengths.
They Work (Familius)
The newest addition to June Smalls’s nature series, They Work is a gorgeous nonfiction picture book about life for a hive of honeybees, complete with factoids. She is the queen. She fought for that position from the moment she broke out of her cell. Her job is important, but she is not the leader. A hive is only successful if many, many bees are working. But only the females are hard at work.
Awe (Educate2Empower Publishing)
Awe is a little word for a BIG feeling. Awe increases our joy and sense of wonder. It encourages gratefulness and helps us to understand that the world is so much bigger than ourselves. Feelings of awe contribute to positive mental health, makes us more empathetic and nurtures curiosity. This beautifully illustrated book will encourage your child to recognise feelings of awe — which can only be beneficial as they embark on life’s journey.
Emily Snook (Gnome Road Publishing)
A classic underdog story, Emily Snook: The World's Smallest Cook reminds readers of the power of determination and a willingness to take risks. With the encouragement and support of her favorite sous chef - her grandpa - Emily tackles each cooking catastrophe that threatens her chance of winning. From utensils that are too big to counters too high, Emily Snook takes on the challenges of being the tiniest contestant, proving to everyone that being small doesn't mean you can't do it all.
What's in it for Me? (Boys Town Press)
Noodle’s frustrated about always being told WHAT to do and HOW to do it. “Why do I NEED TO kick with my toes? And play the piano so S–L–O–W? Why do I NEED an A or a B? Why do I NEED TO read? Why do I NEED TO do all of this stuff? Seriously? What’s in it for me? Once again, Noodle’s mother is there to help him understand. This time, she explains the importance of practicing smaller chores so Noodle’s ready for life’s bigger challenges ahead. Will Noodle learn to turn his ‘‘NEED TOs” into ‘‘I DID Its” changing his feelings of entitlement into appreciation for achievements?
1-2-3 Monsters (Familius)
A counting board book with adorable clay monsters from author and artist Larissa Honsek. Count every eye and tentacle in this adorable counting board book filled with friendly clay-figure monsters. From one to eight, meet a new friendly monster on each page and count along. Perfect for monster-loving kids year-round!
Outdoor Time (Free Spirit Publishing)
Join a group of toddlers as they dress for outdoors; find balls, pails, binoculars, and treasures; and head outside to shout, run, play, and explore. Through a fall day that brings a sprinkling of raindrops and ends with a few early snowflakes, the children examine and collect outdoor treasures until it's time to head inside again.
My School Work Is a Mess! (Boys Town Press)
When it comes to his schoolwork, Dakota is often inattentive and usually unorganized. His lack of focus leads to disappointments, and his teachers and his mom are increasingly concerned. His grades, which were never exactly stellar, are slipping, and Dakota is making excuses. Excuses like: All the teachers have it out for me, there’s way too much homework anyway, and none of this is my fault!
Heir of Blood and Moonlight (Rubus Press)
Seven immortals. One queen. A love to die for. I'm the last of my kind–the last living female vampire. The only one left to save my race from extinction. No pressure, right?
For three decades, I’ve been on the run, living as a human librarian and hiding from the shifters who slaughtered my family when I was a kid. But now they’ve found me, and the only way to protect myself–and my son–is to claim my throne and unlock my magic, gifted to my ancestors by the moon goddess Selene. And to do that, I need to bind myself to seven consorts. Seven insanely hot, powerful, and irresistible immortal men.
