The Perfect Gift For Younger Readers!

Top Picture Books of 2021!

Picture and board books are great gifts for the newest of readers and you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list! Featuring works from new authors such as Hilary Duff to best-selling authors like Adam Rubin, find the perfect picture book below! Download social media assets here.

My Little Brave Girl

Hilary Duff; illustrated by Kelsey Garrity-Riley

A poetic text encourages girls to reach higher, dream bigger, and approach the world with their hearts wide open. This love letter to little girls was inspired by Hilary Duff’s own experience as a mother as she considered all the ways her daughter had to be brave.

9780593300725
$18.99 US | Hardcover
US, Canada, Open Mkt
03/23/2021

Milo Imagines the World

Matt de la Peña; illus. by Christian Robinson

The team behind the Newbery Medal winner and Caldecott Honor book Last Stop on Market Street and the award-winning New York Times bestseller Carmela Full of Wishes once again delivers a poignant and timely picture book that’s sure to become an instant classic.

9780399549083
$16.50 Export Price ~~$18.99~~ US | Hardcover
US, Canada, Open Mkt
02/02/2021

Gladys the Magic Chicken

Adam Rubin and illustrated by Adam Rex

From the mega-bestselling author of Dragons Love Tacos and the mega-bestselling illustrator of The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors, comes this hilarious new picture book about an irresistible chicken who unexpectedly finds herself on an epic journey during Ancient Times.

9780593325605
$18.99 US | Hardcover
World
10/26/2021

The Creature of Habit

Jennifer E. Smith; illustrated by Leo Espinosa

A story for creatures of habit big and small who might be surprised by the joy of trying something new.

9780593173053
$17.99 US | Hardcover
World
11/09/2021

The Cat on the Mat

Bonnie Worth; illustrated by Aristides ruiz

Beginning readers will learn to cultivate calmness and focus with the Cat in the Hat in this simple rhymed introduction to mindfulness meditation!

9780593379356
$9.99 US | Hardcover
US, Canada, Open Mkt
10/05/2021

What’s Inside A Flower?

Written and Illustrated by Rachel Ignotofsky

From the creator of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science, comes a new nonfiction picture book series ready to grow young scientists by nurturing their curiosity about the natural world.

9780593176474
$17.99 US | Hardcover
World
02/02/2021

Change Sings

Amanda Gorman; Illustrated by Loren Long

A lyrical picture book debut from #1 New York Times bestselling author and presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long.

9780593203224
$17.50 Export Price ~~$18.99~~ US | Hardcover
US, Canada, Open Mkt
09/21/2021

This Is a Gift for You

Written and illustrated by Emily Winfield Martin

A stunning companion to the best-selling and beloved The Wonderful Things You Will Be, this picture book celebrates how we say “I love you” with gifts as magical as a dream, and as comforting as a place to belong. It is a poetic tribute to the simple joys of life and nature, and a reminder that the greatest gift we have is time spent together.

9781524714161
$18.99 US | Hardcover
World
11/30/2021

The 1619 Project: Born on the Water

Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson; Illustrated by Nikkolas Smith

The 1619 Project’s lyrical picture book in verse chronicles the consequences of slavery and the history of Black resistance in the United States, thoughtfully rendered by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and Newbery honor-winning author Renée Watson.

9780593307359
$18.99 US | Hardcover
World
11/16/2021

Middle Grade Favorites!

Whether your readers are part of the world’s biggest fandoms or looking for something new, we have the best picks for tweens and teens alike! This year’s gift guide includes R.J. Palacio’s newest adventure, as well as continuations of the most popular Middle Grade series. Download social media assets to highlight these and other titles here.

Pony

R. J. Palacio

The bestselling author of Wonder returns with an enthralling adventure about a boy on a quest to rescue his father, with only a ghost as his companion and a mysterious pony as his guide.

9780553508116
$17.99 US | Hardcover
US, Canada, Open Mkt
09/28/2021

Minecraft: The Mountain

Max Brooks

In the thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestselling novel Minecraft: The Island, a stranded hero stumbles upon another castaway—and discovers that teamwork might just be the secret to survival.

9780593355282
$16 US | Trade Paperback
US, Canada, Open Mkt
03/02/2021

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The Last Kids on Earth and the Doomsday Race

Max Brallier; Illustrated by Douglas Holgate

Jack Sullivan and his buddies are road-tripping toward the mysterious Tower, where they must stop Rezzoch the Ancient, Destructor of Worlds, from descending upon our dimension.

9780593527221
$9.50 US | Trade Paperback
US, Canada, Open Mkt
10/26/2021

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Dog Squad

Chris Grabenstein

Introducing DOG SQUAD, the crime-fighting, tail-wagging, hilarious new series from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library and coauthor of Max Einstein!

9780593425596
$10 US | Trade Paperback
World
05/11/2021

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Dead Wednesday

Jerry Spinelli

Can playing dead bring you back to life? On this day the worlds of a shy boy and a gone girl collide, and the connection they make will change them both forever. A brilliant new novel from the Newbery Medal winner and author of the New York Times bestseller Stargirl.

9780593425848
$10 US | Trade Paperback
World
08/03/2021

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Finn and the Intergalactic Lunchbox

Michael Buckley

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Sisters Grimm and NERDS comes a new action-packed middle-grade series with aliens, robots, and kids saving the world!

9780525646907
$7.99 US | Trade Paperback
US, Canada, Open Mkt
03/02/2021

The Elephant in the Room

Holly Goldberg Sloan

From the New York Times bestselling author of Counting by 7s comes a heartfelt story about “the importance of compassion and bravery when facing life’s challenges” (Kirkus) for fans of The One and Only Ivan and Front Desk.

9780593354315
$9 US | Trade Paperback
US, Canada, Open Mkt
03/02/2021

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Clarice the Brave

Lisa McMann

New York Times bestselling author of The Unwanteds brings us an epic animal adventure story perfect for fans of Pax and A Wolf Called Wander.

9780593407660
$10.50 US | Trade Paperback
World
10/12/2021

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The Mysterious Disappearance of Aidan S. (as told to his brother)

David Levithan

New York Times bestselling author David Levithan takes young readers on twisting journey through truth, reality, and fantasy and belief.

9780593377444
$11 US | Trade Paperback
US, Canada, Open Mkt
02/02/2021

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Newsletter Order Form & Edelweiss Catalog

All gift titles highlighted in this newsletter–plus many other categories–appear on our Holiday 2021 Order Form and Edelweiss Collection.

Download the complete Holiday 2021 Order Form here.

Go to the Edelweiss Collection for the Holiday 2021 Top Titles.

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By Laura Kemp | December 15 2021 | Children's

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