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Otis by Loren Long

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adventurous lighthearted slow-paced
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  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

Such a sweet story about friendship 🥰
The Smart Cookie by Jory John

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inspiring lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

A precious story to help kids realize there are different kinds of "smart" and they're all special. 
All My Friends Are Dead by Jory John, Avery Monsen

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dark funny lighthearted fast-paced
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5.0

Another hilarious one from Jory John that had me laughing out loud! A lot of humor with a deep and philosophical message randomly thrown in.
Otis and the Kittens by Loren Long

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inspiring lighthearted fast-paced
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  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

Such a sweet story about helping others, even when it's scary ❤️
Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin

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funny lighthearted medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? N/A
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3.0

...what is the point of this book?
Big by Vashti Harrison

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inspiring lighthearted medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

What a GORGEOUS book!!! Gosh I wish I had a book like this when I was a kid. I can remember so many instances of people telling me I was "too big" for something. This is such an important book for littles.
The Noise Inside Boys: A Story About Big Feelings by Pete Oswald

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lighthearted reflective fast-paced
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4.75

A great book for boys to help name and understand their emotions!
The Book with No Pictures by B.J. Novak

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
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  • Strong character development? N/A
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4.0

A funny book for older kids, but definitely not little ones. Lots of funny voices and words!
Like Father, Like Son by Lesléa Newman

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lighthearted fast-paced

4.25

This is a sweet book for fathers and sons! I don't think it would be good for every father, as it does focus on "more feminine" tasks, such as baking and sewing. 
Harold and the Purple Crayon by Crockett Johnson

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adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

A precious and classic story about imagination and creativity 💜