Books that support young people's social, emotional, & educational needs.

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Discover the subtle and sometimes surprising threads that connect us to our community with Dominique's Thrifted Treasures! Buy now: hubs.ly/Q049C0nN0 #PrideMonth
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Arlo All Over Again by Sayuri Stabrowski, illustrated by Dave Szalay, is "a fun read from start to finish . . . unreservedly recommended." -Children's Bookwatch, Midwest Book Review Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04jlQd50
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LGBTQ has been the indispensable resource for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning teens and their allies since 2003. Buy now: hubs.ly/Q049BX7q0 #PrideMonth
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My publisher, @FreeSpiritBooks, has just revealed another major endorsement for #MyLifeAsAnAsthmanaut in their newsletter! This time, it's from Peter Vanderkaay, the BRONZE & GOLD-winning #Olympic swimmer from #TeamUSA! @Olympics #Olympian #asthma #kidlit #picturebooks #pb
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𝕀𝕥’𝕤 𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕖! 𝕀𝕥’𝕤 𝕙𝕖𝕣𝕖! 🤩 🎂 Happy Book Birthday to TIC-ERRIFIC ME, published by @FreeSpiritBooks and illustrated by Cait Brennan!!!! 🎂 Now available wherever books are sold! #bookbirthday #pubday #picturebook #tourettesyndrome #neurodiversity
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Happy publication day to Tic-errific Me by Alicia Meyers, illustrated by Cait Brennan! Available wherever books are sold! hubs.ly/Q0453HpB0
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I ended #AsthmaAwarenessMonth by doing my 1st reading of MY LIFE AS AN ASTHMANAUT, which was at the Hiller Family Memorial Library in Houtzdale, PA! I also did an #asthma activity & was happily surprised when I received crocheted Awareness ribbons from the staff. @FreeSpiritBooks
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Happy Pride Month! 🌈 Check out all our favorite books to celebrate Pride Month: hubs.ly/Q049BYqM0
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I'm so grateful for this incredible honor! Thank you to all the #librarians who voted for Bea! 💕
Every year, Children's Book Council sends books to students, teachers, and librarians across the country to vote on their favorites books . . . and we are honored to have our titles make the list! View a searchable list of all the favorites: hubs.ly/Q04dr2Tc0
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May is almost over, but we still have more books for #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! Today we shine the spotlight on books that support the mental health of older kids & teens. Shop the list on Amazon: hubs.ly/Q04dqYXB0 Bookshop: hubs.ly/Q04dq-l90 #MHAM2026
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Every year, Children's Book Council sends books to students, teachers, and librarians across the country to vote on their favorites books . . . and we are honored to have our titles make the list! View a searchable list of all the favorites: hubs.ly/Q04dr2Tc0
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ARLO ALL OVER AGAIN by @sayurikuri @FreeSpiritBooks is a wonderful story of friendship & encouraging others to discover how wonderful some scary, unfamiliar things can be! Great illustrations, vocab & figurative language, too! Thx for sponsoring a giveaway, @tcmpub
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Closes next week! 🚨 Cosponsored with Sambasivan & Parikh, the Asian Voices in Children’s Literature Writing Contest’s mission is to elevate authentic, culturally relevant children’s stories written by & about Asian heritage people. Submit your story: hubs.ly/Q049BkhM0
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Get the latest Free Spirit buzz delivered straight to your inbox. 🐝 Sign up now for Buzzworthy Announcements to get the latest reviews, awards, events, and new releases. A new issue goes out next week! hubs.ly/Q0453rCG0
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We need such books, thanks @FreeSpiritBooks
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! Today we're shining the spotlight on picture books that support children's mental health. Shop the list on Amazon: hubs.ly/Q04dp32X0 Bookshop: hubs.ly/Q04dnXXR0 #MHAM2026
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“A helpful guide that blends psychology, real-life examples, and actionable strategies. This book would be valuable for any parent, teacher, or caregiver looking to understand better and support kids who struggle with anger.” —Library Journal on Keeping Your Cool When They Can't
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