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Picture books that explore and illuminate touching and humorous moments of family situations. www.FlashlightPress.com

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What's the perfect cure for a busy day? Why, a bubble bath, of course! 🫧

Celebrate #NationalBubbleBathDay today with Ella and Lavender as they get sudsy after a fun day of playing in the garden.

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@ipgbook.bsky.social #bathtime #bubblebathday #CozyMoments #kidlit
Illustration of a young girl named Ella and her stuffed elephant getting clean (Ella in the bathtub with a bubble bouffant on her head, and Lavender the stuffed elephant in the washing machine). From picture book Me & Lavender.
January 8, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Now that kids are back to school, it's the perfect time for them to brush up on their glue skills!

Watch this fun read-aloud of the award-winning Too Much Glue: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bdi...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #BackToSchool #glue #toomuchglue #readaloud #kidlit
Read Aloud with Kids: Too Much Glue by Jason Lefebvre, illustrated by Zac Retz (with narrator video)
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January 7, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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NEW review of our Maddi's Fridge storybook app from Brandy Bruce, K/1 Intervention Specialist at Dawson-Bryant Elementary School!

She called it "a super cute app" and "the sweetest story".

Read her full review: flashlightpress.com/maddis-fridg...

#kidsapp #AppStore #kidslit #appsforkids
January 6, 2026 at 1:25 PM
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Our picture book Maddi’s Fridge is hitting the stage!

Jan 24–25, 2026 | Broadwater Theater Second Stage, Los Angeles, CA

🎟40% OFF tickets with code FRIDGE15!
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A must-see family play about friendship and hunger.

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Maddi's Fridge Tickets | Storybook Family Playhouse
Sofia learns that Maddi's family doesn't have enough money to fill their fridge and promises Maddi she'll keep this discovery a secret. But because Sofia wants to help her friend, she's faced with a d...
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January 5, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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We are proud to announce that Me & Lavender won GOLD in the Kiddable Awards 2025 for Best Kid's Ebook!!
kiddable.family.blog/2025/12/29/k...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #bookawardwinner #BookAwards #BestBooks2025 #kiddable #kidlit
January 4, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Happy New Year from Flashlight Press! Wishing you and your family a joyful, healthy, and inspiring 2026.

Illustration from picture book Just SNOW Already!: flashlightpress.com/just-snow-al...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #happynewyear #newyear2026 #happynewyear2026
January 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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How I Met My Monster inspired a school-wide art collaboration!

After reading the book, 2nd graders drew their own imaginary monsters, and high school students transformed those drawings into clay sculptures.
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@ipgbook.bsky.social #picturebooks #arteducation #clay
December 31, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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App of the Day: Maddi’s Fridge App was highlighted by the Educational App Store!

"This heartwarming experience helps children explore empathy, friendship, and awareness of childhood hunger together with the adults who care for them."

Download now: buff.ly/Ny9xJ9C
December 30, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Storyline Online’s activity guide for So Much Slime has been named #1 Partner Lesson 2025 by the American Federation of Teachers! 🏆

sharemylesson.com/teaching-res...

Huge thanks to @sharemylesson.bsky.social for the honor!

@ipgbook.bsky.social #Literacy #STEMLearning #teachers #bestof2025
December 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Happy Holidays from Flashlight Press!

Wishing you a season filled with cozy reads and joyful moments shared with your family and friends.

Illustrations from The Only One Club: flashlightpress.com/the-only-one...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #HappyHolidays2025 #Christmas2025 #Hanukkah #chanukah
December 18, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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The new paperback edition of Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick was featured in Midwest Book Reviews' online magazine!
www.midwestbookreview.com/cbw/nov_25.h...

Find out more about this book: flashlightpress.com/getting-to-k...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #classroomreads #FriendshipStories #SEL #kidsgift
December 17, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Grateful for author/educator @ShekarAruna's wonderful review of Me & Lavender:

"The illustrations are beautiful and complement the story very well. Children can relate to the narrative and can enjoy the humour in it."

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@ipgbook.bsky.social #bookreview #kidlit
December 16, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Happy International Tea Day! 🫖 Pinkies up and let the tea parties begin!

Can Ella and her elephant pal stay clean for Mom's afternoon tea party?

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@ipgbook.bsky.social #InternationalTeaDay #teaparty #TeaTimeFun #teatime #picturebook
December 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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We were delighted to see So Much Slime and Carla's Glasses featured in New Mexico Kids Magazine!

Reviewed by 4th graders and included in the magazine with 75,000 readers across New Mexico:
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New Mexico Kids! Nov-Dec 2025
Flipsnack is a digital catalog maker that makes it easy to create, publish and share html5 flipbooks. Upload a PDF or design from scratch flyers, magazines, books and more.
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December 14, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Happy Birthday to Rita Moreno, one of the few actors to win an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony!

We are honored that she read I Need My Monster on Storyline Online (available to watch for free!):
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@ipgbook.bsky.social #RitaMoreno #birthday
December 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Congratulations to Zac Retz (illustrator of Too Much Glue and So Much Slime) and his team on the Oscar-winning short film that they worked on called War is Over!

Watch now: youtu.be/W68-XaFepOg

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#shortfilm2025 #oscarwinner #AcademyAwardWinner
December 10, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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“Is it snowing YET?!”

Kids who know the agony of waiting will love Just SNOW Already!, a hilarious picture book where one boy is so busy watching for snow he misses what's right in front of him!

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@ipgbook.bsky.social #giftidea #KidLit #kidsbooks #Xmas
3 illustrations from picture book Just SNOW Already! showing a boy imagining snow while eating breakfast with his family, the boy running to a window to check if it's snowing yet, and the street in front of the boy's window which is filled with wacky chaos such as a firetruck, clown cars, a crashed zoo truck with tons of monkeys spilling out of it, birds fighting in the sky, a kid's birthday party guest dressed in costumes, and more.
December 9, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Still looking for the perfect holiday gift? These fan-favorite picture books bring joy, laughter, and adventure to every home.

Available at your local and online bookstores: flashlightpress.com

@ipgbook.bsky.social #christmasgifts #giftsforkids #giftideas
December 8, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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It’s #NationalSlimeDay, the perfect excuse for some hands-on creativity!

In So Much Slime, Matty’s class finds out what happens when slime won’t stop spreading (hint: it’s hilarious).

Includes a slime recipe in the book! flashlightpress.com/so-much-slime/

@ipgbook.bsky.social #KidLit #Slime #STEM
Cover of award-winning picture book "So Much Slime". A wide-eyed boy stands in the middle of a classroom stretching out bright green slime across his body. Two classmates are seen behind him also playing with slime with big smiles on their faces. The title "So Much Slime" is written in gooey green letters above. At the bottom right corner, it says "Written by Jason Lefebvre, illustrated by Zac Retz" Illustration from picture book "So Much Slime" featuring a young boy named Matty making glow-in-the-dark slime in a darkened room with his mom and dad. They all wear big smiles.
December 7, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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We loved Vanesa Josevski's review of the Maddi’s Fridge app!

"Max was instantly excited… he recognized it from school." He loved the animations and games.
Vanesa called it "a beautiful and important story" and Max gave it a huge thumbs up!

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#KidsBooks #kitlit
December 4, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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A full fridge isn’t every child’s reality.

We’re grateful for Imaginary Elevators’ thoughtful review of Maddi’s Fridge. Their reflection on childhood hunger in America reminds us why this story continues to matter.
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Freedom from Hunger
Maddi’s Fridge – written by Lois Brandt, illustrated by Vin VogelFlashlight Press, 2014 (paperback edition, 2022. Reading app available: Thanksgiving is associated with families sharing a plentiful…
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December 3, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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Happy National Cat Month from Flashlight Purrrr-ess!

If your family has ever “accidentally” adopted a cat (or three…), you’ll love the hilarious picture book That Cat Can't Stay: flashlightpress.com/that-cat-can...

@ipgbook.bsky.social #NationalCatMonth #catmonth #catlovers #catloverscommunity
December 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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We’re thrilled to share that Maddi’s Fridge has been certified by Educational App Store and awarded 5 stars!

“a warm, beautifully illustrated storybook app that transforms an award-winning picture book into a meaningful digital experience.”

Download now:
apps.apple.com/us/app/maddi...

#kidsapps
December 1, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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It’s the FINAL day of our Black Friday Kindle sale! 🎉

Grab these award-winning ebooks for over 50% off — perfect for cozy reading time with your kids.

Available now on Amazon.com:
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November 30, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving from Flashlight Press! 🦃

Today we're thankful for shared meals, warm conversations, and the people who make every season brighter.

Illustration from Maddi's Fridge: flashlightpress.com/maddis-fridge/

@ipgbook.bsky.social #Thanksgiving #Thanksgiving2025
November 27, 2025 at 1:08 PM