Mika Song – illustratör

Two sharks, the ocean's most ferocious predators, try to resolve their differences by trading jokes and making each other laugh in this picture book about learning to get along with others. Mako is a hungry shark and wants everything for himself. Tiger is exactly the same way. These two competitive sharks are definitely not friends. But then a hook from above is dropped in the ocean and Tiger goes for the bait. Mako knows what he would want Tiger to do for him and rushes over to help. Is it possible that the two not-so-friendly sharks might become friends? Once they trade their favorite silly sayings, it looks like that just may happen.Entertaining storytelling pairs with expressive illustrations to create this fun picture book.

An empowering celebration of identity, acceptance and Hawaiian culture based on the true story of a young girl in Hawaiʻi who dreams of leading the boys-only hula troupe at her school.Ho'onani feels in-between. She doesn't see herself as wahine (girl) OR kane (boy). She's happy to be in the middle. But not everyone sees it that way.When Ho'onani finds out that there will be a school performance of a traditional kane hula chant, she wants to be part of it. But can a girl really lead the all-male troupe? Ho'onani has to try . . .Based on a true story, Ho'onani: Hula Warrior is a celebration of Hawaiian culture and an empowering story of a girl who learns to lead and learns to accept who she really is--and in doing so, gains the respect of all those around her. Ho'onani's story first appeared in the documentary A Place in the Middle by filmmakers Dean Hamer and Joe Wilson.

Life on Earth isn't feeling fair, so Sophia runs away to the moon, where there are no bedtimes and no time-outs!   Sophia can do whatever she wants on the moon, and even though she's upset with her mom, they still send each other letters. But when Sophia's angry notes are met with gentle replies, her home back on Earth starts to seem not-quite-so-bad—especially when Mom reports that someone from the moon has moved in to Sophia's old room and they're having spaghetti for dinner!   Full of humor and imagination, Love, Sophia on the Moon is a story about unconditional love, and a stellar pick for storytime, bedtime, or anytime.

2020 Schneider Family Honor BookIn Classroom Six, second left down the hall, Henry has been on the lookout for a friend. A friend who shares. A friend who listens. Maybe even a friend who likes things to stay the same and all in order, as Henry does. But on a day full of too close and too loud, when nothing seems to go right, will Henry ever find a friend—or will a friend find him? With insight and warmth, this heartfelt story from the perspective of a boy on the autism spectrum celebrates the everyday magic of friendship.

A food filled graphic novel perfect for fans of Ratatouille!THIS IS NO ORDINARY RESTAURANT. AND NIGHT CHEF IS NO ORDINARY CHEF.For years she has lived inside the walls, honing her cooking skills. But though her talented paws can transform the humblest ingredients, the humans will never accept her - so she remains hidden, and alone.Then a fateful ramen mishap leads her to Ichi - a lost baby crow. As they search for his home together, Night Chef discovers that good food tastes even better when shared with those you love.'A heartwarming tale about sharing the joy of food with family and friends' Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

A beginning chapter book series based on the award-winning picture book, A Friend for Henry!Henry likes Classroom Ten. He likes how it is always the same. But this week, Henry's class will have a parade, and a parade means having Share Time on the wrong day. A parade means playing instruments that are too loud . A parade means this week is not like always.Join Henry as he navigates the ups and downs of marker missiles, stomach volcanoes, and days that feel a little too orange. From the creators of the Schneider Family Honor-winning picture book A Friend for Henry, this warmly funny book starring a child on the autism spectrum is a reassuring read for school-bound kids of all stripes.

“Relatable characters, familiar scenarios, and gentle humor make this a remarkably satisfying read.” —Horn Book Magazine, Starred Review From the creators of the Schneider Award-winning books A Friend for Henry and Henry, Like Always comes a delightful beginning chapter book about embracing new experiences, starring a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum.It’s Field Trip Day! Henry's class is excited to visit the museum, but Henry is not so sure. The museum means maybe seeing dinosaurs, Henry's favorite. But it also means a lot of things that are new: a noisy school bus ride, a building full of echoes and hallways, and plenty of chances to get lost! Will he find something that makes all of this new worth the trip? Come along with Henry in this funny, bighearted tale about trying new things, exploring new places, and finding the courage to make yourself heard.

The third chapter book in the award-winning Henry series, starring a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum, is a story about embracing life's messier moments and one’s own uniqueness.It is Picture Day for Classroom Ten! Mrs. Tanaka says that the class will take a perfect picture. And on Picture Day, everyone smiles. The trouble is that Henry does not feel perfect. His new shirt has stripes. He has never practiced smiling. And, worst of all, his front tooth is starting to wobble.Join Henry and the kids of Classroom Ten in this warm and funny tale of Picture Day pressure, loose tooth trouble, and learning what it truly means to make a day—and a memory—that is picture perfect. Part of the Schneider Family Award and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning series, this is a reassuring read for all school-age kids.Perfect for: Newly independent readers An excellent resource for parents of kids on the spectrum Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for a children’s book that offers a window into the experience of autism A reassuring read for kids with varying levels of social anxiety Gift-givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about new experiences

The award-winning chapter book is now in paperback! Based on the beloved picture book A Friend for Henry, the Henry series shares relatable, reassuring stories that are just right for beginning readers.A Schneider Family Book Award Winner A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book A NPR 2023 Books We Love PickA School Library Journal Best Book of 2023 A 2023 Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book Henry likes Classroom Ten. He likes how it is always the same. But this week, Henry's class will have a parade, and a parade means having Share Time on the wrong day. A parade means playing instruments that are too loud. A parade means this week is not like always.Join Henry as he navigates the ups and downs of marker missiles, stomach volcanoes, and days that feel a little too orange. From the creators of the Schneider Family Honor-winning picture book A Friend for Henry, this warmly funny book starring a child on the autism spectrum is a reassuring read for all school-bound kids.  Perfect for: Newly independent readers An excellent resource for parents of kids on the spectrum Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for a children’s book that offers a window into the experience of autism A reassuring read for kids with varying levels of social anxiety Gift-givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about friendship

The fourth book in the Schneider Family Award and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning series that follows Henry, a boy on the autism spectrum, as he navigates friendships, classroom conundrums, and the ups and downs of daily life as a sweet and sensitive first-grader.It’s Henry’s turn to take care of the school garden. And his best friend, Katie, will help him. But then a new girl named Ivy joins their garden crew. Ivy tells jokes that make Katie laugh. She does handstands, just like Katie. Katie says Ivy is her friend. But Henry is Katie’s friend! Suddenly, Henry’s world feels upside down. Follow along as Henry learns to tend a garden, deal with a big box of worms, and maybe even make a new friend.Readers of all kinds will delight in seeing the world through Henry's eyes in these gentle, classic-feeling stories, delivered with empathy and charm by the award-winning author-illustrator team of Jenn Bailey and Mika Song.

The fifth book in the acclaimed early reader series starring Henry, a sweet and sensitive first-grader on the autism spectrum, in a new classroom adventure about learning to listen and work together—from the Schneider Family Award and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor–winning creators of A Friend for Henry and Henry, Like Always.Henry and his class are learning about space, and Henry has a lot to share! But sometimes his words blast out as fast as a rocket, and he worries he won’t know when to stop. To his surprise, his classmates are excited to learn from him, and even choose him to lead their group project.As Henry and his classmates work together, he discovers that sharing ideas is only one part of being a good leader. Everyone has something important to contribute, and creating something great means learning how to listen to one another.This fifth book in the warmhearted Henry series invites young readers to see the world through Henry's eyes in a gentle, classic-feeling story, delivered with empathy and charm by author Jenn Bailey and illustrator Mika Song.

“Relatable characters, familiar scenarios, and gentle humor make this a remarkably satisfying read.” —Horn Book Magazine, Starred Review The second book in the acclaimed series is now in paperback! From the creators of the Schneider Award-winning books A Friend for Henry and Henry, Like Always, this delightful beginning chapter book about embracing new experiences stars a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum.  It’s Field Trip Day! Henry's class is excited to visit the museum, but Henry is not so sure. The museum means maybe seeing dinosaurs, Henry's favorite. But it also means a lot of things that are new: a noisy school bus ride, a building full of echoes and hallways, and plenty of chances to get lost! Will he find something that makes all of this new worth the trip? Come along with Henry in this funny, bighearted tale about trying new things, exploring new places, and finding the courage to make yourself heard.

Now available in paperback! The third chapter book in the Schneider Award-winning Henry series, starring a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum, is a story about embracing life's messier moments and one’s own uniqueness.Praise for Henry's Picture-Perfect Day!"With its short chapters, easy text, gentle humor, and depiction of relatable feelings of unease while offering satisfyingly warm, non-threatening solutions, this title is ideal for young readers who will empathize with the characters’ feelings of anxiety.” ― School Library Journal, Starred Review“Another charming outing for this winsome protagonist.” ― Kirkus ReviewsIt is Picture Day for Classroom Ten! Mrs. Tanaka says that the class will take a perfect picture. And on Picture Day, everyone smiles. The trouble is that Henry does not feel perfect. His new shirt has stripes. He has never practiced smiling. And, worst of all, his front tooth is starting to wobble.Join Henry and the kids of Classroom Ten in this warm and funny tale of Picture Day pressure, loose tooth trouble, and learning what it truly means to make a day—and a memory—that is picture perfect. Part of the Schneider Family Award and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning series, this is a reassuring read for all school-age kids.

A giftable boxed set of three award-winning chapter books! Books 1-3 in the Schneider Family Award and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor–winning Henry series share relatable, reassuring stories that are just right for beginning readers.Get to know Henry, a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum, and all his friends in Classroom Ten: Henry likes his school. His best friend, Katie, is in his class. Mrs. Tanaka teaches them about music, art, and science. They have Snack and go to Recess. Most things are the same every day. That is how Henry likes it. But sometimes things are different.This boxed set features paperback editions of the first three funny, warmhearted tales in the beloved series:Henry, Like Always: This week, Henry's class will have a parade, and a parade means having Share Time on the wrong day. A parade means playing instruments that are too loud. A parade means this week is not like always.Henry and the Something New: A field trip to the museum means maybe seeing dinosaurs, Henry's favorite. But it also means a lot of things that are new: a noisy school bus ride, a building full of echoes and hallways, and plenty of chances to get lost!Henry's Picture-Perfect Day: On Picture Day, Mrs. Tanaka says that the class will take a perfect picture. The trouble is that Henry does not feel perfect. His new shirt feels too tight. He has never practiced smiling. And, worst of all, his front tooth is starting to wobble.Can Henry’s friends help him through hard times? Follow along as Henry navigates the joys and trials of life in Classroom Ten in these stories, sure to delight with their sweet humor and illustrations throughout.