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Lydia Lukidis

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Lydia Lukidis is an award-winning author of 50+ trade and educational books for children. Her titles include UP, UP HIGH: The Secret Poetry of Earth's Atmosphere (Capstone, 2025), DANCING THROUGH SPACE: Dr. Mae Jemison Soars to New Heights (Albert Whitman, 2024), and DEEP, DEEP, DOWN: The Secret Underwater Poetry of the Mariana Trench (Capstone, 2023) which was a Crystal Kite winner for the Canada and North America division, Forest of Reading Silver Birch Express Honor, a Cybils Award nominee, and winner of the Dogwood Readers Award. A science enthusiast from a young age, Lydia now incorporates her studies in science and her everlasting curiosity into her books.

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	Deep, Deep Down: The Secret Underwater Poetry of the Mariana Trench 4.63 avg rating — 200 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Dancing through Space: Dr. Mae Jemison Soars to New Heights by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Sawyer Cloud (Illustrator) 4.60 avg rating — 70 ratings — published 2024 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Up, Up High: The Secret Poetry of Earth's Atmosphere by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Katie Rewse (illustrator) 4.78 avg rating — 58 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Groucho the Grouchy Groundhog (Volume 1) by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Tara J. Hannon (artist) 4.79 avg rating — 24 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	No Bears Allowed 4.43 avg rating — 21 ratings — published 2019 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Hiding from the Nazis in Plain Sight: A Graphic Novel Biography of Zhanna and Frina Arshanskaya by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Aleksandar Sotirovski (Illustrator) 4.25 avg rating — 16 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Bats!: Mysterious and Misunderstood Mammals 4.20 avg rating — 15 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Broken Bees' Nest: Beekeeping by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), André Ceolin (Illustrations) 4.23 avg rating — 13 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Hel Vs. Persephone: Fight for the Underworld 3.89 avg rating — 9 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Gerbs in the House: The Dilly Dally Bedtime Routine 4.25 avg rating — 8 ratings — published 2014	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Hello world!! This is my kidlit my blog, Blissfully Bookish. This time I get to introduce a friend I made during a kidlit competition. I had the pleasure of critiquing her manuscript and was blown away. I told her it would defnotely sell, and it did! Please welcome author Carolyn Fraiser, here to chat about […]

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Lydia Lukidis wrote a new blog post Author Carolyn Fraiser on Concept Books– plus a GIVEWAY! Hello world!! This is my kidlit my blog, Blissfully Bookish. This time I get to introduce a friend I made during a kidlit competition. I had the pleas Read more of this blog post »
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Squirrels Scamper (Outside Our Window Board Books) by Mélina Mangal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A fun, active book that gets kids moving like the squirrels they see! The story captures the energy of autumn and outdoor play. Beautiful artwork and simple text make it engaging for toddlers. Perfect for families who love nature and adventure!
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Trees Stand Tall (Outside Our Window Board Books) by Mélina Mangal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A gentle, calming story that compares growing kids to strong, swaying trees. The language is soothing and the pictures are gorgeous. Great for teaching mindfulness and resilience in a way little ones understand. A must-have for any nature-loving fami ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Trees Stand Tall (Outside Our Window Board Books) by Mélina Mangal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A gentle, calming story that compares growing kids to strong, swaying trees. The language is soothing and the pictures are gorgeous. Great for teaching mindfulness and resilience in a way little ones understand. A must-have for any nature-loving fami ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Birds Sing Their Words (Outside Our Window Board Books) by Mélina Mangal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A lovely introduction to bird songs for little ones! The rhythmic text and playful sounds make it a perfect read-aloud. The illustrations are bright and inviting, showing nature in an urban setting. Great for sparking curiosity about birds right outs ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Birds Sing Their Words (Outside Our Window Board Books) by Mélina Mangal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A lovely introduction to bird songs for little ones! The rhythmic text and playful sounds make it a perfect read-aloud. The illustrations are bright and inviting, showing nature in an urban setting. Great for sparking curiosity about birds right outs ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing A Letter to My Best Friend by Yangsook Choi (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Yangsook Choi’s A Letter to My Best Friend is a tender, beautifully illustrated picture book that captures the enduring power of friendship, even across time and distance. Told through the heartfelt letter of a young boy to his childhood best friend, ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Late Today by Jungyoon Huh	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
“Late Today” by Jungyoon Huh is a tender, beautifully illustrated book that captures the quiet magic of everyday moments. Its gentle language and warm art make readers slow down and appreciate the beauty in small things—perfect for bedtime or a cozy ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing The Right to Play: How Jane Addams Fought for America's Playgrounds by Elizabeth Brown (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This compelling biography introduces young readers to Jane Addams’ fight for safe play spaces. Through vivid storytelling and inspiring illustrations, it shows how one person’s advocacy can create lasting change. A must-read for discussions on activi ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Trapped in the Tar Pit: How Paleontologists Unearthed a City's Prehistoric Past by Jessica Stremer (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A fascinating STEM title that brings paleontology to life! This engaging nonfiction book explores the La Brea Tar Pits and the scientists who uncover its secrets. With kid-friendly language, cool facts, and exciting discoveries, it’s a great pick for ...more
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