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“This inviting, lighthearted story is a wonderful reminder of the value of sharing loved keepsakes and would make for an excellent conversation starter about what the listener or reader treasured when they were a baby.”

—The Bulletin, Starred Review

“An encouraging story starring a family whose heart and values are in the right place.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“This story is a sweet and short story that realistically describes a day in the life of a family. The tone is nostalgic and upbeat….with such relatable content done in a way that will appeal to young and old readers.”

—School Library Journal

Miles Ahead

Written by Minh Lê
Illustrated by Lynnor Bontigao
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers

Road trip! There’s a new baby cousin in the family and a boy and his dog, Miles, can’t wait to take a trip to deliver them a shiny new present. There’s only one problem: in all the chaos of packing, the present has gone missing! In a rush to recover it, the boy encourages his family to retrace their steps around the house, but the only things they can find are an old blankie, a favorite stuffie, and his beloved booties.

Luckily, Miles has excellent canine smarts and just might be able to sniff out a solution. . .

Told with lively dialogue, playful, detailed illustrations, and a clever ending, here is a story about one family’s discovery of what makes a gift truly special.

Primary ISBN: 9780593569207
Publication Date: April 2026
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 03 or older

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Setting: United States

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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Source: Knopf Books for Young Readers