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Lydia Lukidis

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Lydia Lukidis is an award-winning author of 60+ trade and educational books for children. A science enthusiast from a young age, Lydia now incorporates her studies in science and her everlasting curiosity into her books. 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). She also continues writing fiction and humorous books, like her debut graphic novel series, GROUCHO THE GROUCHY GROUNDHOG (Andrews McMeel, 2025/6). She won numerous awards such as the Crystal Kite Award for the Canada and North America division, a Forest of Readin ...more

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	Deep, Deep Down: The Secret Underwater Poetry of the Mariana Trench 4.63 avg rating — 208 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
	Dancing through Space: Dr. Mae Jemison Soars to New Heights by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Sawyer Cloud (Illustrator) 4.53 avg rating — 76 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) 4.79 avg rating — 61 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
	Groucho the Grouchy Groundhog (Volume 1) by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Tara J. Hannon (artist) 4.49 avg rating — 41 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
	Groucho the Grouchy Groundhog (Volume 2): The Terrifying Turnip Takeover! (Volume 2) by Lydia Lukidis (Goodreads Author), Tara J. Hannon (Artist) 4.67 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) 4.10 avg rating — 21 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 4.05 avg rating — 19 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 3.91 avg rating — 11 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

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Hello world!! Welcome to my kidlit blog, Blissfully Bookish. This week, I’m thrilled to welcome a talented children’s author whose love of fiction and social emotional learning shines through in her work. I don’t feature fiction as often as I feature nonfiction, but I’m always happy to make an exception for a book that explores […]

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Lydia Lukidis wrote a new blog post Author Jonathan Graziano on Noodle, TikTok, and Picture Books- plus a GIVEAWAY! Hello world!! Welcome to my kidlit blog, Blissfully Bookish! This week, I’m thrilled to welcome Jonathan Graziano, a fellow children’s author and soci Read more of this blog post »
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Goat Maa-th: An Addition Story by Kari Ann Gonzalez (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 delightful way to introduce young readers to addition! Goat Maa-th combines playful wordplay, engaging storytelling, and math concepts in a way that feels fun rather than instructional. A charming choice for young learners who are building their co ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing A Knot of Frogs, a Passel of Hogs: Recess with Collective Nouns by Claire Annette Noland (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 and engaging celebration of animals and the fascinating names we give their groups! Claire Noland’s playful rhymes and lively writing make this a delightful read for young animal lovers. A wonderful choice for storytime, classrooms, and curious ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Still Water: The Wonders of Ponds, Pools, Wetlands, and More (Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers (SSCR)) by Maciej Michno	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
Still Water: The Wonders of Ponds, Pools, Wetlands, and More by Maciej Michno, Danio Miserocchi, and Valentina Gottardi, translated by Sylvia Notini, is a gorgeous and engaging exploration of the ecosystems found in ponds, puddles, wetlands, bogs, an ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Fall: A Seasons Story by Kelsey E. Gross (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
Fall: A Season’s Story is a charming and heartwarming picture book that celebrates autumn, friendship, and kindness. I especially loved the kid friendly elements woven throughout the story, making the science and nature concepts accessible without fe ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Sounds of Trash (Steamworks) by Tina Athaide (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
Sounds of Trash is a fun and inspiring picture book that celebrates creativity, teamwork, and the power of imagination. I loved how it seamlessly blends STEAM concepts with an engaging story, showing children that everyday objects can become somethin ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing When the Witch Wrote Back!: A Fun Halloween Book Kids Will Want to Read Again and Again by Nathan Christopher (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
When the Witch Wrote Back! is a delightful Halloween read filled with playful rhymes, humor, and heart. The clever back-and-forth letters keep the story engaging, while the charming illustrations and gentle message about responsibility make it both e ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing A Bike Is Not Just a Bike: An Ode to Girls Who Dare to Ride by Brenna Jeanneret (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 Bike Is Not Just a Bike is a wonderful celebration of curiosity, courage, and the surprising stories behind everyday objects. Brenna Jeanneret has crafted a thoughtful and engaging book that shows young readers how a simple bicycle can represent fr ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Doll Trouble by Kim A. Larson (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
Doll Trouble by Kim Larson is a charming and heartfelt story about friendship, bravery, and the small acts that help children grow. Emma’s bond with her best friend Mia is sweetly depicted, and the narrative beautifully balances adventure, everyday c ...more
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Lydia Lukidis rated a book it was amazing Sea Suds (Childhood Milestones, 3) by Bonnie Kelso (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
Sea Suds by Bonnie Kelso is a refreshing and engaging read that blends storytelling with a strong nonfiction element, introducing young readers to ocean science in an accessible and memorable way. Kelso highlights how marine animals clean themselves, ...more
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