The Gathering Table

Antwan Eady ∙ Illustrated by London Ladd

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Published on May 6, 2025 | 40 Pages

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Grades Preschool – 3
Ages 4–8

The author of Nigel and the Moon delivers a joyful picture book about how a Southern family gathers around a special table for year-round celebrations that highlight the importance of family, community, and coming together.

A NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

In my family,
there are traditions.
And my favorite—
happen around this table.

No matter the season, no matter the reason, the love that surrounds this boy’s family table is palpable and neverending. From a golden anniversary to Juneteenth, a special wedding to a new baby sister, here is a family that never forgets to come together and celebrate what it truly means to be there for each other.

Heartfelt illustrations complement the lyrical text in this poignant picture book that reveals how Gullah Geechee culture contributes to a family’s love, and reminds us the importance of building community one gathering at a time.

★ "Sumptuous and immersive—perfect for encouraging kids to celebrate their own family connections." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "An artfully rendered picture book." —Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Beautiful illustrations and rhythmic writing make this a wonderful read-aloud book about family ’love, hope, pride, and freedom.’" —School Library Journal

ISBN 9780593480601 (Hardcover)
Published on May 6, 2025
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 40
Dimensions 11 x 9
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: 480L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

ISBN 9780593480618 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on May 6, 2025
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 40
Dimensions 11 x 9
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: 480L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

ISBN 9780593480625 (Ebook)
Published on May 6, 2025
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 40
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: 480L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

ISBN 9798217070282 (Audiobook Download)
Published on May 6, 2025
Published by Listening Library
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: 480L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

Antwan Eady

Antwan Eady is the author of the award-winning picture books Nigel and the Moon, illustrated by Gracey Zhang, and The Last Stand, illustrated by Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey, which received seven starred reviews and earned spots on multiple Best Books of the Year lists. His works have been recognized with the Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children, the Southern Book Prize for Children, and the Ezra Jack Keats Author Honor. Hailing from South Carolina’s Low Country, Antwan draws inspiration from his deep connection to family, community, and the land. He enjoys sharing his stories with readers at home and abroad by visiting schools, libraries, and colleges. A graduate of Clemson University, he now lives in Savannah, Georgia.

London Ladd

London Ladd has illustrated numerous critically acclaimed children’s books. Each of his works is steeped in intensity and emotion, a reﬂection of the artist himself.