We’ve got some great news to share — the children’s book Pablo has been recognized with a 2026 Christopher Award 🎉

If you’re not familiar, the Christopher Awards are given to books, films, and media that promote values like hope, compassion, courage, and kindness. In other words, stories that actually mean something — and Pablo fits that perfectly.

So, what is Pablo about?

Pablo tells the story of a street dog on a journey, but it’s really about something deeper. It explores big emotions, belonging, and connection in a way that’s simple enough for kids, yet meaningful for adults too.

It’s the kind of book that opens up conversations — the ones that aren’t always easy, but are important.

Why this award matters

This isn’t just another book award. A Christopher Award is about impact — recognizing stories that leave people better than they found them.

For a children’s book, that’s especially important. Stories like Pablo help kids:

• understand their feelings
• build empathy
• see the world from a different perspective

And honestly, that’s something we could all use more of.

A well-deserved recognition

We’re really happy to see Pablo getting this kind of recognition. It’s a reminder that simple stories, told well, can have a real impact.

If you haven’t come across it yet, it’s definitely worth a look.

“It’s better to light one candle than to curse the darkness.” — The Christophers