I spent the week volunteering at one of my favorite annual events: the Scholastic Book Fair! Like many lifelong readers, I have a great fondness for the book fair and the excitement that surrounds it, and I loved getting to support fundraising for our school library while helping little ones find their new favorite book! … Continue reading Perfect Picks from the Scholastic Book Fair!
It’s Tuesday, which means it’s time to celebrate some book birthdays! This week’s new releases take readers from the depths of the sea to the heights of the moon and stars, from the Victorian era to the near future, and plenty of where and whens in between! Gigantic: The Small Whale with a Big Heart … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: April 14th Edition!
Who doesn’t love a creature feature? There’s always something to love about an animal story for middle grade readers, whether it’s starring a loyal pet, fascinating wildlife, or beasts of fantasy and myth. These are some of our favorite middle grade animal tales from the last few months; what are some of yours? Glory Be … Continue reading Wildly Good Animal Tales for Middle Grade Readers
For the first Tuesday of April, we have so many brand new books to shout about that we had trouble fitting them into one group photo! Exploring a range of topics from parental love to cultural identity, from the joys of nature to neurodiversity, from silly shenanigans to blossoming queer romance, these new releases have … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: April 7th Edition!
Passover begins tonight at sunset, kicking off eight days of observance that celebrate freedom, family, and gratitude. Amid Seders that remember the Exodus, celebrate the Jewish identity, and enjoy traditional foods like matzah and kugel, Passover is also a time to empathize with those under oppression and commit to working towards universal freedom. Chag Pesach … Continue reading Happy First Night of Passover!
