It’s that time of the week, folks: Book Birthday time again! We’ve got an abundance of offerings this week, including several that were on our list for the most anticipated children’s books of February! If you’re looking for a laugh, a cry, a mystery, an adventure, or a warm hug of a read, this week’s … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: February 24th Edition!
Tag: picture books
Book Mail: BARTLEBY (Matt Phelan)
How adorable is this little care package we got to celebrate the upcoming release of Bartleby by Matt Phelan, which hits bookshelves on March 3rd! Not only is this dapper little polar bear a visual treat, but his story is also a relatable one, especially for those who prefer to approach social situations on their … Continue reading Book Mail: BARTLEBY (Matt Phelan)
Celebrating the Lifelong Impact of Great Childhood Reads with Selina Alko
As the author of Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret., Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing, Superfudge, and dozens more groundbreaking novels for children and teens, Judy Blume is considered by many to be one of the all-time most influential authors for young audiences. From writing deeply relatable stories and characters to tackling real-life … Continue reading Celebrating the Lifelong Impact of Great Childhood Reads with Selina Alko
Black History Month: Celebrating Black Women
It’s the third week of Black History Month, and this week we are celebrating Black women who have made an impact! From artists to activists, from writers to revolutionaries, from suffragettes to superstars, Black women have always been at the forefront of culture, community, and social justice. Letters to Misty: How to Move Through Life … Continue reading Black History Month: Celebrating Black Women
Big Sibling Energy and Unexpected Story Arcs with Jon Burgerman
Even the youngest of readers knows that each book must have three things: a beginning, a middle, and an end. So what happens if one of those critical elements decides to go missing? In Jon Burgerman's newest picture book, Beginning, Middle, and End, the reader playfully explores classic story structure through a meta-disagreement between the … Continue reading Big Sibling Energy and Unexpected Story Arcs with Jon Burgerman
