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Percy Jackson and the Olympians Series - Percy Jackson Series by Rick Riordan
The Percy Jackson & the Olympians Series by Rick Riordan is a popular fantasy series about middle school student Percy Jackson and his adventures when he learns he is a demigod, the son of a god and a mortal. I recommend the Percy Jackson & the Olympians Series for ages 11-14, grades 6-9.
Peter Pan, The New Movie
Peter Pan, The New Movie
Peter Pan, The New Movie
Did you know that a movie based on J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan will be released during the Christmas season? Take a look at Universal Studios' Peter Pan website.
Philip Pullman Author of His Dark Materials Trilogy
English author Philip Pullman is known for his fantasy trilogy, His Dark Materials, and his Sally Lockhart mysteries, as well as for his support of public libraries.
Philip Pullman and His Books
Philip Pullman and His Books
Phillip Pullman's "His Dark Materials"
Phillip Pullman's
Phillip Pullman's "His Dark Materials"
Whether you are a fan eager for news about the theatrical production and plans for a movie or a parent who wants to know more about the popular “His Dark
Physical and Mental Disabilities
Children's Books about mental and physical disabilities for children of various ages, including preschool and elementary school age children, that deal with blindness, being deaf, amputation, and cerebral palsy, among other things.
Pick A Book, Any Book - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Picture Book - The Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians – Children's Picture Book Celebrates Librarians - The Boy Who Was Raised by Librarians
The Boy who was Raised by Librarians is a children's picture book about a boy whose life is enriched by his daily visits to the Livingston Public Library and his relationship with the librarians there. The Boy who was Raised by Librarians is a delightful children's picture book for 4-8 year olds.
Picture Book Fun
Picture Book Fun
Picture Book Fun
If you are looking for entertaining activities for your child that are related to children's picture books, be sure and visit Jan Brett's website. The talented
Picture Books
Recommended Picture Books For Children, including ones that provide a positive image of people from a variety of different cultures.
Picture Books About Winter and Snow
Kids love children's books about winter and snow like The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats and Owl Moon by Jane Yolen. Share picture books about winter and snow.
Picture Books Galore!
Picture Books Galore!
Picture Books Galore!
One of my favorite websites about picture books is Denise I. Matulka's Picturing Books site. Denise just notified me that she has a new URL, and I have updated
Picture Books That Create a Sense of Place - Readers Respond
Readers respond to the question: What are some of your favorite children's picture books that create a strong sense of place? Read the responses and then, share your favorites.
Picture Books and Our "Book Family" - : How and Why I Share Picture Books With My Children
Parents, teachers, librarians and others share how they use picture books and how picture books benefit children. Readers respond to the
Picture Books that Originated in Other Countries
Picture Books that Originated in Other Countries
Picture Books that Originated in Other Countries
If you are love picture books and want to give your children a chance to experience books from other countries, you will want to know about Kane/Miller, an
Picture Books with a Strong Sense of Place
Picture Books with a Strong Sense of Place
Picture Books with a Strong Sense of Place
While many children's picture books don't feature an identifiable setting, others create a strong sense of place through both text and illustrations. When I
Picture Books: Share Your Story
Share your story, How and Why I Share Picture Books With My Children. Share your own and children's favorite picture books.
Picture That From Mendel to Normandy - Teaching Tweens and Teens With Picture Books - Teachers' Guide
Picture That From Mendel to Normandy, by Sharon McElmeel, covers picture books and ideas, curriculum and concepts for tweens and teens. Teachers who want to teach upper elementary, middle and high school students with picture books will find plenty of suggested picture books that can be used for teaching older students in the teachers' guide Picture That! From Mendel to Normandy.
Picture That! From Mendel to Normandy
Among other uses of children's picture books, author and educator Sharron L. McElmeel recommends,
Picture This, How Pictures Work by Molly Bang
Picture This, How Pictures Work by Molly Bang
Picture This: How Pictures Work
Picture This: How Pictures Work, by award-winning children's book illustrator Molly Bang, is a fascinating book for 9-12 year olds and teens interested in art.
Pieces A Year in Poems & Quilts - Children's Poetry Book
The children's poetry book Pieces: A Year in Poems & Quilts, written and illustrated by Anna Grossnickle Hines, uses patchwork and appliqued miniature quilts as a backdrop for poems about the seasons.
Pieces: A Year in Poems & Quilts
Celebrate the coming of spring with the seasonal poetry in Pieces: A Year in Poems & Quilts. The book combines Anna Grossnickle Hines' poems about nature and
Pippi Longstocking by Illustrated by Lauren Child - All About the Illustrator and Publication Information
The 2007 edition of the children's classic Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren features numerous illustrations by Lauren Child who is the award-winning author and illustrator of the Clarice Bean and Charlie and Lola children’s books.
Pizza, Pigs, and Poetry: How to Write a Poem
Here's information about the best books for kids and young teens about writing poetry, including Pizza, Pigs, and Poetry by Jack Prelutsky
Planning Ahead: Valentine's Day
In order to have time to research, read, and review children's books in time for the holidays, I have to plan ahead. That's why I am now reading Valentine's Day
Pocketful of Posies: A Treasury of Nursery Rhymes - Book Review
In this book review of Pocketful of Posies: A Treasury of Nursery Rhymes, learn about the Mother Goose rhymes it contains and about the unique illustrations by Salley Mavor.
Poetry
If you are looking for children's poetry books of all kinds, from classical to humorous, as well as articles and tips for children who want to write poetry, this is for you.
Poetry Matters by Ralph Fletcher - Poetry Matters Children's Book for Tweens and Young Teens About Writing Poetry - Children's Books
Children’s Books: Poetry Matters: Writing a Poem from the Inside Out, by Ralph Fletcher, is a book for tweens and young teens about writing poetry. Ralph Fletcher is an author and poet. Poetry Matters is his fourth children’s books about writing.
Pop-Up Artist Robert Sabuda
Pop-Up Artist Robert Sabuda
Pop-Up Artist Robert Sabuda
Thanks to NPR, you can learn all about Robert Sabuda, the artist who created extraordinary pop-up versions of the children's classics The Wonderful Wizard of
Pop-up Book - How Many Spectacular Paper Sculptures by Ron van der Meer - Cover Art and Publication Details
The cover art gives little idea about How Many: Spectacular Paper Sculptures by Ron van der Meer. It is a striking pop-up book. The pop-up book of paper sculptures by Ron van der Meer also includes questions about counting and shapes for each pop-up. I recommend How Many: Spectacular Paper Sculptures for children aged six and older, teens, and adults. You will find cover art and publication details here.
Pop-up Book - How Many Spectacular Paper Sculptures – How Many Pop-up Book of Spectacular Paper Sculptures by Ron van der Meer
How Many: Spectacular Paper Sculptures by Ron van der Meer is a striking pop-up book. The pop-up book of paper sculptures by Ron van der Meer also includes questions about counting and shapes for each pop-up. I recommend How Many: Spectacular Paper Sculptures for children aged six and older, teens, and adults.
Pop-up Books - Pop-up Books Appeal to Children and Adults
Pop-up books are not just for children. With elaborate paper engineering, pop-up books appeal to both children and adults.
Pop-up Books Make Excellent Family Gifts
Pop-up books make excellent holiday gifts, not just for children, but for the entire family. See Top Christmas Pop-up Books for information about five of
Pop-up Books Make Excellent Family Gifts
Pop-up Books Make Excellent Family Gifts
Pottermore by J.K. Rowling Opening Soon
An update on plans for Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling's new interactive Web site Pottermore by J.K. Rowling for Harry Potter fans
Product Summary: Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury
version 3.0, Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury is a beautiful oversize children's picture book, containing seven of her most popular children's stories.
Profiles of Authors and Illustrators of Children's Books
Profiles of some of the best children's book authors and illustrators in Canada, the United States, and the UK: their books, their lives, and their websites.
Publishers of Children's Books - Children's Books Publishers
Learn about publishers of children's books, including picture books, concept books, chapter books, juvenile fiction and nonfiction, and young adult (YA) fiction.
Publishing Advice and Tips for Aspiring Children's Book Authors and Illustrators
Here are links and articles that provide valuable publishing advice and tips for writers and illustrators of children's books, including information on writing, illustrating, submitting, and publishing children's books.
Pura Belpre - The Storyteller's Candle - Bilingual English Spanish Children’s Book about Pura Belpre
Learn about Pura Belpré, who became the first Latina librarian at the New York Public Library by reading The Storyteller's Candle / La velita de los cuentos, historical fiction in picture book format about Pura Belpré. The Pura Belpré Award for Latina / Latino children’s literature is named after Pura Belpré, who was born in Puerto Rico and spent her career preserving and sharing traditional Puerto Rican folktales.
Queen Of Christmas Has a Bad Case of the "Gimmees"
The children's Christmas picture book Queen of Christmas is one of my favorites because of the illustrations by Mary Engelbreit and because the book takes a
Queen of Christmas by Mary Engelbreit - Chldren's Christmas Picture Books
The children's Christmas picture book Queen of Christmas is one of my favorite Christmas books for children because of the illustrations by Mary Engelbreit and because this children's book humorously addresses the child who has a bad case of the Christmas
Queen of Christmas by Mary Engelbreit Children's Christmas Picture Books
One of several Mary Engelbreit children's Christmas picture books, Queen of Christmas is one of my favorite children's Christmas picture books because of the creative illustrations by Mary Engelbreit and because of the subject, a child's greediness.
Queen's Birthday Party Celebrates Children's Literature
Today, Queen Elizabeth will commemorate her 80th birthday with a party for 2,000 children and 1,000 adults in a special celebration of British children's
Queries about Little Golden Books
Queries about Little Golden Books
Queries about Little Golden Books
I frequently get emails like the following:
Quidditch Through the Ages - Harry Potter Schoolbooks Gift Set - Quidditch Book
J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter Hogwarts School textbooks are excellent children's books that will appeal to teen and adult Harry Potter fans as well. The book Quidditch Through the Ages will particularly delight the reader who is intrigued by the game of Quidditch that Harry Potter enjoys so much. Quidditch Through the Ages is one of two Harry Potter textbooks that make up the Harry Potter Schoolbooks gift set. The other book is Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
Quidditch on College Campuses
The game of Quidditch, so popular in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, has been in the news lately. Thanks to Middlebury College students who created a
RIF Needs Your Help Now!
I was shocked to learn that President Obama's proposed fiscal year 2011 budget eliminates funding for Reading is Fundamental (RIF), the largest children's and
RIF's World of Narnia Art Contest
Reading Is Fundamental, an organization dedicated to motivating children to read, announced today, The Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) Reading Planet
Raising a Reader 10 Resolutions for Parents – How to Raise Kids Who Love Reading
This article about raising a reader is designed to help parents raise children who love reading and books. It covers reading children's books aloud, going to the library and borrowing children's books, and encouraging reading. In addition, there are a number of books about raising a reader that are recommended.
Ramona and Beezus: Compare Movie Trailer and Books
Children's books by Beverly Cleary have delighted readers ages 8 to 12 for 60 years. Her humorous, yet realistic, stories about the ordinary lives of the
Ramona's World Childrens Book Review - Ramona's World by Beverly Cleary
It is a rare author who can write children's books that can stand the test of time like those of Beverly Cleary. If your 6-10 year old child hasn't met Ramona Quimby and her neighbors on Klickitat Street, read the latest Ramona book by Beverly Cleary, Ramona's World.
Randolph Caldecott - Who?
March 22 is the anniversary of the birth of Randolph Caldecott. Why is the name so familiar to us? Randolph Caldecott was a nineteenth century English
Randolph Caldecott Medal for Illustration of Children's Picture Books
Learn all about the Randolph Caldecott Medal, the most prestigious award in the U.S. that an artist can receive for illustration of children's picture books. Here you'll find information about the Caldecott and links to current and recent Medal winners and Honor Book recipients.
Rapunzel's Revenge - A Graphic Novel
Rapunzel's Revenge is a graphic novel for kids and teens ages 10-14. Rapunzel's Revenge is a new version of the traditional Rapunzel story.
Rapunzel's Revenge - Fractured Fairy Tale - Rapunzel's Revenge Graphic Novel
Rapunzel's Revenge is a graphic novel for tweens and teens. Rapunzel's Revenge is a fractured fairy tale.
Rave Review for "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban"
Rave Review for
Rave Review for "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban"
The headline of the Scotsman.com review says it all:
Read & Share Tips on Introducing Books to Babies
More than a dozen parents, from several different countries, have already shared tips about how they introduced books to their babies and toddlers. Read their stories about
Read A Rhyme, Write A Rhyme
Another way to celebrate National Poetry Month is to encourage your children to write their own poems. If your 8-12 year old seems ready to begin writing
Read Across America Day is March 2
The 13th annual Read Across America Day is March 2. Learn about what Read Across America is and what it has to do with Dr. Seuss. Then, find out all About Dr.
Read Aloud Fun for Younger Children
If you are looking for books to read aloud that emphasize rhythm and rhyme and have engaging illustrations, I recommend the following: Dr. Seuss Books and
Read Alouds
Articles about why reading aloud to your children is important and other online reasources, including children's book lists of great read alouds.
Read Alouds Updated
Read Alouds Updated
Read Alouds Updated
If you are interested in knowing more about children's books that are good read alouds, the reasons it is important to read aloud, and suggestions for doing it
Read Daily and Make It Special - : How and Why I Share Picture Books With My Children
Parents, teachers, librarians and others share how they use picture books and how picture books benefit children. Readers respond to the
Read With Your Child - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Read the Book Before You See the Movie
Read the Book Before the Next Narnia Movie
Some time ago, I mentioned that the first thing my grandson, Hayden, said when we walked out of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Read to Your Baby Before Birth - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Read-Aloud Ideas for Parents
Read-Aloud Ideas for Parents
Read-Aloud Ideas for Parents
If you are interested in the why, how, and what of reading aloud to your children, check out the advice in the Family Read-Aloud section of the BOOK IT!
Read-Aloud Resources
If you are interested in knowing more about children's books that are good read-alouds, the reasons it is important to read aloud, and suggestions for doing it
Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Reader Stories: How and Why I Share Picture Books With My Children
Parents, teachers, librarians and others share how they use picture books and how picture books benefit children. Readers respond to the
Reader Stories: What's it like to be part of the first generation of Harry Potter fans?
With the release of the final Harry Potter movie, it's the end of an era closure for the first generation of kids and adults to enjoy the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. Share your experiences with Harry Potter and read about the experiences of others?
Readers Recommend Nonfiction Books for Kids and Teens
Readers respond as to the nonfiction books their kids enjoy. Read the responses of other parents and share your own recommended nonfiction books for kids, from young children to teens.
Readers Respond With Best Kids' Books of Historical Fiction and Authors
Readers Respond with favorite authors and titles of kids' books of historical fiction. Read what others share and then recommend your own choice of the best kids' books of historical fiction and best authors of historical fiction for kids.
Readers Respond With Favorite Children's Books From Childhood
Read what other parents have said in response to a question about favorite books from childhood that they have shared with their children. Then, share information about the children's books that were your own childhood favorites.
Readers Respond With Good Children's Books About Protecting the Environment
See how readers respond to a request for good books for ages 8 and under about protecting the environment, both picture books about the environment and beginning reader books about the environment. After you see how other readers respond, go ahead and respond with your favorites.
Readers Respond: What Teens Are Reading
It's Teen Read Week - time to read about books teens recommend and share information about the young adult books and other books your teenagers are reading.
Readers Responses to Authors and Illustrators
Readers respond with their opinions of certain authors and illustrators of children's books and books for teens. Share your opinions also.
Readers' Favorite: Cinderella
Readers' Favorite: Cinderella
Readers' Favorite: Cinderella
For several years, my article on Cinderella has been one of the two most popular articles on the About Children's Books site. The article includes information
Reading Aloud to Your Child
If you are interested in the why, how, and what of reading aloud to your children, read
Reading Is Fundamental - All About RIF and Its Online Literacy Resources
Learn about the nonprofit organization Reading Is Fundamental, commonly known as RIF, and the online resources RIF provides.
Reading Lists for Teens - Top Teen Reads for Summer and Year Round
Here are several reading lists for teens to help parents find books for teens to read this summer, as well as year round, including lists for audio books, reluctant teen readers, and other teen books.
Reading Magic Why Reading Aloud...by Mem Fox
In her book Reading Magic: Why Reading Aloud to Our Children Will Change Their Lives Forever, Australian children's books author and literacy consultant Mem Fox provides information on what children's books to read, when to read, and how to read aloud to your child.
Reading Resources for Parents of Babies and Toddlers
While I was in Indianapolis for an arts and literacy conference, I had the opportunity to tour The Learning Curve, the spectacular section for infants to
Reading is Fundamental
Reading is Fundamental
Reading is Fundamental
Have you visited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) website? It has loads of resources for parents and educators. The parents' resources are divided by age
Reading is Fundamental - Children's Books Archives
Reading is Fundamental - Have you visited the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) website? It has loads of resources for parents and educators. The parents' resources are divided by age level to help you quickly find information that pertains to children ages 0-4, 5-8, 9-12,...
Ready! Set! Read!
Ready! Set! Read!
Ready! Set! Read!
Summer is here, and you're doing everything you can to encourage your children to read. If your public library is like mine, it has a terrific summer reading
Rebuilding Libraries After Katrina - Donate Money and Books to Damaged Libraries
The damage from Hurricane Katrina is monumental. When communities are rebuild in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, we need to be sure that libraries are rebuilt and properly stocked with children's books, Young Adult books, and books for adults. How bad is it and how can we help? To recover from Hurricane Katrina, libraries in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama need both money and books: children's books, Young Adult books, and books for adults. You can help.
Rebuilding Libraries After Katrina - You Can Help
Your help is needed to ensure that when the cities and towns damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Katrina are rebuilt, that there are public libraries with enough
Recall! Monday the Bullfrog Plush Books
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Simon & Schuster, has announced a voluntary recall of Monday the Bullfrog Plush Books
Recent Reviews and Updates
THe following are either recent reviews, new directories, updates, or Top Picks to which additional books have been added: Halloween Books - Top Picks
Recommendations from Children's Books Bloggers
It's always fun to read about new children's books. Here's some recent tips from two of my favorite blogs about children's books: In her Kids Lit blog, Tasha
Recommended Audio Books for Kids and Teens - Readers Respond
Read about the audio books parents recommend for kids and teens; then, recommend your favorite audio books for kids and audio books for teens.
Recommended Audiobooks for Children
Recommended Audiobooks for Children
Recommended Audiobooks for Children
If you are looking for recommended audiobooks for your children, you might consider the audiobooks that are finalists for the Audio Publishers Association’s
Recommended Booklists for Children
Have you seen the new booklist Books with Positive Portrayals of Aging and Older Characters? This excellent booklist of children's books for children from PreK
Recommended Books for Teen Reluctant Readers
Recommended Books for Teen Reluctant Readers
Recommended Children's Books About Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa
As you look for children's books about Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, take a look at these books. I recommend them because of the quality of the writing and
Recommended Children's Books about Halloween
If you are looking for a Halloween book for a child, from a toddler or a preschooler to a beginning reader, take a look at my Top Picks of Halloween books. My
Recommended Children's Christmas Picture Books
There Was No Snow on Christmas Eve is one of five children's Christmas picture books published in 2005 that I particularly recommend. This picture book was
Recommended Children's Passover Books
In addition to Wonders and Miracles: A Passover Companion, I have a number of other Children's Passover Books to recommend. Included in these children's
Recommended Feminist Books for Youth
Recommended Feminist Books for Youth
Recommended Feminist Books for Youth
If you are looking for children’s books that feature strong female characters, you’ll be interested in my article on the Amelia Bloomer Project. The Project
Recommended Halloween Board Books
These Halloween board books will appeal to very young children: toddlers and preschoolers. They are colorful and fun, not frightening, children's board books.
Recommended Hanukkah Books for Children
Recommended Hanukkah Books for Children
Recommended Hanukkah Books for Children
For children's books about this major Jewish holiday, see my Top Picks list of recommended children's Hanukkah books. See my Jewish Life and Culture directory
Recommended Hanukkah Books for Children
For children's books about this major Jewish holiday, see my Top Picks list of recommended children's Hanukkah books. They include a board book for little
Recommended Kwanzaa Books
It's time to get ready for Kwanzaa. This year, the African-American holiday will be celebrated from December 26, 2004 to January 1, 2005. Whether your family
Recommended Multicultural and Anti-Bias Books for Children Grades K-6
Recommended Multicultural and Anti-Bias Books for Children Grades K-6
Recommended Multicultural and Anti-Bias Books for Children Grades K-6
If you are looking for a good annotated list of multicultural and anti-bias children's books, I recommend the online bibliography from the Anti-Defamation
Recommended Poetry Books for Children
While National Poetry Month is coming to an end, the joy of poetry is available year-round. Below are just a few of the excellent poetry books for children
Recommended Poetry Books for Kids
Nature poetry, quiet poetry, loud poetry, concrete poetry, funny poetry, classic poetry - all kinds of poetry is available for children. Some enjoyable
Recommended Poetry Books for Kids - Collections of Poems for Children
Here's an annotated list of recommended children's poetry books, including books of poems for children featuring traditional poems, concrete poetry, and nature poetry for children. In addition to the books of poems, you'll also find children's books about writing poetry.
Recommended Poetry For Children
Recommended Poetry For Children
Recommended Thanksgiving Books
Recommended Thanksgiving Books
Recommended Thanksgiving Books
While there are many inaccurate and silly books about Thanksgiving, there are also excellent books: some that stress giving thanks, some that are humorous, some
Recommended! A Picture Book Biography of the Statue of Liberty
If you are looking for children's picture books about U.S. history, I recommend Lady Liberty A Biography, the story of the Statue of Liberty.
Recommended: The Movie Version of "Because of Winn-Dixie"
The movie version of
Reflects Book Well - Does the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movie do justice to the HP7 book?
Does the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (HP7: Part 1) movie do justice to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (HP7) book? Write your own compare and contrast review about how HP7: Part 1 does and does not measure up to Harry Potter Book 7 and read reviews by others.
Reluctant Readers
Books That Can Help Encourage Children To Read
Reluctant Readers - A Quick Pick List for Teens
Here is a reading list of books for reluctant readers who are teens. These books for teens have all been on one of the American Library Associations lists of quick picks for reluctant young adult readers.
Reluctant Readers - Hi-Lo Books, Tips and Recommended Reading
If your child is a reluctant reader who never seems to find a book he or she likes there are a lot of helpful available resources, including hi-lo books.
Remembering 9/11/01 on Patriot Day
Remembering 9/11/01 on Patriot Day
Remembering 9/11/01 on the 10th Anniversary
Today is Patriot Day in memory of the tragedy of 9/11/01. I recommend the children's book September 11, 2001: Attack on New York City.
Remembering 911
Remembering 911
Remembering Beatrix Potter on Her Birthday
Beatrix Potter was born on July 28, 1866. There are some excellent online Beatrix Potter resources. Although most remembered for her children's books,
Remembering Brown vs. Board of Education
Remembering Brown vs. Board of Education
Remembering Brown vs. Board of Education
In all of the publicity about the 50th anniversary of the Brown versus Board of Education decision, I was pleased to learn about a new book compiled by Joyce
Remembering September 11, 2003
Remembering September 11, 2003
Remembering September 11, 2003
By the time many of you read this, it will be September 11, 2003, the second anniversary of the terrorist attacks. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Resolutions Galore for the New Year
Take advantage of the helpful tips to organize and improve your family life by checking out all of the resolutions on the Parenting Resolutions Blog
Resources for Reluctant Readers
Resources for Reluctant Readers
Resources for Reluctant Readers
Resources for Reluctant Readers
Resources for Reluctant Readers
Today, I added some information to my article on Resources for Reluctant Readers. I also did more research and added links to my Reluctant Readers subjects
Resources for Reluctant Readers
Finding books reluctant readers will enjoy can be a challenge. I just added a new resource, Tea Leaf Press, to the Reluctant Readers directory. Tea Leaf Press
Resources for Reluctant Teen Readers
If you have a hard time getting your teens to read books, these resources for reluctant teen readers should help.
Resources for Reluctant Teen Readers
Trying to get your teenager to read on a regular basis can be a challenge, particularly if your teen is a reluctant reader. Fortunately, there are a great
Resources for Teachers
Resources for Teachers
Resources for Teachers
The
Resources for Teaching “Because of Winn-Dixie”
Resources to Help Children Cope With Katrina
If your children are clamoring for information about Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath, but you feel that they are not yet ready for television or newspaper
Responses to The Hunger Games Book & Movie
Responses to The Hunger Games Book & Movie
Review - A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck - Children's Fiction by Richard Peck
Enjoy award-winning Richard Peck's third work of children's fiction that features the unforgettable Grandma Dowdel, A Season of Gifts. For good children's fiction for ages 9-13, I recommend books by Richard Peck.
Review of Kids in the Holiday Kitchen Cookbook for Children
As the subtitle indicates, Kids in the Holiday Kitchen emphasizes making, baking, and giving. This children’s cookbook features recipes for meals, snacks, and desserts, as well as directions for a variety of holiday crafts. This cookbook for children includes treats for Christmas and Hanukkah.
Review of Winner - Moon Over Manifest
Jean Hatfield reports that Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool, the 2011 Newbery Medal winner, is an excellent book for ages 10-14, citing the fact that Moon
Review of eReader Purchased for Kids or Teens - eReaders for Kids
Read what readers have to say about the eReader they bought their kids or teens and add your own review if your children have an e-reader; include what you like and dislike about the eReaders.
Review of the Color Nook - Review of the eReader My Child / Teen Uses
Read what readers have to say about the eReader they bought their kids or teens and add your own review if your children have an e-reader; include what you like and dislike about the eReaders.
Reviews & News From Children's Literature Blogs
Here's what I found on a visit to several children's literature blogs: Michael Thorn in the UK featured Here's A Little Poem: A very First Poetry Book in a
Reviews of Children's Books Including Picture Books - Board Books - Chapter Books - Award Winning Children's Books and More
Check here for reviews of children's books, including picture books, board books, concept books, chapter books, fairy tales, award winning books, and classics, for various ages, from babies through pre-teens.
Rhymes and Fun for Little Ones
Since the Week of the Young Child is coming up (April 19-25) and April is National Poetry Month, why not celebrate both by sharing poetry with your children
Richard Scarry's Best Christmas Book Ever!
If you are looking for children's books about Christmas for young children, I recommend. Richard Scarry’s Best Christmas Book Ever! by Richard Scarry.
Richard Scarrys Best Christmas Book Ever - Childrens Books About Christmas - Richard Scarry
A new edition of Richard Scarry's Best Christmas Book Ever! will delight young children. Children's books by Richard Scarry featuring the daily lives of the animals of Busytown have have delighted generations of children. Richard Scarry's Best Christmas Book Ever! includes stories, games, a craft activity and more.
Rick Riordan and James Patterson Rock!
An Evening with Rick Riordan and James Patterson featured their new books, The Son of Neptune and Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life
Roald Dahl Children's Book Author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
In the wildly imaginative children's books of Roald Dahl, strange and wonderful things happen. Among his most well-known children's books are Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and James and the Giant Peach.
Roald Dahl and His Books Readers Respond With Opinions of Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl and His Books: Readers Respond - Share your opinions of author Roald Dahl and his children's books and read the opinions of others.
Robert F. Sibert Sibert Medal - Informational Book Award For Children's Books
The Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal is a children's book award administered by the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC).
Robert McCloskey and Maine
Robert McCloskey and Maine
Robert McCloskey and Maine
We are just finalizing plans for a trip to Maine this summer, and Maine always makes me think of children's book author and illustrator Robert McCloskey. While
Robie H. Harris and Her Kids' Books About Sexual Health
Robie H. Harris and Her Kids' Books About Sexual Health
Robie Harris Interview Part 1 – Her Kids' Books on Sexual Health
In Part 1 of my interview with author Robie H. Harris, we discuss her guiding principle in writing her kids' books about sex and sexual health. She also discusses the research she does and the illustrations for It's Perfectly Normal and her other books.
Robie Harris Interview Part 2 Censorship and Sex Education Books
Author Robie H. Harris writes children's books about sex, specifically sex education books that focus on sexual health. In Part 2 of the interview, she discusses peoples' attitudes about her books,
Robie Harris On Who Has What - Kids Book About the Body
Par 3 of my interview with author Robie H. Harris focuses on her new picture book Who Has What? All About Girl’s Bodies and Boys’ Bodies and why she feels information about sex is important for young children.
Round-up of Blogs About Children's Halloween Books
Halloween is almost here, and there are lots of resources available online related to children's Halloween books. They include a number of blogs on the
Ruth and the Green Book
Picture book Ruth and the Green Book, historical fiction about an African American family's car trip South in the Jim Crow era and the Green Book. helped them.
Ruth and the Green Book - children's picture book - historical fiction - Jim Crow
Ruth and the Green Book is a picture book by Calvin Alexander Ramsey, with illustrations by Floyd Cooper. Set in the 1950s, this work of historical fiction about racism during the Jim Crow era, tells the story of one African American family, the problems they encounter and their use of the Green Book during a car trip to the South.
SCBWI: A Good Resource for Writers and Illustrators
SCBWI: A Good Resource for Writers and Illustrators
SLJ Day of Dialog: Report 1
School Libray Journal's Day of Dialog included an interesting presentation on diversity in YA books.
Sam and Gram and the First Day of School
Sam and Gram and the First Day of School is a picture book about starting school, from the Amerca Psycholoical Association.
Sam and Gram and the First Day of School- Children's Book
I recommend Sam and Gram and the First Day of School if you are looking for a book to reassure your child about starting school that includes tips for parents to help get their child ready to start kindergarten or go back to school as a first grader.
Save Money at Your Public Library
In these tough economic times, it important to know about all of ways you can save money by making use of the resources at your public library. Gone are the
Save Money at Your Public Library - Children's Books Audiobooks and More at the Library
If you take advantage of all of the resources at your public library you will save money. Save money at your library by checking out children's books, audiobooks, DVDs and more.
Save Money on Kids' Books
The post-Christmas sales have already started. Now's the time to start shopping for children's holiday picture books. You can find children's books at bargain
Scholastic 10th Anniversary Edition Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling - 10th Anniversary of First Harry Potter Book by J.K. Rowling
The 10th Anniversary Edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling will be released by Scholastic on September 23, 2008. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is the first book in the wildly popular Harry Potter series by JK Rowling.
Scholastic Announces Harry Potter Essay Contest
Today, Scholastic announced a national essay contest: “Why I Love Reading Harry Potter!” that is
Scholastic Reveals Back Cover Art for Harry Potter 6
Scholastic has released Mary GrandPre's artwork for the back cover of
Scholastic to Provide Aid, Children's Books for Katrina victims
Scholastic, the largest publisher and distributor of children's books in the world, has announced several initiatives in support of Katrina victims. In addition
School Library Journal Day of Dialog: Report 2
Katherine Patterson and Daniel Handler, aka Lemony Snicket were featured at the School Library Journal (SLJ) Day of Dialog.
School Success with Summer Reading
School Success with Summer Reading
School Success with Summer Reading
There's still time before school starts to reinforce your child's reading skills. Whether your child is a beginning reader or an independent reader, research
School and Library Visits by Children's Book Authors and Illustrators
Here's the information you need to schedule a school or library visit by a children's book author or illustrator.
Science Fair Handbook
If you have a student in grades 5-8 who’s going to be involved in a science fair, I highly recommend the children’s nonfiction book Science Fair Handbook.
Science Fair Handbook - Children's Nonfiction Book Review
Children's Book Review: The Science Fair Handbook provides children in grades 5-8 and their parents with helpful information about developing a successful science fair project.
Science and Nature
Children love to learn about science and nature when it's interesting and fun, and these science and nature book reviews, booklists, and recommendations will help.
Scientists in the Field - Scientists in the Field Nonfiction Series for Kids
Scientists in the Field - The Scientists in the Field series is an excellent nonfiction book series for tweens and teens ages 9-14. Well-written and beautifully illustrated with color photographs the book tells the story of a particular scientist or scientific investigation in the field, adding to readers knowledge about the subject as well as careers in science.
Screen-Free Week - Good Idea Or No One's Business?
Do you think Turnoff Week is a good way to remind adults that family members (both children and adults) shouldn't spend too much time with electronic media
Screen-Free Week - Will You Participate?
What do children's books have to do with Turnoff Week, also known as Digital Detox Week, and formerly known as TV-Turnoff Week?
Screen-Free Week / Turnoff Week - Good Idea or Bad - Readers Respond
Screen-Free Week, formerly Turnoff Week and TV Turnoff Week, is a national initiative designed to get families to turn off the TV, computer, electronic games, etc. and rather than spending so much time with electronic media, to enjoy time together as a family. What do you think? Is it a good idea, or is it a bad idea and what you do and do not turn off nobody's business but yours?
Screen-Free Week / Turnoff Week - Good Idea or Bad - Readers Respond
Screen-Free Week, formerly Turnoff Week and TV Turnoff Week, is a national initiative designed to get families to turn off the TV, computer, electronic games, etc. and rather than spending so much time with electronic media, to enjoy time together as a family. What do you think? Is it a good idea, or is it a bad idea and what you do and do not turn off nobody's business but yours?
Screen-Free Week / Turnoff Week - Good Idea or Bad - Readers Respond
Screen-Free Week, formerly Turnoff Week and TV Turnoff Week, is a national initiative designed to get families to turn off the TV, computer, electronic games, etc. and rather than spending so much time with electronic media, to enjoy time together as a family. What do you think? Is it a good idea, or is it a bad idea and what you do and do not turn off nobody's business but yours?
Screen-Free Week / Turnoff Week - Good Idea or Bad - Readers Respond
Screen-Free Week, formerly Turnoff Week and TV Turnoff Week, is a national initiative designed to get families to turn off the TV, computer, electronic games, etc. and rather than spending so much time with electronic media, to enjoy time together as a family. What do you think? Is it a good idea, or is it a bad idea and what you do and do not turn off nobody's business but yours?
Screen-Free Week FAQs Also Known As Turnoff Week and Children’s Books
What is Screen-Free Week, which used to be known as TV-Turnoff Week and Turnoff Week, and what does it have to do with children's books/
Searching for Blogs
Searching for Blogs
Searching for Blogs
As you can see, each About site now use blogs (Web logs) like this one to provide you with the latest information about online resources and news related to its
Searching for Favorite Little Golden Books
Doesn't it drive you crazy when you can remember the plot or a character, but you can't remember the name of the Little Golden Book you loved as a child? I
Seeing the Blue Between by Paul B. Janeczko - Seeing the Blue Between Provides Advice and Inspiration for Young Poets
Children's Books - Seeing the Blue Between, which was compiled by children's poet Paul B. Janeczko, is an excellent book for the 9- to 12-year-olds and young teens who want to write poetry. The subtitle of Seeing the Blue Between by children's poet Paul Janeczko is Advice and Inspiration for Young Poets. This is one of several good children's books about writing poetry.
Selecting Children's and YA Books About Native Americans
Did you know that November is National American Indian Heritage Month? According to the presidential proclamation,
Selecting Children's and YA Books About Native Americans
Selecting Children's and YA Books About Native Americans
Selecting Children's and YA Books About Native Americans
What do you need to know to be able to select accurate children's and YA books about Native Americans (also known as American Indians)? What are some of the
Selecting Children's and YA Books About Native Americans
November is National Native American Heritage Month; here are online resources to help you select children's books and young adult books about American Indians,
Send Birthday Greetings to Tomie dePaola
On September 15, 2004 children's book illustrator and author Tomie dePaola will celebrate his 70th birthday. This fall, he is traveling around the country on a
September 11 2001 Childrens Nonfiction Book - September 11 2001 Attack on NYC
September 11, 2001: Attack on New York City is a nonfiction children's book by reporter, author, and editor Wilborn Hampton. September 11, 2001: Attack on New York City is a nonfiction book for children 11 and older about the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City. Hampton using his own experiences and those of several other people who lived through September 11, 2001d to make this children's nonfiction book come alive.
September 13: The Birth Date of Popular Author Roald Dahl
September 13, 2006 would have been Roald Dahl's 90th birthday, and in the UK, the first ever Roald Dahl Day is being held. Roald Dahl's books have entertained
September 2012 Calendar of Children's Books For Holidays and Events Children's Books for September Events - 2010 Calendar of Children's Books
The 2012 September calendar of children's books includes recommended kids' books related to September occasions and events, including Library Sign-up Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Banned Books Week, September 11, 2001; Citizenship Day and Constitution Day.
September Birthdays of Authors and Illustrators
Celebrate September birthdays of authors and illustrators of children's books, including Jack Prelutsky, Roald Dahl, Robert McCloskey and Tomie dePaola.
September Calendar of Children's Books
Here's a September calendar of children's books for September events like Hispanic Heritage Month and Banned Books Week.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
One of the best ways to encourage your children to enjoy books is to read aloud to them on a regular basis. For tips on how to do this well, see How to Read
Sergio and the Hurricane - Children's Picture Book
Sergio and the Hurricane is a children's picture book about a Puerto Rican boy, Sergio, and his family and how they prepare for, experience, and deal with the aftermath of a hurricane. This children's picture book about a hurricane emphasizes what people need to do to prepare for a hurricane.
Series
From beginning readers to middle school students, there are children's books series available. Whether you child is just learning to read, is a reluctant reader, or an enthusiastice independent reader, you should be able to find a suitable children's book series.
Series for Tweens and Teens - Book Series Fiction for Grades 4-8
Learn about some of the most popular series in children's books for 9-12 year olds, tweens and young teens. These include the Harry Potter series, the Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan, the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series and more book series fiction.
Seven Stories, the UK's Centre for Children's Books Opens
On August 19, 2005, Children's laureate Jacqueline Wilson and her principal illustrator, Nick Sharratt, cut the ribbon at Seven Stories, the Centre for
Shall I Knit You a Hat? A Christmas Yarn
I was very pleased to learn that Shall I Knit You a Hat? A Christmas Yarn, one of my 10 Best Children's Christmas Picture Books of 2004, is now available in a
Share Favorite Picture Books About Starting School - Readers Respond
Readers respond to a question regarding picture books about starting school by sharing their favorite children's books about beginning school and reading the responses of others.
Share Ideas for Homemade Halloween Costumes Based on Children's Books
Readers are invited to respond with ideas for homemade Halloween costumes for kids, particularly easy-to-make Halloween costumes, no-sew Halloween costumes and homemade low-cost Halloween costumes.
Share Success in Encouraging Summer Reading for Kids - Summer Reading Readers Respond
It's important to your kids' reading skills that you encourage summer reading. Share your success in motivating your kids to make summer reading a priority.
Share Your Own Love of Reading Through Books and Reading Aloud - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Sharing Books = A Bonding Experience - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Sharing Stories and Books - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Sharing the Books and the Enjoyment - : What's it like to be part of the first generation of Harry Potter fans?
With the release of the final Harry Potter movie, it's the end of an era closure for the first generation of kids and adults to enjoy the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. Share your experiences with Harry Potter and read about the experiences of others?
Sharon Creech Books - Newbery Medal Winner Sharon Creech - Fiction for Tweens and Teens
Sharon Creech, who won a Newbery Medal for Walk Two Moons, has written a number of excellent children's books. If you are looking for good novels for an older child (9-12, upper elementary - middle school), check out the children's fiction by Sharon Creech.
Sharon Creech's Books for 9-12 Year Olds
Sharon Creech, the award winning author of novels for 9-12 year olds (upper elementary and middle school), has a new book, Replay, which I like very much.
Sharon Creech's Novels
Sharon Creech's Novels
Sharon Creech's Novels
In addition to reading and writing about Sharon Creech (see my previous blog), I have also been reading more of her novels for children. I just updated my
Sharon Creech's Novels
I just added another novel to my Top Picks of Sharon Creech novels. It's
Ship Breaker - 2011 Printz Award Winner - Ship Breaker Young Adult Book
Ship Breaker by Paolo Bacigalupi is the 2011 Printz Award Winner for excellence in young adult literature. Ship Breaker, a Young Adult Book (YA book), is a dystopian novel that will appeal to ages 13 and older.
Shirley Hughes Wins Kate Greenaway Medal
The UK's Kate Greenaway Medal
Should Children's Books Be Tested for Excess Lead?
When Congress passed the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, it was in response to the increasing number of children's toys and other products, many
Should There Be Children's and Teen Book Censorship - Readers Respond
Censorship of Children's Books - Censorship of Teen Books: Readers respond to the questions: Should children's books and books for teens be censored? If so, who should do it? Share your response and read the responses of others to the question of censorship.
Should There Be Children's and Teen Book Censorship - Readers Respond
Censorship of Children's Books - Censorship of Teen Books: Readers respond to the questions: Should children's books and books for teens be censored? If so, who should do it? Share your response and read the responses of others to the question of censorship.
Should children's books be censored?
It's Banned Books Week. Learn about censorship and children's books, then go to Readers Respond and give your opinion about children's book censorship.
Simple Stories, Rhyme and Books Nooks - Reader Stories: How I Introduced Children's Books to My Baby / Toddler
Readers of About.com Children's Books share their stories of how they introduced children's books to their babies or toddlers. You are invited to share your story and advice for parents on introducing your baby or toddler to children's books.
Simply in Season Children's Cookbook
Simply in Season Children's Cookbook
Simply in Season Children's Cookbook
Simply in Season Children's Cookbook emphasizes growing your own food and delicious recipes for preparing it. Simply in Season is for ages 6-12 and families.
Simply in Season Children's Cookbook - Fight Childhood Obesity With Simply in Season Children's Cookbook
Fight childhood obesity with Simply in Season Children's Cookbook. Simply in Season Children's Cookbook stresses
Singing with Mama Lou - Dealing With Alzheimer's Disease
Singing with Mama Lou - Dealing With Alzheimer's Disease
Singing with Mama Lou: A Family Deals With Alzheimer's Disease
Singing with Mama Lou: A Family Deals With Alzheimer's Disease
Sites Worth Visiting
Sites Worth Visiting
Sites Worth Visiting
Beverly Cleary is a favorite author of mine. In August, when we visit Portland, Oregon, I am looking forward to visiting the Beverly Cleary Sculpture Garden
Sites to See: Reading
Education World has an interesting feature on reading resources available online. According to the author, Hazel Jobe,
Skateboading Mom - She Writes About What She Knows
Skateboading Mom - She Writes About What She Knows
Skateboading Mom - She Writes About What She Knows
If you ever every read any books or articles about writing children's books, you have heard the advice
Snakes, Snakes and More Snakes
If your kids, ages 9-14, are fascinated by snakes, they'll find The Snake Scientist a very interesting book. The Snake Scientist tells the story of Dr. Robert
Snow Crazy - Children's Picture Books About Winter and Snow - Snow Crazy
Snow Crazy, a children's picture book about winter and snow, by Tracy Gallup, is the story of a little girl waiting for snow and then, enjoying playing in the snow when it finally arrives. What makes Snow Crazy special are the unusual illustrations by Tracy Gallup.
Snowballs by Lois Ehlert - Children's Picture Books About Winter and Snow - Snowballs by Lois Ehlert
Lois Ehlert's Snowballs features her distinctive photo collages. Snowballs by Lois Ehlert will appeal to children of all ages who enjoy playing in the snow and making snowmen and other snow creatures.
Snowbound? Enjoy Children's Winter Stories
With so many winter storms across the United States, the country seems to be blanketed in snow. Since kids love snow and winter holidays, now's a good time to
So You Want to Write a Chidren's Book and Get It Published?
I have received a steady stream of inquiries lately from writers and illustrators asking how to get their work published. As I have told them, there is a great
Solve Tough Management Problems with Lessons from Children's Picture Books
You can solve management problems with children's books by using David Wiesner's
Solve Tough Management Problems with Lessons from Zoom and Other Children's Picture Books
(istvan banyai, gabrielle vincent, wordless book, back alleys, management problems, fire emergency, emergency vehicles, picture books, car accident, big picture, darts, sketches, artwork, zoom, colors, essential elements, cars,You can solve management problems with children's books by using )
Some More Thoughts - : How and Why I Share Picture Books With My Children
Parents, teachers, librarians and others share how they use picture books and how picture books benefit children. Readers respond to the
Some of the Best Children's Books Blogs
When I started doing the About Children's Books blog, there weren't a lot of blogs on the subject, but there are certainly a lot of excellent blogs about
Somebody Loves You Mr. Hatch - Children's Valentine's Day Picture Book Review
The children's Valentine's Day picture book Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch, by Eileen Spinelli, wonderfully illustrates the power of love and friendship.
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch
Do you have a favorite children's Valentine's Day book? Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch is one of my favorite Valentine's Day picture books. I recommend it for
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch - A Valentine's Day Favorite
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch - A Valentine's Day Favorite
Something New for Hunger Games Fans
Fans of The Hunger Games will enjoy Divergent, the first book in The Divergent Trilogy of dystopian novels for teens.
Speak by Laurie Hale Anderson An Award Winning and Frequently Challenged Book
Read this young adult book review on Speak, an award winning and frequently challenged book by Laurie Halse Anderson.
Splitting Final Book Into 2 Movies Is a Great Idea - Does the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movie do justice to the HP7 book?
Does the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (HP7: Part 1) movie do justice to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (HP7) book? Write your own compare and contrast review about how HP7: Part 1 does and does not measure up to Harry Potter Book 7 and read reviews by others.
Spotlight on Artist Jerry Pinkney
Spotlight on Artist Jerry Pinkney
Spotlight on Artist Jerry Pinkney
If you visit this site often, you probably know that one of my favorite children's book illustrators is Jerry Pinkney. I was pleased to find a very interesting
Spotlight on Author Beverly Cleary
For several generations, Beverly Cleary has delighted young readers, particularly 8-12 year olds, with her humorous, yet realistic, stories about the ordinary
Spotlight on Author Cynthia Rylant
Spotlight on Author Cynthia Rylant
Spotlight on Author Cynthia Rylant
Unlike many children's authors who write for a specific age group, Cynthia Rylant writes both award winning picture books and novels for older children. Cynthia
Spotlight on Author Cynthia Rylant
Author Cynthia Rylant writes award winning children's books for a wide range of ages. Her children's books range from picture books for young children to
Spotlight on Author Lois Lowry
Spotlight on Author Lois Lowry
Spotlight on Author Louis Sachar
Although Louis Sachar is best known for writing
Spotlight on Author Sharon Creech
Spotlight on Author Sharon Creech
Spotlight on Author Sharon Creech
Sharon Creech not only writes award winning novels for 9-12 year olds (upper elementary and middle school), she also has a terrific Web site. Check out my
Spotlight on Author Sharon Creech
Sharon Creech not only writes award winning novels for 9-12 year olds (upper elementary and middle school), she also has a terrific website. Check out my new
Spotlight on Author Sharon Creech
Today is author Sharon Creech's birthday. Sharon Creech is an award-winning author of novels for upper elementary and middle school students. She has a number
Spotlight on Author and Illustrator Bill Peet
Award winning children's author and illustrator Bill Peet wrote 35 children's picture books. The imaginative and clever artwork and stories have ensured the
Spotlight on Barefoot Books
Are you familiar with Barefoot Books? It's a small independent publisher of children's books. Barefoot Books is dedicated to
Spotlight on Barefoot Books Independent Publisher of Childrens Books
Barefoot Books is an independent publisher of children's books that celebrate art and story.
Spotlight on British Author Jacqueline Wilson
There's an interesting interview with Jacqueline Wilson, Britain's Children's Laureate, on CBBC Newsround. Jacqueline Wilson, who has more than 70 children’s