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Even the smallest among us can lead change. That’s the message of this charming quartet of children’s picture books.
Librarians and publishers gathered in Philadelphia for this year’s American Library Association annual meeting, held June ...
Children’s picture books are a glorious art form Mac Barnett, the new national ambassador for young people’s literature, explores innovative storytelling hiding in humble places all around us.
Derrick Barnes felt there wasn't wide enough representation of Black people in the books he read as a kid. The Kansas City ...
There’s something about the Halloween season that just begs for cozy storytime, and what better way to celebrate than by diving into the best Halloween picture books? With ghosts and skeletons ...
Picture book author Mac Barnett has been named the Library of Congress' new ambassador for young people's literature. He discusses what the role means when engaging kids in reading can be a ...
A Supreme Court ruling over a Montgomery County lawsuit gave parents the right to opt their kids out of lessons with LGBTQ+ ...
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, Taraji P. Henson, Mary J. Blige and Serena Williams are just a few of our favorite Black celebrities who have written books for kids.
It’s time for the little ones to slow down after the recent long holiday weekend with picture books that are fun and teach a few lessons, although the smalls won’t realize they are learning ...
Pittsboro resident Kathy Simmers recently won a silver award from the Independent Book Publishers Association for her children’s picture book. “Pickles for Christmas: A Pony Tale” speaks to the hearts ...
“A Day in the D with Dad” takes kids on a journey along with 12-year-old Michelle as she traverses Detroit on an impromptu day trip with her dad. Written by Detroiter and longtime educator Kelli M.