Ah summer - a time for road trips, days by the pool, nights around the fire, and lots and lots of reading! Librarians around the country are preparing to kick off their Summer Reading programs and we're here to help....
We've gathered a few of our favorite middle grade nonfiction titles for you to use in your classroom or library. Read on to hear about The Monkey Trial, Harboring Hope, The Boy Who Followed His Father into Auschwitz, and Shining a Light.
Earth Day is a time to remember the ways in which we can work together to create a better planet for the humans, animals, and plants that both today and for generations to come. Celebrate the wonders of nature and...
Wait. So no one taught you about money, either? Let’s figure this me$$ out together. In this illustrated, deeply unserious guide to money, Berna Anat—aka the Financial Hype Woman—freaks out her immigrant parents by doing the unthinkable: talking about money....
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. From gorgeous picture books sure to make you hungry, to page-turning middle grade fantasy, to a must-read finance guide for teens and young people, there’s something on this list for every...
Read on to hear about some amazing new books for children and teens hitting shelves on April 11! This striking nonfiction picture book investigates who created ancient wall art that’s been discovered around the world, and why—the exact answers may...
Read on to hear about some amazing new books for children and teens hitting shelves on April 4! In the world, there are little animals, tiny flowers, and things so small you can’t see them. In the world, there are...
April is National Poetry Month and it’s a great time to get children interested in the writing style. There are many classic poetry collections, such as those by Shel Silverstein, that are perfect for school and library use, but today...
Read on to hear about some amazing new books for children and teens hitting shelves on March 28! In the world, there are little animals, tiny flowers, and things so small you can’t see them. In the world, there are...
We’re so excited to be joining Texas librarians on April 19-22 for the annual TLA conference in Austin! Stop by booth #1727 to chat with us about the new and upcoming books we’re most excited for, get access to eGalleys and audio galleys, and meet some amazing authors.
Shake Up Your Celebrations is a campaign that highlights books featuring a variety of holidays, traditions, and celebrations. Many of these holidays are underrepresented in classroom and library programming, which often centers around Christmas and other Christian holidays. Learn more...
Read on to hear about some amazing new books for children and teens hitting shelves on March 21! Especially at this time of year, it sometimes feels impossible to escape the dreary rain. In this story, though, a little girl...
Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author Lois Lowry transports readers to an Iron Age world through the suspenseful dual narrative of a boy and girl both battling to survive. In an utterly one-of-a-kind blend of fiction and history,...
Read on to hear about some amazing new books for children and teens hitting shelves on March 14! From New York Times bestselling Joanna Ho, author of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners and Eyes that Speak to the Stars,...
On International Women’s Day, we honor not only the countless women throughout history who have changed the world, but also everyone still fighting for women’s rights today. From teachers to actresses, to politicians, we have a great selection of non-fiction books to connect your readers to some amazing women and the impact they’ve had on all our lives.
Read on to hear about some amazing new books for children and teens hitting shelves on March 7! What are people for? That’s the burning question on the mind of Leeva Spayce Thornblossom. Fame! says Leeva’s mom, the mayor of...
2022 was a terrific year for our authors and illustrators, and we are so thrilled that the amazingly smart and dedicated librarians serving on ALA committees honored this selection of books from our creators. See all the winners and honorees...
What books are you sharing with young readers this Black History Month? We encourage you to Shake Up Your Shelves by celebrating the Black history makers of today and shining a spotlight on Black creators for all ages and genres....
