April Happy Book Birthday
We are excited to announce these new titles to keep the little ones turning pages during the rainy springtime season!Read more "April Happy Book Birthday"
Red Stones: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Ernesto Saade
In 1981, the Salvadoran Civil War reached Miriam’s village of Santa Marta. In 2021, Ernesto Saade visited to hear her story. Red Stones: A Graphic Account of the Salvadoran Civil War chronicles the conflict and displacement of the Red Stones massacre with nuance and care. Today author and illustrator Ernesto Saade joins us to explore […]Read more "Red Stones: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Ernesto Saade"
Wild Mountain Ivy: An Interview with Author Shannon Hitchcock
COVID changed the lives of so many young people and many are still recovering. In Wild Mountain Ivy twelve-year-old Ivy is still sick months after catching a common virus. Hoping a change of scenery will help, she’s spending the summer in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, where her uncle has converted an old house into […]Read more "Wild Mountain Ivy: An Interview with Author Shannon Hitchcock"
The Ocean’s Heart: An Interview with Author Jilanne Hoffman
Every night zooplankton race to the ocean’s surface to feed on tiny plants called phytoplankton, creating the largest migration of animals on Earth. The Ocean’s Heart: The Tiny Creatures Essential to Life by Jilanne Hoffmann and illustrated by Khoa Le takes readers on an unforgettable journey as these zooplankton bring nutrients from the surface down […]Read more "The Ocean’s Heart: An Interview with Author Jilanne Hoffman"
Librarian Prep Post: Building AAPI Heritage Month Collections
As you plan displays and programming for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, books can serve as powerful entry points for learning and discussion. These titles showcase diverse voices and experiences, helping readers better understand the histories and cultures that shape Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.Read more "Librarian Prep Post: Building AAPI Heritage Month Collections"
Béisbol Begins: An Interview with Author Ramon Olivera
Ramon Olivera hits it out of the park with Béisbol Begins: How Nemesio Guilló Brought Baseball to Cuba! This picture book biography follows Nemesio as he travels from his home in Havana, Cuba, to a school in Alabama and falls in love with baseball. When he returned in 1864, he brought a baseball bat in his luggage […]Read more "Béisbol Begins: An Interview with Author Ramon Olivera"
The Power of Her Paintbrush: An Interview with Author Janice Hechter
Theresa Bernstein started drawing at seven and honed her talent at the Philadelphia School of Design. In New York, she challenged societal norms and painted real-life women at a time when female artists were largely ignored. The Power of Her Paintbrush tells the story of how Theresa overcame sexism and discrimination to leave a lasting […]Read more "The Power of Her Paintbrush: An Interview with Author Janice Hechter"
March Happy Book Birthday
We are excited to share the March new releases from Lerner Publishing Group. These titles emphasize themes of togetherness, the environment, achievement, and storytelling to help young readers understand the world around them and welcome in the spring.Read more "March Happy Book Birthday"
Spring on Sesame Street ®
Spring is almost here, but you don’t have to wait to read these new books from Sesame Street®! If you’re looking for engaging reads for little learners or fans of the iconic neighborhood’s endless charm, the newest lineup of Sesame Street books offers something for every curious mind. Take a look at the latest Sesame […]Read more "Spring on Sesame Street ®"
