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Haiku, Ew!: An Interview with Author Lynn Brunelle

Nature is beautiful! And also super gross! Haiku, Ew!: Celebrating the Disgusting Side of Nature highlights thirteen animals (and a few fungi) and the exceptionally icky things they do! The haiku are accompanied by additional facts that will delight—and disgust—readers of all ages. Today author Lynn Brunelle joins us to talk about how she wrote […]Read more

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Board Book Roundup: Spring 2024 Board Books That Educate and Entertain

Join us as we explore our Spring 2024 collection of board books. From titles such as Lionel Is Just Like Dad, My First Dino-Boarding, Counting to Calm, and a handful of others! Each of our latest releases provides creativity and learning and is designed to grab the attention of young readers! Read on to catch […]Read more

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Mami King: An Interview with Illustrator Kristin Sorra

Ma Mon Luk left China and everything he knew behind to seek his fortune in the Philippines. Desperate to earn a living—and the approval of the parents of the woman he loved—he created a chicken noddle soup he called mami—”ma” for his name and “mi” for noodles. Peddling it as a street vendor, he earned […]Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Engaging Young Readers

In the vibrant world of middle-grade literature, every book is a doorway to adventure, a mirror of real-life experiences, and a window into the imagination. In this blog post, we delve into the heart of middle-grade books, exploring their transformative power and highlighting new titles that promise to captivate, challenge, and cherish the curious minds […]Read more

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HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY: APRIL NEW RELEASES IN PICTURE BOOKS, GRAPHIC NOVELS, NONFICTION, AND MORE!

April is the perfect time for new beginnings…and new books! Check out our new releases to discover entertainment for the rainy spring days.Read more

Celebrate National Poetry Month!

This April, join Lerner Publishing Group in celebrating National Poetry Month with a treasure trove of poetry resources designed for educators and librarians. Embrace the joy of verse with our engaging collection, featuring printable posters and interactive, downloadable activities from standout titles like Eating My Words: And 128 Other Poems, Haiku, Ew!: Celebrating the Disgusting […]Read more

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Nature Spy Guide: An Interview with Author Shelley Rotner

With spring on the horizon, children will be exploring the outside world. Encourage close observation and foster connection with nature with Nature Spy Guide by Shelley Rotner. With simple text and photos featuring kids in nature, this book invites children to search for colors, shapes, and more in the world around them. Today author and […]Read more

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Picture Perfect Picks Webinar Round-Up

Browse the eye-catching picture books featured in this webinar to explore a carefully curated selection of exceptional picture books from Lerner Publisher Services’ esteemed publishing partners—Andersen Press USA, Lantana Publishing, and Scallywag Press. These books cover vital themes like childhood disability, bullying, family bonds, and friendship, offering meaningful stories to engage and empower the young […]Read more

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The Color of Sound: An Interview with Author Emily Barth Isler

In The Color of Sound violin prodigy Rosie desperately wants the chance to experience a “normal” life and refuses to play her instrument for a summer. Upset, her mother sends her to her grandparents’ house where she meets another girl her age hanging out on the property. The girl is familiar, and Rosie quickly pieces […]Read more

Haiku, Ew!: An Interview with Author Lynn Brunelle

Board Book Roundup: Spring 2024 Board Books That Educate and Entertain

Mami King: An Interview with Illustrator Kristin Sorra

Librarian Prep Post: Engaging Young Readers

HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY: APRIL NEW RELEASES IN PICTURE BOOKS, GRAPHIC NOVELS, NONFICTION, AND MORE!

Nature Spy Guide: An Interview with Author Shelley Rotner

Picture Perfect Picks Webinar Round-Up

The Color of Sound: An Interview with Author Emily Barth Isler

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