There’s no better way to spend clear summer nights than stargazing! It’s time to reflect on the year so far. Read on to discover which 2024 titles have earned review recognition from industry professionals.Read more "Shimmer and Shine: The Stars of 2024 So Far"
After local fishers noticed a large swarm of fish in an unlikely area in the Gulf of Mexico, a team of divers found the remains of a forest deep beneath the waves. The ancient trees had been undisturbed for more than fifty thousand years before finally being uncovered by Hurricane Ivan in 2004. The Lost Forest: […]Read more "The Lost Forest: An Interview with Author Jennifer Swanson"
In 2014, Plastic, Ahoy!: Investigating the Great Pacific Garbage Patch written by Patricia Newman with photographs by Annie Crawley captured the attention of young readers everywhere. Ten years have come and gone, and the discoveries shared in Plastic, Ahoy! are just as important today as they were back then.Read more "Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Plastic, Ahoy!"
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 "Haiku, Ew!: An Interview with Author Lynn Brunelle"
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 "Mami King: An Interview with Illustrator Kristin Sorra"
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 "Celebrate National Poetry Month!"
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 "Nature Spy Guide: An Interview with Author Shelley Rotner"