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"
Trumpets of Death: A Herald of Change and Growth
For many, the forest is a place of refuge. In the new graphic novel, Trumpets of Death by debut author Simon Bournel-Bosson, the rolling hills and dense trees become a place of transformation and maturity. Read on to take a sneak peek at this stunning and contemplative exploration of intergenerational conflict and humanity’s broken bond […]Read more "Trumpets of Death: A Herald of Change and Growth"
Watching and Waiting: An Interview with Author Sara Levine
Sometimes the most amazing experiences are born from patience. In the new nonfiction book Watching and Waiting: What Hatches from Nature’s Nurseries, author Sara Levine shares what young readers should do if they find eggs, egg cases, or galls when exploring the outdoors. Simple, lyrical text encourages readers to take time to practice observational science […]Read more "Watching and Waiting: An Interview with Author Sara Levine"
A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: An Interview with Author Rebecca E. Hirsch
For the fans of science, history, and gothic horror, A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: Wicked Weeds and Sinister Seeds entertains and informs with profiles on nature’s deadliest plants. The gorgeously intricate illustrations by Eugenia Nobati set the tone for a wild journey into the fascinating histories of these plants as implements of medicine, warfare, […]Read more "A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: An Interview with Author Rebecca E. Hirsch"
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 "Nature Spy Guide: An Interview with Author Shelley Rotner"
Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults: Resources and Events Coming Soon!
By Megan Ciskowski, Associate Publicist In less than a month Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults will hit the shelves! If that wasn’t exciting enough, we have some more news that will shake up your fall season. Read on to find out what we have planned.Read more "Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults: Resources and Events Coming Soon!"
Looking Forward to Summer Reading: Booklists for Your Program
The temperature may be hovering around zero, but our minds are elsewhere! With winter in full force, we’re already looking forward to summer reading in 2022. Whether you’re participating in the CSLP or iREAD program this year, we’ve got you covered. Read on for robust book lists of titles that support your library’s theme.Read more "Looking Forward to Summer Reading: Booklists for Your Program"
The Call of Antarctica: An Interview with Author Leilani Raashida Henry
In November 1939, George Gibbs Jr. set out on an expedition to Antarctica aboard the USS Bear and became the first person of African descent to go to Antarctica. Eighty-two years later Leilani Raashida Henry, daughter of this brave explorer, takes readers on a journey to the rugged Antarctic landscape in The Call of Antarctica: […]Read more "The Call of Antarctica: An Interview with Author Leilani Raashida Henry"
Inspiring Creativity through STEM: A Guest Post from Author Cynthia Argentine
Today we welcome author Cynthia Argentine to the blog to share how STEM titles, like her new book Night Becomes Day: Changes in Nature, can inspire students and encourage creative connections. We also have a video featuring Cynthia and a brand new FREE Teaching Guide!Read more "Inspiring Creativity through STEM: A Guest Post from Author Cynthia Argentine"
