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fromDefector
21 hours ago

What Books Should I Buy For My Future Child? | Defector

Children's books shape linguistic and emotional growth, distill core human hopes and fears, and serve as hopeful, formative introductions to the world for young readers.
#cartoonist
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

During an 'Island Storm,' two kids on an adventure ask 'Do we try for more?'

The children's book 'Island Storm' captures the thrill and danger of facing a storm through the adventures of two siblings.
#picture-books
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Fundraiser for award-winning children's bookshop

Moon Lane Books in Catford has started a fundraiser due to financial struggles stemming from rising costs and shrinking school budgets, aiming to raise £40,000.
Fundraising
#parenting
Parenting
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Kids notice everything here's what one child sees 'Next to Me'

A joyful children's book about a child's journey home, observing the world around them with their parent.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Meet Creators of Babymouse + Squish w/ Free Book Signing (Foster City)

Sunny and Tony share a fun friendship with experiences like going to movies and school, but as pressure grows about dating, Sunny feels confused and pressured.
Books
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Gender of animal characters in children's books

Certain animals in children's books are consistently gendered, like male frogs and female cats.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Does Kash Patel deserve to run the FBI? Of course he does and I'll take a lie detector test to prove it | Arwa Mahdawi

Kash Patel, author of a children's trilogy, also serves as director of the FBI, prioritizing loyalty to Trump over experience.
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

Celebrate Eloise's 70th birthday at The Plaza-for free!

To mark 70 years since Kay Thompson's beloved children's character first took up residence in the "room on the tippy-top floor," the Plaza Hotel is hosting a free, two-day celebration packed with sugary treats, scavenger hunts and serious nostalgia.
New York City
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Free Family StoryWalk & Bike Ride at Candlestick Point (SF)

The event offers a reading and bike ride for families featuring 'If You Give a Girl a Bike'.
#roald-dahl
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

From caterpillar to butterfly, 'Papilio' grows up in a new picture book

Clanton's illustrations tend toward cartoony; he used watercolors, ink, leaf pressings, stamps, markers and colored pencils. Really anything he could get his hands on.
Arts
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reform councillor's boast about removing trans-ideological' books from children's library sections falls flat

Claims of trans-ideological material removal from Kent's children's libraries were unfounded, as no such material existed.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Reform UK run council removes all trans books from children's library section

Kent County Council has removed all transgender-related books from children's sections in libraries, citing community concerns over ideological materials.
fromPublishersWeekly.com
1 month ago

Horror Offers Young Readers Safe Spaces in Scary Times

Horror stories provide children with a vital testing ground to face their real-life fears, allowing them to navigate and confront personal anxieties through engaging narratives.
Books
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

SCOTUS Pretends Pride Is Porn In Bigot Parents Case - Above the Law

Justice Gorsuch purported to believe that drag queens were definitionally sex workers, mischaracterizing children's literature and revealing ignorance of gender issues.
LGBT
Writing
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

'Timmy Failure,' 'Pearls Before Swine' Creator Stephan Pastis on Creativity | Entrepreneur

Stephan Pastis finds creative success in executing work to the best of his ability, derived from a desire to escape his previous career.
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Brooklyn Public Library Celebrates Tove Jansson With Family Moomin Event

Brooklyn Public Library hosts a family day celebrating Tove Jansson's Moomins, marking 80 years of their cultural impact.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Victoria Monet

Victoria Monét balances her music career and motherhood, emphasizing the importance of quality time with her daughter in her new children's book.
SF parents
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

16 Summer Books For Kids Trending On Goodreads Right Now

Engaging children's books maintain interest with unique characters and relatable themes.
Books such as 'Federico and the Wolf' and 'Beetle' encourage cultural appreciation and address identity.
#julia-donaldson
#lgbtq
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

One kid at a time': How children's books on male friendship could combat toxic masculinity

The Carnegie medals showcase a trend of exploring male friendship and masculinity in children's literature.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How a Dutch kids' book sparked a Chinese backlash DW 06/17/2025

"What seems like a joke to most people is a slap in the face to me and to many other Asian Amsterdammers. This is not an innocent phrase."
NYC parents
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

How the whimsical, intergalactic 'A Wrinkle in Time' became a musical

"In most children's books, there's just this constant feeling of adrenaline - of pushing forward to solve the problem. Madeleine slowed us down and took us to Ixchel to sit for a while."
Music
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Jason Reynolds' favorite thing is being alone

Jason Reynolds is acclaimed for treating young readers as complex individuals, reflecting their real experiences in his writing.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Complete Calvin And Hobbes Comic Collection Drops To Best Price This Year At Amazon

The current deal on The Complete Calvin and Hobbes comic collection, reduced to $94.69, represents the lowest price of the year, making it an excellent opportunity for fans.
Books
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The best books for children about refugees

Books can foster understanding and empathy towards refugees among children.
Reading materials can help engage children in meaningful conversations about migration.
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Polytechnic's whimsy designs for Anywhere Book Club reshape the reading experience

Anywhere Book Club emphasizes mutual appreciation through design, connecting children and carers effectively.
#diversity
Graphic design
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Peter Kuper's Graphic Novel, Where the Insects Draw Us

Peter Kuper's 'Insectopolis' merges graphic narratives with deep ecological themes, engaging readers through a fascinating exploration of insects and their connection to human life.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

2025 Bay Area Book Festival offers inspiration and empowerment in overwhelming times

The Bay Area Book Festival features free programming with a focus on changing narratives through literature.
The event includes 275 authors across 85 discussions, celebrating literature and community engagement.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

These robot cats have glowing eyes and artificial heartbeats and could help reduce stress in children

MetaCats are innovative robotic pets that help reduce stress and anxiety in children and individuals with dementia.
from48 hills
3 months ago

Lil Miss Hot Mess: the queen who wouldn't stop reading - 48 hills

Like the rest of the slim little Mess-Dios picture books, Make Your Own Rainbow is participatory, with queens of all shapes and sizes, in wheelchairs and a variety of gender presentations.
SF LGBT
Books
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Should Children's Literature Have Rules?

The intersection of education and entertainment in children's literature profoundly influences moral development and engagement with literature.
fromWorldhistory
3 months ago

Cleopatra by Alexandra Stewart & Hannah Peck - illustration & Isabel Adomakoh Young & Bloomsbury Children's Books (Book Review)

The book offers an engaging, educational portrayal of Cleopatra, grounded in historical accuracy, aimed at young readers.
philosophy
fromWarpweftandway
3 months ago

New Book: Ngo, Unlocking the Treasury: Elementary Learning for Boys in Qing China

The book studies the significance of a Qing-era children's primer in shaping education and moral values in early Chinese education.
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Revealed: The secret meanings hidden in The Gruffalo

The Gruffalo tells a tale of a mouse encountering predators, but a new study reveals it also engages with complex political themes and meanings.
World politics
Books
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

If You Can't Pass This Nostalgic "Goosebumps" Cover Quiz, You're Too Young To Be On The Internet

The Goosebumps series by R.L. Stine left a significant impact on children during the 1990s and early 2000s.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Kwame Alexander on Bringing the Free Spirit of Jazz to Young Viewers

Kwame Alexander's 'Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band' brings jazz to children through animation, continuing the legacy of its literary and musical roots.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

'Chooch Helped' this author and illustrator win the 2025 Caldecott Medal

The book 'Chooch Helped' explores sibling dynamics and cultural heritage through playful storytelling and vibrant illustrations.
fromKqed
4 months ago

Dave Eggers Writes Sequel to His Prize-Winning Children's Book

Dave Eggers hinted at more adventures for his characters Johannes and Bertrand after winning the Newbery Medal for The Eyes & The Impossible.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Meghan Markle faces new plagiarism claim from British author

Meghan Markle faces allegations of using another author's ideas in her planned Netflix project 'Pearl' without proper credit.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Something playful': celebrating the art of endpapers in children's books

Endpapers have transformed from decorative elements into crucial components that enhance the storytelling experience in picture books.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Ellen Coyne: 'Patrick O'Donovan and his cabinet colleagues are probably not overly keen to be the regime that priced Bluey out of Irish family living rooms'

Every year on World Book Day, Irish mothers find themselves caught off guard, often scrambling for last-minute costume solutions for their kids, mainly thanks to authors like Julia Donaldson.
Books
Graphic design
fromKqed
4 months ago

Do What You Can: A New Kids' Book Shows How Even 'The Littlest Drop' Helps

The Littlest Drop is a children's book that teaches environmental stewardship through the story of a hummingbird's small but significant actions.
Graphic design
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Do what you can. A new kids' book shows how even 'The Littlest Drop' helps

The Littlest Drop teaches that even small contributions can make a difference in challenging situations.
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