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New Documentary Sheds Light on Laura Ingalls Wilder and Her Incredible Story

Something special is happening tonight. I consider it a Christmas gift, a present that I must be patient for and unwrap a few days after the holiday proper. I'm celebrating the 85th anniversary of the publication of the novel Little House on the Prairie and watching the premiere of American…

Judy MorenoDecember 29, 2020

Children's Books

Man’s Best Friend Causes Trouble in “Rudy the Löwchen and the Last Slice”

They’re called “man’s best friend” for a reason. Dogs have been by our side for thousands of years and are a source of joy in times of stress. It’s no wonder that our four-legged friends are the most popular pet worldwide. But dogs aren’t just loyal companions. They’re also serious…

Cameron KimballDecember 16, 2020

Children's Books

A Feud Between Animals Leads to Better Understanding in “Timmy Gets Adopted”

It isn’t easy dealing with neighbors. Whether you’ve had to file noise complaints or had arguments about property lines, the people next door aren’t always as neighborly as we’d like. In Emily Edwards’ book Timmy Gets Adopted, the inhabitants of Potter County have to deal with a very unusual neighborhood…

Cameron KimballDecember 15, 2020

Book Club Network Children's Books

Robotics, Marine Biology and International Conspiracy Converge in “Augie Sweetwater and the Dolphin’s Tale”

When Yardley Holdsworth Cooperlick — Coop for short — moves to Seattle, he isn’t looking for trouble. But on the first day of 9th grade, he defends a classmate from a bully and soon realizes that he’s caught up in far more than just a schoolground tussle. In William J…

Cameron KimballDecember 8, 2020

Children's Books

Ruth Bader Ginsburg: An Inspiring Biography for the Youngest Readers

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who passed away on September 18, 2020, was a champion for equal rights and an inspiration to many. Now, children can experience her life through the pages of My Little Golden Book About Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Golden Books) by Shana Corey. We begin by…

Kelly StatenDecember 4, 2020

Children's Books

An Intergalactic Adventure in “Crazy Cats From Outer Space” Helps Friends See Past Their Differences

As a child, I spent several seasons in summer camp, and I loved it. I shared a cabin with 25 kids — some I liked a lot, some I wasn’t crazy about. But as the final days of summer approached, I started thinking more about all the kids with whom…

Jim AlkonDecember 3, 2020

Children's Books Miscellany Nonfiction

“Sometimes You Have to Lie” Tells the Story of the Woman Behind “Harriet the Spy”

Sometimes You Have to Lie (Seal Press) by Leslie Brody tells the fascinating and somewhat shocking story of the life and times of author Louise Fitzhugh. If the name rings a bell, it’s for a very good reason: Fitzhugh was the literary genius behind the 1964 middle-grade novel, Harriet the…

Gabby TorrentiDecember 1, 2020

Children's Books

“Always Together at Christmas” is an Uplifting Tale for This Holiday Season

How will families spend the holidays this year? What about Santa? Does he leave presents out on the sidewalk, or does he wear a mask? Inspired by the ways her own family and friends are coming together – while staying apart – during the pandemic, author Sara Sargent has penned…

BookTribNovember 26, 2020

Children's Books

Blessings in a Backpack Announces National T-Shirt Design Contest Winner

In support of the contest, Spartan Kids Foundation donated $25,000 to feed hungry kids. —∞— Blessings in a Backpack partnered with the Spartan Kids Foundation for a nationwide t-shirt design contest to raise funds to help prevent childhood hunger. The nonprofit, which provides food on the weekends for elementary school…

BookTribNovember 20, 2020

Children's Books

“The Strong Tree” Teaches Children to Grow Through Adversity

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/the-strong-tree-liz-cavanaugh-feature.jpg That is the metaphor at the heart of The Strong Tree (Gatekeeper Press), a simple story by Liz Cavanaugh for children ages 5 to 12, with wonderful illustrations by Angelina Valieva. While the book provides a basic lesson in how seeds become trees that change over time, it…

BookTribNovember 18, 2020

Children's Books

“The World Needs Who You Were Meant to Be” Celebrates the Creativity in Every Child

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Who-You-Were-Made-to-Be-1.jpg The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be (Tommy Nelson), the second children's book by New York Times bestselling author Joanna Gaines, illustrated by Julianna Swaney, celebrates how creativity and acceptance can come together to make for a bright and beautiful adventure. The book follows a group of…

BookTribNovember 13, 2020

Children's Books

“Stars of Wonder” is a Heartwarming Celebration of the First Christmas

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Stars_Of_Wonder.jpg It’s November, and families everywhere are preparing for this year’s unprecedented holiday season. Parents are having trouble explaining to their children that they’ll be celebrating apart from extended family this year. But as Rebecca Dwight Bruff reminds us in her newest book, Stars of Wonder (Köehler Kids), “you have…

Cameron KimballNovember 12, 2020

Children's Books

Foster Healthy Habits and Culinary Creativity with “Food Play!”

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/food-play2.jpg Is your little one more likely to ask for cookies for breakfast than happily down a bowl of fruit? This inventive cookbook is a lifesaver for parents of picky eaters and foodie toddlers alike! Amy Palanjian penned this interactive collection of simple recipes to help parents keep toddlers entertained…

Gabby TorrentiNovember 12, 2020

Children's Books

“The Couch Potato” Shows Kids the Value of Unplugging in a Technology-Driven World

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/The-Couch-Potato-1.jpg Couch Potato has the best life sitting around all day in fuzzy slippers on a comfy couch with his dog Tater. And with a super cool device that will fetch snacks whenever he wants, there’s no need to get up. In The Couch Potato (HarperCollins) by bestselling and award-winning…

Kelly StatenNovember 11, 2020

Children's Books

Inspiring Viral Poem of the Pandemic “And the People Stayed Home” Becomes Heartwarming Children’s Book

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/booktrib_KittyOMeara_AndThePeopleStayedHome.jpg "Wisdom that can help during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. She is challenging us to grow." — Deepak Chopra "An eloquent, heartwarming reflection that will resonate with generations to come … encouragement for a brighter tomorrow." — Kate Winslet —∞— It’s all too easy to let disappointment and loss…

Chelsea CicconeNovember 10, 2020

Children's Books

“Hello, Neighbor!” Celebrates the Sincerity and Kindness of Mr. Rogers

https://booktrib.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Hello-Neighbor.jpg My love affair with picture books began in 1997 when I was a graduate student at the University of Virginia. Call it kismet, providence or just being in the right place at the right time. I enrolled in EDIS 7700 – Foundations of Reading Instruction taught by Professor Joan…

Joanne ShulmanNovember 9, 2020

New Documentary Sheds Light on Laura Ingalls Wilder and Her Incredible Story

Man’s Best Friend Causes Trouble in “Rudy the Löwchen and the Last Slice”

A Feud Between Animals Leads to Better Understanding in “Timmy Gets Adopted”

Robotics, Marine Biology and International Conspiracy Converge in “Augie Sweetwater and the Dolphin’s Tale”

Ruth Bader Ginsburg: An Inspiring Biography for the Youngest Readers

An Intergalactic Adventure in “Crazy Cats From Outer Space” Helps Friends See Past Their Differences

“Sometimes You Have to Lie” Tells the Story of the Woman Behind “Harriet the Spy”

“Always Together at Christmas” is an Uplifting Tale for This Holiday Season

Blessings in a Backpack Announces National T-Shirt Design Contest Winner

“The Strong Tree” Teaches Children to Grow Through Adversity

“The World Needs Who You Were Meant to Be” Celebrates the Creativity in Every Child

“Stars of Wonder” is a Heartwarming Celebration of the First Christmas

Foster Healthy Habits and Culinary Creativity with “Food Play!”

“The Couch Potato” Shows Kids the Value of Unplugging in a Technology-Driven World

Inspiring Viral Poem of the Pandemic “And the People Stayed Home” Becomes Heartwarming Children’s Book

“Hello, Neighbor!” Celebrates the Sincerity and Kindness of Mr. Rogers

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