By: Maryann Yin,
on 11/2/2015
Happy Picture Book Month! Author Katie Davis has collected wise words from several well-known writers for a video that addresses the following question: What is a Picture Book?
The video embedded above features artwork and quotes from Jerry Pinkney, Nick Bruel, Victoria Kann, and more. To date, it has drawn over 10,000 views on YouTube.
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By: Maryann Yin,
on 5/5/2015
Here are some literary events to pencil in your calendar this week.
To get your event posted on our calendar, visit our Facebook Your Literary Event page. Please post your event at least one week prior to its date.
Pinkalicious series creator Victoria Kann will make an appearance at Books of Wonder. Meet her on Saturday, May 9th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (New York, NY)
Young adult author Kiera Cass will discuss her newest book, entitled The Heir, at the 92Y (Lexington Ave. branch). Join in on Saturday, May 9th starting 7:30 p.m. (New York, NY)
The next session of the Macaulay Author Series will feature a conversation between Better Than Before author Gretchen Rubin and journalist Anne Kreamer. Check it out on Monday, May 11th from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (New York, NY)
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By: Maryann Yin,
on 3/14/2012
The 2012 finalists for the Children’s Choice Book Awards have been revealed. Kids can vote from March 14th to May 3rd.
The winners will be announced live at the Children’s Choice Book Awards gala on May 7th. Nominees have been divided into four groups classified by different school grades.
In the Author of the Year category, middle-grade fiction writers dominate. The nominees include Diary of a Wimpy Kid 6: Cabin Fever by Jeff Kinney, Inheritance by Christopher Paolini, Middle School, The Worst Years of My Life by James Patterson, The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan and Dork Diaries 3: Tales from a Not-So-Talented Pop Star by Rachel Renée Russell.
New Career Opportunities Daily: The best jobs in media.
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: September 1, 2011
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
Back-to-School: Books About School
Best Halloween Books for Kids: Scary, Spooky, and Silly
20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy
Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online
The most coveted books that release this month:
by Brian Selznick
(Ages 9-12)
LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia
by DK Publishing
(Ages 12 and up)
by Shel Silverstein
(Ages 8-11)
You Have to Stop This (Secret)
by Pseudonymous Bosch
(Ages 9-12)
The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories
by Dr. Seuss
(Ages 6-9)
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: August 1, 2011
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy
Superhero Books: Batman, Superman, Spider-Man
Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online
The most coveted books that release this month:
by Anna Dewdney
(Ages 1-5)
The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers: Book 1: The Medusa Plot
by Gordon Korman
(Ages 8-12)
by Lincoln Peirce
(Ages 8-11)
Darth Paper Strikes Back: An Origami Yoda Book
by Tom Angleberger
(Ages 9-12)
Aphrodite the Diva (Goddess Girls)
by Joan Holub
(Ages 8-12)
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
by Judy Schachner
(Ages 3-7)
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: July 28, 2011
Rain, hail or shine, summer, winter, fall or spring, activity books are fantastic boredom busters. They also make wonderful birthday gifts that are budget savvy. From doodles to stickers to making your own animation movies, this list of activity books showcases some of our favorites. We’ve also included a great resource for parents that is all about building your child’s self-esteem through reading, crafting and cooking.
By Victoria Kann
Reading level: Ages 3-12
Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: HarperFestival (May 31, 2011)
Source: Publisher
Publisher’s synopsis: Get Ready to Think Outside the Lines!
Drawing and coloring is doodlicious!
Over 100 pages of pinkatastic pictures for you to complete.
Add this book to your collection: Pinkalicious: Pinkadoodles
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By Scholastic
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Paperback: 64 pages
Publisher: Scholastic Inc. (May 1, 2009)
Source: Publisher
Publisher’s synopsis: This is a doodle book, a journal, and a scrap book – the perfect buy for any child going away on summer vacation! Includes more than 50 vacation-themed doodles to complete, it doesn’t require any drawing skills, just a little bit of imagination!
More doodles and activities include:
* Design your own sandcastle.
* Draw your vacation home.
* How much money are you spending?
* Which was your favorite day on vacation?
* What is dad cooking on the campfire?
* Design a flag for your family.
* Fill the beach with seashells.
* Draw the twists and turns of a rollercoaster.
Add this book to your collection: Vacation Doodle Book
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: July 11, 2011
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
Superhero Books: Batman, Superman, Spider-Man
Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online
The most coveted books that release this month:
by Judy Schachner
(Ages 3-7)
Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes
by Eric Litwin
(Ages 3-7)
by Maggie Stiefvater
(Young Adult)
by Sara Shepard
(Young Adult)
by P.C. Cast
(Young Adult)
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
by Victoria Kann
(Ages 5-8)
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: April 1, 2011
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
Kids’ Earth Day Books: Green with Environmental Awareness
The 39 Clues Blog Tour: Access Granted, Peter Lerangis
How Picture Books Play a Role in a Child’s Development
Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online
The most coveted books that release this month:
The 39 Clues, Book 11: Vespers Rising
by Rick Riordan, Peter Lerangis, Gordon Korman, Jude Watson
(Ages 8-12)
Ranger’s Apprentice, Book 10: The Emperor of Nihon-ja
by John Flanagan
(Ages 9-12)
Big Nate Boredom Buster: Super Scribbles, Cool Comix, and Lots of Laughs
by Lincoln Peirce
(Ages 8-12)
by Deborah Underwood
(Ages 1-6)
Athena the Wise (Goddess Girls)
by Joan Holub
(Ages 8-12)
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: February 1, 2011
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
How Picture Books Play a Role in a Child’s Development
20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy
Superhero Books: Batman, Superman, Spider-Man
Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online
The most coveted books that release this month:
by Shaun Tan
(Ages 8-12)
Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad
by Jacky Davis
(Ages 3-7)
The Vampire Diaries: The Return: Midnight
by L. J. Smith
(Young Adult)
by Jane O’connor
(Ages 4-8)
Scorpia Rising: An Alex Rider Misson
by Anthony Horowitz
(Young Adult)
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: February 1, 2011
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
Winter Books: Snow, Hibernation, and More
Review: Sleepy Kittens (Despicable Me)
Where to Find Free eBooks for Children Online
Best Kids’ Picture Books, 2010
The most coveted books that release this month:
by Victoria Kann
(Ages 5-8)
by Al Yankovic
(Ages 4-8)
by James Patterson
(Young Adult)
by Brian Williams
(Ages 12 and up)
by Mo Willems
(Ages 4-8)
Scaredy Squirrel Has a Birthday Party
by Melanie Watt
(Ages 4-8)
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: December 7, 2010
The holiday season can bring out the “Martha” in all of us. Unfortunately, ’tis the season to zap away the time required to be a “Martha.” So … this book list (or book-ish, at least) can be used a few different ways:
by Museum of Modern Art New York
Reading level: All Ages
Diary: 128 pages
Publisher: Chronicle Books (October 27, 2010)
Publisher’s synopsis: With eye-catching interiors and playful activities, this open-ended sketchbook encourages would-be artists of all ages to look at the world around them and take chances expressing what they see. Inspiring and colorful graphic design will unleash the artist in anyone.
Add this book to your collection: MoMA Make Art Mistakes: An Inspired Sketchbook for Everyone
by Taro Gomi
Reading level: All Ages
Paperback: 116 pages
Publisher: Chronicle Books (September 1, 2010)
Publisher’s synopsis: Taro Gomi invites children to punch out more than 60 fantastic playthings, including ring-toss games, finger puppets, boxes, picture frames, a zoo’s worth of animals, and more! Packed with Gomi’s fun, accessible artwork and a delightful variety of games and toys, this book will appeal to children of all ages, engaging their imaginations and entertaining them all day long.
Add this book to your collection: Play All Day
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By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: August 1, 2010
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases, the bestsellers, and kids’ book events.
2010 Children’s Choice Book Awards Nominees
20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy
Summer Reading Tips & What to Read When
Kids’ Summer Reading Lists: Early-Fluent to Fluent Readers / Ages 6-10
The most coveted books that release this month:
Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games)
by Suzanne Collins
(Young Adult)
Artemis Fowl 7: The Atlantis Complex
by Eoin Colfer
(Ages 9-12)
The 39 Clues, Book 10: Into the Gauntlet
by Margaret Peterson Haddix
(Ages 9-12)
Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes
by Jane O’connor
(Ages 4-8)
by Suzanne Collins
(Young Adult)
by Margaret Peterson Haddix
(Ages 8-12)
Clementine, Friend of the Week
by Sara Pennypacker
(Ages 7-10)
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: July 1, 2010
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases, the bestsellers, and kids’ book events.
2010 Children’s Choice Book Awards Nominees
Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer by John Grisham
2010 Children’s Choice Book Awards Winners
Summer Reading Suggestions: Random House Children’s Books
The most coveted books that release this month:
(Young Adult)
How to Train Your Dragon Book 7:…
by Cressida Cowell
(Ages 8-12)
Pinkalicious: Tickled Pink
by Victoria Kann
(Ages 4-8)
The best selling children’s books this month:
PICTURE BOOKS
by Jacky Davis, David Soman
(Ages 3-7)
Add a CommentGreat titles, new and old, that are, of course, well-suited to the summer season—hot days, lemonade stands, beach vacations, fishing, and summer thunderstorms.
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Add a CommentThe Children's Book Council hosts the Children's Choice Book Awards. The favorite book finalists for this year were determined by close to 15,000 children and teens. I highly recommend checking out these books!
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By: Aesah J.,
on 4/27/2010
Voting will close for the Children’s Choice Book Awards next Monday, May 3rd, so we wanted to make sure you had all the information you need to place your votes! In this post, you will find the finalists for the Illustrator of the Year Award.
Illustrator of the Year
Peter Brown for The Curious Garden
Peter Brown wrote and illustrated The Curious Garden, a story about a boy named Liam who looks after wildflowers he finds growing in the middle of the city. Mr. Brown’s other picture books include Chowder, and Flight of the Dodo. Visit his site www.peterbrownstudio.com to learn more about him!
Victoria Kann for Goldilicious
Victoria Kann wrote and illustrated Goldilicious, the 
follow-up book to her two other works, Pinkalicious and Purplicious, which she co-authored with her sister Elizabeth Kann. Goldilicious continues the story of Pinkalicious and her pet unicorn, Goldilicious. Ms. Kann teaches at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.
Robin Preiss Glasser for Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire
Fancy Nancy: Explorer Extraordinaire continues the Fancy Nancy series by Jane O’Connor and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser. In this installment, Fancy Nancy and her best friend Bree create an exclusive club for their studies of nature. Before she became an award-winning illustrator, Ms. Preiss Glasser was a ballet dancer. She has won an ALA Notable Book Award for You Can’t Take a Balloon into the Metropolitan Museum with Jacqueline Preiss Weitzman.
Susan Roth for Listen to the Wind
Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg and Three Cups of Tea is the children’s book version of Greg Mortensen’s nonfiction work Three Cups of Tea: One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace…One School at a Time. It tells the story of Mr. Mortensen’s work in Afghanistan and Pakistan, building schools for girls and Ms. Roth’s collages bring his story to life. Visit Ms. Roth’s site to learn more about her and her work: www.susanlroth.com.
David Soman for Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy
David Soman illustrated and co-wrote Ladybug Girl and Bumblebee Boy with Jacky Davis. This story is about a girl named Lulu whose superhero alter-ego is Ladybug Girl. To be able to play with her friend Sam, he turns into Bumblebee Boy and together, they help those who are in trouble. Mr. Soman teaches at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.
Vote today and everyday for your favorite author and illustrator to win a Children’s Choice Book Award! Don’t forget to
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