Children's Books: "A Day, a Dog"
Monday October 31, 2005
Gabrielle Vincent's "A Day, a Dog" is an extraordinary wordless picture book, with haunting, yet spare, artwork, and a poignant storyline about an abandoned dog. It is not for very ... Read More
Halloween Fun With Children's Books
Sunday October 30, 2005
For Halloween fun with your children, try these children's books:
Halloween Board Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Children's Halloween Books for 4-8 year olds
Scholastic's "13 Scary Ghost Stories" from India, Scotland, England, ... Read More
L. Frank Baum and "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz"
Friday October 28, 2005
The recent release on DVD of a three-disc collector's edition of the 1939 movie "The Wizard of Oz" has generated a lot of interest in the book and its author, ... Read More
In Memory of Rosa Parks - "Let It Shine: Stories of Black Women Freedom Fighters"
Tuesday October 25, 2005
I was sorry to read about the death of Rosa Parks, a pioneer in the Civil Rights movement. Nine- to 14-year-olds can learn more about Rosa Parks and nine other ... Read More
Coming: A Movie Version of "Where the Wild Things Are"
Sunday October 23, 2005
According to an article in today’s New York Times, after fifteen years of starts and stops on a movie version of "Where the Wild Things Are," "Pre-production is well ... Read More
It's National Read Aloud Day!
Saturday October 22, 2005
The National Book Foundation sponsors National Read Aloud Day. According to Harold Augenbraum, the director of the National Book Foundation, “We hope that this day will help people rediscover the ... Read More
The New Lemony Snicket Is Out and No Longer Nameless
Thursday October 20, 2005
For months, 8-12 year old fans of "A Series of Unfortunate Events" by Lemony Snicket have been trying to learn the title of the next book in the series. I'm ... Read More
Hooray for Dr. Seuss!
Wednesday October 19, 2005
The story of Dr. Seuss, whose real name was Theodor Geisel, is an interesting one. The impact he had on books for children is an enduring one. What are ... Read More
Get Ready for Halloween!
Tuesday October 18, 2005
Here are some online resources for a wonderful Halloween:
How to Carve a Halloween Pumpkin
Top Children's Books About Halloween
Halloween Board Books for Little Ones
Top 10 Haunting Halloween Movies for Kids
Halloween ... Read More
Children's Picture Books About the Death of a Pet
Sunday October 16, 2005
For many children, the death of a pet provides their first personal experience with death. Reading children's picture books about the death of a pet to your kids can provide ... Read More
Spotlight on Author Cynthia Rylant
Thursday October 13, 2005
Author Cynthia Rylant writes award winning children's books for a wide range of ages. Her children's books range from picture books for young children to novels for older kids. ... Read More
Spotlight on British Author Jacqueline Wilson and Her Popular Children's Books
Tuesday October 11, 2005
In 2004, more children’s books by Jacqueline Wilson were borrowed from UK public libraries than books by any other author. According to Random House Children’s Books, her publisher since 1991, ... Read More
How To Use TV, Videos, DVDs and Movies to Promote Reading
Sunday October 9, 2005
Thanks to all of you who responded to my question about Turnoff Week. I had more than three dozen reader responses. If you haven't shared your opinion, I hope ... Read More
All About Cinderella
Saturday October 8, 2005
Having spent part of the afternoon enjoying our new DVD of Disney's "Cinderella," I have Cinderella on my mind. It fascinates me that there are so many different versions of ... Read More
Children's Poetry Books
Thursday October 6, 2005
Since it is National Poetry Week in the UK, now's a good time to recommend some excellent children's poetry books, including children's poetry books with poems for two or more ... Read More
Children's Books About Jewish Life and Culture
Wednesday October 5, 2005
With the fall Jewish holidays, you may be looking for children's books about Jewish life and culture. You will find a varietry of resources in my Jewish Life and Culture ... Read More

