http://childrensbooks.about.com/ Children's Books http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/15/today-is-birth-date-of-author-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz.htm Author L. Frank Baum was born on May 15, 1856. His children's book The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was published in 1900. Since then, it has become a classic. According... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/15/today-is-birth-date-of-author-of-the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz.htm 2008-05-15T00:01:13Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/14/spotlight-on-rif.htm Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the largest nonprofit literacy organization in the United States, invites everyone to celebrate Reading Is Fun Week. In addition to its literacy programs across the... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/14/spotlight-on-rif.htm 2008-05-14T00:01:59Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/13/whats-coming-more-diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-books.htm If your 'tweens and teens loved Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid and it sequel Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, they'll be delighted to know that there... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/13/whats-coming-more-diary-of-a-wimpy-kid-books.htm 2008-05-13T00:01:52Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/12/its-childrens-book-week-2.htm Celebrate Children's Book Week May 12-18. For the first time (and from now on), Children's Book Week is being celebrated in May rather than November. Here are some... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/12/its-childrens-book-week-2.htm 2008-05-12T09:13:52Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/09/2005-australian-notable-childrens-books-list.htm The Notable Australian Children's Books site listed in my Notable Children's Books directory now includes the 2008 list. While the 2008 list of children's books recognized by the Children's Book... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/09/2005-australian-notable-childrens-books-list.htm 2008-05-09T00:01:45Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/07/celebrate-mothers-day-with-kids-books-and-more.htm Have you ever thought of children's books as Mother's Day gifts? It can be hard to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift for a beloved mother or grandmother. ... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/07/celebrate-mothers-day-with-kids-books-and-more.htm 2008-05-07T23:03:40Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/07/looking-for-books-for-teens.htm Are you looking for good books for your teenager? The Michael L. Printz Award is an annual award that honors the best book written for young adults in the previous... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/07/looking-for-books-for-teens.htm 2008-05-07T00:01:12Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/06/thank-a-teacher-today.htm Did you know that it's Teacher Appreciation Week? It's the perfect time to thank a teacher who has had a positive impact on your child's life. If you'd like to... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/06/thank-a-teacher-today.htm 2008-05-06T00:01:02Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/05/its-jewish-heritage-week.htm Celebrate Jewish Heritage Week, May 4-10, with Children's Books About Jewish Life and Culture. Learn about the Sydney Taylor Book Awards (current winners), created "to encourage the publication of outstanding... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/05/its-jewish-heritage-week.htm 2008-05-05T00:01:58Z http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/02/the-jane-addams-childrens-book-awards.htm If you are looking for children's books that promote peace and understanding, take a look at the children’s books honored annually by the Jane Addams Peace Association (JAPA) through its... http://childrensbooks.about.com/b/2008/05/02/the-jane-addams-childrens-book-awards.htm 2008-05-02T00:01:15Z