2001 Articles
from your Guide, Elizabeth Kennedy

Mem Fox's "Reading Magic", 12/30/01
If you have, teach, or care for very young children, you need to read this book and learn more about the benefits of reading aloud to them.

Classics for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers, 12/16/01
Here are board book versions of some of my favorite classics for little ones, including "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" and "Pat the Bunny."

Grimm's Fairy Tales and Other Versions, 12/09/01
These online resources are ones you should know about if you are interested in the fairy tales collected by the brothers Grimm.

Children Love Mem Fox, 12/02/01
Learn all about Australian writer Mem Fox. She is not only an internationally known author of children's books, she is also a literacy expert.

Rhymes and Fun For Little Ones, 11/15/01
Here are some of my top recommendations of illustrated books of rhymes and finger plays for very young children.

Books for Children in Crisis, 11/11/01
In response to the September 11 terrorist attacks, I have compiled booklists and other resources that will help children to be tolerant towards others, fight fear, and resolve conflicts.

"Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury", 11/4/01
This is such a beautiful book by Jan Brett that it became the first book I reviewed for About's Holiday Gift Guide; it features seven of Brett's most popular stories, with her unique illustrations.

Resources for Helping Children Cope, 9/15/01
In the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, I have collected resources for helping children to cope that should prove useful to both parents and educators.

A Gentle Bedtime Story, 9/9/01
Amy Hest's "Kiss Good Night," with striking illustrations by Anita Jeram, is an appealing picture book and a terrific bedtime story.

Children's Historical Fiction, 9/2/01
The medieval period is portrayed in Richard Platt's "Castle Diary," an interesting work of historical fiction for 9 to 13 year olds. There are many booklists and articles related to historical fiction online.

"The Read-Aloud Handbook", 8/26/01
The fifth edition of Jim Trelease's "The Read-Aloud Handbook" provides information on raising readers through reading aloud and includes the latest research and recommended books.

"You Read to Me, I'll Read to You", 8/19/01
Poet Mary Ann Hoberman has written, and artist Michael Emberley has illustrated, a terrific new picture book. It's designed to be read aloud by two people, at least one a beginning reader.

The Enduring Roald Dahl, 8/12/01
For four decades, Dahl's wildly inventive modern fairy tales, such as "James and the Giant Peach," have attracted an international audience of 9-12 year olds.

Getting Ready for School, 8/5/01
I have added a book for children who are going to a new school to my list of books recommended for children starting school.

Spotlight on Jean Little, 7/22/01
Canadian Jean Little has won an international audience for her more than 25 children's books. The themes in many of them reflect her own life experiences.

Ice Cream, Animals, and Friends, 7/15/01
If you are looking for books to engage your children's interest and spur them to action, from making ice cream to starting a club, try these books.

Dinosaurs and More Dinosaurs, 7/8/01
This trio of books about dinosaurs includes both picture books and nonfiction, fun and facts.

New Editions of Four Maurice Sendak Classics, 6/24/01
In honor of Maurice Sendak's "50 years of inspired work," HarperCollins has begun publishing new hardcover editions of 22 of his books. Learn about the first four of these books, published in 2001.

Beverly Cleary and "Ramona's World", 6/3/01
Award winning children's author Beverly Cleary has written more than 30 books. Among her most popular are those about Ramona Quimby and her family and friends.

A New Children's Book About Adoption, 5/27/01
Jean Little's chapter book for beginning readers, "Emma's Yucky Brother," is an entertaining look at how a girl adjusts to her four year old newly adopted little brother.

Spotlight on Cynthia Rylant, 5/20/01
Did you know that Cynthia Rylant has written over 60 children's books? Find out more about this Newbery Medal winner.

Cookbooks for Kids, 5/13/01
A good children's cookbook can be invaluable in ensuring your kids are successful in learning to cook.

"Love to Mamá: A Tribute to Mothers", 4/22/01
This joyous celebration of the love between mothers and children and grandchildren combines poems by thirteen Latino writers with vivid artwork by Paula S. Barragán M.

Keep Your Children Reading During the Summer, 4/15/01
Find out about resources online and at your public library to help you find books at your children's reading levels so as to keep them reading throughout the summer.

2001 Newbery Honor Book Author Kate DiCamillo, 4/8/01
Learn all about the author's visit to the About Children's Books chat room and her children's fiction, "Because of Winn-Dixie" and "Tiger Rising."

J.K. Rowling Does It Again!, 3/18/01
Two new Harry Potter related books have just been released worldwide. Learn all about these delightful slim volumes that purport to be Hogwarts School reference books written by experts in the fields of Magizoology and Quidditch.

Scientists in the Field Series, 3/11/01
The three books in this series from Houghton Mifflin provide a fascinating introduction to scientific field work and to scientific careers.

Molly Bang's Picture This, How Pictures Work, 2/25/01
The three-time Caldecott Honor Book award winner provides a fascinating look at perception and composition in illustration.

Parents' Guides to Children's Books, 2/4/01
Find out what to look for when choosing a guide to children's books and learn about the best book that I found.

2001 Winners of Caldecott, Newbery, and other ALA Awards Announced, 1/21/01
Find out who won and what it means in this article that looks at the Caldecott, Newbery, Coretta Scott King, and Sibert awards, among others.