Children's Books

Ever since Frosty the Snowman got anthropomorphized in that song, kids' books have been full of snowmen and snowwomen with feelings and mobility. In veteran children's author Harriett Zeifert's Snow Party, illustrated by Mark Jones (Blue Apple; 40 pages; $...  

"A Checklist/ Making a Family Plan for Emergencies" is an award finalist in the National Best Books 2008 Awards, sponsored by USA Book News, in the parenting/family category. (PRWeb Nov 28, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1676004.htm  

If you have children, you probably already know about popular picture book creator Jan Brett, who has more than 33 million books in print. Her latest book, The Three...  

The children's picture book John Henry combines a fascinating tale by Julius Lester with award-winning artwork by Jerry Pinkney. The book was designated a Caldecott Honor Book for excellence...  

Amy Hodges, better known by her nickname Amy Hodgepodge, has been home-schooled for most of her life, but now that she's entering fourth grade, she's convinced her parents to let her attend a ''real'' school.  

Sometimes it’s not the length of the journey - it’s whether you get to your destination that matters. At least that’s what retired Westborough teacher - and newly published author - Bryan Gatley found after completing his first two children’s books recently.  

ThumbPeople books and music featuring the children’s self-worth building character, “Thumbuddy” created a buzz at this month’s Twin Cities Book Festival sponsored by Rain Taxi. The day-long autumn gala gathers the diverse Twin Cities book community to celebrate literary culture. A widely eclectic...  

If Jesus taught peacemaking, forgiveness, and compassion, and if a Christian is a person who follows Jesus, then why are many Christians supporting wars and other violence? In a world often motivated by anger, fear, and greed, Monson shows how Jesus's example of compassion can inspire individuals...  

STAMFORD - When Caroline Ward boarded her transatlantic flight Friday, she packed the weight limit in children's books. "It's 50 pounds, I think," said the petite Belfast native, shrugging off the inconvenience of lugging her grandchildren's presents across an ocean.  

The popular writer and blogger, Juliet Johnson, fresh from the successful release of her new book Somebody's Always Hungry signs with creative media company Haydenburri Lane to write weekly blogs. (PRWeb Nov 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11...  

The Fanwood Memorial Library launched its "Books for Kids" book donation drive on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Give a child the gift of reading by bringing a new or gently used book for children from preschool through high school.  

Pooja Pittie, Indian mom and MBA graduate from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, has launched Little GuruSkool in the U.S. (PRWeb Nov 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Indian_Culture/Hindi_Books_DVDs/prweb1653444.htm  

The Ocean County Library will make the holidays a special time for children in the community through its "Books For Kids" program. All 21 locations of the Ocean County Library are accepting new book donations from the community through Dec. 1. All books collected are distributed to disadvantaged...  

ROSELAND – The Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Ave., has launched its annual “Books for Kids” book donation drive.  

Writer Bill Adams and artist Tom Stiglich have teamed up again in the third Mandy and Andy book, "Visiting the Farm." Like its predecessors, "Farm" is in English and Spanish within the same book and contains aglossary/glossario, giving kids the opportunity to learn words in both languages. Adams...