Early each September, there’s a Sunday for honoring grandparents. Traditionally many picture books have shown children interacting with each other and with their parents. Grandparents have been stepping into the pictures and stories in recent years, adding both dynamic interactions and authenticity that kids—and their grandfolks—recognize and can enjoy together. This Grandparents Day, share these
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Sophie Morris. Family is one of the most important structures in a young child’s life, but family often looks different for every child. One way to teach kids about the beauty of families is through the beauty of picture books. With the reassurance and humor they provide,
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This is one in our Double Scoop Sundae series featuring a pair of thematically-related books and ideas for teachers and library program developers seeking ways to extend storytime with them. Two new picture books, each released in the US in both English and Spanish editions, center needlework as a way many families keep alive family stories and
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The Japanese art of kintsugi has been drifting increasingly into the imaginations and hearts of people around the world. In the United States, Europe, and beyond, kintsugi has been the stuff of art discussions, social media videos—and children’s books. Here in our Publisher Spotlight corner, we have recently represented two beautiful children’s books exploring kintsugi:
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It’s the end of another publishing year and the best lists are snowing upon us! What we love about the plethora of these lists from children’s literature experts, review publications, and national press resources is how so many perspectives pop into focus: diverse list makers see “best” in so many different—and complementary—ways. Some of the
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Are you wanting to add some light to your bookshelf? Look to Spanish publisher Cuento de LuzI True to its name, which translates to “Tale of Light” in English, Cuento de Luz publishes stories for youth that illuminate important issues while remaining uplifting and hopeful. Founded in 2007 by Ana Eulate, Cuento de Luz aims
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