“It is time for parents to teach young people early on that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength.” – Maya Angelou. In January we celebrate the birthday of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. What better way to honor his dream of a nation where our children “will not be judged… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner
Librarian’s Corner: Celebrating Diversity
“It is time for parents to teach young people early on that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength.” – Maya Angelou. In January we celebrate the birthday of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. What better way to honor his dream of a nation where our children “will not be judged… Read more »
Jeanette’s Favorite: Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree
Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree by Robert Barry This is a Christmas classic that I can re-read every year without fail. The rhyming tale tells of a rich man who orders the biggest tree you’ve ever seen. Too big for the parlor, the top of the tree is trimmed and the smaller tip is given to… Read more »
Kristen’s Favorite: Lester’s Dreadful Sweaters
Lester’s Dreadful Sweaters by K.G. Campbell (Kids Can Press, 2012) I adored the sly humor of “Lester’s Dreadful Sweaters” and the fantastic language K.G. Campbell uses. When Cousin Clara comes to stay (after a crocodile consumes her cottage), Lester’s problem begins. Cousin Clara is a curiously speedy knitter, and what she loves most to knit… Read more »
A List of Lists: All the Best Children’s Books of 2012
All month, the ReaderkidZ have been picking our favorite books for the holidays. Funny enough, many other esteemed organizations are doing the same thing. Below are several excellent lists of the best children’s books of 2012 that we thought you might like to check out. Happy reading and happy holidays! Horn Book Fanfare Our Choices… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner FAQ: Why Aren’t Books Rated Like Movies?
Why aren’t books rated like movies? How do I determine which books are appropriate for my child? I recently heard from a teacher who wanted to know why books are not rated like movies so that she could select books to read in class that would not have any objectionable language or content. Selecting appropriate… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner: Biographies, Part 2
By necessity, every biographer must select from the many details that make up a life, deciding what is important to include and what can be left out. Some information may be omitted from the story because the facts can’t be verified or, most often with biographies for young readers, because the materials would reveal foibles… Read more »
