Editor’s Pick

As a child, Maya Lin loved to study the spaces around her. She explored the forest in her backyard, observing woodland creatures, and used her house as a model to build tiny towns out of paper and scraps. The daughter … Continue reading →

When I was teaching, sessions of reading Shel Silverstein poems aloud was a treat student would work hard to achieve. And as a parent, his poetry made for great bedtime reading and giggling. “Where the Sidewalk Ends” is where Shel … Continue reading →

This is the true and inspiring story of William Kamkwamba. His village in Malawi was struck with a terrible drought. People went hungry and there was no produce to sell at the market. William went to his local library to … Continue reading →

As hard as we try, as parents, it isn’t always possible to keep the scary news in the world away from our children. Now there is a lovely picture book to share with your children. Good People Everywhere by Lynea … Continue reading →

A newspaper has more than news. It provides pictures and information about your community that is hard to find anywhere else. Look through a newspaper with your child—it will foster discussions and improve your child’s reading skills. Here is a … Continue reading →

In this festive Caldecott Honor–winning picture book, Alice Dalgiesh brings to life the origin of the Thanksgiving holiday for readers of all ages. Giles, Constance and Damaris Hopkins are all passengers aboard the crowded Mayflower, journeying to the New World … Continue reading →

Celebrating the holidays by making crafts together provides a wonderful opportunity to help your child with important reading skills such as following directions as well as math skills such as measuring and estimating. And it is a time to talk … Continue reading →

As a child in Georgia, Alma Thomas loved to spend time outside, soaking up the colors around her. Her parents filled their home with color and creativity despite the injustices they faced. After the family moved to Washington DC, Alma … Continue reading →

Meet the wonder-full Aleca Zamm, an ordinary ten- year-old with an extraordinary ability: she can stop time! Aleca Zamm has finally reached double digits and she still doesn’t have a “thing” — a special talent or ability that will make … Continue reading →

In this charming story, a baby river otter learns to swim, dive, and play in her natural habitat. During April, when we celebrate the wonders of the natural world and Earth Day, this delightful story of one of the world’s … Continue reading →