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Author-Illustrator Corey R. Tabor
Pre-K
Growing Reader

Meet the Illustrator: Corey R. Tabor

We chatted with Corey Tabor, illustrator of the wonderful A Dark, Dark Cave, about the role public school played in his becoming an artist, how his own backyard adventures inspire him to create art, and more.

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Growing Reader
Tween

Why Graphic Novels Are Storytelling Quicksand for Reluctant Readers

Some kids fall in love with reading. Some don’t. Judd Winick, author of Hilo, explains why he thinks the kids in the “don’t” column would dig comics.

Kids' Book Superheroes
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween

6 Awesome, Original Superheroes from Children’s Literature

If you want to introduce your Avenger- or Batman-loving kids to some “new” heroes with awesome literary pedigrees, suggest these funny, original superfriends from the world of kids’ books.

Talking with Kids About Art
Growing Reader
Tween

Simple Ways to Start Talking to Your Kids About Art

If you want to talk to your kids about art but don't know where to begin, start with these simple tips — perfect for your next art read or museum trip.

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Tips & Advice

The Hurdles and Joys of Raising Readers

To be able to lose yourself in a book is bliss. Stories introduce us to people we might never meet, making us laugh and cry, and in the process enrich our lives.

U.S. History Books for Kids
Growing Reader
Tween

Against the Odds: 7 Picture Books About Incredible True Stories from U.S. History

These picture books introduce children to some unsung heroes of U.S. history, showing them that individual actions can make a big difference.

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Tips & Advice

What Do You Do When Your Book-Loving Kid Asks “Is Magic Real?”

Ever since my daughter was old enough to ask about the magical things that happened in her favorite books, I’d been dodging the big question underlying all her queries — namely, “Is magic real?” Until now.

Fictional heroines from kids' books
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

12 Girls from Fiction Who Are Their Own Heroes

These twelve young heroines from children’s literature reflect the strong and independent females kids see — and love — in the real world.

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Tips & Advice

I Know What You Did(n’t Read) Last Summer

With September looming on the calendar, how do you get your kids back on track with books? Here are a few easy strategies for readers of all ages.

Judd Winick on reading graphic novels as a family
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen

Graphic Novels? Yeah, They’re Fun for the WHOLE Family

There are LOTS of reasons why comics and graphic novels are great for the entire family — moms, dads, kids, really smart pets — everybody!