Educator Resources
Growing Reader
Tween
Why Graphic Novels Are Storytelling Quicksand for Reluctant Readers (In a Good Way)
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.
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.
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.
Tips & Advice
The Right Book, for the Right Child, at the Right Time: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Just For Fun
The 11 Best Teachers in Children’s Literature
With the return to school close at hand, we thought it’d be fun to reflect on some our favorite teachers in children's literature.
Tween
Teen
12 Books for Soon-to-Be High Schoolers
We’ve compiled some of our favorites reads to help almost-freshmen (and their parents) get prepared for the high school years ahead.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
10 Books for Budding Entrepreneurs and Can-Do Kids
Books about entrepreneurs can instill inspiring lessons about the hard work, creativity, and determination it takes to translate a vision into a reality.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Goal! 16+ Soccer Books for Kids
What should the next Alex Morgan or Landon Donovan be reading? Here are some great soccer books for players and fans of all ages.
