Winter
Pre-K
Brightly Storytime: The Snowy Day
Snuggle up and read along with Ezra Jack Keats's The Snowy Day, a wintertime classic that has captured the hearts of readers young and old for more than 50 years.
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of January 2018
Kick off the new year with a great book — this month has especially strong selections for every literary appetite.
Grown-Up Reads
The Best Grown-Up Reads of December 2017
Jumpstart your New Year's resolution to read more by gifting yourself one of these fantastic new books hitting the shelves this month.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
Teen
The Best Children's and YA Books of December 2017
We’ve rounded up some of this month’s highlights — books that share funny, true, fantastical tales of bears and fearless women, crush-worthy new acquaintances and Jedis.
Grown-Up Reads
10 Hot Titles to Gift the Book-Lovers on Your List
This holiday season we’ve rounded up a truly inspiring haul of beautiful books perfect for gifting. From popular page-turners to gorgeous coffee-table editions, there’s something on this list for everyone — including you.
Just For Fun
Grown-Up Reads
A Scrumptious Holiday Pumpkin Scone Recipe for the Whole Family
Pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg all folded up between flaky layers makes the perfect treat for a cool fall morning or a blistery winter afternoon.
Growing Reader
Tween
Illustrators Lou Fancher and Steve Johnson on Giving A Poem for Peter Its Visual Depth
We chatted with the illustrators behind A Poem for Peter about how they reacted when they found out they’d be working on the book, why collage is so exciting to create, and what even the most experienced artists can learn from children.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
My Path to Peter: Andrea Davis Pinkney on Bringing Ezra Jack Keats and The Snowy Day to Life
I was born in the inner city in 1963, the same year Ezra Jack Keats won the Caldecott medal for The Snowy Day. I’m thankful I came into this world with that book to greet me.
Tips & Advice
Haul Out the Holiday Story Traditions
Reading is my way of finding quiet in the bustle of the holidays. It changes our focus from the presents and reminds us of the messages of the season.
Grown-Up Reads
Hot for Holiday: The Best Books to Buy This Winter
We’ve pulled together some great new books, with suggestions of who might appreciate them, to help you with your holiday shopping. Happy giving!
Pre-K
Growing Reader
20 Colorful Books to Brighten Up the Dark Days of Winter
If you could use a bit of brightness to offset the chilly temperatures, check out these picture books filled with bold colors and unexpected illustrations.
All Ages
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Reads: 8 Holiday Books for the Whole Family
Finding holiday books the entire family will enjoy can be tough. These eight books will delight kids of all ages (and, yes, that means you, too).
