Category: Books for Boys
5 Great Kids Biography Books
Biographies of famous people are often huge, all-encompassing tomes of scholarly information. But a recent crop of books aims to introduce the youngest readers to key historical figures while explaining, in simple terms, some of their most stunning achievements. The following are some of the most fascinating we’ve come across.
Who Could That Be in This Interview? Daniel Handler or Lemony Snicket
Daniel Handler, an author, screenwriter, and downright talented accordionist, is best known for his work under the pen name Lemony Snicket. In response to our questions about the wonderful new book “The Dark,” Handler serves us with his quirky humor and an entertaining interview. Enjoy!
Five Family Favorites with Bestselling Author Sherri Duskey Rinker
Sherri Duskey Rinker is the mom of two energetic, inquisitive sons: one fascinated by bugs and magic, and the other by trucks and trains. She is the bestselling author of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site (Chronicle Books, 2011) and Steam Train, Dream Train (Chronicle Books, 2013). While preparing to move house, Sherri graciously took time out from packing to share five of her family’s favorite past-time books.
A Conversation with Anne Rockwell and Melissa Iwai
Anne Rockwell and Melissa Iwai, author and illustrator (respectively) converse about their latest book, TRUCK STOP (Viking/Penguin, May 2013)
Vince Vawter Discusses Paperboy
Vince Vawter discusses his “utterly eye-opening debut, Paperboy [that] sheds a spotlight on stuttering and the impact it has on a child’s life.”
More Star Wars Books: May the 4th be with You!
Today, May 4, is the perfect day for Star Wars fans to celebrate, well, Star Wars. The following three book selections are a great way to honor the Star Wars films and culture.
Bluebird by Bob Staake | Book Trailer
In his most beautiful and moving work to date, The New Yorker illustrator Bob Staake explores the universal themes of loneliness, bullying, and the importance of friendship.
Steam Train Dream Train, by Sherri Duskey Rinker — Book Trailer
The team behind the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestseller GOODNIGHT, GOODNIGHT, CONSTRUCTION SITE returns with another fabulous book for bedtime!
Stuck in the Doldrums: A Lesson in Sharing: A Captain No Beard Story — Dedicated Review
Avast! For the third time, Captain No Beard is back again with a beauty of a story. He and his trusty crew are “Stuck in the Doldrums” in every sense and are ready to enhance their set of social skills.
The Dark, by Lemony Snicket & Illustrated by Jon Klassen — Review
Both award winners for their work in children’s books, Snicket and Klassen adeptly take on the universal childhood fear of darkness.
