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May, 2011: Best Selling Kids’ Books, New Releases, and More …
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases and bestsellers.
Women’s History Books: A List from Random House Children’s Books
This is an abbreviated version of a list of books put together by Lauren Donovan from Random House Children’s Books.
Newbery Winners, 2011
The American Library Association (ALA) announced the winner of the John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature:
What’s Hot in June, 2010? Author Events, Best Selling Kids’ Books, and More …
Here’s the scoop on the most popular destinations on The Children’s Book Review site, the most coveted new releases, the bestsellers, and kids’ book events.
Kids’ Books for Pesidents’ Day, 2010
Monday, February 15, is Presidents’ Day. I’ve put together a list of three books that are very well suited. One about the First Family, another that lists all of the presidents—with biographical details, and one that is simply a lot of fun and includes wacky facts about the United States.
Book Lover: 16 Kids Books for Valentine’s Day
Truly adorable and enjoyable books that offer up “that loving feeling,” and should get you some of that all important snuggle and bonding time with your kids.
2010 Newbery & Caldecott Medal Winners …
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: January 18, 2010 Each year, the American Library Association (ALA) awards the authors and illustrators who have delivered the most outstanding work. The two most prestigious and well known awards are the John Newbery Medal and the Randolph Caldecott Medal. However, there are also many other awards [...]
Horrid Henry’s Christmas: Francesca Simon
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: December 23, 2009 Horrid Henry’s Christmas by Francesca Simon (Author), Tony Ross (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 7-10 Paperback: 112 pages Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky (September 1, 2009) Source: Publisher What to expect: Humor, Siblings, Kids, Behavior As per usual, Simon and Ross connect and engage even the most [...]
Horrid Henry and the Scary Sitter, Horrid Henry’s Underpants: Francesca Simon
By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review Published: October 15, 2009 More Horrid Henry? Yes, more twisted, laugh-out-loud Horrid Henry stories. Francesca Simon’s has perfectly executed her characters, again! Horrid Henry is a rotten, little devil. His persona represents the thoughts which go through most kids minds, at least occasionally. Perfect Peter’s character provides a [...]
