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    Kids Book Trends on The Children’s Book Review | May 2017

    Bianca SchulzeBy Bianca Schulze4 Mins Read General
    Oh Susannah Its in the Bag by Carole P. Roman Dedicated Review
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    The Children’s Book Review | May 23, 2017

    The giveaways have it! Our number one trending article is the Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie giveaway.

    Here’s the top ten list of kids books and literacy articles that have been trending on The Children’s Book Review.

    Captain Underpants Full Color
    Oh Susannah- It's in the Bag
    #2
    Magic Book Featured Image
    Share Big Bear Share_Two Lions (2)
    #9
    20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy-2
    #10
    Jasper and the Riddle of Riley's Mine
    #1
    The Case of the Stinky Stench
    #7
    Mighty, Mighty Construction Site
    #3
    Jug Valley Mysteries Complete Series
    #9
    Carmer and Grit Wingsnatchers
    #10

    10 Kids’ Book Trends on The Children’s Book Review …

    1. Win a Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie Book Prize Pack

    Read the epic novels by Dav Pilkey before you see the movie!

    Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie comes out on June 2. We just watched the trailer and it looks like loads of slapstick fun. Celebrate the movie release by entering to win a Captain Underpants book prize pack!

    Giveaway begins May 15, 2017, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends June 15, 2017, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

    2. Win an ‘Oh Susannah: It’s in the Bag’ Prize Pack

    It all begins with homework trouble and an invitation to a sleepover that she doesn’t want to go to. Would you want to go to a sleepover in a creepy house?

    Enter to win an autographed copy of Oh Susannah: It’s in the Bag, by award-winning author Carole P. Roman; plus a “Cool Bananas” tumbler and “Havana” lunch cooler tote to stuff into your own backpack.

    Giveaway begins April 25, 2017, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends May 25, 2017, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

    3. How Picture Books Play A Role In A Child’s Development

    But while these parents are pushing their kids to be on top of the game, they don’t realize that the intensive coaching can be counterproductive and they’re missing out on an important genre, critical in the role of a child’s development—picture books.

    4. Share, Big Bear, Share!, by Maureen Wright and Will Hillenbrand | Book Giveaway

    A gentle story about the importance of sharing something special with friends . . .

    Enter to win a copy of Share, Big Bear, Share!, written by Maureen Wright and illustrated by Will Hillenbrand.

    Giveaway begins May 12, 2017, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends June 12, 2017, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

    5. 20 Sites to Improve Your Child’s Literacy

    There are a number of organizations and sites that provide online activities, teaching tips, and free books for children. Here are 20 sites to explore over the summer.

    6. Book Reviews And Recommendations: Preteen And Tween, Ages 9-12

    With Maturity Developing And A Wide Range Of Reading Abilities Among Preteens And Tweens, Middle Grade Novels (Books For Ages 9 And Up) Begin To Soar With Well-Developed Fantastical Worlds, A Gentle Increase In The Complexities Of Social And Emotional Plot Developments, Smaller Fonts, And More Pages.

    7. Win a Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast Prize Pack

    There’s a stinky stench in the fridge—and our favorite foodie friends must solve a smelly mystery!

    We’re celebrating the release of Josh Funk’s latest Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast story, The Case of the Stinky Stench. Enter to win a copy of The Case of the Stinky Stench and Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast.

    Giveaway begins May 5, 2017, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends June 5, 2017, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

    8. Book Reviews And Recommendations: Preschool To Elementary, Ages 4-8

    Did You Know That You Could Boost Your Preschool Or Elementary Child’s Intelligence Simply By Ensuring That Reading Books Is A Part Of Their Day-To-Day Life?

    9. Win the Complete Jug Valley Mystery Collection

    Ooooh . . . a secret club dedicated to finding answers to mysteries!

    Enter to win the complete Jug Valley Mystery Collection—a set of 6 short ebooks.

    Giveaway begins May 12, 2017, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends June 12, 2017, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

    10. 5 Middle Grade Books to Grow Up, Out, and Old With

    The very best books, of course, are books we can grow up, out, and old with. Here are a few of author Sarah Jean Horwitz’s favorites.

    For more children’s book trends, you can follow along with all of our articles tagged with Book Trends and be sure to check out our Book Giveaways category.

    What to Read Next:

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    3. Children’s Book Trends on The Children’s Book Review | March 2015
    4. If You Were Me and Lived in … South Korea: A Child’s Introduction to Cultures Around the World | Book Spotlight

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    Book Trends Captain Underpants Series Carole P. Roman Dav Pilkey Josh Funk Maureen Wright Sarah Jean Horwitz Will Hillenbrand
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