Perfect for shared reading and as a starting point for exploring themes of family, appreciation, and the unseen acts of care that shape our lives.
Browsing: Homelessness & Poverty
Close Yet Far, by Roberta R. Carr and Sierra Treewater, is a compelling, thoughtful, and enjoyable read—perfect for the classroom or summer reading.
Summertime & The Livin’ is Easy is thought-provoking and instructive and would work well as a catalyst for further discussion about poverty, family, and faith.
Which five words best describe I Wish You Knew? Author Jackie Azúa Kramer says it is filled with Empathy, community, family, hope, love.
In this episode of the Growing Readers Podcast, I talk with author and children’s librarian Lydia M. Sigwarth about her debut picture book Dear Librarian.
We talked to Danielle Svetcov about why she chose to write this particular story, as well as discussing some of her favorite children’s books, and also got some hot tips for aspiring authors.
Danielle Svetcov’s Parked will appeal to readers of books like Dan Gemeinhart’s The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise and Katherine Applegate’s Wishtree.
Being Fishkill, which follows the life-changing journey of a 12-year-old girl born into unfortunate circumstances, will leave readers emotionally stunned.
The Radius of Us blends a heart-wrenching portrayal of real teen relationships with striking social commentary.
Deborah Hopkinson is the award-winning author of more than 45 books for young readers.