As a former children’s librarian, I know the power of picture books to enchant and instruct their young readers. So I take seriously my task of communicating accurate information about the animal characters I create while also addressing the themes I have in mind for my stories.
Browsing: Books with Boy Characters
Apparently even pirates have to learn not to talk to strangers. In Carole P. Roman’s fourth installment of her Captain No Beard series, Strangers on the High Seas, the crew of the Flying Dragon must face the terrors of the notorious pirate ship Shark Bait
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.
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!
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.
Anne Rockwell and Melissa Iwai, author and illustrator (respectively) converse about their latest book, TRUCK STOP (Viking/Penguin, May 2013)
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.”
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.
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.
The team behind the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestseller GOODNIGHT, GOODNIGHT, CONSTRUCTION SITE returns with another fabulous book for bedtime!