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12 Must-Read April Children’s Book Releases

April children's book releases feature new books by award winning authors like Kyle Lukoff and Dan Santat as well as fantastic debuts.

17 Stunning Picture Books by Debut Illustrators

Illustrations are what brings a picture book to life. Check out these titles, which all were their illustrator's debut!

Reading Authentically: The Current State of Diversity in Picture Books

There are more picture books being published now that feature children of color, but are authors and illustrators of color writing them?

12 Must-Read March Children’s Book Releases

From Nina LaCour's debut picture book to new middle grade with disability rep, there are so many exciting March children's books releases.

Ladies First: 10 Awesome Picture Book Biographies of Women

Margaret Ferguson Books/ Holiday HouseWitness the true story of how Mary Wilkins Ellis’ childhood passion for flying led to an ...

15 Must-Read February Children’s Book Releases

February children's book releases include books by well-known authors like Pam Muñoz Ryan and books by debut authors like Neil Armstrong.

15 Must-Read January Children’s Book Releases

From lyrical odes to Asian heritage to the first F/F crush in a picture book, January children's book releases have lots to choose from!

Bookish Holiday Crafts and Activities for Kids

Create new traditions with these picture books about the holidays, paired with fun activities and recipes related to them.

20 Must Read Picture Books From 2021

A list of beautiful, bold 2021 picture books to read with the young rioters in your life or give as holiday gifts this year

9 Indigenous and Native American Picture Books to Read Right Now

Read and share these excellent Indigenous and Native picture books in November and well beyond, including Fry Bread.