The teacher had such beautiful handwriting and kept such precise records. Now it was up to me, her niece, to execute the ...

These refreshingly authentic and playful picture books celebrate the many kinds of love that can fill kids’ lives.

From picture books to graphic novels, fantasy to family fun, these must-read books have the power to hook kids of any gender. Some are cultural touchstones that belong in every kid's library. Others ...

Local author Jolene McDonald stopped by at the library recently to read her book, “I Will Not Go To Sleep Tonight!” McDonald, who lives in Litchfield, wrote this sweet book, which was illustrated ...

DUMMY REF: The protagonist, Little Alien, is always trying to fit in with what is expected of her. But because she's undiagnosed neurodivergent, she doesn't know what's expected of her. It's all just ...

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9 Registration is open for Afterschool Art Club for students in grades first through fifth at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts, 15 Franklin St. S.W. The first ...

The best children’s books of all time Choosing the best children’s books of all time is no easy feat. After all, there are ...

Reading a story together is a wonderful way to let children know they are safe and loved. This list of new titles is great ...

Picture book author Mac Barnett has been named the Library of Congress' new ambassador for young people's literature. He discusses what the role means when engaging kids in reading can be a struggle.

After the preschool years, kids still like cartoons, but they want something more complex than straightforward messages about friendship and sharing. They like a bit of conflict, some bad guys (who ...

PEOPLE can exclusively share the cover of Carla Hall's upcoming children’s book, 'Carla and the Tin Can Cake Party.' The book ...

Erin Entrada Kelly’s “The First State of Being,” a coming-of-age story that blends time travel and the approaching millennium of the year 2000, has won the John Newbery Medal for the year’s ...