#childrens-literature
#childrens-literature

Parenting

Essay | Why Adults Are More Imaginative Than Children

Children are often portrayed as more imaginative than adults in children's literature.

Children have a greater openness to possibilities and can grasp extraordinary ideas that adults cannot. [ more ]

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Are Children's Books Improving Representation?

Children's literature has become more diverse in the past decade, with 45% of books having a nonwhite author, illustrator, or compiler.

White males are still overrepresented in influential children's stories, according to a study.

Machine learning revealed that characters in award-winning books were depicted with lighter skin and that female characters appeared more often in images than in text. [ more ]

Fatherly

6 months ago

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35 Years Ago, One Peculiar Roald Dahl Book Taught Kids To Be Rebels

Matilda is a heavily analyzed piece of children's entertainment that has thrived with two films and a Broadway musical.

Despite neglectful parents, Matilda teaches herself to speak, read, and do math at a young age and discovers she can control objects with her mind. [ more ]

Mission Local

2 weeks ago

Writing

Award-winning authors launch their new children books at Luna Press

A tribute to young bilingual migrants and celebrating the journey of learning two languages. [ more ]

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Writing

Katherine Rundell wins Waterstones book of 2023 with immediate classic'

'Impossible Creatures' by Katherine Rundell named Waterstones book of the year.

'In Memoriam' by Alice Winn named Waterstones novel of the year.

'Murdle' by GT Karber named Waterstones gift of the year. [ more ]

Itsnicethat

1 month ago

Design

Drawing for Palestine to raise money and awareness at Bologna Children's Book Fair

Drawing for Palestine exhibition aims to raise awareness and funds for the Palestinian cause at Bologna Children's Book Fair.

The exhibition features work by 56 illustrators, organized by Sarah Mazzetti and Andrea Antinori, with proceeds going to UNRWA. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

2 months ago

Congratulations, today is your day: A free book giveaway for newborns to honor Dr. Seuss' birthday

Dr. Seuss Enterprises celebrates his 120th birthday with a free giveaway of "The Cat in the Hat" for babies born on March 2.

Offer limited to 10,000 copies on a first-come, first-served basis for U.S. residents with babies born on March 2, 2024. [ more ]

Time Out New York

2 months ago

A first look at the darling new Beatrix Potter exhibit in NYC

The Morgan Library & Museum showcases works of author-illustrator Beatrix Potter

Exhibition honors beloved children's author and land conservationist Beatrix Potter in NYC [ more ]

The Atlantic

No One Understands Middle-School Anxiety Like Raina Telgemeier

Raina Telgemeier is a popular author of graphic memoirs.

Telgemeier's books are beloved by children and have a significant impact on young readers. [ more ]

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6 books to help young readers learn about Black history

Books can help children engage with all kinds of history, particularly the nuanced aspects of Black history.

2024 is a great time to explore children's books about Black history, as there is currently a wealth of meaningful and respectful work being produced. [ more ]

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Children's and teens roundup the best new picture books and novels

The picture books mentioned in the article cover a range of themes, including dreams, celebration, love, mindfulness, and friendship.

The collaboration between authors and illustrators in these picture books makes for engaging and visually appealing storytelling. [ more ]

Fatherly

60 Years Ago, One Perfect Kids' Book Solved The Mystery Of Growing Up

Harriet the Spy is a timeless detective story for kids that teaches them about resilience and growing up.

The original book is considered the best adaptation of Harriet the Spy, surpassing film and TV adaptations. [ more ]

KQED

Dave Eggers Wins Top Children's Literature Award for 'The Eyes and the Impossible' | KQED

Author Dave Eggers won the John Newbery Medal for his book The Eyes and the Impossible.

Author and illustrator Vashti Harrison won the Randolph Caldecott Medal for her book Big. [ more ]

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Dave Eggers wins Newbery, Vashti Harrison wins Caldecott in 2024 kids' lit prizes

Vashti Harrison's book Big and Dave Eggers' book The Eyes and the Impossible won the top awards for children's literature from the American Library Association.

Dave Eggers won the John Newbery Medal for his book The Eyes and the Impossible, while Vashti Harrison won the Randolph Caldecott Medal for her book Big. [ more ]

San Diego Union-Tribune

How these San Diego kids books beat out bestselling authors like James Patterson, Anderson Cooper

San Diego-based book imprint Silver Dolphin Books has produced three best-selling board books for babies.

The books have sold millions of copies and have become popular on TikTok. [ more ]

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The best children's and YA books of 2023

Landmark birthdays and milestones were celebrated in the world of children's literature.

Picture book authors focused on themes of laughter, resilience, and facing fears.

New releases brought Christmas cheer and tackled intriguing questions. [ more ]

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