Here are some of our favorite books for Black History Month for younger readers — from infants through young adults. These books make great reads all year long and include award winners (Newbery Medal, Caldecott, and Coretta Scott King awards), picture books, easy readers, and fantasies.
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Black History Month: Biography Reads for Kids
Children can learn about the contributions African Americans have made to sports, politics, the arts, and society by reading these biographies. A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation by Barry Wittenstein: An evocative study of the speechwriting process behind Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, […]
Borrow a Time Machine for Kids From the Library
If your TARDIS, Time Turner, or DeLorean is in the shop, never fear! With your library card and a good book, time travel has never been easier. Here are some amazing time machines for kids you can check out for FREE at the library!
Juvenile Graphic Novels Bring Epic Adventures
Explore your favorite superheroes, make your own costume, read a Wonder or Crossover story in comics, and show some Guts with Raina Telgemeier’s latest. When it comes to graphic novels, the possibilities are endless! Check out these books by your favorite authors and experience epic adventures staring your favorite characters and more!
Magic Tree House Read-Alikes
One of our most frequently asked questions is… “My child is growing tired of or has finished all of the Magic Tree House book series. What else can you recommend?” Some of the book series that are similar to the Magic Tree House in reading level and theme include… A to Z Mysteries by Ron […]
Talking to Your Child About Loss
When your child has a loss in their life, having resources to start a conversation with them can be difficult. This can be especially trying if you are also going through a loss. Typically, speaking about loss directly, with realistic words, is best. Not using imaginary situations will help your child confront the loss. Sending […]
Stories Come to Life with Read-Along eBooks for Children
Check out a Children’s Read-Along eBook from cloudLibrary today! Read-Alongs are a new picture book reading experience sure to captivate young readers. They are eBooks with professionally-recorded narration that plays along while your child reads. Many Read-Along eBooks will highlight text as the narrator reads, so kids can follow along. With the new Read-Along feature, […]
Cultivating Mindfulness in Children
You can work with your children to cultivate mindfulness. This is, much like any exercise, something that requires practice. The practice of mindfulness can help your child promote happiness and relieve stress. They also will gain benefits further in their life to help them in their school and work life. You can focus on general […]
What’s Happening with Your Favorite Juvenile Series?
Have you been waiting on the edge of your seat for the next book in your favorite bestselling book series? Check out these noteworthy juvenile sequels that are on our shelves. All titles are also available digitally in cloudLibrary.
Staff Picks 2019: Children’s Books
As we head into the end of the year — and the end of the decade! — it’s time for our annual Staff Picks. This is the fifth year we’ve asked staff to name their favorite books published in the calendar year. Here are the children’s books they enjoyed most. See other Staff Picks for […]
