Tag: Collection Development
MacKids Spotlight: Celeste Pewter
This month’s Author Spotlight features Celeste Pewter!
Celeste joins us to discuss The Great Pumpkin Pancake Party, her debut picture book which follows Lilly and her grandfather as they create a new neighborhood tradition with an old family recipe.
Read More »Teacher’s Guide: Diamond Fever by Steve Sheinkin and Jon Chad
Dad by Christian Robinson
From Christian Robinson, #1 New York Times bestseller, Caldecott Honoree, and one of the most recognizable picture book creators of this generation comes a loving tribute to all kinds of dads.
Read More »Books for Mental Health Awareness Month
These books for kids and teens sensitively deal with tough topics and big emotions. Perfect for SEL units, these stories normalize mental health issues, promote the importance of self-care, and provide more resources for young readers who are struggling to process big emotions like anger, sadness, anxiety, and loss. Share these stories with young readers to let them know they are not alone.
Read More »MacKids Spotlight: Angela Cervantes
This month’s Author Spotlight is author Angela Cervantes! Angela joins us to discuss The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy, her new humorous and heartwarming middle grade novel, which follows 12-year-old Sleuth Diez as he investigates a high-stakes case and tracks down the tournament’s stolen trophy in time for the championship match. Be sure to check out the Spanish edition of The Mystery of the Stolen World Cup Trophy!
Read More »Graphic Novel Preview: Hand-Me-Down by Damian Alexander
Our Graphic Novel Preview series invites readers to look inside new graphic novels! This month, we’re highlighting Hand-Me-Down, written and illustrated by Damian Alexander. Hand-Me-Down is a moving graphic memoir about the love we pass down across generations. On sale on July 28th, 2026!
Read More »LGBTQIA+ Voices Resource Center
We’re celebrating our LGBTQIA+ authors, illustrators, and creators this month (and every month)! Keep reading to discover new books and revisit your favorites!
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