None of us look just the same and we each have our own special interests. That’s true of how we learn, too. As children prepare to go to school, it’s a good time to remember there are various ways of learning, that achievements are wide-ranging, and that learning takes place at different rates. On the pages of these books, meet memorable characters with special ways of learning and dealing with school.
Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the year according to the lunar calendar. The celebration begins with the new moon that occurs sometime between January 21st and February 20th, and festivities last until the following full moon. Lunar New Year is celebrated in many East Asian countries and cultures with a festival, rich in symbolism and traditions — including family reunions, colorful paper lanterns, animals of the zodiac, lion and dragon dances, fireworks, poems exchanged with loved ones, and gifts of money nestled inside red envelopes. These traditions represent hopes and aspirations for the year — longevity, peace, prosperity, unity, and good luck. Dip into these wonderful picture books about the Lunar New Year in different countries.
It seems appropriate that both National Poetry Month and Earth Day are observed in April. One celebrates worlds in words; the other reminds us of the importance of the world. Start this celebratory month by reading about our world using words that paint pictures. Discover many more related titles with Book Finder.
Dr. Maya Angelou was a renowned poet and storyteller who wrote for children and young adults as well as for adults. Here you’ll find a selection of her poetry and writing for young people, as well as anthologies of poetry by other Black poets.
Can you see it? Do you feel it? Change is on the way! Soon, the days will become shorter, trees will change their color, and kids will get ready for school. You can sense each of these changes as you read about playing in leaves or watch an apple tree bear fruit. You might even feel a winter chill as you read a poem. It’s an exciting time of year!
Civics teaches kids about the rights each of us has as a citizen, as well as our responsibilities, such as voting or serving on a jury — and getting involved in our communities to make them better for all. Do you know any kids who are eager to volunteer in their communities? Or kids who are curious about the history of voting rights in the U.S., how a bill becomes a law, how we elect our President, and stories about life (and pets!) in the White House? We’ve gathered up a great collection of books for school and home. Find more books, plus activities, apps, and kid-friendly websites at Start with a Book: Civics and Our Government.
Share a story from your childhood with this collection of recommended books for children ages 0-9. From one generation to the next, tales such as The Mouse and the Motorcycle and The Story of Ferdinand are as familiar and cozy as warm old slippers! Enjoy them with your own children and grandchildren.
Mixing and measuring, blending and baking — cooking with kids can be fun! Invite children into the kitchen with stories about food and recipes to prepare. This collection of recommended books for children ages 0-9 represents a mouth-watering combination of culture, humor, and kitchen chaos. Bon appétit!
From coins to cookies, from one to one million, children learn the concept of number through play, songs, rhymes and stories. This collection of books for children ages 0-9 will introduce kids to counting using everyday objects, and make large numbers manageable by grouping them together. Whether characters are sharing food, spending money, or outsmarting predators, they bring math concepts to life by showing readers the numbers in the world around them.
Math. If you know what you’re looking for, it can be seen all around. Some people think it’s a curse, others think it’s grand. But we all need and use it! No matter how you feel about it, you’ll find something about math to learn or laugh about or just enjoy as you read the books suggested here.
Whether big or small, scary or cute, children love dinosaurs. Kids can rattle off facts about the terrible lizards at the drop of a hat, and can pronounce scientific names with an ease that sometimes baffles adults. Join in the fun with these books!
Many young readers are drawn to graphic novels, with their vivid illustrations and turn-the-page pacing. Here are some of our favorite graphic novels that feature stories and characters from different cultures and countries around the world. You’ll also find memoirs and other narrative nonfiction, told in new ways through the graphic format. Discover many more related titles with Book Finder.
Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, is primarily celebrated by followers of the Hindu, Sikh, and Jain faiths. Diwali is an autumn festival, and the main celebration takes place on the day of the new Moon, when the sky is at its darkest. On the night of Diwali, communities light candles and clay lamps (called diyas), placing them throughout their homes and in the streets to light up the dark night. Families gather together to celebrate.
The long, hot days of August are often called dog days, but dog days can be any time you read about the canine adventures of man’s best friend. Discover all kinds of dogs in these recommended tales.
Maybe the “dog days of summer” aren’t so bad after all. After all, having a dog or another pet can be fun. And just think, reading about dogs can let you relive or imagine fun with a canine buddy. So tuck a book under your arm to take on a trip or curl up in a cool spot on a hot day with a book about a four-legged friend!
Fall is a time for harvests, Halloween, and crisp air. It’s a great time to visit a farm, even if only through a book. Laugh along with novice farmers dealing with a haunted henhouse; recall growing up on a farm and longing for a horse; or learn a bit about growing seeds and sustainable farming. All of this and more are in the pages of the books suggested here.
There is a lot to do in late summer. There are parks and museums to visit, pools to swim in, oceans to explore, backyard adventures, and even insects to observe. But even if you never leave your own neighborhood, you can explore these and more when you look through the pages of books.
Learn more about the fascinating history and culture of Korea — an ancient country whose history stretches back more than 2,000 years. Since 1945, it has been divided into two sovereign states: North Korea and South Korea. In these picture books, you’ll learn facts about Korea from A to Z, discover traditional Korean tales (some of them spun into modern stories), and dip into Korean cooking and the delights of “sijo” poetry. You can also explore immigrant stories from the perspective of children, and find out what it’s like to live between two cultures (American and Korean).
Have you ever wondered where your interests and passions might lead? Explore how individuals changed the history of women’s basketball, wrote poetry that touched lives, saved a brave dog from a dismal life, created museums, and more — much more.
Dads are great. They fix broken toys, sing silly songs, and open our eyes to the wonders of the world around us. But most of all, they give us lots of love. Celebrate the fabulous fathers in your life with this selection of favorite books for kids ages 0-9.
Read about all kinds of foods! We’ve selected a delicious collection of books that give young readers a chance to taste of a wide range of genres — informational nonfiction, biography, poetry, historical fiction, fantasy, mystery, and folktales — as well as different formats (audio books, chapter books, bilingual books, and graphic novels).
This booklist supports the Reading Without Walls Challenge, a nationwide initiative launched by Gene Yang, the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature.
There’s a change of season in the air. Gardens are ready for harvest, pumpkins are ready to carve, and costumes are made ready to wear.
Meet a boy who foils a greedy ghost in Beijing, China and an American boy who helps three hungry ghosts. Find a pumpkin with two friends and see how a witch helps her assistant solve a problem of his own making. Sing along with a monster who meets a roaring end! All these and more are waiting for you between the covers of books.
Families come in many shapes and sizes. Some families are small, others large; still others have two dads or no dads. In the pages of these books, you’ll meet some real families, a few imaginary families, and some in-between. But you’ll probably recognize some of your own family!
