It’s the time of the year to light up faces and shorter days with a story or two (or more!). Books are always there for you — no electricity needed! Satisfy that itch of curiosity, let your imagination soar, or get a chuckle as you open a book, share it alone or with a friend, or give it as a gift.
It’s the time of year when we think of sharing with others. What’s better to share than a bit of time? And what better way to share your time than by reading books together! We’ve included science and nature books, funny stories, family stories, picture book biographies, poetry, fantasy, historical fiction, graphic novels — plus the new chapter books from Kate DiCamillo, Meg Medina, Sharon Creech, and other favorite authors.
It’s that time of the year when people begin to think of gift-giving, sharing time with others, or simply settling down for some relaxation. Regardless of what you have planned this season, take some time with a good story. You’re never too young or too old! It’s particularly wonderful to savor a tale — happy, hopeful, quiet or raucous, with or without pictures — with the children in your life. Celebrate this season of sharing, with books and reading.
It’s that time of year when we think of gift-giving for the young children in our lives. Though this year’s celebrations are likely to be different, stories continue to delight and inform — and most importantly — to connect us. Celebrate this season of sharing with books and reading. This year’s list includes charming new board books for the youngest ones, stories about animals and nature, historical fiction, graphic novels, sports stories, books about heroes who have made our world a better place for all, and stories about community, family, and friendship.
Even the short days of winter can be brightened when giving and enjoying books with others — creating shared memories that can last a lifetime. Here you’ll discover tales of fact or fiction to warm up even the coldest day. Happy Holidays from Reading Rockets!
Stories continue to delight and inform — and most importantly — to connect us. Celebrate this season of sharing with books and reading. This year’s list includes multicultural stories, picture book biographies, folktales and fairy tales, graphic novels, a bit of fantasy and mystery, and books about artists, science and nature, family, and friends. Books are a great way to explore our world and create memories that extend well beyond the short days of winter.
December is a time of lights, family, friends, celebrations — and sharing gifts from the heart. Celebrate this season of sharing with books and reading. Take a look, share a book, make a memory … with one or more of these titles from our 2023 gift guide bookshelf.
Have you ever wondered how a building stands or how a crab and sea anemone can work together? Ever thought about how gravity works, how wood and sticks are different from glass and plastic, or how a small seed can blossom into a huge tree? These and other wonders are explored in the books suggested here, just right to inspire and inform.
Learn how hurricanes are formed, how they are named and classified, what to do if a dangerous storm is on the way, and how animals react to storms. Meet “Marvelous Cornelius” who helped his hometown of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. And don’t miss a tall tale featuring Kissimmee Pete and a wild ride with Miss Frizzle and her class through the eye of a hurricane. The list also includes fictional picture books that describe the drama of big storms through the eyes of a child.
If hurricanes and other extreme weather cause anxiety for your kids, you might want to read this helpful article from PBS Parents: Talking Positively to Kids About Scary Weather.
Think outside of the box. Create. Wonder. Read. Explore. Look. See. Whether in science or at home, in poetry or prose, with or without words, creativity is all around. And stretching your imagination is a great way to start the New Year.
Imagine: a baby from the familiar lullaby makes a different sort of journey; crayon actors meet an old monster; cut-outs combine with bold color to make something unfamiliar into the very familiar. Open these books and it will happen. They are sure to inform and inspire and spark readers’ imaginations through pictures and lively language.
Every four or eight years, new residents move into the White House in Washington, DC. Why are there elections? What does the President do? Who were some of the young, unusual, or past residents of the presidential mansion? Read about the White House in fact and fiction – and meet a variety of presidents in the pages of these books!
The theme of the 2013 March celebration of Women’s History Month — “Women inspiring innovation through imagination” — refers specifically to women in science, technology, engineering and math. But there are those whose imagination and innovation inspires readers of all ages to enjoy a book! Some here are real, others fictional; all are worth visiting! Discover many more related titles with Book Finder.
Spring makes one sit up and take notice and perhaps even see things a little differently. Like a change in season, books can help readers explore familiar topics in new ways, see things from fresh perspectives, or even think about doing things another way. Meet prehistoric trucks, see how buttons and feathers (and other stuff) come together for a special picture day, decide how long your string is, and what thingamabobs or sticks or boxes can accomplish. All it takes is a bit of imagination — a great gift all year long!
This recommended list of books for kids ages 0-9 includes favorites for Hispanic students and for those interested in learning a bit of Spanish. The books are written by today’s most notable Hispanic and Latin American children’s authors. The diverse sampling includes traditional songs, bilingual poetry, and much more. Some of the books are bilingual while others come in Spanish or in English editions peppered with Spanish words. Discover many more related titles with Book Finder.
Browse our selected list of books about intervention and effective literacy instruction for children with learning differences, including dyslexia and executive function challenges.
Responsible decision-making is the ability to think about your choices — where you evaluate the consequences, reflect on your actions, and consider the well-being of yourself and others. In the stories here, children will meet characters with decisions to make, giving adults a chance to talk about our responsibilities to each other. This booklist is part of our Social-Emotional Learning series.
There is always a surprise or two in collections of poetry compiled by Lee Bennett Hopkins. He brings together a range of poetry by diverse poets to help readers think differently about even the most familiar things. It’s even possible to find a poem by Mr. Hopkins himself in his collections.
Share the wonder of the winter season with these recommended books for children ages 0-9. You’ll find books of fact and fiction as well as favorites both old and new.
Learn about the importance of voting in our democracy, and the history of voting rights in the U.S.. And meet some energetic kids (and a few animal characters) with big ideas who might even want to be President!
These fiction and nonfiction picture books for young readers explore families, experiences, and the social history of the LGBTQ community. These stories and histories are for all readers, not just for children and families with a close connection to LGBTQ issues. At the heart of all these books is a message of unconditional love and acceptance.
Self-management is the ability to regulate your own thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It’s also the ability to motivate yourself, set goals, and accomplish tasks. The books here show children how others (some just like them!) learn to manage their emotions and reach their goals — whether large or small. This booklist is part of our Social-Emotional Learning series. This booklist is part of our Social-Emotional Learning series.
