Educator Resources
Pre-K
Growing Reader
5 Ways To Use Jonathan London’s Froggy Series for Teaching
With stories full of laughs and relatable lessons, Froggy has proven to be a reliable favorite amongst preschoolers. Here are five ways Froggy books make excellent teaching titles in the classroom or for at-home learning.
Growing Reader
Tween
9 Baseball Books Kids Say Are Home Runs
Batter up! Looking for some great baseball books for kids? Check out these stories young readers are recommending to each other.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Books for a Better Planet! 18 Earth-Friendly Reads for Kids
Whether for Earth Day or every day, here are some great children’s books that encourage a love and stewardship of planet Earth.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Libraries Gone Wild! 13 Imaginative Picture Books About Libraries
From a storytime invaded by poultry to a school library guarded by a real-life dragon, these tales remind us that the library is a magical place full of possibility and fun.
Tween
How To Use Book Talks in the Classroom To Build Reading Excitement
While many readers find informal conversations about books rewarding, structured “book talks” are a powerful tool for convincing other readers to pick up a title, especially in the classroom.
Growing Reader
Tween
March Madness: 14 Terrific Books for Young Basketball Fans
Perfect for elementary or middle school kids, these 14 basketball books should captivate any young NBA hopeful.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Great Picture Books To Capture the Spirit of St. Patrick's Day
Shamrocks, leprechauns, and Irish folklore! These St. Patrick's Day books for kids make for a terrific storytime while capturing the spirit of the holiday.
Growing Reader
Tween
Tips and Tricks For Building Kids’ Reading Stamina
Research shows that the amount of reading time and reading volume significantly impacts kids’ reading success. These tips can help kids build their reading stamina.
Growing Reader
Too Cute! 13 Critter-Filled Chapter Books for Kids Who Love Animals
Emerging readers love books that feature cute, cuddly, and happy animals. These nine chapter books will fill the demands of critter-loving kids.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Black Boy Joy: 30 Picture Books Featuring Black Male Protagonists
Finding good, quality books featuring people of color can be a challenge. Here are 30 must-read stories with Black boys at the center.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
12 New Picture Books To Share With the Kids You Love This Valentine’s Day
To celebrate Valentine's Day, we've compiled a list of lovely stories that are perfect for gifting to children on February 14th and reading all year long.
Growing Reader
Tween
Great Greek Mythology Books for Kids
From immortal gods and heroes to unusual creatures and demigods, these Greek mythology books for children are filled with action, drama, and adventure.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Picture Books To Celebrate Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year kicks off on February 10th this year. In the spirit of celebration, here are some festive books to share with young readers.
Tween
15 Books That 9- to 12-Year-Old Boys Say Are Awesome
According to tween boys — both avid and reluctant readers — these books were so engaging they didn’t want to put them down. See which titles they raved about.
