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Oscars of Kids Books (III): The Caldecott Medal

Posted on February 4, 2017 Leave a Comment

The American Library Association awards contd…Here are the 2017 winners and honorees of the Randolph Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children. Read more…Oscars of Kids Books (III): The Caldecott Medal

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Filed Under: Books Tagged With: 3yr+, 4yr+, 5yr+, 6yr+, 7yr+, 8yr+, 9yr+, awards, Caldecott, illustrated, picture book

The eclectic Ed Emberly: Until April 9, 2017 at the Worcester Art Museum

Posted on January 26, 2017 Leave a Comment

For all those who love children’s book illustrations – an exhibit not to miss.

The Worcester Art Museum, in Worcester, Massachusetts, is celebrating the extraordinary talent and range of children’s book author and illustrator Ed Emberly. Kahbahbloom: The Art and Storytelling of Ed Emberly is a comprehensive retrospective of some 50 years of his work, with original art on display for admirers, and reading and art activities for kids. Read more…The eclectic Ed Emberly: Until April 9, 2017 at the Worcester Art Museum

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Filed Under: Events Tagged With: 4yr+, 5yr+, 6yr+, 7yr+, 8yr+, beginning chapter books, board book, cartooning, drawing, illustrated, picture book, read aloud

Belmont Family Film Festival (Jan 13-16 2017): Where Books Come Alive!

Posted on January 12, 2017 Leave a Comment

Boston-area families! Looking for something fun to do together this weekend? Consider the 14th annual Belmont Family Festival (also known as the Belmont World Film Festival), which runs from January 13-16, 2017.

The theme for the festival this year is “Where Books Come Alive.” Some of the films will be world premiers and many of the featured films will be based on children’s books.  Read more…Belmont Family Film Festival (Jan 13-16 2017): Where Books Come Alive!

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Filed Under: Events Tagged With: board book, classics, movie, picture book

Book review: Ricky Ricotta’s Mighty Robot

Posted on January 4, 2017 Leave a Comment

Title: Ricky Ricotta’s Mighty Robot
Author: Dav Pilkey
Illustrator: Dan Santat
Format: Book series (9 books)
Age group: 5+

Poor Squeakyville! This town and its mousey inhabitants seem perpetually on the hit-list of some mad scientist or colony-craving alien. Luckily for Squeakyville, one of its littlest residents – boy-mouse Ricky Ricotta – has teamed up with his best buddy, The Mighty Robot, to hold chaos at bay. From facing down school bullies, to combatting all manner of mutants from around the planetary system, Ricky and his Robot embark on 9, action-packed adventures.  Read more…Book review: Ricky Ricotta’s Mighty Robot

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Filed Under: Books, Reviews Tagged With: 5yr+, 6yr+, 7yr+, 8yr+, beginning chapter books, friendship, picture book, read aloud, reluctant readers, robots

Here’s looking at you, Brown Bear!

Posted on September 26, 2016 Leave a Comment

Head to Amherst, MA by October 9 to hunt for a very special Brown Bear and his friends. They’ll be waiting for you in popular spots all over town. Hike Bare Mountain (to see Brown Bear), wander through wildflowers at Hampshire College (to see Red Bird), or eat at a Black Sheep Deli (to see Black Sheep)…and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the beloved classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See. Organized by the Eric Carle Museum, this pop-up exhibition and scavenger hunt celebrates the book that launched Eric Carle’s amazing career as an illustrator.  Read more…Here’s looking at you, Brown Bear!

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Books dominated the gifts my boys received this Christmas 2018. Between aunts and uncles, grandparents, parents and Santa, the boys made out like very successful book bandits indeed. I would have been very jealous about their haul, except that my own gifts included some great books too. Read more…Book Bonanza 2

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Give me Smore: a science magazine for girls (and boys)

Magazine subscriptions are a great way to engage reluctant readers. Magazines provide content in bite-sized chunks; almost always contain wonderful photographs, graphics, and comics; and include ideas for hands-on activities. There’s also nothing quite like the feeling of getting something fun in the mail every month with your name on it.

I recently came across a children’s magazine, a newbie on the scene, that I wanted to share with you: Smore Magazine. Read more…Give me Smore: a science magazine for girls (and boys)

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Funny guys, great advice

A few days ago I attended “Guys Read: How to Get and Keep Boys Reading,” a wonderful event hosted at “An Unlikely Story,” Jeff Kinney’s gorgeous bookstore in Plainville, Massachusetts.

The evening was a chance to hear from a great line-up of authors beloved by most boys. Read more…Funny guys, great advice

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