Children"s Books From Picture Books to Chapter Books and More
Raising A Reader
Learn about some of the things you can do to encourage a love of books and reading and about some of the books and online resources available to assist you.
Fairy Tales, Folktales, and Fables
Fairy tales, folktales, and fables have been popular for centuries. Here you will find some excellent online resources, as well as some recommended children's books.
Picture Books
A good picture book combines words and pictures to tell a story that will engage a child's interest. Most adults can still tell you their favorite childhood picture book. Here is an overview of some special picture books and the publishers who publish them, information about the top award in the U.S. for picture book illustration and some recommended children's picture books.
Recommended Authors and Illustrators
You will recognize the names of a number of these talented authors and illustrators. Many of them have been writing and/or illustrating books for several generations. Do you recognize any authors or illustrators whose books you read as a child and your own children have also enjoyed them? You will also find the names of some new authors and illustrators that I hope to see creating children's books for years to come.
- Spotlight on Award-Winning Author Cynthia Rylant
- Hooray for Dr. Seuss
- The Artistry and Influence of Maurice Sendak
- All About the Berenstain Bears and Their Creators
- Beverly Cleary, Creator of Ramona Quimby
- Artist Jerry Pinkney and His Children's Picture Books
- The Magic of Ezra Jack Keats
- Mem Fox: Children's Author and Literacy Consultant
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