Daryl Grabarek

The need for engaging books for the very youngest children has seldom been higher. From small-format, wordless books to those filled with fascinating details, recent board books allow children to investigate the world around them without leaving familiar surroundings.

Meg Medina, Jason Chin, Nikki Grimes, and other creators discuss how quarantine life has impacted their imaginations and work.

The multi-talented 2020 Edwards Award winner is interviewed by legendary comic artist Stan Mack. 

From gymnast Simone Biles to astronaut Ellen Ochoa, author Beverly Cleary, and many more, these titles span generations and subjects and offer insight into the lives of women who have made their mark on the world.

The latest in the developer's transportation series provides templates for viewers to get their app designs rolling.

Holiday anticipation can wreak havoc on bedtime routines. Deck your seasonal book displays with titles that will lull young children to sleep when all else fails.

Children should be encouraged to look closely at the world around them and ask questions. These recently published titles for preschool and early elementary students will do just that as they build a solid foundation for STEM work and wonderings.

Twenty-one exemplary titles made SLJ's list of the best picture books published in 2019.

Make room on your read-aloud shelves for titles that will ignite discussions about contemporary issues, highlight little-known true stories, and tug on the heartstrings.