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It begins! I split today's list into books for babies on the one hand and toddler/preschoolers on the other. Enjoy these beautiful board books today

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Post-it Note Reviews are a great way to display books in your library or classroom, a way to let kids recommend their favorite titles without having to get up in front of everyone and do a book talk, and an easy way to offer a more personal recommendation than just the flap copy offers.

The post Post-It Note Reviews: Gary Paulsen’s memoir, Huda F Are You?, Other Boys, and more appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.

It's Giving Tuesday! Here are some bookish nonprofits to support.

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If I care too much about the placement of knitting needles in children's books, would you call me "knit-picky"? Or would you simply kill me for that terrible pun? Today I celebrate the people who draw with care, and sob over those that don't.

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It’s almost time for my annual contribution to capitalism. Thaaaaaat's right! December comes tomorrow and that marks the start of my 31 Days, 31 Lists sequence!

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Dad BakesWritten and Illustrated by Katie YamasakiPublished by Norton Young Readers, October 2021ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1324015413Grades PreK and Up Dad Bakes is for “[a]ll of the families impacted by incarceration who I’ve painted with through the years” writes muralist and book creator Katie Yamasaki. Illustrated in bright, saturated colors, this tender story begins with four muralistic […]

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It’s time for our final round of nominations, a little early so we can make our Heavy Medal Book List. Select your final top two children’s books of the year by Saturday, December 4th and we’ll add them to our nominations list.

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Check out this week's new comics, manga, and graphic novel releases from Diamond Distributors featuring The Creepy Case Files of Margo Maloo Volume 3 The Tangled Web from First Second and Yummy Volume 1 A History of Desserts from Random House Graphic.

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Teen Librarian Karen Jensen highlights 5 titles that hit the sweet spot for readers in between middle grade and young adult

The post Take 5: Great Reads for Younger YA, or Upper Middle Grade – whatever it is we are calling 12-14 year olds these days appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.

I am so glad that not only are we seeing so many more middle grade stories that address mental health concerns, but that we're seeing these stories presented in a variety of ways. The graphic novel format is well-suited for this story as readers will see the impact of what it's like to have a mental illness tagging along beside your every move.

The post Book Review: Living with Viola by Rosena Fung appeared first on Teen Librarian Toolbox.

A look back at three of my favorite posts of the past month.

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If you'd like to hear two daughters ribbing their mom, this is the podcast episode for YOU! Our mother joins us today to discuss Donald Hall's Caldecott winner.

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Can you guess the children’s book by its scathing one-star review on Goodreads?

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Listen to the latest episode of The Yarn podcast, featuring Amy Timberlake.

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COLBY: I had a blast chatting with Ame Timberlake about her new book Egg Marks the Spot. She is such an interesting and unique human. I could have chatted with her for hours. Be sure to check out the episode below. Subscribe below to catch every episode of The Yarn: iTunes Spotify Stitcher

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COLBY: I had a blast chatting with Amy Timberlake about her new book Egg Marks the Spot. She is such an interesting and unique human. I could have chatted with her for hours. Be sure to check out the episode below. Subscribe below to catch every episode of The Yarn: iTunes Spotify Stitcher

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On this Flashback Friday of the holiday weekend, let's take inspiration from the Newbery symposium and come up with some fun Newbery themed desserts. What's your favorite? Crown: an Ode to the Rice Krispy? or Last Call for Whipped Cream?

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There are possibilities galore in this latest offering from Fishman & Bagley. I talk to the creators of WHEN I WAKE UP about their influences and their work.

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A new character is coming to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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As we approach the season where people express gratitude, Teen Librarian Christine Lively expresses gratitude for the teens who continue to revolt against injustice in the midst of difficult times.

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