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Why wouldn't you want a funny story? These are guaranteed to provoke giggles and snorts. 

We've selected some of our favorite poets to remind readers that summer is the time to slow down and savor the sounds of words. 

The pandemic habit that we hope will last—reading together! We pulled together some favorites that allow for exploration, discussion, or just lap time.

Aimed at infants and toddlers through elementary school students, these titles introduce topics such as intersectionality and privilege, with explanations that are age-appropriate and honest.

STEM picture books center science, math, and more to connect the dots for young readers.

Animal pals and a touch of magic infuse these books for kids who are drawn to the adaptation of Kate DiCamillo's Newbery winner about a girl and a squirrel who turns out to have superpowers.

The Jason Chin title earned the annual award for best STEM picture book.

Tricia Elam Walker was named the winner of the writer award for Nana Akua Goes to School. Heidi Woodward Sheffield won the award for illustrator for Brick by Brick.

A librarian and intellectual freedom advocate on Dr. Seuss, library policies, and cancel culture.