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A child's first haircut is a big deal—sometimes scary and always exciting. Here are 13 books that can be shared with kids in advance of their first “big chop.”

This roundup includes picture books for older readers, works that celebrate family and friendship, and inspirational tales for children that you'll want to add to your Spanish-language collections.

The author of the Schneider Family Book Award-winning novel Show Me a Sign recommends four recent releases.

The start of a new school year can be scary for all students, but especially younger ones. Share these stories to help them laugh, find someone who understands what they’re feeling, and give them tools to help navigate the new year.

After the flat screens and glitchy technology of the last several months, in-person story times are back, with all the dynamism of live theater. We've got the read-alouds; storytellers, get ready for your close-up!

SLJ is publishing lists all summer long—from family stories to mysteries to teen reads. Here's some of our favorite picture book biographies, from inventors and engineers to scientists and artists. The individuals profiled in these captivating read-alouds will inspire young readers (and their grown-ups).

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.