January 23, 2026 by Betsy Bird
To wrap up our Pooh coverage, we end today with two Winnie-related releases and what they have to say about the silly old bear in the 21st century.
January 22, 2026 by Betsy Bird
Meet Lottie: My nemesis. For several years I was at war with this sweet little pearl-wearing otter. Sit back, kids. because I've a tale to tell.
January 19, 2026 by Betsy Bird
In celebration of Winnie-the-Pooh's 100 anniversary, we're taking the week to consider his legacy. Today's tales concern the complicated feelings Pooh's creators felt towards him when his success became extraordinary, as well as the later fights over where he'd make his permanent home.
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January 12, 2026 by Betsy Bird
What if you could assign any illustrator to any out-of-print children's book?
January 6, 2026 by Betsy Bird
With absolutely ZERO experience ever deciding a Sibert Medal or honorees, but with a full-blooded appreciation for informational books for kids in all their glory, here's what I'm loving right now and what I think has a fightin' chance.
December 3, 2025 by Betsy Bird
Tis a gift to be simple, so that's what we're celebrating today! Enjoy these picture books for our younger readers, one and all.
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November 18, 2025 by Betsy Bird
My pettiest post returns!
November 10, 2025 by Betsy Bird
And the official trend of 2025 children's literature is... gushy yellow fruit for the win!
October 7, 2025 by Betsy Bird
Yet another preview of books from small publishers! Today we examine sign language board books, Harriet Tubman's life told in poems, and so much more including (naturally) the robot revolution.
September 29, 2025 by Betsy Bird
With Robert Munsch in the news lately, we thought it an opportune time to visit one of his lesser known titles.
Teen Librarian Toolbox
by Amanda MacGregor
Politics in Practice
by John Chrastka
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