Good Comics for Kids
Betsy Bird, December 16, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
There just aren't a lot of poetry collections out there. Fortunately, from the few that do exist, I've seen some really lovely stuff. Here's a selection of some great books.
Betsy Bird, December 15, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
Today I am saluting these little hero books. They not only took on the challenge of eschewing written communication, but they did so successfully and with aplomb. We should all be so talented.
Betsy Bird, December 14, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
A show of hands. How many of you consider this your favorite list? If so, I've good news for you. 2023 was a PARTICULARLY strong year in this category. Enjoy!
Betsy Bird, December 13, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
Today, you're going to witness some of the most interesting, original, and downright beautiful books of the year. They run the gamut from hilarious to tear-jerking.
Betsy Bird, December 12, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
If you like f-stops and apertures then you've come to the right place! Take a gander at those children's books brave enough to include photography in 2023.
Betsy Bird, December 11, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
How do you write a picture book with a message that isn't dull and preachy or didactic and poorly conceived? Let these books show the way.
Betsy Bird, December 10, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
While it may not win me any awards for literary excellence, here are the books that make you say, "UGH!!!" running a gamut of ages.
Betsy Bird, December 9, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
Scared of math? Let these books for kids win you over! Today we're talking unapologetically about math math math! Get it while it's hot!
Betsy Bird, December 8, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists
While there's nothing sadder than a picture book out-of-print, by the same token there should be nothing happier than an old book brought back to life! Enjoy such books today!
Betsy Bird, December 6, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
Today we celebrate the picture books that take a chance and try to be funny. Humor may be subjective, but these are pretty darn good!
Politics in Practice
by John Chrastka
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