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Betsy Bird, December 19, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
Some of these books you will know, but I guarantee that there will be at least one on this list that is new to you. Humor me. You're gonna love 'em.
Betsy Bird, December 18, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists, Best Books, Best Books of 2023
BOTH easy books and early chapter books are the hardest types of titles to write for kids. That's why it gives me so much pleasure to present you today with this incredible list of really and truly magnificent examples of the form.
Betsy Bird, December 17, 2023 | 31 Days 31 Lists
Today's crop of books push envelopes. Try new things. Sometimes they succeed, sometimes they fail, but they are never boring.
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 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!
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