By Conni Strittmatter, Children’s Librarian, Baltimore County Public Library In the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month and the strides for justice made by those before us. In honor of these brave individuals, enjoy these tales of coming together, fighting for what you believe or maybe even just …
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Relish the Art of Reading Nurture your children’s creativity with tales to delight young artisans
Board Book “123s of Art” by Sabrina Hahn Pairing famous artworks and numbers 1 to 20, this book offers opportunities to practice counting and introduces readers to art from around the world. The book is laid out with one page of text per number; the following page offers a …
Read More »Here’s What We’re Loving for Kids This Month Editor's Picks for March 2022
By: Elena Epstein, Director of the National Parenting Product Awards; for more product reviews, visit nappaawards.com. PJ Library Presents Podcasts: “Afternoons with Mimi” and “Beyond the Bookcase” Discover two new podcasts from the beloved organization that has shared free children’s books with Jewish values throughout the world. Well-known tales …
Read More »Books About Growing Up and Giving Back 10 Empowering Tales for Kids and Teens
Introduce your children to preschool and charitable giving with this month’s selections — Conni L. Strittmatter/Baltimore County Public Library Youth & Family Engagement Manager Board Books “Sad, Sad Bear” by Kimberly Gee Do you have little ones who are sad about going to day care for the first time? …
Read More »‘It’s Not Just a Book’: Maryland Book Bank Provides Choice and Opportunity Students gain confidence on the path to proficient reading through the statewide program
On a school day in October, Glenmount Elementary/Middle librarian Erin Hauser is grabbing as many books as she can carry from the Ravens Bookmobile—at least 50 or 60, she says. Other teachers at the Baltimore City school are doing the same. It’s one of many opportunities they have to …
Read More »Schooltime Stories and Spooky Tales Conjure Up Reading Adventures With These 10 Books
Make back to school and Halloween memorable with these spirited book selections. Board Books “Happy Halloween, Daniel Tiger!” by Angela C. Santomero Fans of “Mister Rogers Neighborhood” will enjoy reading about Daniel Tiger and his neighborhood as they prepare for Halloween. Daniel Tiger and his neighbors are dressing up …
Read More »5 Helpful Halloween Books for Kids Teach your kids about outside appearances, disguises and costumes with the following Halloween-themed tales.
“Go Away, Big Green Monster!” by Ed Emberley This classic interactive book has been helping children come to terms with their bedtime fears for more than 25 years. The storyline supports the idea that our imagination can make up things to scare us, but we have the power to eliminate …
Read More »A Conversation with Children’s Book Author Laura Numeroff
New York Times best-selling children’s book author Laura Numeroff is best known for the series based on her book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. First printed in 1985, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” continues to be loved by children across the generations.. The fourth book in the series, …
Read More »Celebrate Art in All Its Forms 10 Books to Inspire Children’s Interest in the Arts
Learn about the value of creative expression with this month’s selections. Board Books ‘Nature: Early Learning at the Museum’ by Nosy Crow, illustrated by the Trustees of The British Museum Toddlers will love learning with this beautiful and engaging book that uses items contained in The British Museum. Each page …
Read More »Meet Baltimore Children’s Book Illustrator Susan Detwiler
Susan Detwiler grew up in Maryland and lives in Baltimore with her husband and two sons. In addition to her work as a children’s book illustrator, Detwiler has created illustrations for advertising, merchandise and greeting cards. Her work has been commissioned by many local businesses and institutions, including Baltimore Precision …
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