Best picture books, chapter books, young adult books, graphic novels and non fiction for kids.
Today, I was inspired by I See the Sun in the USA by Dedie King to do a post on family tree books for kids. I never had family trees beyond my immediate family as a school project, nor did my kids. I have been trying to capture this information by videotaping my mother and my…
Andrea Wang and I have an Asian Culture and KidLit series. Today, I am releasing the cover of my debut picture book, Sumo Joe, illustrated by debut picture book illustrator Nat Iwata. I want everyone to meet my awesome illustrator, Nat Iwata, so I have interviewed him below. Asian Culture and KidLit series with…
I love this board book series set in the British Museum. I was fortunate to have visited The British Museum years ago so it brought back fond memories. A half-day is not enough time though and I’d love to go back so armchair traveling will have to suffice through these books. I’m giving away the…
As the daughter of a Chinese immigrant, I feel compelled to write in support of Amélie Wen Zhao. She immigrated to the U.S. at age 18 from China. Chasing her dreams, she wrote while a professional in finance, and won from a YA Pitch on Twitter, a 3 book deal from Delacourt worth in the neighborhood…
When we grow up, some might think that we’ve outgrown children’s books but we’ve missed some great classics from childhood. It’s never too late! Many librarians think that insights into hidden messages in children’s literature can really only be understood by adults. Here’s a list of the books from childhood which may reopen your eyes on what…
I thought this article, What makes a good Newbery novel?, from The Horn Book really nailed the definition of a Newbery book: “At the heart of every Newbery is a remarkable character.” “Rich, textured, fascinating worlds — stages on which wonderfully original characters can play. And live out their usually most unusual lives.” “Character and…
I made a mid-year Caldecott and Geisel 2019 Prediction list (which is new for me! I’m normally not that organized to get a list out mid-year!). I haven’t read enough easy readers to add to my Geisel list but I did judge the first round Cybils Awards Picture Books and Board Books. I read about…