Book Picks and News
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Everything I Know About Life I Learned from Picture Books
For Family Literacy Day: these books are not just for the kids, and they've affirm to me some of the most important lessons I've learned in my life.
Books for the Holidays: For Kids
We've got books under the tree for all the types on your list this season.
Books of the Year: For Young Readers
Middle Grade and Young Adult Top Picks of 2016.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: On Empathy
Books that encourage young readers to relate to and connect with others.
CCBC Awards: Seeds of a Story (Part Two)
Authors of Canada's most celebrated new kids' books share the inspirations for their work.
CCBC Awards: Seeds of a Story
Nominees for the top kids' book awards in Canada share the inspiration for their celebrated works.
Illustrator Gallery: Geraldo Valério and Canadian Wildlife on the Loose
A selection of spreads from Moose, Goose, Animals on the Loose!
Stepping Stones: A Transnational Literary Journey
Margriet Ruurs on creating Stepping Stones, a book that's changing the world.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: On Responsibility
With great power comes...
Our Children's Librarian columnist, Julie Booker, brings us a new view from the stacks every month.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Food Books
Our Children's Librarian columnist, Julie Booker, brings us a new view from the stacks every month.