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Children’s Books Feature Writer: Michael Jung

Whether you're a librarian, teacher, parent, book buyer, or someone who just loves children's books, you'll find a wealth of resources here with our book reviews, author interviews, and articles on children's literature.

Read about new classics such as Neil Gaiman's Coraline. Re-discover forgotten favorites like L. Frank Baum's Ozma of Oz. Or travel with Bill Bryson on a fascinating tour through space and time with his nonfiction book A Really Short History of Nearly Everything.

From picture books to YA novels, fairy tales to reference books, Roald Dahl to J.K. Rowling, you're bound to find something here to help kids love reading!

Participate in children's book discussions at my blog.

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Latest articles in Children’s Books

 		Interview with Children's Picture Book Author Lisa Wheeler
In an interview with Suite101, picture book author Lisa Wheeler discusses the best part of writing children's books, her favorite place to write, and more.
Steam Train Tales: From Harry Potter to the Railway Children
Steam trains and stories go together naturally. From "The Railway Children" to the Hogwarts Express, tales with trains have a special magic all their own
Funny Books for Kids: The Bagthorpe Saga, Helen Creswell – Review
Helen Cresswell wrote ten Bagthorpe novels, funny books for kids and adults alike. But why are they so hilarious? The author's genius is in the language.
The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan - Book Review
Experience the long awaited battle between Kronos and his monster army and Percy Jackson and the Olympians in Rick Riordan's final book, The Last Olympian.
Desmond Tutu's Children of God Storybook Bible
The Desmond Tutu Children's Bible, the world's biggest children's Bible project, was launched at the Cape Town Book Fair on 30 July 2010.
Where to find Children's Books Online - Free, Educational and Fun
Whether new or classic children's literature, here's where to find some great kids books online. Improve literacy and have story-time fun on the computer!
The Fact behind the Fiction – Children's Popular Stories
Like nursery rhymes, popular children's stories are not necessarily what they appear to be. Instead, they may be a way of explaining science or history in s
The Fact Behind the Fiction: Children's Nursery Rhymes
Nursery rhymes are much more than a reminder of the world of childish fantasy. They reflect some of history's most unpleasant real-life experiences.
Big Max: The World's Greatest Detective!
A review of Kin Platt's classic mystery story for children. Big Max is part of the I Can Read!® book series from publisher HarperCollins.
Read Children's Books Online for Free
Thousands of digital children's books are housed online and can be read for free right from home, making reading an affordable hobby for all kids.
Great Children's Audio Books: The Patchwork Girl of Oz
A great unabridged audio book on CD introduces kids to both the Land of Oz and the world of oral storytelling.
The Battle of the Labyrinth by Rick Riordan - Book Review
Rick Riordan's bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians books just keep getting better and better.
Kane Miller Offers Many Multicultural Picture Books for Kids
From the hilarious adventures of a British church mouse to the daily activities of an Israeli girl, Kane Miller/EDC shares stories from many countries.
Great Books for Kids with Mouse Heroes
Like stories about tiny heroes living in a giant world? These great books for kids about mice heroes offer lots of adventure and comedy.
Great Picture and Audio Books for Kids About Toy Animals
Like stories about the secret lives of toys? Here are reviews of some new picture and audio books for kids about toy animals that young readers will love.
The Best of Harry Potter's World According to a 12-Year-Old
When you live, breathe and sleep Harry Potter as this 12-year-old fan does, be prepared for an onslaught of words that most adults cannot even pronounce.
The Dragon and the Turtle
Roger and Padraig discover what it takes to be a friend in this inspirational picture book.
I, Q (Book Two: The White House) by Roland Smith
Q. and Angela's adventures continue in this thrill filled book for young Adults.
Seeing Nature and Life Through the Eyes of Byrd Baylor
In her prose poetry, children's book author Byrd Baylor evokes the landscape of the Southwest in its haunting stillness, power and beauty.
Multicultural Library: Books About Haiti
Teachers and parents can introduce children and young adults to the vibrant island of Haiti through the work of these internationally recognized authors.
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