Picture Books


  1. What does your toddler learn from her imagination?

    MadeForMums &bull Dec 15, 2011

    Does your child invite her imaginary friend for tea, or create weird and wonderful splodge paintings? The development of your child's brain during her toddler years is miraculous - and you can really help. So all that pretend play, painting, chatting to an imaginary friend and gurgling away to you is really good for her. What she's learning: "This is an early example of her developing imagination," explains Dr Pretorius. "Pretend play helps your child make sense of the world around her.… Full Story »

  2. One Very Possible and Very Festive2011 Holiday Illustration Before Breakfast #8

    Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast &bull Dec 14, 2011

    On Christmas Eve, the time came to light the National Christmas Tree, and Winston joined Franklin for the occasion. A great crowd had gathered on the lawn, and the warm and comforting sounds of carols drifted on the cold night… Full Story »


  3. The Polar Express - A Christmas Classic

    About.com Children's Books &bull Dec 13, 2011

    It's hard to believe that The Polar Express , the award-winning Christmas picture book by Chris Van Allsburg, has been around since 1985. This heartwarming story about a young boy, ... Read Full Post Full Story »

  4. Mary Engelbreit's Nutcracker and Other Christmas Picture Books

    About.com Children's Books &bull Dec 9, 2011

    If you're a fan of Mary Engelbreit's illustrations, as I am, you'll be pleased to know that she has a new children's Christmas picture book, Mary Engelbreit's Nutcracker , a festively ... Read Full Post Full Story »

  5. Understanding images starts early

    Reading Rockets: Page by Page &bull Dec 7, 2011

    I enjoy reading, sharing, and sometimes just thinking about picture books. There's been a lot written about them lately; some people are even calling for their demise. But I know better. They help children understand their world. I was reminded… Full Story »

  6. What I'm Doing at Kirkus This Week Very Possible and Very Festive2011 Holiday Illustrations Before Breakfast #2

    Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast &bull Dec 2, 2011

    While Adelaide hopped, Kathryn sang. Just then a big dog came along. He barked at Adelaide. 'WOOF! WOOF!' It scared Adelaide. She had never seen such a big dog before. High into the air she leaped. Then she hopped down the street at top speed. But Adelaide was… Full Story »

  7. Wish Jan Brett A Happy Birthday!

    About.com Children's Books &bull Dec 1, 2011

    Artist and author Jan Brett was born December 1, 1949. Celebrate her birthday week by reading one of her many books and by sending her birthday greetings. In honor of the season, why not share her new picture book, Home… Full Story »

  8. "Love loves difficult things":Peter Sis' Conference of the Birds

    Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast &bull Nov 22, 2011

    (Click to enlarge) If you're a regular reader here at 7-Imp, you're most likely a devoted follower of children's picture books and contemporary illustration. This also means you likely know the work of author/illustrator Peter Sis - and probably know… Full Story »


  9. More Children's Books for Thanksgiving

    About.com Children's Books &bull Nov 21, 2011

    I've added two more picture books to my list of brief summaries of some of the best children's books for Thanksgiving ... Read Full Post Full Story »

  10. Monica Edinger: A Great New Kids' Book on the Creation of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons

    Huffington Post - Parenting &bull Nov 16, 2011

    Melissa Sweet's new children's book, Balloons over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy's Parade , uses brilliant illustrations to help tell the story of character balloon inventor Tony Sarg, the man behind the iconic Thanksgiving parade. Read… Full Story »

  11. Picture books in science class

    Reading Rockets: Sound it Out &bull Nov 15, 2011

    Along with her background as a researcher, writer, and teacher, Joanne Meier is a mom. Join Joanne every week as she shares her experiences raising her own young readers, and guides parents and teachers on the best practices in reading.… Full Story »

  12. Picture Books: Mooing Babies, Blue Poultry, Sailing Cats, and More

    Chicken Spaghetti &bull Nov 14, 2011

    E-mergency! An alphabet book with a hilarious twist: E is injured and out of commission for a while. O must fill in, leading to newspaper headlines like "Man Bitos Dog!" Blue Chicken. An unfinished picture + a curious chicken +… Full Story »


  13. Home for Christmas by Jan Brett

    About.com Children's Books &bull Nov 12, 2011

    Because of the number of children's books for the holidays that I want you to be aware of, I am beginning now to highlight recent books for kids and teens that are either about the holidays or would make good… Full Story »

  14. 'Where Are We Going?'

    Daddy Types &bull Nov 8, 2011

    By the time I finished reading Raul Gutierrez's awesome post, I'd completely forgotten that I'd been surprised to find out he and Tina Roth Eisenberg of Swiss Miss shared a studio. Small Victories [mexicanpictures via swiss miss ] Previous Raul… Full Story »


  15. Publishers Weekly's Best Picture Books 2011

    Apartment Therapy ohdeedoh &bull Nov 8, 2011

    Publishers Weekly just released their list of the best books of the year including 11 picture books for children. We were pleased to see several we've reviewed ourselves including Jon Klassen's I Want My Hat Back, Press Here by Herve… Full Story »

  16. What I'm Doing at Kirkus This Week,Plus What I Did Last Week, Featuring Steven Withrow

    Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast &bull Nov 4, 2011

    Banner, created by Rob Dunlavey, for the site ofPoetry Advocates for Children & Young Adults This morning over at Kirkus I shine the spotlight on Norton Juster's new picture book, Neville, illustrated by G. Brian Karas. The link is here.… Full Story »


  17. Too Many Pumpkins: A Good Book for Fall

    About.com Children's Books &bull Oct 31, 2011

    Happy Halloween to all of you who are celebrating today! Although Halloween is a part of the picture book Too Many Pumpkins , the focus of this heartwarming story is ... Read Full Post Full Story »

  18. Let's leave the fun in learning

    Reading Rockets: Page by Page &bull Oct 28, 2011

    A staff member at a child care center I visited this week looked at me very skeptically when I said that we were going to have a good time together. I was there to introduce the staff to children's books… Full Story »

  19. What I'm Doing at Kirkus This Week,Plus What I Did Last Week, Featuring Holly Meade

    Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast &bull Oct 28, 2011

    This morning over at Kirkus, I shine the spotlight on Steven Withrow's worthy new venture, Poetry Advocates for Children & Young Adults, or PACYA. My Q with Withrow about PACYA is here, and next week I'll have a bit more… Full Story »


  20. Recommended! A Picture Book Biography of the Statue of Liberty

    About.com Children's Books &bull Oct 27, 2011

    Ever since I first visited the Statue of Liberty as a very young child, I have been fascinated by it. When I read Lady Liberty: A Biography , I was ... Read Full Post Full Story »

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