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2020 Outstanding International Books List https://www.usbby.org/outstanding-international-books-list.…USBBY: "Beginning ...
02/08/2020

2020 Outstanding International Books List https://www.usbby.org/outstanding-international-books-list.…

USBBY: "Beginning in 2006, USBBY has selected an honor list of international books for young people. The USBBY Outstanding International Books List is published each year in the February issue of School Library Journal and as a bookmark.
The Outstanding International Books (OIB) committee is charged with selecting international books that are deemed most outstanding of those published during the calendar year. For the purposes of this honor list, the term "international book" is used to describe a book published or distributed in the United States that originated or was first published in a country other than the U.S."
To learn more about USBBY, visit them at: https://www.usbby.org OR on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/USBBYBooks/

2020 Outstanding International Books List https://www.usbby.org/outstanding-international-books-list.html

USBBY: "Beginning in 2006, USBBY has selected an honor list of international books for young people. The USBBY Outstanding International Books List is published each year in the February issue of School Library Journal and as a bookmark.

The Outstanding International Books (OIB) committee is charged with selecting international books that are deemed most outstanding of those published during the calendar year. For the purposes of this honor list, the term "international book" is used to describe a book published or distributed in the United States that originated or was first published in a country other than the U.S."

To learn more about USBBY, visit them at: https://www.usbby.org OR on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/USBBYBooks/

Happy World Read Aloud Day February 5th, 2020! What Will You Be Reading? :)
02/05/2020

Happy World Read Aloud Day February 5th, 2020!
What Will You Be Reading? :)

People would stand in line for days and pay hundreds of dollars if there were a pill that could do everything for a child that reading aloud does. It expands their interest in books, vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and attention span. Simply put, it’s a free oral vaccine for literacy. Jim Trel...

'A Parent’s Survival Guide to Reading the Same Picture Book for the 100th Time'
02/03/2020

'A Parent’s Survival Guide to Reading the Same Picture Book for the 100th Time'

When your kid wants to read the same story each night for weeks on end, turn to these ten strategies to make it through and still enjoy it afresh.

'Mark your calendar for World Read Aloud Day on February 5, 2020!'
02/03/2020

'Mark your calendar for World Read Aloud Day on February 5, 2020!'

It’s that special time of year to select a book, find a buddy, and read aloud!

'14 Books about Chinese New Year for Kids'
01/25/2020

'14 Books about Chinese New Year for Kids'

Review of 14 books about Chinese New Year for kids.

'18 Picture Books That Help Keep Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream Alive'
01/20/2020

'18 Picture Books That Help Keep Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Dream Alive'

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a great opportunity to talk to kids about important values like peace, perseverance, and racial equality. These books can help.

'Entrancing Poetry Picture Books'
01/20/2020

'Entrancing Poetry Picture Books'

Some of the best illustrated children’s books are not stories — they’re poems that use language, form and rhythm to let kids reflect, imagine and think.

01/20/2020

By the age of 104, most people would have had their fill of birthday presents. But Betty X. Davis isn’t most people. As her birthday approached in November, Davis sent out a call for presents – but not for herself. Rather, she sought donations of children’s books... ...

'A Year of Meaningful Reads: Brightly’s Monthly Themes'
01/20/2020

'A Year of Meaningful Reads: Brightly’s Monthly Themes'

Nothing brings families together quite like story time, so this year Brightly is encouraging parents and young readers alike to dive into books surrounding a particular theme each month.

Thanks to Sarah and Lisa's English for Young Learners Page for Sharing! :)
01/20/2020

Thanks to Sarah and Lisa's English for Young Learners Page for Sharing! :)

These stories feature messages of compassion, acceptance and inclusion.

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