All it took was a laptop and a dream. Galley Cat reports Beth Reekles of South Wales has just signed a three-book deal with Random House Children. … More
Are Critics Wrong About Sheryl Sandberg’s “Lean In”?
When I heard Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg would be releasing a book that was designed to also start a movement toward more women leaders, I was eager to see if Sandberg’s message of “leaning in” would resonate with me.
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Why Dora Isn’t Enough: Introducing Foreign Languages to Your Child
I'm not a native English speaker. My parents are from the Dominican Republic and raised me in a Spanish-speaking household. I didn't learn English until I was about eight years old. Though it was difficult ... More
Our Favorite Kids’ Books for Women’s History Month
Get little historians of both genders excited about Women’s History Month with some of these inspiring titles for kids…. More
Meet the Mom Behind the Honest Toddler
If you’re not following the Honest Toddler on Twitter, you should be. This parody account tells us what kids are really thinking about everything from lunch to nap time. … More
Creators of Second Life Launch Storytelling App
Linden Labs just launched Versu, an iOS app that puts a new spin on reading, App Newser blog announced…. More
13 African-American Books That Every Child Should Read
In celebration of Black History Month, MommyNoire’s editors have compiled 13 early reader and young adult books that every child should be encouraged to read. Did your favorite childhood book make the list? … More
Wendy McKenzie, a Mom with Vision
Wendy McKenzie has vision. Over the last decade she has lent her expertise to music videos and hit movies, casting newcomers who make a big impression…. More
17 Sweet Sentiments from Some of the Most Cherished Children’s Books Ever
Now that election season is finally over and we’ve heard the last of the mudslinging and attack ads (hopefully), get your woo-sah on with some sweet sentiments from a few of the most cherished children’s books of all time.
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Red Riding Hood’s Alcoholism, Interracial Rabbit Relationships & Other Ridiculous Reasons Books Have Been Banned
It’s Banned Books Week, and in celebration of our freedom to read, we’re taking a look back at some of the most popular literary classics – new and old – that were challenged, censored, and in some cases, pulled off the shelves. And you won’t believe which ones made the list! What makes these titles so taboo, and how many are in your child’s library?… More
