Book-A-Day Almanac
Discover the stories behind the children’s book classics and the new books on their way to becoming classics.
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The Lightning Thief
Elementary School, Fantasy, Middle SchoolAround this time of year we celebrate the longest day of the year, the summer solstice. This date looms large for the hero of our featured book, a kid who just can’t get a break. He’s never seen his father and lives with an odious and repellent stepfather when not away at boarding school for […]
Adventure, Magic, Mythology, Seasons, SummerFeatured on June 21
Daily children’s book recommendations and events from Anita Silvey.
Discover the stories behind the children’s book classics . . .
The new books on their way to becoming classics . . .
And events from the world of children’s books—and the world at large.
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