Hidden Historical Fiction Gems for Tweens
Check out these six eye-opening titles focused on historical events that have been less covered in youth literature.
NaNoWriMo
It’s National Novel Writing Month! Get some motivation for this year or inspiration for next year’s challenge with these young adult fiction books about teen writers, journalists, and poets. You … Continued
Here to Help: Health & Wellness
These books can help kids explore feelings around staying healthy, visiting doctors, and more.
Topside
Check out the YA graphic novel, “Topside” if you like sci-fi adventure and interesting characters.
Crack the Code
As the weather turns colder, it is the perfect time for puzzles and games. Puzzles help children build necessary skills, like problem solving, concentration, and reasoning. Filled with secret codes and puzzling mysteries, these titles will keep aspiring spies and coders busy for days.
Folktales & Legends
As the days become shorter, the nights grow longer. Autumn evenings are perfect for sharing folktales and ghost stories.
Thrilling Ghost Stories for Teens
Welcome the Halloween season with these unique, thrilling and chilling ghost stories, perfect for teens.
Not-So-Scary Ghost Stories
These picture books are great for young kids who are interested in scary books. Books are an excellent way to deal with things that might scare us. They have the power to expose children to powerful emotions and allow them to grapple with their own fears in safety.
Feelings
How do you feel? Learning to identify emotions is an essential skill for young children. When children can understand their own feelings, as well as the feelings of the people around them, they are able to thrive socially. Having well developed emotional awareness will eventually prepare children for success in a classroom setting, so here are some CLP “feelings favorites” to help support this important learning.
Honoring Indigenous Peoples
U.S. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is recognized and celebrated on the second Monday of October. This day is an opportunity to commemorate Native American peoples and their history, and recognizes the … Continued