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Found You

“Found You! is a thoughtful examination of how powerful it can be to spend time by ourselves and recognize our autonomy, but also how important it is to know we’re never truly alone.”

—The New York Times Book Review

Catch!

Charlesbridge stands with the book community to uplift all voices and protect all Americans’ First Amendment rights.

Meeting Readers Where They'reAt

Megan Dowd Lambert, author of Reading Picture Books with Children joins the "Meeting Readers Where They're At" discussion. 


Here come the holiday gift round-ups!

Gingerbread Dreidels appears in the Denton Record-Chronicle's "Children's books that are just right for the holidays—all of them."
How to Explain Climate Science to a Grown-Up appears in Tech-Savvy Mama's "Best STEM Gifts"

Popo is a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2025! This highly selective honor recognizes excellence in children's books from this year.

Learn more here.

Zero! and From BAM to BURP have made the SLJ Best Books of 2025—an honor that celebrates the joy of reading and its impact on the next generation of readers.

Learn more here.

Tune in to Nonfiction Kid Lit Craft Conversations for an amazing podcast interview with author Melissa Stewart.

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Check out author Megan Clendenan's interview on Digging in the Dirt with Tom Anderson, director of communications at the CT Audobon Society!

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Meet author Valerie Bolling on The Children's Book Podcast with Matthew Winner!

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Stars of 2025!

Zero!
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★ ". . . fun and fascinating. . ."
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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★". . . unique and attractive. . ."
—Booklist, starred review

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★". . . an epic story of the little nothing that could. . ."

—School Library Journal, starred review

CeeCee
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★ ". . . amplifies courage and perseverance. . ."

—School Library Journal, starred review

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★ "Rewarding, potent, and wholly original."

—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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★ "[An] immersive tribute to determination, community alliance, and self-knowledge."

—Publishers Weekly, starred review

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★ "[An] excellent, exciting and informative intersection of fairy tale and—as back matter further illuminates—real history. "

—BookPage, starred review

Popo the Xolo
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★ "Gently magnificent."

—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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★ "This is a triumphant, moving reflection on death that pays meaningful homage to Indigenous Mexican culture."

—Booklist, starred review

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★ ". . . a luminous tale of comfort."

—Publishers Weekly, starred review

Wanda Hears the Stars
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★ "Readers will walk away inspired by the world around them and Díaz Merced’s creativity and determination.
Recommended for all libraries."

—School Library Journal, starred review

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★ ". . . brilliantly conveyed . . ."

—Booklist, starred review

Just in Case
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★ "This tale has an unusual ecological theme that makes seed preservation not only an essential task, but sacred one. A must-have story for all libraries."

—School Library Journal, starred review

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★ ". . . doesn’t shy away from why we need to take such good care to protect the seeds , , , but the tone in words and pictures remains calm and reassuring."

—Horn Book, starred review

Women on a Mision
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★ "Inspiring for all, but especially for STEM students."

—Booklist, starred review

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★ "A remarkable tribute to those who made space travel possible in unexpected ways, this is a highly recommended STEM purchase to inspire a new generation of women."

—School Library Journal, starred review

catch
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★ ". . . playfully conceptual. . . "

—Publishers Weekly, starred review

Not a dog
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★ "A celebration of environmental action. . ."

—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

From BAM to BURP
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". . . infused with the author’s friendly and humorous tone. . . . Highly recommended for science and literacy programs."

—School Library Journal, starred review

Picking tea with baba
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★ ". . . joyful and dignified. . ."

—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

The Treasure Hunt
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"This deft blend of history, mystery, and code-cracking is sure to delight young sleuths."

—Booklist, starred review

Werewolf Hamlet
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★ ". . . a story that is rich in wise insights. . ."

—Booklist, starred review

3 Weeks in the Rainforest
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★ "Rich in detail, lively, and enthralling."

—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Heartfelt Holiday Reads

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Take a peek between the pages!

Between The Pages is a podcast that gets you deeper into what authors do behind the scenes! Learn more about the process of making a book, the craft of writing, and the fun that happens along the way.