Inside Scoop: What’s NEW in KidLit

Exclusive SNEAK PEEK: DC COMICS middle-grade graphic novel: ANTI/HERO

DC takes on a Freaky Friday twist in Anti/Hero, an original story from authors Kate Karyus Quinn and Demitria Lunetta, alongside artist Maca Gil. Quinn and Lunetta make their graphic novel and middle-grade debut to introduce two new and exciting DC characters!   Read more »

Comment | April 14, 2020, 7:30 am

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On The LOOKOUT for Kids’ Books SPRING 2020!

Today we’re taking a look at new picture books coming out this spring from our friends at The Soaring ‘20s... Read more »

Comment | April 7, 2020, 8:00 am

• Creator Corner

The 90 Second Newbery Film Festival

The 90 second Newbery Film Festival an annual nationwide video contest in which kids create short movies from Newbery-winning books in 90 seconds.   Read more »

Comment | March 25, 2020, 6:00 am

• Kid Lit News

Read Across America with KidLit TV!

We are excited to announce KidLit TV is partnering with the NEA alongside so many of the kid lit titans to support the mission of Read Across America.   Read more »

Comment | February 26, 2020, 7:00 am

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This Writer’s Life: StoryMap!

This Writer’s Life is an educational video series for 8 to 12-year-olds and their classrooms—a resource library—that peeks into the writing process.   Read more »

Comment | February 24, 2020, 7:00 am

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Easter Egg Hunt In October?

Read along with some of your favorite kidlit authors and illustrators to find Easter eggs (hidden pictures or names) in books.    Read more »

5 comments | October 7, 2019, 7:00 am

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Creativity Around You – Graphic Novels and Instagram

Learn from an expert how graphic novels and Instagram go hand in hand from graphic novelist. Watch how stacks of paper eventually become a graphic novel.   Read more »

Comment | August 26, 2019, 7:00 am

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THIS WAY, CHARLIE Cover Reveal!

KidLit TV is honored to reveal the book cover for THIS WAY, CHARLIE written by Caron Levis, illustrated by Charles... Read more »

1 comment | August 5, 2019, 8:00 am

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Creativity Corner – Leaders Who Promote Literacy and Creativity

Read about some stellar leaders who promote literacy and creativity, as well as children's literature to pair, with innovative ideas for school.   Read more »

2 comments | June 24, 2019, 7:00 am

Phil’s Fast Five with Meg Medina

On this episode of Phil’s Fast Five discover more about Meg Medina and her new middle grade novel!   Read more »

3 comments | January 28, 2019, 6:34 am

KLTV Exclusive

StoryMakers Holiday SPECIAL 2018!

Celebrate the Holiday Season with KidLit TV! Get in the holiday spirit with StoryMakers host Rocco Staino and special guests Susannah Richards,... Read more »

Comment | December 13, 2018, 9:00 am

YOUNG AT ART with James Ransome – COLLAGE

In the third episode of our new series, Young At Art, award-winning illustrator, James Ransome is back, this time at Langston... Read more »

4 comments | December 12, 2018, 8:00 am

What Becomes a Classic? with Leonard Marcus THE DREAM KEEPER

Leonard Marcus is a prize-winning author, curator, NYU professor and authority on children’s literature. Who better than for KidLit TV to... Read more »

3 comments | September 28, 2018, 8:00 am

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Annabeth and Connor READ ALOUD | TIME TRACERS

Annabeth & Connor (The Truth About Libraries) read aloud their new book TIME TRACERS!   Read more »

Comment | May 27, 2018, 8:00 am

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The TRUTH About Libraries! Ep5 TLA Special

On this special episode of The Truth About Libraries, go on an adventure with Annabeth & Connor to the Texas Library Association!   Read more »

Comment | May 23, 2018, 8:00 am

KLTV SPECIAL: IN STUDIO with Sean Qualls and Selina Alko

Are you ready to learn from Sean Qualls and Selina Alko in the studio? Be prepared to learn about the benefits of collaborating and how it can help you artistically!   Read more »

8 comments | May 8, 2018, 7:00 am

Austin Public Library and Roxie Munro

Prolific children's author and artist Roxie Munro opens up to Van about her art, her life, gamification and Hero Rats! To learn more about Roxie visit her website HERE and to learn more about hero rats visit HERE. If you want to check out Roxie's books Austin Public Library has everything you need!   Read more »

1 comment | April 26, 2018, 8:00 am

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Children’s Day / Book Day

El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.   Read more »

Comment | April 22, 2018, 8:00 am

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The Importance of Reading Poetry

Caroline Kennedy tells Kid Reporter Amiri Tulloch why it's important for kids to read poetry. Amiri interviewed Kennedy on March 26 in New York before an event promoting her new book, Poems to Learn by Heart.   Read more »

Comment | April 15, 2018, 8:00 am

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For the Love of Poetry

Kid Reporter Amiri Tulloch interviews Caroline Kennedy and Jon J Muth about their new collection of poetry, Poems to Learn by Heart, and why it's important for kids to read poetry.   Read more »

Comment | April 10, 2018, 8:00 am