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KidLit Crafts and Activities for Independence Day

* HAPPY 4th of JULY! * CELEBRATE America's Birthday by Reading 4th of July themed picture books and Making 4th of... Read more »

2 comments | July 4, 2026, 6:00 am

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Top 5 Diverse Picture Books for Summer Reading

After a long day at the beach, the pool, the backyard, etc, there is nothing better than a popsicle followed... Read more »

2 comments | August 6, 2025, 7:00 am

Picture Books About Activism

Our new favorite new picture books about activism that will inspire our community to use literacy to encourage kids as they learn to read. Read more »

Comment | June 11, 2025, 7:00 am

LIVE! Publisher Spotlight Spring 2025 KidLit Showcase!

• A KidLit Spring 2025 Preview • Picture Books, Middle Grade, Graphic Novels and More! Watch LIVE: The Publisher Spotlight shines... Read more »

36 comments | February 28, 2025, 7:02 am

Read Out Loud with Mac Barnett PAOLO, EMPEROR OF ROME

Buon giorno! Longing, freedom, adventure, pizza — have we got a story for you! On this episode of Read Out... Read more »

Comment | February 3, 2025, 6:45 am

StoryMakers with Sandra Nickel BEAR’S BIG IDEA

Do you ever wonder where brand new, BIG ideas come from? Find out on StoryMakers as Rocco chats with Sandra Nickel all the way in Switzerland about her new adventure with Bear and Fish, BEAR'S BIG IDEA, illustrated by Il Sung Na.Sandra tells us one of the best ways to come up with ideas for things to do with your friends is by asking them about their interests. Do you ever get stuck coming up with ideas for what to do? Knowing your friends likes and dislikes is a great place to start!Kids! Watch the video and think of activities you'd like to share with your friends.Let us know your BIG ideas in the comments section below! Read more »

1 comment | September 20, 2024, 7:00 am

KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Joy Resor DESIGNED TO SHINE

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSShining means sharing our unique sets of talents with the world — whether... Read more »

Comment | June 27, 2024, 2:53 pm

KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Jeff Mack MOOSE, GOOSE, MOUSE

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSEver wonder how children's book illustrators use computers to create the characters in... Read more »

Comment | June 27, 2024, 2:25 pm

On The LOOK OUT for Kids’ Books SPRING 2023!

The Soaring ’20s are back with a Spring 2023 Showcase! • Watch these FUN How-To videos! • Greenhouse Effect... Read more »

Comment | March 15, 2023, 7:00 am

We Need Diverse Books

Books that Celebrate Multigenerational Families

Below is a list of Picture Books that Celebrate Multigenerational Families. These books showcase positive, loving relationships between children and a myriad of adults. Read more »

Comment | November 1, 2022, 7:00 am

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Banned Books Everyone Should Read

KidLit TV is joining with the ALA to encourage you to celebrate Banned Book Week: Banned Books Everyone Should Read Read more »

1 comment | September 21, 2022, 7:00 am

KidLit Kibbles

Diverse Kid Lit that Celebrates Pride Month

Because there is a need for books that create respectful dialogue for all LGBTQIA youth, here are Diverse Kidlit that Celebrates Pride Month Read more »

Comment | June 4, 2022, 7:00 am

Featured Book Trailer: DON’T CALL ME FUZZYBUTT!

• A KidLit TV Production! • We're proud to feature the book trailer for Don’t Call Me Fuzzybutt! written by... Read more »

7 comments | May 16, 2022, 7:00 am

KidLit Crafts and Activities for EARTH DAY

• April 22nd is Earth Day • Celebrate and Appreciate our Planet! Let's READ Earth Day books and MAKE Earth Day crafts... Read more »

5 comments | April 19, 2022, 6:59 am

KidLit RADIO: DON’T LET AUNTIE MABEL BLESS THE TABLE Read Out Loud

Sunday dinner is on the table. Whatever you do -- DON'T LET ANTIE MABEL BLESS THE TABLE! Find out why on this podcast episode of Read Out Loud as Vanessa Brantley-Newton reads her tale of family, thanksgiving, and patience. Read more »

Comment | November 16, 2021, 6:00 am