For most parents and educators, teaching a child how to read is a bit like helping them crack a secret code. For every word, the young reader needs to be able to recognize each letter, remember the sounds each letter makes, put the sounds together to pronounce the whole word, and understand the meaning of the word.

Written for kids and inspired by adults, Julie Golsteyn’s new children’s book highlights the importance of standing up for what’s right, even when it isn’t easy.

Artist Emily “EMYO” Ozier is best known for her lively and colorful impressionist artwork. In her highly anticipated debut children’s book Marisol’s Dress, EMYO’s expressive art helps tell the timely and timeless story of her family’s emigration from Russia to America during the Cuban Revolution, one that she hopes will instill sentiments of courage and creativity in readers of any age.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which means it’s an ideal time to sit down with your child and have an open conversation about mental and emotional wellness

When it comes to finding inspiration for writing, some people have all the luck. They’ll be minding their own business, sitting at a traffic light or unloading the dishwasher, and a brilliant idea for a children’s book will pop into their minds.