Margaret Peterson Haddix’s latest sci-fi infused thriller is as thought-provoking as it is page-turning. Exploring themes of friendship, identity and privilege, The School for Whatnots is a twisty mystery sure to please young readers. Keep reading to find out what Margaret Peterson Haddix loves about Kids’ books about friendship.
Somehow, the gift-giving season continues to whirl on by, with only a couple weeks standing between us and 2016. Crunch time has begun for all those still stumped by what to get loved ones. For those in need, let us start where everyone should always begin: books. They’re versatile, long-lived, joyous gifts, and there’s one for […]
New York may be the city that never sleeps for some, but for many of its residents, bedtime’s a little closer to 8:30 p.m. Still, any kid who grew up in New York City can tell you it is its own kind of special and unique experience, and Eloise, queen of the Plaza, aside, here […]