Astra Books for Young Readers News
Picture Books Help Create Conversations with Kids about Tough Topics
It’s hard for young people to process big feelings—but books can help create conversations and restore hope! Read More
Here’s to the Girls: Girl Power Picture Book Roundup
When girls live in a world that feels safe and supportive, the change they can create is infinite. So celebrate girl power with these books that showcase strong, independent women. Read More
Best Board Books for Babies
When you find a board book that your baby loves, you’ll be rewarded by coos, giggles, and the knowledge and confidence that... Read More
Introducing Astra Books for Young Readers
Today Astra Publishing House announces the formation of its children’s book division, Astra Books for Young Readers (ABFYR), a division of Astra Publishing House. Read More
Why We Still Need Fairy Tales
Fairy tales are wonder tales, dreamlike stories that feed our curiosity and address our most deep-seated wishes and fears. Children need them... Read More
Boyds Mills & Kane is now part of Astra Publishing House!
Boyds Mills & Kane is now part of Astra Publishing House! New York, May 19, 2020 – The formation of Astra Publishing House was announced today by... Read More
Author Gail Jarrow Reveals Why She Writes about Deadly Diseases
In this exclusive session with Gail Jarrow and Calkins Creek editor Carolyn Yoder, the pair discuss why learning history is so vital in relation to the present. Read More
Read Black History All Year Round
Black History Month may take place in February, but Black History should be taught and read all year round. Each book in this list tells the inspiring stories... Read More
3 Fun Book Series for Kids Age 3-11
Summer is almost here! If your kids are anything like our kids, requests for screen time and video games will be coming in fast and furious as soon as... Read More