Summer is a time to relax, rest… and read! Get your kids off their screens and make it a summer to remember with these books. Featuring great stories, engaging topics, and laugh-out-loud humor, these books are just what they need to stay sharp all summer long. Take these books with you on your road trip,... Read More

April 2025 marks 250 years since the American Revolutionary War began. Why not take this occasion to pick up a book and watch history come to life? From titles highlighting the lesser-known sides of famous figures to books that shine a spotlight on unsung activists and artists, this array of history books is sure to... Read More

Looking for a meaningful way to spend Mother’s Day? Take some time to read with your kids! Here are our picks for the perfect books to share this holiday. For Mom & Kids Who Love to Cook For anyone who’s tried to whip up something special for someone they love, and stumbled—here is the book... Read More

Learn more about Jewish-American history and heritage this May! From activism to poetry to sports and more, these titles feature Jewish characters and themes that will inspire your young reader. Meet unique and outspoken Bella Abzug, the iconic Jewish politician and activist who fought for justice and women’s rights, in this compelling picture book biography. 2025... Read More

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to honor the long-running traditions of AAPI cultures. Our books by AAPI creators about AAPI characters feature Korean recipes, Chinese holidays, Pakistani weddings, and more. In this story about the Ching Ming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, a young girl and her Chinese-American family come together... Read More

May 5th is the start of Teacher Appreciation Week! To show teachers just how much we appreciate their hard work, ABFYR is sharing some helpful resources for classroom time. Enjoy this selection of downloadable activity kits, discussion guides, coloring pages, and more to keep students engaged and entertained. ORSON AND THE WORLD’S LOUDEST LIBRARY by... Read More

Our environmentally-focused books feature stories that praise (and protect) our precious planet. Read More

National Financial Literacy Month is an economy-based observance celebrated in April that's aimed to raise awareness about teaching smart money management skills. Our books in the Dollars to Doughnuts series are on the money -- ideal to hand to young readers who need to get financially savvy. Read More

April is National Poetry Month, and we’re so proud to share these poetry books for young readers. Read More

Thank you, math teachers. How do you do it? You somehow make children know math and you do it with style. Here are a selection of books filled with math concepts just right for elementary school learners. The Arithmechicks & CATastrophe Tale Series! Math is a breeze to master with math-loving kittens and the Arithmechicks!... Read More