This collection is perfect for more sophisticated young readers who love to dive deeply into beautiful, touching, sometimes painful, sometimes joyful stories. Wordsong, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers, has picture books for kids at every age & every stage! Read More

Ready for the spooky season? So are we! Celebrate Summerween with these fun Do-It-Yourself activities inspired by our favorite characters. Carve watermelons, make flower crowns, and craft a gorgeous mermaid costume for this summer. Use these step-by-step guides to have some summer fun and prepare for one of our favorite holidays! Meowl-O-Ween: How To Carve... Read More

Make some time to celebrate Independence Day this year with a good read about well-known—and not too well-known—Revolutionary War figures who fought and sacrificed to grow our country. Read More

Keep reading for a hand-picked selection of summer reads from Astra Publishing House, DAW, and Astra Books for Young Readers! Though these titles run the gamut of age range and genre, they’re all excellent companions for a beach day, a road trip, or any sunny day spent outside. Like a sober millennial Jesus’ Son, Michael Deagler’s... Read More

Now an official federal holiday, Juneteenth observes the effective end of slavery in America. Commemorate the occasion by reading these books that celebrate the amazing stories and accomplishments of Black Americans from our history. Read More

Enjoy quality time reading with your kids this Father’s Day! Enjoy these books featuring fathers, grandfathers, and father-figures during this special holiday. In Mexican American comedian Jesús Trejo’s debut picture book, a little boy makes a big, funny mistake and learns the value of resources like time and water—both of which have a magic all... Read More

June is Pride Month! Show your pride with these books about LGBTQ+ characters and stories. A gay teenager in 1990s Wyoming must contend with the violent loss of a loved one in this historical YA novel that draws from the tragic murder of Matthew Shepard in 1998. 2025 Kansas NEA Reading Circle List ★ “Keen... Read More

Whether a student is receiving a diploma for completing preschool or grad school, their graduation day is sure to be a joyful celebration... Read More

The Look and Cook series of books — Look and Cook Snacks, Look and CookBreakfast, and Look and Cook Sweet — offers a fresh, hands-on approach tointroducing children to the joy of cooking. Designed with visual learners in mind, eachbook uses step-by-step photographic instructions that empower young chefs to followalong independently and with confidence. The visual design aligns beautifully with... Read More

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