Following the national theme for each month of the year is a fun way to take a deep dive into a subject. Last month, we offered a showcase of picture book biographies for Black History Month. Whether you want to talk about art movements, musical achievements, discoveries in science, contributions to civil rights or simply learn… Read more
National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Mac Barnett will Visit Maine this Spring! IRW was overjoyed this winter when we learned that we had been chosen as one of just five organizations in the country to host National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature (NAYPL), Mac Barnett! Apart from being big fan’s of Mac’s work, we… Read more
Picture book biographies are a great, accessible way to explore big topics. They can bring eras of history, artistic and political movements, or scientific discoveries and inventions to life by delving into the stories of the real people who lived them. Often, they include rich back matter for further reading and learning. We’ve rounded up… Read more
This summer, IRW’s Director of Communications, Kelsey Buckley, and her husband, Matthew, welcomed twin girls—Molly & Maeve—into the world. read on to find out more about why it’s never too early to lay the foundation for future literacy. In my years working at IRW, I’ve sometimes come across enthusiastic new parents who love what we… Read more
The start of the New Year here in Maine has brought us some snowy, cold days. For now, curling up in a cozy spot with a book to escape into is easy! How can you keep reading & promoting literacy all year long? We’ve got plenty of ideas to take you through the seasons and… Read more
When the days grow frosty and the nights sparkle with snow, there’s nothing sweeter than curling up with a good story. This collection is filled with stories that feel like soft blankets—tales that invite young readers to slow down, settle in and let their imaginations wander. We hope you enjoy these 35 book recommendations for… Read more
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