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The art of the squeal: Tweens are hungry for scary books

admin - October 14, 2019

Do you remember the “‘satiable child” of Kipling’s “Just So Stories?” The little elephant whose curiosity was impossible to satisfy reminds me of tweens’...

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Harry Potter’s birthday: 5 ways to celebrate The Boy Who Lived

Carrie Wheeler - July 19, 2019

Calling all muggles, wizards and fantasy fanatics! July 31st is the official birthday of The Boy Who Lived, and Harry Potter lovers statewide can...

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Taking a road trip? Try listening to an audiobook as a family

Carrie Wheeler - May 28, 2019

When my family travels in airplanes, it’s every person for him or herself. My 8-year-old son can sit through any intercontinental flight with an...

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Registration underway for Maricopa County Reads: A Universe of Stories program

admin - May 15, 2019

Kids and adults can sign up now for Maricopa County Reads, the all-ages online summer reading program running June 1-Aug. 1. This year’s theme...

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“Love You Hard” author Abby Maslin talks balance, resilience and rebuilding a family

Karen Barr - May 12, 2019

Most of us gain perspective in tiny increments, from a steady drip of experiences that push us to accept, adjust, reframe and recalibrate our...

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“Love You Hard” author Abby Maslin at Changing Hands Tempe on Friday, March 22

Karen Barr - March 10, 2019

A young mom and teacher who spent much of her childhood in Phoenix will visit Changing Hands Tempe on Friday to discuss her new...

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Scottsdale author and illustrator wins 2019 Caldecott Honor

Kara G. Morrison - February 13, 2019

Scottsdale artist Juana Martinez-Neal was recently awarded a 2019 Caldecott Honor for her author/illustrator debut book “Alma and How She Got Her Name.” In...

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Valley Youth Theatre stages “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane”

Kara G. Morrison - February 4, 2019

When a beloved toy rabbit named Edward Tulane goes on an ocean voyage, he has no idea what’s in store for him. Initially, he’s...

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Holiday Gift Guide: Toys and more from local stores

admin - December 1, 2018

As moms, we understand the appeal of fast and free shipping. But part of the joy of the holidays is exploring local shops that...

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Essential reading for the girl-power trip

admin - September 11, 2018

“Are we there yet? Are we there yet?” Nope, it’s not a chorus of the universal kids-in-cars whine. It’s me wondering if the girl empowerment...

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4 ways to celebrate Harry Potter — 20 years after the series launched in the U.S.

Kara G. Morrison - July 20, 2018

July 31 is always a big day for Harry Potter fans. The character and his creator, British author J.K. Rowling, share a July 31...

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Renovated Burton Barr Central Library to reopen June 16

Kara G. Morrison - June 6, 2018

Just in time for summer, a cool space reopens that welcomes your kids with open arms --- and even better, it’s all free! Burton Barr...

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The monkey’s uncle: Noteworthy kids books by Brian Selznick

admin - May 29, 2018

Oh, that Brian Selznick! He’s gone and done it again. He has made a spectacle — not of himself, but an honest-to-goodness spectacle, nonetheless....

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Temple Grandin appearing in Mesa to discuss “Calling All Minds” book for kids

Debra Rich Gettleman - May 10, 2018

Thomas Jefferson invented macaroni and cheese. That fact alone can interest kids in our Founding Fathers quicker than tickets to “Hamilton.” It turns out...

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