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Beat the Summer Slide: Preventing Summer Learning Loss Through Reading!

June 18, 2026

As we enter the sunny days of summer vacation, children are excited to trade classroom routines for outdoor adventures, family vacations, and free-time galore. While these experiences create lasting memories, they can[...]

Looking, Learning, Connecting: How Infants Benefit from Books with Baby Faces

June 5, 2026

As soon as they are born, babies are learning about the world around them—and books play a surprisingly powerful role in those first few months. Reading together with babies starting at birth helps support early brain[...]

Bibliotherapy: Children's Books in the Therapy Space

April 15, 2026

What Is Bibliotherapy and Why Does It Matter for Children Bibliotherapy is the intentional use of books and stories as therapeutic tools to support emotional healing, personal growth, and psychological well-being. For[...]

Two Books, One Mission — Safe Sleep for Babies!

December 10, 2025

Stepping back into the spotlight this week is our esteemed colleague, Dr. John Hutton. He sheds light on the evolution of these two Blue Manatee Press titles for promoting safe sleep practices. Over the years, the work[...]

Overcoming Childhood Separation Anxiety with Reading

December 4, 2025

Understanding Separation Anxiety in Early Childhood Separation anxiety is a common developmental phase for young children, typically emerging between six months and three years of age. This period is marked by distress[...]

Supporting Literacy: Our Fall 2025 Events and Partnerships

November 13, 2025

We just wrapped up another season of conferences, traveling far and wide to share our love of books. Seeing our customers in person is a big highlight of the fall! Take a look at what our team has been up to and where[...]

The Importance of Native American Representation in Early Literacy

November 3, 2025

The Power of Representation in Children's Literature Representation in children's literature is crucial because it shapes how young readers perceive themselves and their world. When children see characters that look[...]

Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month

September 24, 2025

Join us in celebrating Latinx Heritage Month as we shine a spotlight on the incredible works of Latinx authors and illustrators! We are thrilled to share with you some of our favorite titles that beautifully capture the[...]

Engaging STEAM Storybooks from All About Books

September 18, 2025

The Importance of STEAM Education in Early Childhood STEAM education, which encompasses Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, is crucial in early childhood development. It fosters creativity, critical[...]

Teaching Mindfulness to Toddlers Through Storytime

September 9, 2025

The Importance of Mindfulness for Toddlers Introducing mindfulness to babies and young children begins with helping them notice and appreciate the present moment. Mindfulness involves being attentive, observing feelings[...]

Championing Early Literacy: RX for Summer Reading's Impact in Alabama

September 4, 2025

At All About Books, we champion early literacy by supporting initiatives that spark a lifelong love of reading. One program we’re especially proud to partner with is the RX for Summer Reading Program, hosted annually by[...]

New Series from Child's Play Focuses on Positive Behaviors

August 7, 2025

In 2024, Child’s Play published a series of simple board books called First Feelings. This was in response to research indicating that good mental health was increasingly under threat, in children as much as in adults.[...]