Using the American Library Association as a guide, Oprah’s reading list is a nice compilation of children’s books. Continue reading →

A team of children’s librarians and specialists developed StoryPlace, an interactive website that provides kids a virtual experience of going to the library. Continue reading →

Designed with elementary students in mind, Smarty Games offers simple, free learning games to help children develop their creativity, visualization, problem-solving and math skills. The site also features interesting facts, such as “Did you know that butterflies taste with their feet?” These brain teasers and trivia facts encourage children to build their knowledge base and ask insightful questions. Continue reading →

TumbleBooks offers talking, animated picture books for children and interactive e-books designed for middle and high school students. It is an ideal website for children who struggle with reading or who are visual and auditory learners. Check with your local library or school to see if they have a subscription that allows you to access the full range of books. Continue reading →

With the idea of making original stories available to children all over the world at no cost, David Errico founded FCS. Children’s literature is not just another form of media, it’s a tool for helping children’s minds grow and develop. Continue reading →

Reading Rockets is a helpful resource for teachers and parents when it comes to teaching kids how to read. It includes strategies for reading comprehension and other resources related to reading instruction. Continue reading →

Dr. Schutz, who struggled with learning to read as a kid, developed Starfall to make reading easier for kids.
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ICDL is a foundation with a mission to break language barriers. The foundation has compiled a collection of outstanding historical and contemporary books from across the globe and aspires to have every culture and language represented in the library. Continue reading →

In this remarkable educational cartoon from PBS Kids, Word Girl, a superhero, saves her city every time there is a major word catastrophe! Continue reading →