Finding a Middle Earth in Montana
A New York Times article on the teen author of Eragon. I almost to the end of this incredible book. I plan to write a glowing endorsement of it tomorrow or the next day. Incredible writing from a unique kid.

William Steig, Cartoonist And Author, Dies at 95 (washingtonpost.com)
Author of more than 25 books for children, Steig received the Caldecott for Sylvester and the Magic Pebble.

Booktrust
This leads to the shortlist for the UK’s version of the Printz Award. And I must say that it includes most of the hottest YA fiction this year.

Guardian Award Article

LISNews.com — Harry Potter goes ‘green’ for next instalment
J. K. Rowling has announced that the next Harry Potter book will be printed on environmentally friendly paper. She is part of a group of authors pledging to use environmentally friendly printing practices for their works.

DLTK’s Printable Crafts for Kids
This is one of the sites I use often for printing out coloring pages and activities for kids at the storytime programs. It is a fast, easy way to find a printable you need.

A couple sites for shows on PBS for kids.
George Shrinks
Liberty’s Kids

Laura Bush Promotes America With Books
“U.S. first lady Laura Bush on Tuesday took a diplomatic charm offensive to the Kremlin, where she promoted American values using popular children’s books.”
[Via Library Link of the Day]