Child Development Resources

Spring 2018


Picture Books

Windows

Windows
by Julia Denos

At once about the idea of home and the magic of curiosity, but also about how a sense of safety and belonging is something to which every child is entitled.

Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon
by Jason Chin

An outstanding introduction with much to offer elementary students about Southwestern biomes, sedimentary geology, and the profound pleasures of observing nature.

King of the Sky

King of the Sky
by Nicola Davies & Laura Carlin

In this tale of a young boy, an old man, and a dauntless pigeon, a lyrical text and extraordinary illustrations offer a gorgeous meditation on loneliness, belonging, and home.

How a House Is Built

How a House Is Built
by Gail Gibbons

Beginning with the architect who draws the plans, readers meet the surveyors, equipment operators, carpenters, plumbers, and other people who produce a building.

Plume

Plume
by Isabelle Simler

In this lovely book, young readers are introduced to a variety of beautiful birds, from the familiar chicken to the exotic ibis. As well as Plume, the cat who also seems very interested in the birds.

Galaxies, Galaxies!

Galaxies, Galaxies!
by Gail Gibbons

This introduction to some of the universe's largest structures will put stars in the eyes of the most Earthbound young readers.

Hooray for Nurses

Hooray for Nurses!
by Elle Parkes

Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help engage young readers in learning about how nurses serve their community.

The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse

The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse
by Mac Barnett

With a nod to traditional fables and a wink to the reader, this is a story of cooperation and creative cuisine about a mouse and a duck who get swallowed by a wolf.

Welcome

Welcome
by Mo Willems

Mo Willems' introductory guide for new arrivals welcomes readers to the world using bold, eye-catching graphics and clever text that is perfect for reading aloud.

Danza

Danza!
by Duncan Tonatiuh

With colorful drawings that seem to leap off the page, Danza! will enthrall and inspire young readers with the fascinating story of this important dancer and choreographer.

Masterpiece Mix

Masterpiece Mix
by Roxie Munro

Thirty-seven masterpieces inspire an artist in this introduction to art history that includes a search-and-find game.

The Way Home in the Night

The Way Home in the Night
by Akiko Miyakoshi

This beautiful picture book captures the magical wonder a child feels being outside in the night. Illustrated with a dreamlike quality, and just right for nodding off to sleep with.


Child Development

 Theories of Childhood

Theories of Childhood
by Carol Garhart Mooney

Understand the foundational theories of Dewey, Montessori, Erikson, Piaget, and Vygotsky to make your days with children smoother, your job easier, and your program stronger.

The Most Important Year

The Most Important Year
by Suzanne M Bouffard

Featuring detailed narratives, this text provides an eye-opening look at why pre-K matters for children and society, what it should look like and do, and what it takes to create good pre-K programs.

Cradle to Kindergarten

Cradle to Kindergarten
by Ajay Chaudry et al

Cradle to Kindergarten presents a blueprint for reducing educational and economic inequalities by expanding access to educational and financial resources at a critical stage of child development.

The Art of Screen Time

The Art of Screen Time
by Anya Kamenetz

A philosophy that will help parents moderate technology in their children's lives, curb their own anxiety, and create room for a happy, healthy family life with and without screens.

Was the Cat in the Hat Black?

Was the Cat in the Hat Black?
by Philip Nel

In this powerful, deeply-researched, study, Nel exposes the racial power of children's literature and shows how it can help build an anti-racist future. A must read for everyone - scholars, librarians, teachers, authors, readers, and more.

Behind from the Start

Behind from the Start
by Lenette Azzi-Lessing

Explaining the multiple ways in which early-life poverty robs millions of children of a promising future, the text draws upon knowledge from diverse fields, including neuroscience, media studies, and public policy.