Sherri Duskey Rinker

Hot off the Press This curated list of new publications is a great resource for teachers, librarians, booksellers, and parents.

I'm super excited that STEAM TRAIN, DREAM TRAIN DELUXE EDITION has been selected for @cbcbooks.bsky.social ’s August Hot Off the Press! bit.ly/1dCTqYI #mustread #kidlit #CBCHotOffThePress

I adore FISH IN A TREE and can't wait to pick this one up!

SCBWI and more than 40 organizations representing parents, grassroots organizers, authors, librarians, booksellers, and publishers have signed a statement on the Trump Administration's firing of Dr. Carla Hayden.

Share and ACT NOW bit.ly/EmailHayden

Roto and Roy Sweeps Rules

Attention #teachers! Before you soar into summer, here's a chance to win copies of ROTO AND ROY for your entire K-2nd classroom for next school year!
Enter here or DM #ROTO to me in Instagram
#sweepstakes #books @kidlitchat.bsky.social #teachers #literacy #reading #kids

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The 2025 Children’s Lit Animal Rankings An informal look at the most popular animals in children's books.

An informal look at the most popular animals in children's books. (100 Scope Notes)

@barnesandnoble.com Noble Members get 25% off all upcoming releases through Friday, April 25th – including audiobooks and eBooks! Premium Members always get an additional 10% off their print book pre-orders, too. #BNPreorder #Kidlit #books #picturebooks #newbooks

Steam Train, Dream Train Deluxe Edition|Hardcover From the creators of the beloved New York Times bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train and Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series, here is the train book kids have been dreaming of—now in ...

Steam Train, Dream Train Deluxe Edition is the beloved favorite now with a foldout poster and shiny foil finishes--just in time for the holidays.
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Construction Site Hanukkah Lights: A Hanukkah Lift-the-Flap Book|Hardcover Celebrate Hanukkah with the crew from the New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series in this heartwarming seasonal board book—the perfect addition to any young rea...

Construction Site Hanukkah Lights: A Hanukkah Lift-the-Flap Book is the perfect companion to help the littlest readers celebrate for 8 wonderful nights.
www.barnesandnoble.com/w/constructi...

Steam Train, Dream Train: Next Stop, Christmas!|Hardcover All aboard the dream train as the crew prepares for its next stop—Christmas! From the author of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series, the long-awaited sequel to the #1 New York Tim...

Steam Train, Dream Train: Next Stop, Christmas! The long-awaited sequel to Steam Train, Dream Train invites young readers to join the Christmas Train as it takes to the air, transporting magic everywhere.
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We may be heading toward summer, but this fall is going to be EXTRA special, friends!

I’ve got 3 new books headed your way—and you can preorder them all right now at 25% off during @barnesandnoble.com upcoming books sale. There will be more to share soon, but here’s a sneak peek 🧵

Just a reminder--WE NEED LIBRARIES IN OUR SCHOOLS.

Best Books of the 21st Century (So Far) | Kirkus Reviews

Have you checked out the list of the best books of the 21st century so far on Kirkus? If you're looking to build your child's library, this is the PERFECT place to start.
www.kirkusreviews.com/picture-book...

#kidlit

Do you have a deserving library professional in your life? You can nominate them for an ILA award during #NationalLibraryWeek, April 6-12!

Thank you @tarawinequeen.bsky.social I am sitting down with my morning coffee and Instagram, prepared to be bombarded with bad news. And then… 🙌🏻 💫 I found your post. Thank you for making my day.

www.instagram.com/p/DHltm49Apb...

Why Don’t Cars Run on Apple Juice? <p>While the most common modes of transportation tend to be cars, planes, and trains, there are so many other interesting ways to travel! Be it hot air balloon, spaceship, submarine, bicycle, or dog s...

Are you ready to zoom into some fabulous #kidlit books that feature Things That Go? I'm so happy to see Construction Site: Taking Flight! included in @cbcbooks.bsky.social #ThingsThatGo Showcase alongside a fabulous selection of titles.

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#CBCShowcase

Wonderful!

Are we all surviving #daylightsavings Monday? Or have we headed back to bed?

I'm looking forward to this. As school libraries are continually on the chopping block, our public libraries are critical sanctuaries for our young readers and their families.

They Are Vital Community Partners | Reasons to Love Libraries Public libraries work with groups from health departments to community-based organizations and provide access to everything from cooking classes to safe walking routes.

As we work to defend libraries, we must remember that they are not alone. As sociologist Eric Klinenberg says, libraries are part of our social infrastructure. It follows that defending libraries can be part of defending our social infrastructure, which also includes parks, schools, and more.

I'm in awe of the gorgeous work posted today for #kidlitartpostcardday. Illustrators are amazingly talented and dedicated artists. Keep going, each of you, you make the book world a magical, colorful, and inspiring place. ❤️

I've got a fun giveaway of books happening on Instagram--which is something I do each month. The books for March are Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring by @kenardpak.bsky.social and Safe Harbor by @padmatv.bsky.social.

Hop on over and enter before March 14th!
www.instagram.com/p/DG1nDlwhE1X/

40 Outstanding International Books for Children from USBBY Following a devastating year of violence against children, our deepest hope is that these 40 outstanding international titles, and the words within them, can inspire bridges of understanding and peace...

40 Outstanding International Books for Children from USBBY

Just a reminder: everyone watches women's sports!

Did You Know That James Baldwin Wrote for Children, Too? In rare archival footage, James Baldwin strolls down the sidewalk of 71st Street, surrounded by a band of close-knit family members. Baldwin is gleaming with his classic, wide-open, toothy smile as…

Quartez Harris on the lasting impact of 'Little Man, Little Man,' James Baldwin’s children’s book | LitHub

done and done!

❤️❤️thanks everyone!

Hi friends! It's my first day here & I'm finding my way around. If you're talking about #picturebooks, #kidlit, #kidlitart, #literacy, and awesome trucks, let's connect!

And a big #hello to @lkliterary.bsky.social & @chroniclebooks.bsky.social, who encouraged me to join the party here on @bsky.app.