Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

MacKids Books

@mackidsbooks.bsky.social

530 followers 20 following 150 posts

A lifelong love of reading starts here! 📚🎈 Books and author events from the home of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group in NYC. http://www.mackids.com

www.mackids.com

Posts Media Videos Starter Packs

Pinned

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · Dec 18

We heard the skies were blue and full of stories 📖

An illustration from the book BEAR HAS A STORY TO TELL written by Philip C. Stead and illustrated by Erin E. Stead.

It's a beautiful painted piece of a bear standing on its hind legs and looking up and silhouetted against a blue, starry sky.

1 5 29

Reposted by MacKids Books

Charlotte Sullivan Wild (she) 🏳️‍🌈♿ @cswild.bsky.social · 18h

What a great conversation with @katherinelocke.bsky.social and #GigiHoward of @drinksinthelibrary.bsky.social about the power of LGBTQIA+ picture books! Thanks to @everylibrary.bsky.social for hosting! #kidlit

YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVTX...

Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/11842...

Finding Your Voice: Friendship, Love, and Identity with Charlotte Sullivan Wild and Katherine Locke

YouTube video by EveryLibrary

www.youtube.com

1 2 4

Reposted by MacKids Books

Katherine Applegate @kaaauthor.bsky.social · 1d

Did you know that ODDER was inspired by a real-life conservation success story from @montereybayaquarium.org?

By the early 1900s, central CA's population of southern sea otters was down to 50. Today, there are close to 3,000.

Conservation measures work. 💙🦦 @mackidsbooks.bsky.social #mglit

14 39

Reposted by MacKids Books

Charlotte Sullivan Wild (she) 🏳️‍🌈♿ @cswild.bsky.social · 3d

I can't wait for this FREE conversation with my SCOTUS Book Club pal @katherinelocke.bsky.social and #GigiHoward of Drinks in the Library!

Oct. 7 @ 7PM Eastern
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVTX...

*
@everylibrary.bsky.social @mackidssl.bsky.social @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Finding Your Voice: Friendship, Love, and Identity with Charlotte Sullivan Wild and Katherine Locke

YouTube video by EveryLibrary

www.youtube.com

4 2

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 3d

We have a very important message for you this #BannedBooksWeek: Get involved! All week long we'll be sharing tips on books to read and how to join the fight for the freedom to read. ⁣
⁣
#FreedomToRead #BooksNotBans #BannedBooks #ReadBannedBooks

1 6 12

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 6d

Celebrate all types of families with these nine titles that center family relationships ❤️ (part 3 of 3)

A book cover. Mama Moon by Noah Grigni.
Ages 4-8
The story of a child who muses that their mother is like the moon—ever changing, sometimes blue, sometimes bright.

A book cover. Return to Sender by Vera Brosgol
Ages 8-12
Oliver’s dreams are finally within his grasp… but what happens when he discovers that his wishes don’t come for free?

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 6d

Celebrate all types of families with these nine titles that center family relationships ❤️ (part 2 of 3)

A book cover. Fa La La Family by Scott & Mark Hoying, illustrated by Steph Lew.
Ages 4-8
Light up the season with this ode to the diverse ways families celebrate Christmas

A book cover. Remixed: A Blended Family by Arree Chung
Ages 4-8
Celebrating the strength and resilience of remixed families and the beauty of chosen families, showing how even after
change, or loss, love can thrive.

A book cover. We Are American, Too by Kristen Mei Chase and Jieting Chen
Ages 4-6
An exquisitely illustrated and beautifully penned picture book about Asian American history, identity, and pride.

A book cover. Finding Forgiveness by Rebecca Gardyn Levington and Diana Mayo.
Ages 4-8
A loving, heartwarming picture book about empathy, sisterhood, and finding the courage to ask for forgiveness

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 6d

Celebrate all types of families with these nine titles that center family relationships ❤️

Cover art is from REMIXED: A Blended Family by Arree Chung

A book cover. Oddbird's Chosen Family by Derek Desierto
Ages 2-5
Oddbird has always been on his own.
And he’s managed pretty well. But that’s changing – now, he wishes for
a family.

A book cover. Let's Do Everything and Nothing by Julia Kuo.
Agse 3-6
A lush and lyrical picture book celebrating special moments—big and small—shared with a child.

A book cover. My Parents Won't Stop Talking!
Ages 3-6
A child's plans are ruined when her
parents have the gall to stop to talk
to the neighbors

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 8d

New book Tuesday🎉

We have a TON of new books for you to explore both in English and Spanish this week.

Swipe 👉 to see what's out now!

@adriannacuevas.bsky.social @jamesbirdbooks.bsky.social @neonsquidbooks.bsky.social

#newbooks #booksky #kidsbooks #booksforkids #middlegrade

A book cover. Los Fantasmas De Rancho Espanto by Adrianna Cuevas

Ages 8-12

As punishment, a boy is sent to work on a New Mexico ranch, but strange things keep happening in this middle grade mystery. Now available in Spanish.

Book cover. My Cat is a Secret Agent by Daniel J. Mahoney.

Ages 3-6

A fun and charming tale of a girl who tries to convince her parents that their cat is really an undercover spy.

A book cover. A Compendium of Curious Contraptions: A Guessing Game About History's Most Unusual Artifacts by Anna Goldfield and Paula Zamudio.

Ages 8-10

A new nonfiction illustrated guide to some of the most bizarre objects from history by archaeologist Anna Goldfield.

A book cover. Wolf Club by James Bird

Ages 9-12

Three kids ditch detention to search for an elusive white wolf, who may have the magical powers they need to face their challenges and heal their hearts.

1 1

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 8d

New book Tuesday🎉

We have a TON of new books for you to explore both in English and Spanish this week.

Swipe 👉 to see what's out now! Cover art from A SNOW DAY FOR AMOS MCGEE #newbooktuesday #bookhaul #newbooks #booksky

New Pages to Explore
Books out today!

Check mark, A ton of exciting board books
Check mark, A winter wonderland picture book
Check mark, Spanish language editions
Check mark, magic-filled middle grade
Check mark, exciting middle grade mystery

At the bottom of the page, an elephant in a winter hat and a man in a green coat walk together. Art is from A Snow Day for Amos McGee

A book cover. The title is buenas Noches Granja

Ages 1-3

Toddlers can gently fall asleep to this Spanish-language edition of Night Night Farm by Priddy Books

Book cover. A Snow Day For Amos McGee, written by Philip C Stead, illustrated by Erin E Stead

Ages 3-6

Amos and his familiar companions are back for this delightfully snowy tale-the latest follow-up to the Caldecott Medal winner A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Two board books: Baby Words: Shake Shake Shake and Baby Farm Shake Shake Shake.

Ages 1-2

Babies will love to shake the colorful rattle while learning some first words and farm animals in these fun shaped board books.

1 2

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 8d

Another month of new releases in the books 📚😍 Swipe 👉 to put names to faces and celebrate the creators behind September's MacKids releases ❤️

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 8d

Another month of new releases in the books 📚😍 Swipe 👉 to put names to faces and celebrate the creators behind September's MacKids releases ❤️

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 8d

Another month of new releases in the books 📚😍 Swipe 👉 to put names to faces and celebrate the creators behind September's MacKids releases ❤️

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 11d

What can you expect from the latest middle-grade from @dangemeinhart.bsky.social? Theft, trespassing, gambling, a broken nose, grand theft auto, a federal prison, and a police chase - among other things 👀

BUSTED is coming to a bookstore near you on 10/7!!
#Busted #BustedBook #DanGemeinhart

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 13d

THE LAST EMBER by is the first installment in an action-packed fantasy adventure about a powerful creature, those who seek to exploit it, and those who are willing to protect it at all costs 🔥⚔️ Learn more at the link in our bio!

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 16d

Encourage kids to get interested in STEM topics with these informative, yet digestible, science books for every reader! Swipe 👉 to browse our recommendations 🪐🔬🦠 (pt 3 of 3)

Book cover: Robots

Ages 8-10

The future is here.
Explore the world of robots and artificial intelligence in this kids’ STEM book

Book cover: A Sicky History of Medicine

Ages 5-8

WARNING: NOT FOR THE FAINT-HEARTED. This revolting history of medicine through the ages is full of blood, guts, and gore!

Book: Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka Con La Papa

Ages 8-10

What can a potato do? To Peruvian scientist Alberto Salas, they have the power to change the world.

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 16d

Encourage kids to get interested in STEM topics with these informative, yet digestible, science books for every reader! Swipe 👉 to browse our recommendations 🪐🔬🦠 (pt 2 of 3)

Book cover: Disgustology by Teresa Robeson and Anna-Maria Jung

Ages 8-12

The MOST Disgusting Middle
Grade Book EVER! And All
Completely True

Book cover: The Big Book of Useless Science Knowledgre: 250 of the coolest, weirdest, and most unebelievable science facts you won't be taught in school

Ages 8-12

An encyclopedia of mind-bogglingly random science facts that will lodge
in your brain and refuse to leave.

Book Cover: The Tree of Life

Ages 5-8

A lift-the-flap book about the animals, plants, and fungi that live in trees, written by pioneering tree scientist Nalini Nadkarni.

Book cover: The Secret Life of a Sea Turtl by Maddelena Bearzi and Alex Boersma

Ages 4-8

Follow the captivating yet perilous
life of one sea turtle in this
dazzling nonfiction tale

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 16d

Encourage kids to get interested in STEM topics with these informative, yet digestible, science books for every reader! Swipe 👉 to browse our recommendations 🪐🔬🦠 (pt 1 of 3)

STEM Books For Every Reader

An illustrated purple spaceship

Book cover: A Rock is Born by Richard Ho and Lilly Williams

Ages 4-8

Follow the epic life cycle of one rock from its prehistoric creator to modern day

Book cover: Grace Builds an <Almost-Perfect. Dog by Curtis Manley and Tracy Subisak

Ages 4-8

A girl builds and programs a robot dog in this heartwarming picture book

Book cover: Our Solar System! A Stellar Neighborhood by Stacy McAnulty and Stevie Lewis

Ages 4-8

A brilliant adventuring featuring the members of our solar system from the eyes of Comet, who's been traveling through the Solar System for eons

1 1

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 19d

It's safe to say we're big fans of Adrianna Cuevas here at MacKids 🥰 Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with us by picking up one (or better yet, all) of her critically acclaimed middle grade novels 📚 Plus, three of them are available in both English and Spanish!

Part 2!

The Total Eclipse of Nestor Lopez / El Eclipse Total de Nestor Lopez

In this Pura Belpre Honor fantasy novel, a Cuban American boy must use his ability to communicate with animals to save his town from a witch.

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 19d

It's safe to say we're big fans of @adriannacuevas.bsky.social here at MacKids 🥰 Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with us by picking up one (or better yet, all) of her critically acclaimed middle grade novels 📚 Plus, three of them are available in both English and Spanish!

Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with these critically acclaimed middle-grade novels from Adrianna Cuevas

What Fell From The Sky

An out-of-this-world adventure based on true historical events about a boy who hides a strange creatures in his barn - perfect for fans of E.T. and Stranger Things

The Ghosts of Rancho Espanto / Los Fantasmas De Rancho Espanto

An Edgar Award winning mystery about a haunted ranch - perfect for fans of CLaribel A. Ortega's Ghost Squad an dLouis Sachar's Holes

Cuba In My Pocket / Con Cuba En El Bolsillo

A timely and emotional novel about a twelve-year-old boy who leaves his family in Cuba to immigrate to the U.S. by himself, based on the author's family history.

1 2

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 20d

The 50th anniversary editions of TUCK EVERLASTING include never-before-seen archival material. Swipe through for a sneak peek, including alternate covers, and an image of an early handwritten draft of TUCK EVERLASTING! #booksky #tuckeverlasting

50th Anniversary Editions Include

New foreword from Gabrielle Zevin
Breathtaking illustrations by Bagram Ibatoulline
A gallery of never-before-seen archival materials
Afterword from Natalie Babbitt's daughter
A deluxe hardcover edition featuring deckled edges, foil type and printed endpapers

Book title: Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt

A page from the book. A black and white photo shows an older white woman standing with three young children, two boys and a girl. Text below the photo reads:

Babbitt in Nashville in 1960 with her children, Lucy, Chris, and Tom, in a photo taken by her husband, Samuel Babbitt, a dean and lecturer at Vanderbilt University at the time, whom she met on a blind date and later married in 1954. The couple collaborated on a picture book published in 1966 that Samuel wrote and Natalie illustrated, The Forty-Ninth Magician.

A picture of a piece of lined paper with writing in pencil on it. A 1 in a circle is at the top of the page. Text below the picture reads:

Detail of the beginning of an early handwritten chapter outline of the novel, as yet untitled. The rest of the outline is transcribed on pages 153-54. Much of the general plot of the final book is in place, but the author has not settled on final names for the characters. Also, Winnie's conflicted affection for Jesse in the final story is here imagined as a more straightforward romance, and the essential antagonist of the final drama, the man in the yellow suit, has not yet been introduced.

Text reads: Babbitt sketched these two alternative cover designs for the book. For the final jacket, it was decided to use her atmospheric painting of the Tuck family cabin and the pond, which is the art featured on the cover of the fiftieth anniversary edition as well.

1 2

Reposted by MacKids Books

Katherine Applegate @kaaauthor.bsky.social · 20d

Absolutely honored to learn that POCKET BEAR has made the New York Times and Indie bestseller lists.

Thank you so much to everyone who has picked up this story. You sure know how to make an author feel warm and fuzzy. 💛🧸

Meet Pocket: us.macmillan.com/books/978125...
@mackidsbooks.bsky.social

1 4 14

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 21d

Sweeps alert!! 🤩

Enter at the link for a chance to win ALL 9 books in the InvestiGators graphic novel collection, including the latest adventure for young readers - CASE FILES ✨

US & Canada only, closes 10/8

bit.ly/investigator...

@01firstsecond.bsky.social

Mango and Brash are celebrating Case Files and you can too!

Enter to win a set of 9 books including Case Files!

The 9 book covers of the Investigators series are shown in a row.

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 22d

Spend Latinx Heritage Month curled up with these picture books that uplift and celebrate culture, heritage, and community! (part 2 of 2)

Book cover: Hopeful Heroes: More poems about amazing latinos. Written by Margarita Engle, illustrated by Juliet Menendez

Ages 5-8

Beautiful poetry introduces young readers to lesser-known Latinos from varied background who have all shown tremendous resilience.

Book cover: Christiana Figueres, Friend of the Rainforest by Margarita Engle, illustrated by Nazareth Hidalgo Lobo

Ages 4-8

Get ready to be inspired by this biography of one-of-a-kind diplomat and activist, Christiana Figueres, whose fight to protect our planet isn't over yet.

Book cover: The Girl Who Sings to Bees by Chiquis, illustrated by Geraldine Rodriguez

Ages 4-8

Latin Grammy Award-winner Chiquis shares a heartwarming story inspired by her journey about overcoming bullying and self-doubt and finding strength in a mother's everlasting love.

Dream with the Latinitas by Juliet Menendez

Ages 4-8

Meet the Latinitas, whose big dreams paved the way for your little feet! With gorgeous, hand-painted illustrations, it shines a spotlight on the power of childhood dreams.

MacKids Books @mackidsbooks.bsky.social · 22d

Spend Latinx Heritage Month curled up with these picture books that uplift and celebrate culture, heritage, and community! (part 1 of 2)

Picture Books to Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month
September 15 - October 15

Book Cover: Oshun and Me, A Story of Love and Braids. Written by Adiba Nelson, illustrated by Alleanna Harris

Ags 3-6

A little girl learns about her Afro Latin heritage as her mom braids her hair with cowrie shells. *also available in Spanish

Book cover: Pearls in the Sand by Beatriz Gutierrez Hernandez

Ages 4-8

A deeply heartfelt picture book about sea turtle conservation efforts in Oaxaca, Mexico

Book Cover: Alberto Salas Plays Paka Paka Con La Papa

Ages 4-8

Go on the hunt for wild potatoes before they go extinct with Peruvian scientist Alberto Salas in this playful picture book biography. *also available in Spanish

1 1 3