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Los Angeles Children's Literature

A novel lesson for bullies

Dear LA Teacher,I'm in the third grade. I want to read a fun chapter book. Do you have any suggestions?Third GraderDear Third Grader,Hike Up...
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The girl who could fly

  • the girl who could fly
  • February 19, 2012
Dear LA Teacher,When I was 5 years old I had a dream that I could fly. It seemed so real, so when I woke up, I ran downstairs and outside next to...
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Recommended book list for toddlers who have questions about death and dying

Press coverage of the recent death of Michael Jackson has a lot of toddlers - who may hear their parents discussing it or inadvertently catch...
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The Mo Book

Have you heard of Mo's Nose?Mo is a rescued dog. In the Mo's nose "scentsational" book series, you can follow Mo on a journey as he...
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Great Children's Book Available for Free Online

Campfire McSquash has written a children's book and is making it available to everyone online for free. It's aimed at children between the ages of...
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Remember storytime? Local kids can enjoy a good read and crafts too!

Storybooks are a cherished part of the holiday season, reminding our children of the values of giving, friendship, family and celebrating religious...
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Discover Thrills and Chills in Tales for the Young and Young at Heart

Halloween arrived earlier than usual this year for my 8-year-old, who quickly fell under the spell of the deliciously spooky Coraline in class and...
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Exploration of the book Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz, Part Two

  • Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz
  • May 25, 2012
In the Kingdom of Stratovania, far above the atmosphere, a royal lackey named Hippenscop reported to King Strutoovious the Seventh (“Strut of...
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Exploration of the book Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz, Part One

  • Ozoplaning with the Wizard of Oz
  • May 24, 2012
1939 was a noteworthy year in Oztory. In August, Metro Goldwyn Mayer had released their musical movie adaptation of The Wizard of Oz to great...
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Exploration of the book The Silver Princess in Oz, Addendum

Well, dear readers, it seems I fibbed to you.I had been under the impression (as had others) that it was only in Captain Salt in Oz that none of...
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