Building an accepting community would be impossible without raising awareness of important social issues in children. For children who are too young to know much about the birds and the bees, educating them about LGBT issues is often a... Read More

We are all familiar with the tragedies that have happened in recent months regarding the deaths of black men by the hands of the police. No matter your personal feelings on the issue—if you feel police actions were justified or... Read More

As tragic as it is, we only have 150 spots for reviews in each issue of the print edition of Foreword Reviews. 150! I could take all those review slots and use them up on awesome comics and graphic novels, but I’m not allowed (not... Read More

For many of us, love of books began when we were young. It’s wonderful to introduce children to a connection with books that could last a lifetime. So, for the love of books, and kids, here are sixteen books reviewed in our July/August... Read More

Children are big dreamers; with just imagination they can go to space or rule massive kingdoms. But sometimes, the wishes of children are on a smaller scale. Sometimes, they want to connect with their parents or simply find a quiet place... Read More

It seems there are never-ending ways to tell a story—particularly with children’s books. From a bluebird who searches for her true self to a gorilla who teaches how to slow down and appreciate life, these children’s books, reviewed... Read More

Children’s books are colorful, imaginative, creative. There’s a reason children love to be read to; their books are instilled with wonder and fun characters. But the depth of children’s books cannot be overlooked. Characters find... Read More

At first glance, some of these books may look like pure fun, with cute drawings and silly story lines sure to induce lots of giggles at storytime. But each colorful page and goofy premise has an important message—from the importance of... Read More