Internet Resources for Parents, Teachers & Children's Librarians

Librarians' Index to the Internet
International Association of School Librarianship

Children's Literature


Children's Literature - publishes a monthly newsletter of reviews, and also publishes bibliographies and other guides to children's literature. Site includes sample reviews and profiles of authors and illustrators.
Morality and Spirituality in Children's and Young Adults Literature - guide to education resources related to morality and spirituality in children's and young adults literature, including lesson plans.
Children's Literature - publishes a monthly newsletter of reviews, and also publishes bibliographies and other guides to children's literature. Site includes sample reviews and profiles of authors and illustrators
Children'sLiterature: A Newsletter for Adults - designed to enhance children's literacy by helping adults find the best children's books -- hundreds of reviews on-line.
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site Reviewed Books - reviews of great books for kids. Includes activities to teach particular subjects, curriculum areas, and themes.
Children'sLiterature Web Guide - a comprehensive guide to Internet resources related to books for children and young adults.
Children'sLiterature Matters - annual conference for teachers, librarians, parents, and others who help children discover the joys of reading.
National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature - non-profit organization providing recognition of artistic achievements of illustrators and gallery exhibition of their works.

Alan Review
Respected print journal publishes guides to young adult literature helpful to teachers and parents.
Booklist
Presented by the American Library Association, highly regarded reviews of the latest books and electronic media.
Carol Hurst's Children's Lit Newsletter
Quarterly online newsletter covering children's literature: new books, topics in depth, old favorites revisited, and other resources.
Children's Literature
Reviews of children's books, together with ideas for classroom activities, and a small number of professional resources.
The Lion and the Unicorn
Theme and genre-centered international journal committed to serious discussion of children's literature.
Ms Smith's English Page
Concise collection of links to authors, writing resources, novel notes, biographies, fun with words, and other literary interests


Other Internet Resources

Bedtime-Story
Whimsical, magical, adventurous, humorous, and creative stories for busy parents to read to children. Indexed by story category.
Study-Help
For parents who want to understand what their children are studying so they can provide better assisitance. Also for kids who want help.

Christmas

HomeArts for the Holidays
Site for parents sponsored by Home Arts featuring fun and games, toy safety tips, and ways to channel kids manic holiday energy.
Spirit of Christmas, The
Like to do something for less fortunate kids this Christmas? Details for parents of program for diadvantaged children in Houston Texas area.