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Publishing award-winning books and magazines for children ages 2 to 14 since 1976 πŸ“š shop.owlkids.com

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OWL Cool Job Alert! #50thAnniversary #OWLReaderEdition πŸ¦‰

Check out the March/April 2026 issue interview, where we talk to Meteorologist #KelseyMcEwen about her awesome career journey! 🌦️

Fun fact: Kelsey's favorite weather is a sunny autumn day β˜€οΈπŸ

#CoolJobs

05.03.2026 19:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
One Cosmic Rock by @karenkrossing.com @dreamist.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social -- wonderful fir home and classroom libraries!

One Cosmic Rock by @karenkrossing.com @dreamist.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social -- wonderful fir home and classroom libraries!

πŸ“šπŸ‘One Cosmic Rock by @karenkrossing.com @dreamist.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social -- wonderful for home and class libraries!

#kidlit #picturebooks

05.03.2026 17:01 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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πŸŽ‰AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT πŸŽ‰

Two of our books are #FINALISTS for the Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Canadian Picture Book Award πŸ₯³

LITTLE MOMENTS IN A BIG UNIVERSE
YOU CAN'T TAME A TIGER

Congratulations to our talented illustrators on this amazing achievement ... well done πŸ‘

#Award #AwardAnnouncement #KidLit

05.03.2026 16:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Read the reviews for A SALMON STORY: PROTECTING THE FUTURE πŸ’™

"The perfect choice for budding environmentalists." β€”School Library Journal

"An eloquent, richly illustrated cry for attention to a pressing ecological issue." β€”Kirkus Reviews

Releases March 10, 2026! πŸ’™

#NewBooks #NewBooksForSpring

04.03.2026 16:03 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This beautiful book celebrates imperfections as a storm sweeps away a beloved stuffed toy, causing it to become tattered and torn. Told with cut paper and fabric illustrations, this book is visually unique and can be used to start conversations about Japanese culture and repairing vs. replacing.

03.03.2026 18:08 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW FOR SPRING 🩡

THE MAN IN MOTION: HOW RICK HANSEN’S WORLD TOUR HELPED BREAK DOWN BARRIERS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES releases April 07, 2026!

"A strong choice for classrooms." β€”SLJ

"A truly moving tale." β€”Kirkus Reviews

Pre-order your copy today 🧑

#NewBooks #NewBooksForSpring

03.03.2026 17:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's #March! 🌈

Check out the covers of the CHIRP, CHICKADEE, and OWL issues!

Filled with fun activities, cool facts, rib-tickling jokes, and interesting puzzles - perfect for the classroom and home! 🎨

#Reading #Art #Crafts #Paints #CoolJobs #50thAnniversary

02.03.2026 16:05 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The American Library Association’s list of the Best Sustainability Books for Kids 2026  including β€˜The Buzz on Wild Bees’ , Owlkids Books

The American Library Association’s list of the Best Sustainability Books for Kids 2026 including β€˜The Buzz on Wild Bees’ , Owlkids Books

 β€˜The Buzz on Wild Bees’ cover with a large bee in the flowers written by Kira Vermond and illustrated by June Steube. Published by Owlkids Books

β€˜The Buzz on Wild Bees’ cover with a large bee in the flowers written by Kira Vermond and illustrated by June Steube. Published by Owlkids Books

Thrilled to see β€˜The Buzz on Wild Bees’ on this wonderful list of the ALA’s Best Sustainability Books for Kids 2026!!
Thanks to @kiravermond.bsky.social for her humorous, engaging text! Published by @owlkids.bsky.social

#kidlitnonfiction #kidlitbooks #picturebooks
#kidlitartist #picturebookart

27.02.2026 14:59 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Most Anticipated: Our Spring 2026 Books for Young Readers Preview Β· Blog Post Β· 49th Shelf Books for young readers that will delight readers of ALL ages! All your favourites from the first half of 2026. 

Thanks, @49thshelf.bsky.social, for including ONE COSMIC ROCK in your list of Most Anticipated Spring 2026 Books for Young Readers!
@dreamist.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social

Here's the list: 49thshelf.com/Blog/2026/02...

24.02.2026 18:16 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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For our #50thAnniversary, OWL magazine will be highlighting OWL readers in our Cool Jobs feature! πŸ¦‰πŸŽ‰

Check out this issue's interview, featuring #ComicCreator BrianMcLachlan!

Don't miss this #SpecialAnniversary edition of #CoolJobs over the year πŸ₯³

#OWLmagazine #50Years #SpecialEdition

26.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy #PinkShirtDay πŸ’—

PINK IS FOR EVERYBODY is an uplifting ode to self-expression that emphasizes the importance of creativity and acceptance!

"Pink is for everybody! And so is this book." β€”School Library Journal

#Acceptance #Kindness #Caring #Inclusion #SEL #DiverseBooks #KidLit

25.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Head over to OwlkidsBooks.com to read our new blog series! #50thAnniversary πŸ¦‰

NOTES FROM THE NEST is a #BlogSeries where we look at the past to highlight fifty years of great books πŸŽ‰

Read our first post here! https://ow.ly/Hw3L50YjBlt ❀️

#NotesFromTheNest#OwlkidsBooks

24.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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WHAT IF MARTY DOESN'T LIKE MY PARTY? is a Texas Library Association 2026 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Selection πŸ₯³

A huge thank you to the #TexasLibraryAssociation for including this book on your listπŸŽ‰

#JuniorGraphicNovel #KidLit

23.02.2026 16:02 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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This book is fun, funny, and highly interactive as Simon the seagull gets separated from his flock. Readers must turn pages in both directions as animals help Simon navigate. This book is unique, creative, and an entertaining way to help children practice left and right.

19.02.2026 15:04 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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New in #Paperback GOLDEN THREADS is now available ❀️

"An inspiring cross-cultural message showing that our experiences make us stronger." —⭐ Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

"One doesn’t need to be perfect to be loved." —⭐ SLJ, STARRED REVIEW

#BookReview #NewReleases #PictureBook

19.02.2026 21:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW FOR SPRING ❀️

SIMON TURNS RIGHT releases March 17, 2026!

Expressive illustrations and funny scenarios provide an interactive and entertaining opportunity for young readers to go on an adventure and practice left and right.

Pre-order your copy today ❀️

#NewBooks #KidLit

19.02.2026 19:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Praise for SAMINA GOES TO A WEDDING: CELEBRATIONS FROM A BANGLADESHI MARRIAGE ❀️

"An immersive window into Bengali wedding traditions." β€”Kirkus Reviews

"An occasion to thrill ... Enlivened by festive illustrations in vibrant spreads." β€”School Library Journal

#BookReview #NewBooks #NewReleases

18.02.2026 21:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW FOR SPRING 🧑

THERE'S A UNICORN IN YOUR EAR releases March 17, 2026!

"A surefire hit for those who love their unicorn tales." β€”Kirkus Reviews

Through her own perseverance, charming and wise-cracking Tracy becomes the hero of her own whimsical journey!

Pre-order today 🧑

#NewBooks #KidLit

18.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Congrats @karenkrossing.com @dreamist.bsky.social @owlkids.bsky.social on ONE COSMIC ROCK: The Story of the Asteroid that Changed Our World.

I put together this flipthru to give you a peek at this uplifting celebration of resilience & adaptation after a defining event in Earth's history. #EduSky

17.02.2026 14:39 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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Happy book birthday to my nonfiction picture book ONE COSMIC ROCK, wonderfully illustrated by @dreamist.bsky.social! This book opens space for readers to ponder their evolutionary existence as a celebration of resilience.
@owlkids.bsky.social
@picturebookseh.bsky.social
@curtisbrownltd.bsky.social

17.02.2026 13:18 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 3
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Karen Krossing IntroducesΒ One Cosmic Rock Cover of ONE COSMIC ROCK, illustrated by Julia Vasileva

Today on our blog, author @karenkrossing.com joins Picture Books, Eh! to discuss her new book ONE COSMIC ROCK, illustrated by @dreamist.bsky.social.

"SMASH!β€”an icy cosmic rock crashed into the planet, and life on Earth was completely changed."

@owlkids.bsky.social
@curtisbrownltd.bsky.social

16.02.2026 18:11 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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‼️ It's #PubDay for our February releases πŸŽ‰ ‼️

ONE COSMIC ROCK
GUS UPSTAIRS
SAMINA GOES TO A WEDDING
New in #Paperback GOLDEN THREADS

A big congratulations to our lovely authors and illustrators πŸ₯³ Available at wherever books are found πŸŽ‰

#BookBirthday #HappyBookBirthday #NewBooks

17.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Praise for ONE COSMIC ROCK: THE STORY OF THE ASTEROID THAT CHANGED OUR WORLD β˜„οΈ

"A joyous, lyrical celebration of planetary life." β€”Kirkus Reviews

#BookReview #Reviews #Books #NewBooks #UpcomingBooks #NewReleases #PubDay #Publishing #PictureBook

16.02.2026 21:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Books for #Ramadan and #Eid ✨

ALIYA'S SECRET: A STORY OF RAMADANβ€”Readers will get swept up in the festivities and be inspired to share a meal with their community!

THE EIDI BAGβ€”A cheerful holiday story that provides an authentic look at Eid Ul Fitr!

#RamadanMubarak #EidUlFitr #EidUlAdha #KidLit

16.02.2026 19:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW FOR SPRING πŸ’œ

TIME TO LEAVE, LAVERNE! releases March 10, 2026!

"An engaging tale of emotional regulation." β€”Kirkus Reviews

"This picture book reassures children that they can listen to advice and take action in solving their problems." β€”Booklist

Pre-order your copy today πŸ’œ

#NewBooks #BookSky

16.02.2026 16:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Praise for GUS UPSTAIRS 🐢

"A sunny tale of communal living and compromiseβ€”with an adorable pooch at its center." β€”Kirkus Reviews

#BookReview #Reviews #Books #NewBooks #UpcomingBooks #NewReleases #PubDay #Publishing #Dog #DogBooks #PictureBook

15.02.2026 19:00 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Learn about henna wedding traditions in SAMINA GOES TO A WEDDING πŸ’—

"An immersive window into Bengali wedding traditions." β€”Kirkus

"An occasion to thrill." β€”SLJ

SAMINA GOES TO A WEDDING is a unique informational picture book about Bangladeshi wedding traditions!

#NewBooks #Henna #Mehndi #KidLit

14.02.2026 16:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Books about love πŸ’— Happy #ValentinesDay and #FamilyDay to all!

BUNNY MADE TEA
LOVE YOU FROM HEAD TO TOE
RAVEN'S RIBBONS
LOVE IS IN THE BEAR
I SANG YOU DOWN FROM THE STARS
MY CAT LOOKS LIKE MY DAD

#BookAboutLove #PictureBooksLove #Family #Friendship #SweetPictureBooks #Kindness #KidLit #BookSky

13.02.2026 21:24 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A Few of my Favourite Things: My valentine in poems and pictures, published in this month's chickaDEE magazine!

@owlkids.bsky.social
#authorillustrator

09.02.2026 16:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Book cover of Left-Handed: Getting a Grip on Handedness, written by Maria Birmingham, illustrated by Catherine Chan, shows four left hands, one holding the title sign

Book cover of Left-Handed: Getting a Grip on Handedness, written by Maria Birmingham, illustrated by Catherine Chan, shows four left hands, one holding the title sign

Learn about being a lefty in @mkbirmingham.bsky.social's latest #MG #NF book LEFT-HANDED: GETTING A GRIP ON HANDEDNESS from @owlkids.bsky.social (illus by Catherine Chan). Kids will too enjoy a couple of little quizzes for them & their pets. canlitforlittlecanadians.blogspot.com/2026/02/left...

10.02.2026 19:11 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0