Minedition US Books for Children

05/10/2021

A note from Minedition US Books for Children's Editorial Director Maria Russo: "PANGOLINA has its first starred review! This means so much to us as the book’s proud publishers, and as concerned citizens of Earth. Pangolins – the only mammals with scales – are under grave threat from poachers and trafficking. Our beloved Dr. Jane Goodall has done it again.

I also love the warm, richly textured art by Daishu Ma. Who can resist helping this adorable creature? Especially now that she’s *starred*! More than ever, I now understand how these pre-publication honors can boost a book’s visibility.

I sincerely hope this book will galvanize interest in the fate of this gentle endangered species. Through the story of a baby pangolin who’s captured by hunters, but rescued by a brave little girl, Jane Goodall calls attention to the plight of these friendly fellow creatures." Order your copy: https://geni.us/h6uACx

05/09/2021

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms, near and far, big and small ❤️ Thanks to our illustrators for perfectly capturing all this #mothersdaylove!

Eve Tharlet, Giuliano Ferri, Dr. Jane Goodall, Daishu Ma, Patricia De Arias, Laura Borràs, Robert Ingpen, Dipacho, Geraldine Elschner, Kazuaki Yamada, Yusuke Yonezu, Yasushi Muraki

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms, near and far, big and small ❤️ Thanks to our illustrators for perfectly capturing all this #mothersdaylove!

Eve Tharlet, Giuliano Ferri, Dr. Jane Goodall, Daishu Ma, Patricia De Arias, Laura Borràs, Robert Ingpen, Dipacho, Geraldine Elschner, Kazuaki Yamada, Yusuke Yonezu, Yasushi Muraki

05/04/2021

Reading is a superpower! Happy #ChildrensBookWeek from @mineditionus to all the little super-readers out there. Tag someone who loves reading and we'll send you one free board book!*

#bookweeksuperpower #bookweek #superpower #kidlit #celebrate #books #reading #art *Up to 10 winners! US only.

Reading is a superpower! Happy #ChildrensBookWeek from @mineditionus to all the little super-readers out there. Tag someone who loves reading and we'll send you one free board book!*

#bookweeksuperpower #bookweek #superpower #kidlit #celebrate #books #reading #art *Up to 10 winners! US only.

05/01/2021

Thanks to @houstonlibraryfinds for this brilliant post about potty books!

#repost Let’s talk about potty humor... my kids love it. [#reviewcopyprovided @tundrabooks ]

All potty humor books are not created equal, but I’ve got a few that are really cute and fun. Yep, you heard me. I said these books about poop are cute.

Poop AND an interactive element?!?! I’m pretty sure “Where Do You Poop?” was made specifically for my silly kids 😂. The read pull tabs to reveal the different types of poop from several animals, ultimately leading to how a child might potty. This would be a great potty training book!

Thank you so much @tundrabooks , @pubspotlight , @greystonekidsbooks and @mineditionus for our review copies.

“Whose Poo?” by Daisy Bird and Marianna Coppo
Tundra Books

“Where Do You Poop?” by Agnese Baruzzi
Minedition

“This Poop is Mine!” by Gusti
NubeOcho

“Animals Brag About Their Bottoms” by Maki Saito
Greystone Kids

04/30/2021

Spring is in the air! LITTLE CHICK GROWS UP will spark conversations with young readers about growing up, animals, farm life, and being part of an ecosystem. This beautiful book is written and illustrated by the talented Yu Hongcheng: https://geni.us/U6KM

Spring is in the air! LITTLE CHICK GROWS UP will spark conversations with young readers about growing up, animals, farm life, and being part of an ecosystem. This beautiful book is written and illustrated by the talented Yu Hongcheng: https://geni.us/U6KM

04/27/2021

2021 Regulations | The Golden Pinwheel Young Illustrators Competition

"Who knows where the next great children's book artist may be waiting to be discovered?" - Leonard S. Marcus, Golden Pinwheel Astra Award Contest Jury President

Calling all illustrators! Enter the Golden Pinwheel Young Illustrators Competition for the chance to win $5000 and an international publishing contract via the new Golden Pinwheel Astra Award. Open to artists ages 16-39 from around the world. Submit by June 28.

Details here: http://www.ccbfgoldenpinwheel.com.cn/en/category/page-list/detail!2021Astra-cn

Submit here: http://www.ccbfgoldenpinwheel.com.cn/en/index/introduction

The first China Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair (CCBF) was held in 2013 under the guidance of State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television, co-organised by Shanghai Press & Publication Administration, China Education Publishing & Media Group Ltd., and China Un...

04/22/2021

Ready Set Draw! with Klaas Verplancke THE KINGS GOLDEN BEARD

On this episode of Ready Set Draw! from KidLit TV, Studio Klaas Verplancke - Illustration & Animation teaches us how to draw the guards from THE KING'S GOLDEN BEARD!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZkcA5Ei6ck

https://kidlit.tvOn this episode of Ready Set Draw! Klaas Verplancke teaches us how to draw the guards from THE KING'S GOLDEN BEARD!SUPPLIES-Pencil-Thick bac...

04/22/2021

What choice would you make to preserve nature this #EarthDay? This beautiful illustration by Annika Siems from ONE BOY'S CHOICE features a little boy of the Amazon who is excited to go on his first fishing trip with his grandad. He wants to catch the biggest fish! After hours of drifting among the water-lilies, at last they capture a huge Arowana. But, as Grandad explains, sometimes catching the biggest fish isn’t the best way to preserve the river’s bounty. This #picturebook is a stunning conversation starter written by Sueli Menezes. Learn more: https://geni.us/UwilR

What choice would you make to preserve nature this #EarthDay? This beautiful illustration by Annika Siems from ONE BOY'S CHOICE features a little boy of the Amazon who is excited to go on his first fishing trip with his grandad. He wants to catch the biggest fish! After hours of drifting among the water-lilies, at last they capture a huge Arowana. But, as Grandad explains, sometimes catching the biggest fish isn’t the best way to preserve the river’s bounty. This #picturebook is a stunning conversation starter written by Sueli Menezes. Learn more: https://geni.us/UwilR

04/21/2021

Discover OUR PLANET just in time for #EarthDay! A story that needs no words, its message is powerfully conveyed through Jimi Lee’s pictures. This adorable diecut #boardbook is an environmental fairy tale for today’s imperfect world. https://geni.us/fmp0Vm

04/21/2021

The eighth Václav Havel Human Rights Prize – which honours outstanding civil society action in defence of human rights – has been awarded to Saudi women’s rights activist Loujain AlHathloul. We are so proud of this amazing woman who has sacrificed so much herself to fight for a better life for Saudi women, and so proud to be publishing LOUJAIN DREAMS OF SUNFLOWERS in Spring 2022.

Spread the word about Loujain's work—her bravery lifts up women all around the world. https://www.loujaindreamsofsunflowers.com/

The eighth Václav Havel Human Rights Prize – which honours outstanding civil society action in defence of human rights – has been awarded to Saudi women’s rights activist Loujain AlHathloul. We are so proud of this amazing woman who has sacrificed so much herself to fight for a better life for Saudi women, and so proud to be publishing LOUJAIN DREAMS OF SUNFLOWERS in Spring 2022.

Spread the word about Loujain's work—her bravery lifts up women all around the world. https://www.loujaindreamsofsunflowers.com/

04/20/2021

Sharing a book is one of the best ways to say "I love you" to a child in your life. What book do you love reading with little ones?

#childrensbooks #preschoollife #teachersofinstagram #babylibrarian #kidlit

Sharing a book is one of the best ways to say "I love you" to a child in your life. What book do you love reading with little ones?

#childrensbooks #preschoollife #teachersofinstagram #babylibrarian #kidlit

04/19/2021

April showers mean more time to snuggle up inside with a good book! What are your little ones reading this week? #raiseareader

April showers mean more time to snuggle up inside with a good book! What are your little ones reading this week? #raiseareader

04/16/2021

Who's Hiding in This Box? by Giuliano Ferri

Who's hiding? Follow the clues and lift the flaps to find out! With fun patterns and footprints, young children will love figuring out who’s in each box before lifting that flap to find the answer. Discover more: https://geni.us/eHdxLVg

This adorable board book supports toddlers' hand-eye coordination—and leads to some very exciting guessing games and conversations with your little one. “A little gem worth opening many times…. young children… will love opening the flaps to reveal which animal is in the box. Who’s Hiding in This Box? will easily become a favorite board book. Come on!” — Kid Lit Reviews

04/16/2021

Fall in love again with the classic favorite THE LITTLE MERMAID. A beloved Hans Christian Andersen tale, illustrated by Lizbeth Zwerger, one of the greatest children’s illustrators of our time. Peek inside here: https://geni.us/eny3A

The story of the little mermaid who fell in love with a human boy is well-known and loved by millions—but in the hands of internationally acclaimed illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger, it feels brand new. This poignant tale of unrequited love and self-sacrifice helped establish Andersen as one of the foremost writers of fairy tales in the world. Zwerger’s signature illustrations add fresh whimsy and charm to Andersen’s creation, and her art harmonizes perfectly with the carefully edited translation.

Fall in love again with the classic favorite THE LITTLE MERMAID. A beloved Hans Christian Andersen tale, illustrated by Lizbeth Zwerger, one of the greatest children’s illustrators of our time. Peek inside here: https://geni.us/eny3A

The story of the little mermaid who fell in love with a human boy is well-known and loved by millions—but in the hands of internationally acclaimed illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger, it feels brand new. This poignant tale of unrequited love and self-sacrifice helped establish Andersen as one of the foremost writers of fairy tales in the world. Zwerger’s signature illustrations add fresh whimsy and charm to Andersen’s creation, and her art harmonizes perfectly with the carefully edited translation.

04/14/2021

The king has spoken! #repost @klaas_verplancke_official At last, the time has come to unveil an animated peek (uploaded in 2 parts) into my upcoming brand new picture book, THE KING’s GOLDEN BEARD, a hairy tale for all ages! Originally published in the USA this book is yet worldwide available for pre-order (link in bio) in English, French and German and will be in stores in two weeks. I couldn’t have done this without the amazing @mineditionus team: @mariaclairerusso , Michael and Leonard, you are golden! Also massive thanks to the production and promo team, @penguinbooks for the distribution and @arevik.dor , @michaelyurchak and Tigran Kuzikyan for making this glittering trailer.

"A clever, biting fable!” — @publisherswkly

"A deeply satisfying allegorical tale.” — @kirkus_reviews

"A worthy addition to any library, and a useful tool for teaching humility and respect.” — @sljournal

“A witty story, exquisitely drawn!” — Award-winning artist, author, graphic designer @abstractsunday

“A new children’s classic” — @treyburley

“Rapunzel has nothing on the vainglorious king from this sly cautionary [picture book] …. “The law may be the law, but some laws are bad for your health,” a new king remarks with distinct schadenfreude. Readers fond of Jon Klassen’s karmic tales will agree.” — Booklist / @americanlibraryassociation

Stay tuned for more teasers and reviews or go to link in bio.

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04/12/2021

Who says HISSSS? Find out who makes each sound in the creative and exciting lift-the-flap Peek-a-Who? and Peek-a-Who Too?, written and illustrated by Elsa Mroziewicz Learn more: https://geni.us/AXBGPx

“Each spread in this creative board book ask the question, ‘Who says?’ about an animal noise, and readers lift away the page flaps to see the answer/animal. The flaps move in different directions depending on the animal, and amazingly the book stands up on its own (i.e. you can shelve it with the rest of your board books!).” – Let’s Talk Picture Books

04/09/2021

Dive into this wonderful weekend activity—can you draw the King's Golden Beard? Thanks to author Klaas Verplancke and Arevik d'Or for this wonderful video, and KidLit TV for hosting!

Get your pencils ready and jump in here: https://www.kidlit.tv/2021/04/ready-set-draw-the-guards-from-the-kings-golden-beard/

We never see the king 👑 in Klaas Verplancke's ✨NEW✨ #picturebook, THE KING'S GOLDEN BEARD -- just his long, lush, golden beard. The king's guards on the other hand are EVERYWHERE -- and each one is different!

Join Klass for #ReadySetDraw on @KidLitTV_NYC and learn to create your own guards -- tall or small -- whatever suits your version of this "hairy tale"! 🎥 Click here: https://www.kidlit.tv/KlaasVerplanckeReadySetDraw

Arevik d'Or Klaas Verplancke Minedition US Books for Children Deborah Sloan

04/08/2021

Where Do YOU Poop? by Agnese Baruzzi

It's the big question on every #pottytraining parent's mind... "Where Do You Poop?" Check out Agnese Baruzzi's new board book perfect for playing with while you sit on the potty. Preorder here: https://geni.us/g3SNpP

04/07/2021

While You're Away by Theoodoris Papioannou: 9781662650055 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books

This book makes a beautiful addition to any #EarthDay collection. Discover more here: https://geni.us/aiCNZn3

A beautiful story that humbly conveys the importance of paying attention to nature. "★A gentle reminder to appreciate the natural world and its creatures." -- School Library Journal...

04/07/2021

A beautiful forest illustration by Petros Boulaubasis from Thodoris Papaioannou's While You're Away!

A beautiful forest illustration by Petros Boulaubasis from Thodoris Papaioannou's While You're Away!

04/06/2021

Thank a librarian today! From our very first board books all the way through adulthood, library workers help connect us to the books that bring words to life. THANK YOU, LIBRARIANS from all of us at Minedition US Books for Children!

04/03/2021

Happy Birthday Jane Goodall! We’re honored to work with someone who makes a difference every day — and proud to share your thoughtful books with children everywhere.

Happy Birthday Jane Goodall! We’re honored to work with someone who makes a difference every day — and proud to share your thoughtful books with children everywhere.

04/03/2021

Happy Birthday, Jane Goodall!

Happy Birthday to our friend Jane Goodall. Thank you for sharing stories of the human-animal connection and helping children all over the world understand and appreciate animals!

Dr. Jane Goodall, the Jane Goodall Institute

04/02/2021

Register for free for storytime with the amazing Klaas Verplancke! He'll read his new picture book THE KING'S GOLDEN BEARD—register and order your copy here: https://loom.ly/BAwLtqQ

Don't miss #storytime with acclaimed author-illustrator Klaas Verplancke tomorrow morning for his hilarious new picture book THE KING'S GOLDEN BEARD!

Register for free / order the book: https://loom.ly/BAwLtqQ

03/31/2021

3 Picture Books Get the Royal Treatment

It's a The New York Times Book Review for THE KING'S GOLDEN BEARD... congratulations! Klaas Verplancke's “The King’s Golden Beard” begins “a long long time ago,” as most fairy tales do. But as the story unfolds, what once might have been “long ago” seems eerily not so long ago at all... Often in fairy tales the king’s harebrained (in this case hairbrained) decree backfires... in Verplancke’s story, the king’s decree backfires on the king, whose vanity shatters him.

Click through to read the review, and order your copy of the book at your favorite bookstore: https://geni.us/AmgqiJ

Studio Klaas Verplancke - Illustration & Animation

Leo Timmers, Mylo Freeman and Klaas Verplancke take us inside the minds of two loony kings and a once blue princess.

03/30/2021

Peekaboo by Giuliano Ferri

So fun! Peek inside Peekabook on Kinderboo's blog.

Children will love to play peekaboo with the adorable animals in this interactive board book. Simple and lovely, this interactive offering would make a delightful addition to any board-book collection for infants and toddlers. See who’s hiding behind each flap as different animals appear from behi...