Puddles, Pirates, and Whales, Oh My!

This season’s selection of coastal-themed books for kids.

Nov 21, 2019 | 2,200 words, about 11 minutes

New Beach Reads for Kids of All Ages

This season’s selections take readers to beaches, islands, and the rainforest, where they meet an inspiring cast of characters.

Jul 2, 2019 | 1,700 words, about 9 minutes

A New Wave of Coastal Kids’ Books

From light reads about life on Canada’s west coast to serious subjects such as the Syrian refugee crisis, this season’s selections offer engaging reads for kids of all ages.

Nov 19, 2018 | 1,900 words, about 9 minutes

Coastal Reads to Help Kids Chill Out This Summer

Family ties, seals, and the wonders of the Pacific Northwest are all themes in this season’s books.

Jun 26, 2018 | 1,500 words, about 8 minutes

Coastal Kids’ Books to Cozy Up with This Season

Our selections introduce young readers to white black bears, clever (and not so clever) pirates, and the newest island on Earth.

Dec 7, 2017 | 1,300 words, about 6 minutes

Coastal Books to Keep the Kids Busy This Summer

From the Shark Lady to refugees who traveled by sea, this season’s stories are sure to inspire.

Jun 15, 2017 | 1,500 words, about 7 minutes

Book Review: Iep Jāltok

A poetry collection explores the stories of the Marshallese people and the fallout of the US military’s nuclear testing on the islands.

Mar 17, 2017 | 500 words, about 2 minutes

Book Review: Ice Bear

A richly illustrated book explores the cultural history of the Arctic’s iconic symbol: the polar bear.

Mar 3, 2017 | 450 words, about 2 minutes