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Bianca Schulze: The Children's Book Review
@tcbrbookreview.bsky.social
Founder of The Children's Book Review. Reader-writer-reviewer!
Bestselling author of 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up, Don't Wake the Dragon, and more. Sharing reviews, book lists, interviews with authors and illustrators, and tips for raising readers.
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Looking forward to connecting here! I'm Bianca Schulze, founder and editor of The Children's Book Review—a resource devoted to children's literature and literacy—and the host of The Growing Readers Podcast: www.thechildrensbookreview.com

I'm also the author of DON'T WAKE THE DRAGON and more!
The Children's Book Review | Growing Readers Every Day
1000s of the best new and popular books for young readers of all ages and grades, including picture books for young children, young adult and teen novels!
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
Fingers are crossed! Can’t wait!
Fingers crossed that flights to @ncte.org are not canceled or delayed because I am SO excited to be presenting with @writerjolene.bsky.social @tcbrbookreview.bsky.social @nadiasalomon.bsky.social #NyashaWilliams & signing copies of ONE GIRL'S VOICE at the Astra booth #922 on 11/21 at 1:30-2pm
November 16, 2025 at 6:17 AM
Honored to join @mattdelapena.bsky.social, @patzmiller.bsky.social, Jehan Madhani, & Valerie Bolling discussing how picture books shape young minds!
We explore tackling big themes, why storytelling matters, favorite childhood books, & what's next!
Read the full interview: bookstr.com/article/book...
Books Make Bridges: How Outstanding Picture Books Grow Young Minds
Sit down with five picture book authors as they share their insights into creating books for young readers and how important it is to help shape their minds.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:10 PM
5 exceptional kids' audiobooks that celebrate curiosity & connection—curated by @audiofilemagazine.bsky.social.
From a heartwarming story steeped in Chinese culture to the inspiring true tale of a blind astronomer who hears the stars.
Listen to samples: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/5-immersive-...
5 Immersive Kids’ Audiobooks That Celebrate Curiosity and Connection
These audiobooks will immerse listeners in cultural experiences with thoughtful productions, inspire budding scientists, and help families welcome the winter.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:40 PM
What happens when an Oscar-winning Pixar animator writes a novel for kids? Alan Barillaro (Piper) shares the vulnerable journey behind Bunns Rabbit—a story about finding your place when you're born different. From dyslexia to Dahl to following your heartsong: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
November 14, 2025 at 4:33 PM
🎉 The winners are in! Our Once Upon a Kwanzaa giveaway winners have been announced—including one grand prize winner receiving the book + a complete Kwanzaa Celebration Kit! 🕯️
Check if you won: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/once-upon-a-...
#OnceUponAKwanzaa #KwanzaaBooks #ChildrensBooks
Once Upon a Kwanzaa, by Nyasha Williams and Sidney Rose McCall | Awareness Tour
Step into the rich traditions of Kwanzaa with Nyasha Williams and Sidney Rose McCall’s beautiful new book, Once Upon a Kwanzaa.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:59 PM
✨ The countdown begins! Join us for the "12 Days of Getting Ready for Christmas" virtual book tour—a TCBR Editor's Pick! This charming picture book captures the beautiful whirlwind of getting ready for the season. Giveaways, reviews & more: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/12-days-of-g...
12 Days of Getting Ready for Christmas | Awareness Tour
Delight in festive fun, family moments, and holiday preparations in Tanya Harvey’s heartwarming picture book, 12 Days of Getting Ready for Christmas!
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
November 3, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Reposted by Bianca Schulze: The Children's Book Review
OMG #kidlit

[But, like — this is a fancy Out of Print Books tote (complimentary) with a Dior label on it. Which up-marketing I suppose is the point, in the logic of high fashion…. 🤔]
Was a bit worried about Jonathan Anderson at Dior. A little less worried now.

#MJMfashionGuide
November 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM
🎉📚 GIVEAWAY WINNERS ANNOUNCED!
The winners of the 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up giveaway are here! Check if you won: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/101-books-to...
Congrats! 🌟
#Giveaway #ChildrensBooks #BookLovers
101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (Revised Edition) | Awareness Tour
Get ready to embark on the ultimate reading adventure with Bianca Schulze’s 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (Revised Edition)!
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
October 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
"If one of my books can inspire a child to chase after a butterfly or look under a rock, then my job is done."

Our latest episode with science author @mstewartscience.bsky.social is LIVE. From the Big Bang to burps—this one's magical. 🚀

Listen: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/melissa-stew...
Melissa Stewart on Curiosity and Science Books
In this episode, Melissa Stewart shares how a third grader's question about burping turned into her latest book, From BAM to BURP.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
October 28, 2025 at 10:58 PM
🍎 Giveaway winners announced! Check the TCBR website to see if you won a signed copy of THE LAST APPLE TREE by @claudiamills123.bsky.social.

Not a winner? No worries—the book is now available in paperback wherever you get your books:
www.thechildrensbookreview.com/the-last-app...
The Last Apple Tree, by Claudia Mills | Awareness Tour
Discover the quiet power of memory, renewal, and the bonds that hold families together in Claudia Mills’ moving middle-grade story, The Last Apple Tree.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
October 28, 2025 at 7:37 PM
🎃 EXCLUSIVE COVER REVEAL!

The Princess in Black is going trick-or-treating! The Hales' newest adventure features Halloween hijinks, monsters in disguise, and some VERY confused goats.

See LeUyen Pham's stunning cover art BEFORE anyone else!

👉 www.thechildrensbookreview.com/the-princess...
The Princess in Black and the Trick-or-Treating Trouble | Cover Reveal
We’re beyond excited to celebrate the latest addition to the beloved Princess in Black series—The Princess in Black and the Trick-or-Treating Trouble!
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:51 PM
From 80M video views to a hilarious picture book! 📚 Author Sarah Scheerger talks about Dude. Be Nice—a story about good intentions gone adorably wrong. Plus: GIVEAWAY! 🎉 metwobooks.com/blog/dude-be... #DudeBeNice #KidLit #PictureBooks #BookGiveaway
Dude. Be Nice -Author Interview and Giveaway
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October 20, 2025 at 4:27 PM
"The only thing more painful than talking about difficult subjects is not talking about them." Author @claudiamills123.bsky.social shares a deeply personal reflection on family secrets & grief—& why children's books shouldn't shy away from hard conversations: www.literaryrambles.com/2025/10/writ...
October 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
📚 Teachers! The Fairview Review recommends "Once Upon a Kwanzaa" for your winter holidays unit. Features gorgeous illustrations of 7 families & introduces the Nguzo Saba beautifully. She'll be using it with students this year! Full review: fveslibrary.blogspot.com/2025/10/virt... #Kwanzaa
Virtual Book Tour <I>Once Upon a Kwanzaa</I>
Once Upon a Kwanzaa: Book Giveaway ABOUT THE BOOK Once Upon a Kwanzaa Written by  Nyasha Williams  and  Sidney Rose McCall Illustra...
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October 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
"This is when artists get to work." —Toni Morrison

Nyasha Williams & Sidney Rose McCall on why the 7 principles of Kwanzaa offer a pathway back to community, empathy & collective care—every single day.
Beautiful conversation about their book Once Upon a Kwanzaa: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
October 15, 2025 at 2:35 AM
How can we dream our way forward together?
Authors Nyasha Williams & Sidney Rose McCall discuss "Once Upon a Kwanzaa"—a picture book that serves as a blueprint for liberation, community-building, & dreaming at every age.
Read the Q&A: deborahkalbbooks.blogspot.com/2025/10/q-wi...
October 13, 2025 at 3:54 PM
🍎 Teachers! THE LAST APPLE TREE pairs perfectly with oral history units. Award-winning author @claudiamills123.bsky.social shares how this story inspires students to preserve family stories. GIVEAWAY includes a Zoom author visit! Read more: lifeiswhatitscalled.blogspot.com/2025/10/the-... #MGLIT
The Last Apple Tree Virtual Book Tour, Author Interview and Giveaway
A blog about tips and ideas to make life easier.
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October 13, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Writers: What if worldbuilding wasn't escapism, but a blueprint?
Nyasha Williams and Sidney Rose just dropped "Blueprints of Abundance"—a masterclass in sensory writing that transforms Kwanzaa's seven principles into lived, breathable worlds: nyashawilliams.substack.com/p/blueprints...
Blueprints of Abundance: Walking Through the Principles of Kwanzaa
Listen now | Preface to the Blueprint:
nyashawilliams.substack.com
October 10, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Ready to level up your children's writing?
RMC SCBWI's mentorship program is accepting applications!

Work directly with a dedicated mentor to develop your craft and revise your manuscript. I'm proud to be mentoring again!

Don't miss this chance: www.scbwi.org/regions/rmc/...
October 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Creating a definitive reading list for kids taught me something unexpected: the magic isn't in the perfect list—it's in opening doors and getting out of the way while young readers explore.
My honest take on revising 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up: bethandersonwriter.com/2025/10/10/b...
Behind the Scenes: “The Unexpected Lessons from Building a Children’s Reading Roadmap” by Bianca Schulze
How do we as parents, teachers, librarians, and authors decide which books are important for kids? With the range of possibilities delightfully wide, deep, and ever-growing, it’s hard to know…
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October 10, 2025 at 6:29 PM
🪨 Calling all parents of curious kids with pockets full of rocks!
These beautifully illustrated geology picture books transform earth science into irresistible stories—from volcanic beginnings to meteorite discoveries.

Get the complete list: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/six-stellar-...
Six Stellar Geology-Themed Picture Books | Book List – The Children's Book Review
These six rock-themed stories, curated by author Sandra Neil Wallace, highlight the thrill of discovery and the knowledge to be unlocked in the rocky find.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
October 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The Constitution can feel overwhelming even for adults! 😅 These 4 illustrated books break it down for kids ages 7-12+ in ways that actually stick.
Check out our guide: www.thechildrensbookreview.com/the-united-s...
#KidsBooks #CivicsEducation #TeacherResources
The United States Constitution Explained for Kids with Books
An understanding of the United States Constitution—and the amendments—will provide them with fuel for getting involved and making a difference. The following books offer up digestible information.
www.thechildrensbookreview.com
October 8, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Good intentions + hilarious outcomes = DUDE. BE NICE!

Virtual book tour kicks off TODAY with an epic giveaway (10 books + grand prize bundle!)

Enter: thechildrensbookreview.com/dude-be-nice...

#DudeBeNice

@penguinkids.bsky.social
Dude. Be Nice, by Sarah Scheerger | Awareness Tour
Get ready for giggles as we kick off the virtual book tour for Dude. Be Nice by Sarah Scheerger with Brent and Jamie Camalich.
thechildrensbookreview.com
October 8, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Looking for a book that helps kids understand different perspectives and practice compassion?

The Last Apple Tree is it!

This dual-POV novel is both heart-wrenching & hopeful.

Read why Glass of Milk Glass of Wine is calling this book a treasure: glassofwineglassofmilk.blogspot.com/2025/10/the-...
October 8, 2025 at 1:38 AM