Press Room
Tried and true—and translated
When we publish books in translation, we can choose books that we already know children love. We’ve seen how they are enjoyed in their original language and watched them travel through other countries and cultures. Susanne Strasser creates board books with a snowballing narrative that are popular with children from Brazil to Vietnam as well […] View →
Lerner Publisher Services Spring 2025: Cheriton, Hungry Tomato, Ruby Tuesday
If your shelves need a series nonfiction update, you’ve come to the right place. This list is packed full of STEM topics for elementary through upper grades, covering everything from outer space and high-tech inventions to the animal kingdom and plant life. Enjoy perusing these Spring 2025 releases from several of our esteemed publishing partners: […] View →
Partnering to Build Inclusive School Communities: Lerner + AmazeWorks
We’re proud to partner with AmazeWorks, an organization committed to the power of belonging. Together, we’ve created the Friendship Across Differences Kit—a thoughtfully curated book set featuring five powerful stories and an easy-to-use curriculum designed to help students form friendships across cultural, racial, and religious differences. With this kit, educators can: Books Included: The Rabbi […] View →
Librarian Prep Post: July Reads That Celebrate Identity and the Natural World
Planning ahead for summer themes? July offers great opportunities to connect readers with books that celebrate the wonders of nature and the power of identity. This Librarian Prep Post features some spotlight titles and inclusive stories perfect for Shark Week and Disability Pride Month—so you can stock up and be ready to inspire. Shark Week […] View →
Young Creators Take Over Lerner Publishing Group: Bring Your Kids to Work Day
What do people do all day in publishing? These kids found out! View →
Happy Book Birthday: May New Releases
May marks the beginning of many sunny days and the birthday of some exciting new releases! From captivating stories to fun adventures, this month is packed with treasures to explore. New Picture Books String Ball by Chris Monroe When a curious kitten stumbles upon its young owner’s string ball craft project, slips inside, and begins […] View →
The Black Mambas: An Interview with Kelly Crull
Join a patrol in The Black Mambas: The World’s First All-Woman Anti-Poaching Unit by Kelly Crull. This anti-poaching team is unlike any other: they carry no weapons. Instead, they keep animals safe with frequent patrols and a keen eye for footprints, snares, and other clues that poachers are nearby. These courageous women work in a […] View →
Free Student Activities and Teaching Resources
Looking for fun and free teaching resources to enhance your classroom or library? You’re in the right place! We have a treasure trove of downloadable and printable teaching guides and activities. Whether you’re supporting Common Core instruction in the classroom or creating engaging activities for library programs, we’ve got something for every teacher and librarian. […] View →
We Are the Scrappy Ones: An Interview with Illustrator Kirbi Fagan
We Are the Scrappy Ones by Rebekah Taussig is an anthem of belonging, celebrating the wide range of disabled children and affirming their worth, just as they are. Luminous illustrations by Kirbi Fagan portray a diverse cast of characters living, learning, and playing. Settle in for a warm, joy-filled book that celebrates and affirms disabled […] View →
The Big Tournament: An Interview with Illustrator Mathilde Van Gheluwe
Embark on a thrilling, delicious journey in The Big Tournament! Magda, a twelve-year-old chef earns a place in the prestigious Intergalactic Cooking Tournament with her exceptional dishes. The stakes of this tournament are much higher than a trophy: Nectar—a world-healing substance—is on the line. But during the tournament, Magda uncovers a galaxy-spanning conspiracy, and now […] View →
The Pecan Sheller: An Interview with Author Lupe Ruiz-Flores
Set in 1930s San Antonio, The Pecan Sheller follows thirteen-year-old Petra whose aspirations are put on hold after her father’s death leaves her caring for younger siblings and supporting her struggling stepmother. Forced to leave school, Petra endures grueling conditions as she works in a pecan-shelling factory. When tragedy strikes due to the unhealthy environment […] View →
Remembering Harry Lerner, Founder of Lerner Publishing Group
It is with deep sadness that Lerner Publishing Group announces the death of Harry Lerner at the age of 93. Harry passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, surrounded by his family. For more than six decades, Harry shaped the landscape of children’s publishing—and his impact can be felt in libraries, classrooms, and reading lives across the […] View →
Harry Lerner, Founder and Chairman of Lerner Publishing Group, Dies at 93
It is with deep sadness that Lerner Publishing Group announces the death of Harry Lerner at the age of 93. Harry passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, surrounded by his family. Mr. Lerner leaves behind an enormous legacy in the children’s book publishing industry as the founder of one of the nation’s largest independent publishers. View →
Sharks Unhooked: An Interview with Author Patricia Newman
Some people are scared of sharks, but not Cristina Zenato. Sharks Unhooked: The Adventures of Cristina Zenato, Underwater Ranger is the true story of how one woman is exploring the ocean, helping our ecosystem, and forming incredible bonds with animals beneath the rolling surf. Cheerful illustrations by Becca Hall round out this riveting picture book […] View →
Librarian Prep Post: Read with Pride
Pride Month is almost here, and now’s the perfect time to refresh your book displays, lesson plans, and library collections with inclusive reads! This Librarian Prep Post features a curated list of LGBTQ+ titles that celebrate identity, foster empathy, and uplift every reader. Read on and get your library Pride Month-ready! Keep Building Your Collection […] View →
Design Thinking: An Interview with Author Fred Estes
Got a problem that needs solving? All you need is six steps and a little creative thinking. Design Thinking: A Guide to Innovation by Fred Estes is a examines each step—notice and reflect, empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test—and provides case studies to illustrate how design thinking can create a more human-centered, equitable world. Today […] View →
Happy Book Birthday: April New Releases
April showers not only bring May flowers but also a delightful downpour of new books! Check out these new releases, including new board books, picture books, nonfiction, and middle grade novels. New Board Book So Tired, So Wide Awake by Susanne Strasser In this funny sleep book for wide-awake children (and tired parents) the animals […] View →
Books Gone Wild! An Animal Roundup
This Animal Roundup is packed with exciting books featuring incredible creatures and the people who study them. Dive into the ocean with Sharks Unhooked, explore cephalopods with I’m a Dumbo Octopus!, and discover nature’s toughest matchups in Predator vs. Prey. From real-life conservation to thrilling animal battles, these books bring the wild to life! Sharks […] View →
The Red Car to Hollywood: An Interview with Author Jennie Liu
Step into the vibrant, drama-filled era of early Hollywood in The Red Car to Hollywood, where 16-year-old Ruby Chan is in a tough spot following the revelation of her secret relationship with a white boy to her traditional Chinese parents. Her parents hire a matchmaker in an effort to protect their reputation, but Ruby is […] View →
Librarian Prep Post: Book Recommendations for May’s Heritage and Awareness Months
May is a month to honor heritage, history, and well-being by sharing meaningful stories and perspectives in libraries and classrooms. With Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, and Mental Health Awareness Month approaching, now is the time to start planning. This post features book recommendations to help you build […] View →
Dreams to Ashes: An Interview with Author Livia Blackburne and Illustrator Nicole Xu
Dreams to Ashes: The 1871 Los Angeles Chinatown Massacre is a powerful nonfiction picture book full of both heartbreak and hope. In the late 1800s LA was more small town than city, with a total population under six thousand. Newspapers routinely published anti-Chinese rhetoric, and when a conflict broke out between two mutual aid societies, […] View →
I’m a Dumbo Octopus: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Anne Lambelet
Jump into an underwater tour of the whole cephalopod class with Grimpy the dumbo octopus! He knows all about what makes these saltwater-dwelling, many-armed invertebrates so special. But when Grimpy gets caught up in everything his kind of octopus can’t do, the other cephalopods decide to show him why it’s great to be a dumbo. I’m a […] View →
Level Up Your Summer Reading with Lerner Books!
As we prepare for the summer months ahead, now is the perfect time for librarians, educators, and families to start planning their summer reading programs. We are here to help by offering a curated selection of engaging titles that align with the iREAD® 2025 theme: Level Up at Your Library. Get ready to build an […] View →
STEM Roundup: Engaging Books for Future Scientists and Engineers
Looking for the perfect books to spark curiosity and inspire young scientists? Our latest STEM/Science Roundup highlights some of the most engaging and educational titles in our collection! Read on to discover must-have books and series that will captivate readers and encourage a lifelong love of STEM learning! Watching and Waiting Interest Level: Preschool – […] View →