Kate Hannigan, author portrait
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Kate Hannigan

Kate Hannigan is the author of several children’s books, including A Lady Has the Floor, which received four starred reviews; Josephine and Her Dishwashing Machine, a 2024 NSTA-CBC Best STEM Book; and Nellie vs. Elizabeth, one of Smithsonian Magazine's Ten Best Children’s Books. Kate’s other books have also made the 2022 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List, the 2023 Bank Street Best Children’s Books of the Year, and were nominated for the 2023 Illinois Bluestem Award, among many other honors. Her most recent titles are Rachel Carson’s Wonder-Filled World, Louisa Learns to Write, and My Word, Theodore!. Kate lives in Chicago, Illinois, with her family and dog. Visit katesbooks.com
Louisa Learns to Write
Rachel Carson's Wonder-Filled World
Josephine and Her Dishwashing Machine
Nellie vs. Elizabeth
A Lady Has the Floor

Books

Louisa Learns to Write
Rachel Carson's Wonder-Filled World
Josephine and Her Dishwashing Machine
Nellie vs. Elizabeth
A Lady Has the Floor

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

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New Thematic Educator Guide: Teaching Nature

Young children are naturally attuned to the living world around them, noticing plants, animals, and small details that adults often overlook. At a time when students are being pulled toward screens, research underscores the importance of helping children step outside. Time spent in nature is linked to improved cognitive function, attention, and well-being. This guide

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Celebrating Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22nd, we’re sharing curated book collections and resources that we hope will inspire your students to appreciate and respect their planet. Check out our elementary level collections of titles in: Earth & Space Environmental Science & Issues Wildlife Climate Change Download the Teaching About Climate Change Guide here.

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