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Largest gift by first-time donors establishes Kerlan endowed chair
The University of Minnesota Libraries today announced the largest gift by first-time donors in its…
University LibrariesOctober 15, 2024
‘Writing Boxes’ and ‘I’m From’ on Read This Book!
Lisa Von Drasek and Erin McBrien discussed the children's books, "Writing Boxes" and "I'm From"…
Mark EngebretsonJune 14, 2024
Talking summer reading strategies with Lisa Von Drasek
Summer reading loss is a concern for many parents and educators as students finish up…
LVDJune 7, 2023
Kerlan acquires original Brian Selznick pencil sketch
Thanks to a generous donation by Carol Erdahl — one of the former and founding…
Mark EngebretsonApril 7, 2023
Thacher Hurd’s introduction
Thacher Hurd’s introduction to Margaret Wise Brown was not especially promising. Brown, the renowned author…
markengeMarch 3, 2023
Rising, with a book in hand
Andrea Davis Pinkney — who has authored more than 50 books for children and young…
markengeOctober 13, 2022
Banning books threatens freedom
Renowned for its breadth and depth of works by children’s book authors and illustrators, The…
markengeSeptember 20, 2022
Talking back-to-school reading habits with the U of M
Fall schedules are filling up fast for families as students head back to school. With…
Mark EngebretsonAugust 23, 2022
Proper recognition
Advice for would-be illustrators: “When in doubt, choose purple,” says renowned children’s book illustrator Ariane…
markengeOctober 22, 2021
What drives Lisa Von Drasek?
Children’s literature connects with readers, and Lisa Von Drasek has never lost her love for…
markengeMarch 12, 2021