Authors Everywhere! - YouTube channel featuring authors and illustrators sharing read-alouds, book talks, and more.
Brightly Storytime - A selection of copyright-friendly picture book read-alouds from Penguin Random House publishing.
EPIC - Teachers can provide codes for free access to EPIC's library of 35,000 e-books and audiobooks for learners in grades K-5.
KidLit at Home - A diverse, kid-friendly collection of over 500 videos from children's literature creators, updated weekly.
KidLit TV - A selection of copyright-friendly picture book read-alouds.
PBS Kids Read-Alongs - Favorite read-alouds from PBS Kids.
Public Library Access - The Abington Free Library and the Free Library of Philadelphia both provide free access to a variety of eBooks and audiobooks. Click the link for more information.
Read, Wonder, and Learn! - A growing collection of videos from authors and illustrators sharing read-alouds, book talks, and more. Curated by children's book author Kate Messner.
Storyline Online - Enjoy animated celebrity readings of beloved picture books.
Storytime from Space - Astronaut read-alouds from the International Space Station.
Tumblebook Library - Access a variety of animated stories, eBooks, and read-alongs. For login information, view our ASD Remote Access document (requires sign-in with Abington Google account).
Unite for Literacy - A collection of informational eBooks for readers in primary grades. Includes narration options in over 40 languages!
ASD Grades K & 1 - Book suggestions for students entering grades K-1, curated by our elementary school librarians.
ASD Grades 2 & 3 - Book suggestions for students entering grades 2-3, curated by our elementary school librarians.
ASD Grades 4 & 5 - Book suggestions for students entering grades 4-5, curated by our elementary school librarians.
ASD Grades 6 to 8 - Book suggestions for students entering grades 6-8, curated by our middle school librarians.
ASD Grades 9 to 12 - Book suggestions for students entering grades 9-12, curated by our high school librarians.
We Are Kid Lit Collective - Summer reading suggestions for readers of all ages! Browse recommended titles from past lists as well.
Global Storybooks - A free multilingual literacy resource for children and youth worldwide. Read, download, toggle, and listen to a wide variety of illustrated stories from the African Storybook and other open sites.
The Spanish Experiment - Well-known children's stories translated into Spanish and spoken by a native Spanish speaker. Great for kids... and adults too! Read along in Spanish or English.
Unite for Literacy - A collection of informational eBooks for readers in primary grades. Includes narration options in over 40 languages!
World Stories - A growing collection of stories from around the world, told in 31 different languages.
Alex Awards - Recognizing books written for adults with appeal for young adult readers. Awarded by the American Library Association.
American Indian Youth Literature Awards - Recognizing excellence in writing and illustration by Native Americans and Indigenous peoples of North America. Awarded by the American Indian Library Association.
Asian/Pacific American Awards for Literature - Recognizing excellence in literature about Asian/Pacific Americans and their heritage. Awarded by the Asian/Pacific American Library Association.
Mildred L. Batchelder Award - Recognizing excellence in international books newly translated into English. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Pura Belpré Award - Recognizing outstanding Latinx authors, illustrators, and books that portray, affirm, and celebrate Latinx culture. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Randolph Caldecott Medal - Recognizing excellence in children's book illustrations. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award - Recognizing excellence in books for beginning readers. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Coretta Scott King Book Awards - Recognizing outstanding African-American authors and illustrators, and books that demonstrate an appreciation of African-American culture and universal human values. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Lambda Literary Awards - Recognizing excellence in LGBTQ+ literature. Awarded by Lambda Literary. (To view previous winners for children's & young adult literature, select "Children's/Young Adult" from the classifications drop-down menu; please note that there are categories for adults too, some of which may contain mature themes or content.)
John Newbery Medal - Recognizing excellence in children's literature. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Odyssey Award - Recognizing excellence in audiobooks for children and young adults. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Michael L. Printz Award - Recognizing excellence in young adult literature. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Schneider Family Book Award - Recognizing excellence in books that embody the disability experience. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal - Recognizing excellence in nonfiction books. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Stonewall Book Awards - Recognizing excellence in LGBTQIA+ literature. Awarded by the American Library Association.
Sydney Taylor Book Award - Recognizing outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience. Awarded by the Association of Jewish Libraries.
YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults - Recognizing excellent informational books for young adult readers. Awarded by the American Library Association.
ALSC Notable Children's Books - The most notable books of the year for children and young adults, selected by the Association for Library Service to Children. Check out past lists here.
Book Connections - Search for books based on author, title, or series, or get recommendations that are similar to a book or series you already love.
BTSB At-Home Resources - Listen to your favorite author read aloud, draw with your favorite illustrator, find printable activities, or go on a virtual field trip! Amazing curated lists of at-home learning opportunities offered by authors, illustrators, publishers, and more.
Social Justice Books - Access curated book lists, reviews, and more. Includes a guide for selecting anti-bias children's books.
We Are Kid Lit Collective - Curated book lists that celebrate diversity, inclusion, and intersecting identities.
We Need Diverse Books - Resources and information about diverse and inclusive representation in literature for children and young adults. Use this link to access a wonderful list of sites featuring inclusive book lists & book reviews.
YALSA Booklists - A variety of book lists for teen readers, including fiction, graphic novels, audiobooks, teen's top ten, and more! Curated by the Young Adult Library Services Association.
YALSA Teen Book Finder Database - Browse or search over 4,000 books, audiobooks, and films from YALSA's book awards and book lists!
Best Robot Ever - A variety of award-winning podcasts for kids, teens, and families. Check out Six Minutes for a suspenseful mystery, Tumble for those who like science, Pants on Fire for an interactive game show, or The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian for a fun adventure.
BrainStuff - Whether the topic is popcorn or particle physics, you can count on BrainStuff to explore--and explain--the everyday science in the world around us.
But Why? A Podcast for Curious Kids - Kids submit questions they have and answers are explained in each podcast episode. New episodes approximately every two weeks.
Dear Hank and John - An advice podcast for teens from young adult novelist John Green and his brother Hank.
KidNuz - Five minutes of today’s top stories, current events, politics, science, entertainment, sports and more, all nonpartisan and age-appropriate.
Kids Ask Authors - Authors & illustrators answer questions from kids. New episodes released Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Created by author/illustrator Grace Lin.
Science Friday - Popular weekly science discussion for tweens & teens.
The Story Seeds Podcast - Authors partner with kids to grow story ideas into stories.
Stuff You Missed in History Class - Offbeat history lessons for teens & tweens.
This American Life - The popular hour-long public radio show. Content occasionally touches on mature themes; recommended for older teens.
Wow in the World - Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz guide curious kids and their grown-ups on a journey into the wonders of the world around them. From NPR.