Testimonials

"Ajhar tracks the development of this Common Core–friendly reading preference in comical scenes in which schoolmarmish Lou [No Pirates Allowed Said Library Lou] dances balletically among piles of books as the exaggeratedly humongous pirate grows more and more absorbed in his reading."
—Kirkus Reviews
 
"The Discover America State by State series educates children with enough originality and intelligence to keep parents and teachers on their toes as well."
—Pam Pulner (Amazon.com Reviewer)
 
"This excellent picture book [G is for Golden: A California Alphabet] is packed with information."
—San Francisco Chronicle
 
"If kids age 6-10 don't know baseball when they begin [H is for Home Run], they'll be experts by the time they finish."
—Chicago Sun-Times
 
"When I was a young boy my history book looked like it was 1,000 pages long and a tough read. Here's a kid's book [D is for Democracy] even an adult can read, enjoy, and learn from, that actually explains democracy so simply and effectively, you mean it when you shout out, 'What a country!'"
—Regis Philbin
 
"As a former school librarian and school librarian of the year for the state of North Carolina, I heartily endorse this book [D is for Democracy]. Not only does it explain our government in simple terms for young children, it also contains excellent facts and ideas for older children that they can use in research or other projects. The illustrations are also wonderful. This book (in multiple copies) should be in every school library in the country!"
—Vicki Stanfield, Moravian Book and Gift Shop
 
"D is for Democracy is the little book that should: Be a part of every child's library, be required reading for every member of Congress and inspire every American to get involved in promoting the uniquely American values that shine through all the letters on every page of this wonderful book."
—Phil Donahue
 
"...Brad Herzog hits a grand slam. He reaches beyond the obvious ... to enrich [H is for Home Run] with details about the sport's history, rules and heroes."
—Judy Green, Sacramento Bee
 
"An exquisite must-have book for the holiday season...[Winter's Gift]"
—Knoxville News Sentinel
 
"What a great way to introduce and practice the alphabet with children. This book [T is for Teachers] is filled with interesting facts for each letter that are sure to engage all readers...young and old. The bright illustrations and splendid rhymes create a book that is a true joy to read."
—Donna Whyte (Author, Teacher, Education Consultant)

Recent News

2023 Own Voices, Own Stories Award Winners

Cherry Lake Publishing Group is thrilled to announce the 2023 recipients of its annual Own Voices, Own Stories Award. Launched in 2021 by Cherry Lake Publishing Group’s imprint, Sleeping Bear Press, the award recognizes new authors from historically marginalized groups with the intention of recognizing and amplifying new and diverse voices with underrepresented perspectives.

Celebrating the Life and Work of Eve Bunting

Please join us in celebrating the life of Eve Bunting. Beloved friend and storyteller extraordinaire who inspired generations of children to become
lifelong readers—you will be dearly missed by your Sleeping Bear Press family.

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