Picture book author Mac Barnett has been named the Library of Congress' new ambassador for young people's literature. He discusses what the role means when engaging kids in reading can be a struggle.

A new report released Monday afternoon by the city of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events makes for some grim reading for those who love the performing arts in Chicago.

The Very Hungry Caterpillarmunching its way through a colourful meal. Picture books have given many of usour most evocative childhood memories, but for an estimated 37,000 blind and partially ...