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Book Recommendations for Captain Planet

This Earth Day, and we’re reminiscing about the ultimate Earth Day hero, Captain Planet. Technically, he only exists when the planeteers combine their powers, but let’s imagine that when they’re not in need of him, he’s hanging out somewhere, maybe in a bamboo hammock or tiny house, catching up on his reading. Here are some books Captain Planet would love.

Posted by Eve Legato

Ramona Quimby and Friends, Age 30

Happy 100th birthday, Beverly Cleary! Thank you so much for writing the wonderful books that have defined so many people's childhoods: Henry Huggins, The Mouse and the Motorcycle, and, of course, the Ramona Qimby series.  In honor of your special day, we would like to imagine what Ramona Quimby would be like at the age of thirty.

Posted by Sarah Fox

April Quirk Perk: Who’s on First?

Who's on First? by Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, illustrated by John Martz

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Posted by Julie Leung

3 Literary Easter Egg Wrap Printables

We've got our competitive Easter bonnets on, baskets in hand, waiting to get our egg hunt on! To make your Easter eggs extra literary, here are some printable egg wraps!

Posted by Jamie Canaves

Quirk Corral: Petit Princes and Petit Wooden Crossbows

Despite some wild weather, Spring is officially here! Celebrate the end of winter with a fresh crop of the best links on the web. There’s some wonderful news for fans of The Little Prince, and a bunch of great recipes and crafts for both Easter and Purim. You’re sure to find something to make your day a little brighter and your start to Spring a little warmer.

Posted by Jennifer Morell

4 Real-Life Equivalents to a Dr. Seuss Book and Where to Find Them

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Though the illustrations of Dr. Seuss seem totally surreal, there are oh-so-many real-life destinations that look like they've been pulled right out of his stories. Here's a look at four. 

Posted by Kristina Pino