Children's literature5 hrs ago'Without Oxford University, we don't get Dr. Seuss'To coincide with Dr Seuss Day, the BBC looks back at how Oxford University helped create the icon.5 hrs ago1 day agoFrom Aslan to Paddington - the NI sculptures shaping our children's storiesFrom Aslan to Paddington - the sculptures shaping children's stories ahead of World Book Day on 5 March.1 day ago22 Feb 2026'Seeing your own community in a story matters'Satnam Rakhra’s book series The Kids from Chapel Ash is based on his Wolverhampton upbringing.22 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Julia Donaldson reveals new character and title for third Gruffalo bookThe upcoming edition of the popular children's picture book sees the introduction of Gruffalo Granny.6 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Moment Julia Donaldson reveals name for third Gruffalo bookAfter a 20-year Gruffalo hiatus, author Julia Donaldson announces the new book's title on BBC Radio 4.6 Feb 202622 Jan 2026Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon writes debut children's bookWelsh actor and comedian Rob Brydon's first children's book is inspired by his own family pet.22 Jan 202631 Dec 2025'It's important children see themselves in books'An exhibition shows how black people are represented in British children's literature. 31 Dec 202522 Dec 2025David Walliams dropped from Waterstones Children's Book FestivalAuthor has strongly denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour which emerged last week.22 Dec 202529 Nov 2025Bestselling Oi Frog! author says Essex childhood inspired his writingKes Gray, creator of Oi Frog! and the Daisy series of books, is the subject of a new exhibition.29 Nov 2025...
