But what other word is there that could replace “scientist?” Before 1833, the other options were “natural philosopher” or “man of science.” Ultimately, the word “scientist” was chosen because it was gender-neutral, and even though female scientists were far outnumbered by male scientists in the 1800s, women like Mary Somerville and Ada Lovelace were making […]

Happy National Family Literacy Day! What’s that, you say? National Family Literacy Day honors the idea of reading together as a family. One of the best ways to do this is to read aloud. Reading aloud encourages family bonding and bookishness and, most importantly, it’s fun.  But where should you start? B&N Kids has gathered […]

April showers may bring May flowers, but April also brings new growth as trees blossom, buds emerge, and bulbs sprout from the ground. Foster new growth in your own family by planning some time for a Family Book Club, and nurture your kids’ budding interest in books. With longer evenings on the horizon, everyone in the family can […]