Princesses, ghosts and vampires will line sidewalks on the 31st, doorbells ringing and rhymes recited. To get into the mood how about bobbing for some “Do Boo Books” found in the stacks of your school and public libraries. In this month’s Picks, meet a skeleton stuck in its ways, a perky girl whose fear knows no bounds and a bevy of witches set on casting spells on kids in a country-wide campaign. Sink your teeth into reading—it’s better for you than candy corn and chocolate,

It’s happening. Awakening to an alarm, boarding a bus and meeting teachers at the door, excitement builds as a new year begins. Time to kiss the summer goodbye and open the door to academia, to seeing old friends and making new ones. Time to embrace learning and get challenged by classes you thought you might hate, but end up loving. To kick off the year, Clover’s suggesting “Cool School Picks” that students can check out at their school and public libraries, thanks to the ge

Clover knows that “Anything is Possible,” a mantra your bee buddy follows with energy and enthusiasm. In this month’s Picks, young readers meet animals and humans who take heart and follow Clover’s lead. These spunky characters aren’t bound by fear, what others think or a lack of self-confidence. Meet a cow with curiosity, a book-loving magician and a couple of kids determined to crack a kidnapping case. Page on, enjoy! The Community Literacy Foundation, in partnership with N

Reading is a cool choice for hot July days when temperatures soar, and the pool has lost its lure. If you’re waterlogged, heed Clover’s advice, head for your local library where stillness envelops like a hug and books beckon with whispers that float through the stacks. For Your Reading Pleasure, Clover has scoured the kingdom for stories certain to appeal, books that earn your reading bee’s hearty stamp of approval. Check one out— Page on, enjoy! The Community Literacy Founda

Life’s abuzz for bees at present—they continually zip from flower to flower, blooms to hive and back again. It’s enough to make your wings droop. When gathering gets gargantuan, Clover finds comfort in a book, a marvelous, uncomplicated pick-me-up that pleases but never interrupts. Bountiful benefits can be reaped from reading, so Clover’s hoping you’ll let “The Power of Story” take over this summer, and ease away too-muchness. Solace seeps into the soul with books as your be

This month young readers are sure to be enchanted by the bounty of Clover’s flyover. Bringing students the very best, Clover’s thrilled to introduce her “Magical May Picks.” There’s no time like the present to gift yourself a good book and make reading a daily goal. The payoff comes with increased knowledge, hours of delightful entertainment, and the chance to meet enticing characters you might have a lot in common with. Be cool—make reading a habit. Check out my picks at you

Look around—nature is waking up from winter’s nap, fields and forests bursting to the brim with color. “A World of Wonders” appears each year, an ongoing promise of new life alive in pastel petals and bowers of leafy green. In April, we celebrate a planet that continues to serve us, Earth a steadfast friend that continually gifts us with her wonders. In honor of Earth Day, Clover suggests books that glorify a world we must never take for granted—from trees’ towering majesty,

No matter your age, the richness friends bring to life is a sweet treat we crave—human beings and bee-beings alike. Anytime is a good time to celebrate the special ones we joy in calling our co-hearts, so “Pal Around with Me” as we crack open a trio of March Picks with a focus on friendship. Clover knows, and you do too, there’s no blessing bigger than a buddy, friend or bestie, no matter what you call them, they deliver 24-7. Give them a hive-five—it will mean a lot! Page On

February calls for warm coats and wooly hats. Outside icicles hang in stately rows and fields glow silver in landscapes lit by the sun. Inside it’s toasty warm, perfect for a pastime that pleases, finding solace in story, in meeting engaging characters who come to life on pages we turn to our heart’s content. Clover’s “Slam Dunk Picks” are books diverse in subject matter. Page on with a charmer that features fun in the snow, a Brothers Grimm fairytale reimagined and a dynamit

Hooray! A brand new year! Let’s welcome 2026 with some stellar Picks. Clover’s suggestions for January are light-hearted and fun, stories to tickle readers’ funny bones. Moving forward, let’s set the mood-meter to pure joy, stay resolute about adding a smile-a-day to our calendars. Everyone knows “laughter is the best medicine,” and Clover is happy to prescribe a trio of “Smile-a-While Reads” that are sure to please. Page On! Enjoy! The Community Literacy Foundation, in partn

Excitement mounts for the click of hooves on the roof, and the joy we feel, at the hive or house, when friends and family come for the holidays. Memories flood our minds as we recall times past—our senses full to bursting with the sights, sounds, scents, and tastes in store for us in the coming days and weeks. To commemorate this blessed and best month, Clover presents her “Gift of a Good Book” Picks, a trio of superlative treasures to enjoy by the fire, share with a loved on

Thanksgiving puts bees and humans in thankful mode. In Clover’s flyovers, she’s touched by what she often sees, people “Grateful for Great Pets” lavishing love on their devoted dogs—pedigree pups and shelter saves—and independent kitties of all shades that amaze with their curious ways. Pets reward and astound, enriching our lives, and trying our patience at times too. This month, Clover hopes you’ll enjoy three superlative stories about pets, unforgettable dogs and a cat wit

Hello, Halloween! Excitement mounts as costumed kids knock on doors and ring bells envisioning sweet treats dropped into super-sized...

Yeah, September! The month Clover likes best. So many awesome books are born in this noteworthy month. “Fall Books Call” like sirens...

We’ve all got them—“Special Places” that feed us, where wonder abounds and love surrounds. There isn’t a “one size fits all” for these...

The pool is cool when summer comes calling. But don’t overlook an afternoon at the library, a sweet destination. There the hushed, calm...

Hot weather hits and pools, lakes and oceans beckon with promises to come. Take the plunge but don’t forget to pack a book in your bag...

Clover loves the scenes on display in May. Her appreciation of “The Nature of Things” is to be expected—she’s a honeybee, and blossoms...

With spring bursting at the seams, dressed in gorgeous green, Clover’s buzzed to share stories of cottontails with velvet noses and fur...

We need our people, friends we can trust and have fun with, loyal pals to cheer us up on bad days and celebrate our achievements on good...

In this month of hugs, kisses and kindness, Clover’s happy to suggest books with a “Sweet on Reading” theme. The hive’s exhilarating...

Here it is, laid out before us, a brand, spanking New Year. What’s in store for 2025—sweet honey days or sour, thorny times that dampen...

Twas’ the night before Christmas and all through the hive, not a bitty bee was buzzing, not one, sake’s alive. The swarm was all...

Clover kicks off November with three brilliant “Tail Wagging Reads,” darling, daring books about doggies. Hearts melt when our special...

Get ready for some pleasing, peculiar picks—not shiver-me-timbers scary reads, but a trio of “Unique Books to Keep You Guessing.” There’s...

Change is in the air—Clover feels it, sure you do too. In the blink of an eye summer gives way to fall, pastel blossoms fade, replaced by...

Clover is all over her “Cool School Picks” -- books guaranteed to make the grade as we kick off another year of reading, writing and...

Clover’s excited to share her newest picks, books that celebrate “Friends the World Over.” Though we’re familiar with our buddies in the...

Clover is one lucky bee. On her flyovers, this ardent observer frequently sees families and friends gathering to mark wonderous...

Clover has a confession. While your bee bud loves stories about lots of subjects, she has a soft spot in her heart for books about...

In April, we find nature blossoming and bursting to brilliant new life, inspiring writers to create poetry that moves us with thoughtful...

We are all special in our own way—some of us do well in math and science, others of us enjoy English. Maybe you admire the way your buddy...

February is close to Clover’s heart. It’s a special month set aside to not only celebrate Valentine’s Day but to observe Black History,...

Score in ’24—reading opens doors and offers great pleasures. No idea what titles to choose? Start right here with Book Buddy Picks, this...

Clover loves bringing the best of the best to young readers. This December her “Gift of a Good Book” theme shines as bright as a star,...

There’s more to Turkey Day than turkey and pumpkin pie. There’s us! Each individual on the face of this Earth is a unique contributor to...

Clover has a confession to make. Your bee buddy is chicken-hearted—a “Halloweenie.” While she does love candy corn, a two-toned honey...

Clover offers a tip of her wings to the characters in her stupendous September Picks — all have a “Can Do Attitude” despite facing...

School bells beckon, the joys of summer morphed into fond memories tucked in the recesses of our brain. With “Ready, Set, Smart” as our...

July holds a bevy of bee-lights that make the good ol’ summertime memorable—set the scorching sizzles aside with cannonballs into a pool,...

On a recent flyover, Clover heard some super news while hovering over the library, where there’s lots of buzz about the summer reading...

With spring full to bursting, Clover is eager to introduce young readers to her Bouquet of May Picks. While every batch of honeys Clover...

Clover knows about problems that arise when we turn our backs on “Our Big Wonderful World.” While we’ve made some efforts in bettering...

With spring on the doorstep, you’d think the mood at the hive would be joyous, but some of the drones are dismal, even though nature is...

Here are some feel-good books you’ll “heart” in a month that finds Clover totally in the pink. Her “Bee-Loved Books” have themes of love...

A new year offers the opportunity to think on serious subjects and challenge ourselves to improve in all sorts of ways. The characters in...

As 2022 comes to a close, Clover caps off the year with “The Gift of a Good Book” suggesting three reads that are sure to please. This...

Though it might sound redundant, the phrase rings true—gratitude paves the way to happiness, making us better bees and human-bee-ings....

In October’s Book Buddy Books, thrills and chills await, with nary a spook lurking in the wings. Instead, there’s wonder and fun in...

Off we sail into a brand new school year complete with its treasure chest of opportunities. To accompany you on your scholarly journey,...