Michael Strouse
Michael Strouse is General Manager and Director of Retail at The Scholastic Store in New York City. With almost 20 years as a children’s retailer, including 13 at Scholastic, Michael has his finger on the pulse of the kid’s book and toy industry. He blogs on books and parenting at On Our Minds at Scholastic and recounts his own parenting experiences at Two Dads, One Family. Michael has been featured as a speaker on ‘Raising a Reader’ at the New York Baby Show and was featured as a guest storyteller at the Tribeca Family Festival, in New York City’s Bryant Park and many other special events in the NY/NJ area.
Michael lives with his husband and two kids in NJ, just outside of New York City.
Books & Reading
Timeless Chapter Books Every Child Should Read
Introduce your child to beloved chapter books and series, and connect them to generations of reading for pleasure.
6 Benefits of Rereading Books (Over...and Over) for Kids
Repeat reads of books — whether as read-alouds to little ones or through independent reading — generate big benefits for your child.
Books Parents Loved as Kids That Still Resonate Today
We surveyed our Facebook fans and Scholastic Parents staff to compile this list of children's book favorites.
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The Guide to Kindergarten: Reading and Writing
Review reading and writing curricula for kindergarten, learn what to expect, and discover the books and activities you can use to support learning.
The Guide to 1st Grade: Reading and Writing
Review reading and writing curricula for first grade, including what to expect and the books and activities you can use to support learning.
The Guide to 2nd Grade: Reading and Writing
Review reading and writing curricula for second grade, learn what to expect, and discover the books and activities you can use to support learning.
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7 Books About Giving Every Child Should Read
With rich illustrations and moving messages, this collection of books will show 4- to -10 year-olds the importance of giving and kindness.
Beautiful Books That Show Kids How to Be Grateful
Gratitude gives kids an entirely new outlook on life, and with the right books, teaching it comes naturally.
10 Books That Celebrate Reading
These titles will show your child how to read a book — and why it's such a magical experience.
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