Here are the year’s most notable picture and middle grade books, selected by our children’s books editor.

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Snowy owls are flocking to the northern U.S. in a winter irruption that provides excellent viewing opportunities.

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Our expert children's books reviewer has selected the books your children will fall in love with this Christmas.

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A pair of snowy owls spotted along Montrose Beach has drawn curious crowds and sparked happy speculation about how long the Arctic birds of prey will call Chicago home. Word of the two owls has ...