In collaboration with DK Books, we are so excited to share our upcoming title The Reading Adventure: 100 Books to Check Out Before You're 12, out October 18, 2022! Whether you're young or young at heart, there's something here for every kind of reader. Check out the cover illustrated by Ruth … [Read more...] about Introducing The Reading Adventure
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Introducing World of Stories
By Carol Felicio Popular Folktales Recreated with a Multicultural Twist With common folktales, the animals or settings chosen to demonstrate the lessons in the story hold a different significance for different cultures. In addition to looking at folktales and fairy tales that originated in … [Read more...] about Introducing World of Stories
The Power of Daily Book Talks to Diversify Independent Reading
By Molly Tansey Teacher: *reads Akata Witch prologue* Student: Wait, what’s her magic power? Teacher: I can’t tell you. Student: No, why would you do that to me? Now I have to read. Teacher: *laughs maniacally* Every teacher knows that sometimes it is the simplest ideas that have the biggest … [Read more...] about The Power of Daily Book Talks to Diversify Independent Reading
Resources for When LGBTQ+ Books Are Banned
By Karis Rogerson As we’ve seen a rise in book challenges and bans at libraries across America in recent months, it’s important to know not only what is happening, but also who is fighting and how we can help. This resource list is meant to give you background information as well as highlight a … [Read more...] about Resources for When LGBTQ+ Books Are Banned
