March is Women’s History Month! The 2024 theme is “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion”, recognizing women who understand the need to eliminate bias and discrimination from individuals’ lives and institutions. We’ve put together this list … Read More
Black History Month is in full swing! Here are some of our favourite new Black History children’s and young adult books for ages 3 to 18! NEW 2024 Black History Children’s & Young Adult Books Preschool Jimmy’s Rhythm … Read More
Since 1953, the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award has been recognizing children’s books of literary and aesthetic excellence that effectively engage children in thinking about peace, social justice, global community, and equality. We love all of the books … Read More
It’s Women’s History Month – time to celebrate the amazing achievements of women throughout history and around the globe! One good way of teaching children and teenagers about women’s history is to read biography collections about a wide … Read More
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2022! It’s Banned Books Week‘s 40th anniversary! Launched in 1982 to create awareness of the harm of censorship, it celebrates the freedom to read and express ideas. Each year, many diverse children’s & YA books are … Read More
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2021! Talking to children and teenagers about racism and discrimination is as necessary as it is uncomfortable for most parents and educators (especially white ones). Necessary because racial bias in children starts as early as age … Read More