Re-thinking Representation: How to Deepen the Diversity Represented in your Class or Home Library
There is a lot of talk about representation in classrooms these days, but what does it really mean to have a classroom library that is...
Food, Family, Community, Gratitude: 10 Picture Books to Enjoy This November
November is all about togetherness and counting your blessings. In many households, it also involves a delicious meal shared with the...
Kids Books by Indigenous Authors and Illustrators
While November is Native American Heritage Month, it’s always the right time to refresh your bookshelves to include Indigenous voices. We...
Books, Monsters, and Fun - Oh My!
Rebecca Millerjohn here - youth services librarian for Madison’s Central library and the Bubbler program. For the last year, I (and my...
Ten Books by Latina/Hispanic Authors to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Frances Diaz Evans
The United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. An event that recognizes the contributions and...
30 Intergenerational Stories in Honor of Grandparents Day
Stories that feature intergenerational relationships are some of our favorite types. When older and younger people nurture friendships...
National Literacy Month: Picture Books About Loving Books and the Power of Reading
September is National Literacy Month! A whole month dedicated to celebrating reading? Count us in! In this compilation of book...
Let’s Explore & Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Creando Explorertorium
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15th to October 15th every year as a time to celebrate and recognize the history,...
How To Use Books to Teach About Identity and Beyond with Raising a Legacy
Child, ice cream, Indigenous, swimming, and Muslim. What do these things have in common? They all are part of identity! Identity consists...
Perfect Back-to-School Read Alouds for Kids
Books are so often the cornerstone of activities, discussions and culture building during the first few weeks of school. We’re thrilled...