The MRP Blog

When I first actively started reading middle grade books, I told myself I could never read graphic novels. I thought of them as lacking...

The start of a new season often feels rejuvenating and hopeful, especially when we’re transitioning from a long, cold winter in the...

Empowering students to become culturally aware readers and thinkers is a key strategy for fostering welcoming and inclusive learning...

with emi aguilar from @IndigenizingArtsEd In many Indigenous cultures, storytelling is a central artform in moving cultural teachings and...

Books about mindfulness can be powerful tools for supporting children’s overall mental health and wellbeing. When chosen with intention,...

Books are the perfect gifts for the special people in your lives. This year's gift guide was created by Hannah Oxley, the Children’s Book...

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...

November is all about togetherness and counting your blessings. In many households, it also involves a delicious meal shared with the...

While November is Native American Heritage Month, it’s always the right time to refresh your bookshelves to include Indigenous voices. We...

Rebecca Millerjohn here - youth services librarian for Madison’s Central library and the Bubbler program. For the last year, I (and my...