Editors' Picks

As access to physical books has become difficult during the pandemic, digital libraries, Zoom story times, and other resources help young students stay connected to books and stories.

Use these instructional suggestions while reading these titles by Native authors about tribal nations.

Some curriculum staples misrepresent cultures, reinforce racist or sexist ideas, and contain pejorative descriptions. Try these books instead of “The Little House” series, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

Pandemic and politically polarized nation be damned, educators adjust lessons to take on escalating rhetoric, mail-in ballots, accusations of voter fraud, and more. They remain fierce advocates for engaged citizenry and will demand civil discussion whether online or in-person.

Ten adventure and survival fiction titles to keep summer reading fresh and exciting.

In quarantine, read-alouds remain a powerful way to engage young readers and support their long-term reading growth.

These thrilling teen novels will keep readers up on hot summer nights.

Highly recommended middle grade fiction and nonfiction for readers to enjoy all summer long. 

A week-long antiracist teach-in and more—whether you're still in the grip of summer or starting to think about back-to-school, take a look at our continuously updated calendar of events for your patrons, families, and you.

Four strategies to decode messaging and motive in meme design.

Suggestions for family and caregivers who are virtually connecting with young children.

New Jersey high school librarian Elissa Malespina offers her insight on Wakelet—the basics plus some ways for librarians to use it effectively.

Some curriculum staples misrepresent cultures, reinforce racist or sexist ideas, and contain pejorative descriptions. Try these books instead of “The Little House” series, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

There are many more questions than answers right now as the K-12 world tries to find the best way to serve students during school closures.

Learning to recognize and combat racism and other forms of injustice and move toward a more equitable world is a lifelong process—and one that must start as early as possible. Aimed at infants and toddlers through elementary school students, these titles introduce topics such as intersectionality and privilege, with explanations that are age-appropriate and honest.

Highly recommended nonfiction for young readers, tweens, and teens to enjoy all summer long.