Two picture books by powerhouse creators shed light on the marginalized communities who were integral to the foundation and growth of the United States.

Running from mid-February to late-March, the religious holidays are celebrated by Muslim people all over the world. From board books to a graphic novel, there’s something here for every young reader.

The SLJ reviews editors rounded up our reviews of the books lauded at the 2026 Youth Media Awards. Here, the reviews of the Geisel, Odyssey, Alex, and Batchelder Awards.

The SLJ reviews editors rounded up our reviews of the books lauded at the 2026 Youth Media Awards. Here, the reviews of the Michael L. Printz Award and Honors winners.

The Asian/Pacific American Awards for Literature honor and recognize individual works by Asian/Pacific American authors that highlight Asian/Pacific American cultures and experiences. Here are SLJ's reviews of the 2026 Award and Honor winners.

Lunar New Year is February 17. Here are some titles to share with young readers, including a new chapter book from Grace Lin.

Carolina Ixta's sophomore novel, Few Blue Skies, publishes in February 2026. Here, the author reflects on the idea for this ambitious novel, blurring the lines between fiction and nonfiction, and comparing the work to her award-winning debut.

Share these selections from Hena Khan, Saadia Faruqi, Huda Fahmy, and more in January and all year long.