Classroom

When educator Benjamin Ludwig missed one day of school, a group of fifth graders reorganized the books—not by genre, but with ROYGBIV.

The Black Caucus of the American Library Association, Inc. and School Library Journal have revealed the winning titles in the 2025 Children & Youth Literary Awards, which celebrate the diversity of the Black experience.

Some kids love narrative nonfiction; others, expository literature. Learn more about these two styles of books and browse a list of recent outstanding examples. 

This season's series cover favorite nonfiction topics from a variety of vantage points.

Family members who collaborate talk about the dynamics (and ground rules) of their creative partnerships.

While book bans and other efforts to curtail free expression in schools have made headlines, canceled visits have gone relatively unmarked. SLJ spoke with authors about their experiences. 

Modeled after our long-standing supplement Series Made Simple, the new publication will cover 500 titles in series fiction.

This spring’s issue of Series Made Simple includes a diverse selection of topics that will inspire readers to get out there and explore, think, and act. 

A school librarian provides information and tips for completing the National Board Certification process, which goes beyond what states require of educators and bills itself as the “gold standard.”