Public Libraries

In back-to-school season, educators can use these books to convey the message that perfection isn’t required, good enough is good enough, and every child—and every child’s creation—has inherent value.

Educators may naturally seek to help those who are struggling at school, but some high performers can need a different kind of support—to know that imperfect is OK.

Themes in this year’s stellar works of fiction for children and teens.

New types of manga have proliferated—and students can’t get enough. This overview of genres, publishers, formats, and more, will help get you up to date.

Alongside a national rise in censorship, we've received queries about our review process. For readers experiencing a challenge to a book or anticipating one, SLJ reviews editor Shelley Diaz and a panel covered the ins and outs of what we do.  

Presenting the average book prices for 2021-2022-to-date, produced annually by SLJ in partnership with Follett and Baker & Taylor. 

As attacks on library collections escalate, school boards and parents circumvent the established process.

The Reby Cary Youth Library opened in August with more than 8,000 square feet designed for and dedicated to children.

Save the date and register to join us “In Community” for a full-day, virtual program on Oct. 28.