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In School Library Journal: Let’s Talk Periods: Middle Grade Books About Menstruation

In School Library Journal: Let’s Talk Periods: Middle Grade Books About Menstruation
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  May 20, 2024
Centering dignity and equity, authors strive to normalize the topic of menstruation and show how different people experience it.
Webcast: Manga

Webcast: Manga "PowerPoint Party" | May 17
SLJ Staff,  May 07, 2024

A panel of seasoned librarians share their expertise, strategies, and passion for manga collection development in a "PowerPoint Party" tailored specifically for libraries. Register to join the live program May 17. 

The Age of Queer Defiance, a guest post by Matthew Hubbard

The Age of Queer Defiance, a guest post by Matthew Hubbard
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 24, 2024
It’s crucial to empower teens to find their voice and their community while advocating for their rights. It’s just as crucial to highlight queer joy and friendship, especially when readers are coming of age during turbulent times.
In Jane Jacobs’ honor: Connect, Engage, and Build a New Kind of Community Resilience, a guest post by Rebecca Pitts

In Jane Jacobs’ honor: Connect, Engage, and Build a New Kind of Community Resilience, a guest post by Rebecca Pitts
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Apr 23, 2024
So here’s my challenge: I dare you to get outside, in your community. Connect with your neighbors. Make a project out of it — get some extra credit or community service hours in.
12 Books to Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility

12 Books to Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility
SLJ Staff,  Mar 22, 2024

From elementary books to young adult titles—across various genres and formats—these 12 recent releases elevate voices and showcase the multifaceted experiences within the trans and nonbinary community.

 

Amanda Chacon: Community Champion | 2024 School Librarian of the Year

Amanda Chacon: Community Champion | 2024 School Librarian of the Year
Andrew Bauld,  Mar 19, 2024

Amanda Chacon ensures a relevant, engaging collection and a welcoming library for her predominantly bilingual students and their families.

Book Review: Lo Simpson Starts a Revolution by Melanie Florence

Book Review: Lo Simpson Starts a Revolution by Melanie Florence
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Mar 13, 2024
A middle schooler used to living in her best friend’s shadow learns how to stand out and speak up, not just for herself but for her whole school.
Book Review: Free Period by Ali Terese

Book Review: Free Period by Ali Terese
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Mar 05, 2024
An absolutely fantastic read about period equity, friendship, direct action, and good trouble.
Who makes the rules? Activism in schools, a guest post by librarian Jenny Arch

Who makes the rules? Activism in schools, a guest post by librarian Jenny Arch
Karen Jensen, MLS | Blogs,  Feb 14, 2024
Librarian Jenny Arch shares books that show how kids/teens can help shape their life through activism
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