SLJ has compiled a list of tools for locating books and program ideas for not only Spanish-speaking patrons, but for all of those interested in reading more diverse titles.
Librarians Sound Off: Not a Lack of Latino Lit for Kids, but a Lack of Awareness
By on January 22, 2013 17 Comments
Librarians who serve children in predominantly Latino communities were shocked this past December to read a New York Times article claiming that there is a dearth of Latino characters in books written for young readers—a notion that is at odds with their own experiences. In fact, they tell School Library Journal, there is actually a wealth of resources currently available to these kids, and librarians have the power (and the responsibility) to make those meaningful connections.
Teen Lit Publishing Experts Reveal Recipes for Bestsellers
By on November 28, 2012 1 Comment
At the Women’s National Book Association NYC chapter’s event, “The Making of a Young Adult Bestseller,” writers, editors, publishers, and agents came together to discuss the key components of a hit YA novel.
Adult Books 4 Teens Blog Relaunches
By on November 15, 2012 Leave a Comment
Starting today, November 15: a revamp of SLJ’s Adult Books 4 Teens blog, with a new focus and an additional co-editor.
SLJ’s Printz Blog Has Returned
By on September 10, 2012
Once upon a time, a new blog discussing possible contenders for the annual Michael L. Printz Award for exemplary teen titles was born on SLJ.com. Now in its second year, Someday My Printz Will Come is back and ready to take on the challenge of speculating which literary gem will wear this year’s crown.
Heavy Medal Is Back
By on September 4, 2012
It’s here. Heavy Medal, SLJ’s mock Newbery blog, resumes September 4.
There, bloggers Nina Lindsay, supervising librarian for children’s services at Oakland (CA) Public Library, California and Jonathan Hunt, library media teacher for Modesto (CA) City Schools, return to discuss and debate potential titles in the running for this year’s Newbery Award. Bestowed annually by the American Library Association (ALA), the Award honors “the most distinguished American children’s book” of the year.
McKissack and Dooley Honored with 2012 PEN Awards
By on August 31, 2012
Yesterday, young adult author Sarah Dooley and Newbery Honor-winning Patricia C. McKissack were named recipients of the 2012 Pen Literary Awards.
SLJ SummerTeen: Classic Twists
By on August 13, 2012
Teens no longer have to moan when they’re assigned Shakespeare and Dickens, thanks in part to a group of YA authors who’ve revamped and modernized works by such classic authors, making them far more accessible to students than ever before.
Gareth Hinds, Marissa Meyer, and Sean Michael Wilson were among the speakers participating on the “Classic Twists” panel during SLJ’s SummerTeen virtual conference on August 9, sharing their views on writing adaptations for young adults.
Pictures of the Week: Family Place Workshop in Goleta, CA
By on July 24, 2012
The Goleta Library in Goleta, CA, part of the Santa Barbara Public Library System, celebrated a Family Place Workshop on June 1. Hunter Tattle explores his artisitic talent at a fingerpainting activity.
Pictures of the Week
By on June 6, 2012
Author Libba Bray and SLJ Reviews Assistant Editor, Shelley Diaz at The Diviners BookExpo America party.
SLJ 2012 Day of Dialog: Pushing the Picture Book Envelope
By on June 4, 2012
The picture book isn’t dead—in fact, it might be entering a golden age, say some of the most talented and innovative children’s book creators during SLJ’s Day of Dialog.
Pictures of the Week, May 25, 2012
By on May 25, 2012
Author N.D. Wilson with actor Joel Courtney, best known for his leading role in the 2011 J. J. Abrams film Super 8. Courtney, a huge fan of the Ashtown series, starred in the 2011 trailer for the series and sat down to discuss Wilson’s forthcoming book The Drowned Vault (Random, 2012).
