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The In the Margins Book Awards honor the best books published over the preceding 18 months that appeal to the reading needs and wants of teens from marginalized backgrounds. The committee selected three top titles in the categories of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Advocacy. They also released their full Top 10 list.
Before we tune in to the Youth Media Awards on January 28, we’d like to focus on a handful of outliers that perhaps lack the broad consensus-building qualities of previously highlighted titles but are just as impressive.
Netflix has brought back Carmen Sandiego and, with her comes a series of books and series-related materials for educators. That and more industry news in NewsBites.
As we celebrate multiple space exploration anniversaries in the next few years, these are just some of the recent crop of titles that will spark kids’ interest.
A school librarian combines her love of dogs and books in a successful pilot program.
The Faithful Spy is the next finalist up for discussion.
When it comes to teachable moments, nothing beats commemorative dates.
It's not all laughs, improv programs teach communication skills, collaboration, and help build confidence.
HMH spring/summer 2019 include titles focusing on high schoolers who survived a school shooting as children, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a teen musician who goes deaf, a sweeping fantasy, and more.
Colby Sharp is counting down his Top 10 episodes of the year.
These two didn't make the 16 finalists, but they're worth discussing.
Often eclipsed by the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969, the groundbreaking December 1968 Apollo 8 mission is finally getting it due during its 50th anniversary year.
A plethora of tween-friendly productions present a golden opportunity for reader’s advisory.
The former “Heavy Medal” blogger makes a case for Neal Shusterman’s sequel and points to a strong crop of middle grade titles that might have a chance at the medal.
The following list contains a variety of options for the discerning tween who may be dabbling in money management for the first time or discovering how to make more informed food choices.
A popular nomination by readers, does Ghost Boys really deserve Newbery consideration?
Here’s how to get young people to explore creative writing and the arts with a zine-making workshop at your library.
New Disney series are some highlights of the latest releases.
Betty and Veronica are making a list and checking it twice.
In the eighth book of this series, Phoebe and her unicorn are headed to drama camp.
The eighth installment of the popular graphic history series Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales returns to the setting of the first book, the U.S. Revolutionary War.
It's a 140-page collection of Christmas comics from around the world.
Two excellent—but different—books about girls who navigate abusive situations.
Hogwarts, Horcruxes, and Hagrid are irresistible draws for escape room fans of all ages. Here's how librarians built their rooms.
There's help for educators who want to bring lessons into the classroom after taking students to see The Hate U Give movie.
Using technology to forge literary and artistic connections with today's preteens.
Our young reviewers tackle a range of recent works for children and teens, including novels featuring wacky aliens, murderous reality TV, and more.
How can public librarians convince kids to give up what little free time they have to talk with us about keeping themselves and their private information safe online? Here are a few tips.
These programs ignite preteens' curiosity, compassion, and quest for the next big thing.
It's a Turtles crossover comic.
Discussing National Book Award finalist and possible Newbery contender The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge with its inventive storytelling and extended sequences of illustrations.
MERGE is on a mission to make virtual reality "easy, safe, and fun for everyone” and offers an array of experiences to kids 10 and up.
The kid likes one thing, the parent wants another. How should librarians proceed?
Kristy's mom is getting married in this sixth edition of "The Baby-Sitters Club" graphic novel series.
Liz Kolb, presenter at the upcoming SLJ/ISTE webcast Digital Citizenship for Tweens and Teens, created a curriculum for Michigan middle schoolers to adopt safe, responsible, and respectful online behavior.
This autumn’s harvest has produced a brand-new crop of compelling stories, from a must-have manga series starter to a slice-of-life memoir in the graphic format.
A curated list of reliable, user-friendly databases for students K–12.
Colby Sharp speaks with the author of Stella Díaz Has Something to Say.
A look at titles including Pride, The Chaos of Now, and Queer as a Five-Dollar Bill.
It's a 20-page first look at February 2019 release, The Great Wiz and the Ruckus—an original graphic novel by Joey McCormick (Adventure Time) and colorist Whitney Cogar (Steven Universe).
Educators can play a key role in helping these students move forward with resilience.
So, basically, we’re talking Whale Rider meets The Dragonriders of Pern, right?
Best Friends has the same creative team and will be released August 27, 2019
Some great October comics your teens and tweens will be clamoring for.
This graphic novel is getting a lot of attention. It is a National Book Award finalist and absolutely a title with Newbery possibilities.
Looking for new titles to add to your Halloween-themed book displays and programming? Check out these recently reviewed spine-tingling works for tweens that will spook and terrify.
Five nonfiction titles for tweens and teens that go beyond the basics, offering new perspectives and critical takes on protecting vulnerable species and habitats.
The title duo appear as characters in classic fairy tales
It's the first graphic novel based on Nancy Springer’s Enola Holmes YA novels.
A look at Meet the Sky, Girl CEO, and more.
Judy Blume, Laurie Halse Anderson, and LeVar Burton are among candidates to be 2019 ALMA laureate.
Three works of fiction for middle grade, a novel in verse, and a graphic memoir are this year’s finalists for the 2018 National Book Award.
Award-winning author teams up with Follett to curate titles and get "All Books to All Kids."
Fans of the Smile author have two reasons to look forward to 2019.
Recently published graphic memoirs illustrate that the genre is pushing the format to new heights.
When the season turns cool and costumed ghouls and goblins begin roaming the streets—it’s time cozy up with a mystery.
Civic responsibility, activism, and activists, are highlighted in this this list of recently published titles.
Some titles from Native writers in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day.
Read a chapter from Jeff Kinney's latest in this exclusive look at Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown.
You Go First is a novel middle graders will love, but is it a contender for another Newbery?
A character-driven story for whole-class read-alouds or independent reading,
Harbor Me, Tight, and Soar are among the titles getting post-it reviews.
If you’re seeking 2018 fictional works about Latinx experiences, look no further.
Flashback audio from Jarrett Krosoczka three years ago as he worked on Hey, Kiddo.
A few September release graphic novels that teens and tweens will enjoy.
Several recent incidents highlight the need for more informed and compassionate policies when it comes to tweens in the public library.
This cadre is made up of Latinx women and non-binary creators with debut and sophomore fictional books for children and teens releasing between Fall 2018–2019.
Betsy Bird reveals what happens when a supporting character from an earlier title takes the lead in a new middle grade novel.
How can educators incorporate materials that explore empathy and encourage social and emotional development? An educator has some suggestions.
Betsy Bird talks to Ellen Klages about her new middle grade book, Out of Left Field, which takes feminism to the sports world.
Cassy Lee ignites diversity awareness at the Chinese American International School in San Francisco.
When it comes to questions about climate change, it’s imperative that we urge children and teens to seek answers that enlighten, inspire, and stimulate them to get involved as responsible inhabitants of this planet.
Librarians are helping to foster a productive exchange of ideas among students.
