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On the Diverse Books Survey page, users can access related content, newly updated, as well as our Diverse Books Survey report.
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.
The creator of a mobile library serving children in Afghanistan, a middle school teacher-designer of a social justice course in West Philadelphia, and #1000BlackGirlBooks founder Marley Dias were named to the International Literacy Association’s “30 Under 30” list.
The weekly public radio podcast compared libraries to Hogwarts' Room of Requirement, visited libraries across the country, and told three special stories.
Salt Lake City patrons line up for free gun locks, while Ohio library staff gets mental health training, and Baltimore system teams up with TV personalities in this edition of NewsBites.
The Yale Child Study Center–Scholastic Collaborative for Child & Family Resilience will focus research on “the intersection of literacy and health across a range of education content areas.”
Another best books list, a diversity survey, and a sleep study in this edition of NewsBites.
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Legal maneuver made to push federal court of appeals.
Backlash kills publication of graphic novel that is called Islamaphobic and dangerous.
A new graphic novel, related television series and real life science society, a Library of Congress contest, a new AR app, and more.
Wondering what happened in Texas, where they wanted to bump Hillary Clinton and Helen Keller from the curriculum? Still waiting for the AR Harry Potter game we wrote about months ago? We've got you covered with news about past articles.
The Ana Grace Project developed “Finish the Race" to inform and inspire elementary schoolers. The nonprofit also brings mental health support and professional development to the district's schools.
There are plenty of chances to earn money for programs and books for students and patrons.
There are library-related campaigns on ballots across the country—and some librarians, too. Catch up on the issues and candidates, see where to follow the results, and learn the implications.
Sharing insights, resources, and programs from some breakout session presenters.
Lilead Fellows and Mentors share the not-so-secret keys to leadership success.
Don't stop teaching Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird. Use it—flaws and all—as a piece of the much bigger story.
Author Adam Gidwitz discusses the evolution of himself as a writer and of his "Unicorn Rescue Society" series.
From superintendents to Drag Queen Story Hour and SLJ's School Librarian of the Year, there was a lot to take in during Day 2 of the SLJ Leadership Summit.
The actor and activist inspired a room of educators with an opening keynote address at the SLJ Leadership Summit.
Famed actor and activist George Takei will kick off School Library Journal’s annual Summit. This year’s theme: Making “good trouble.”
Harper Lee's classic To Kill a Mockingbird was named the winner on the PBS series.
The majority of public and K–12 librarians consider it "very important" to have a diverse book collection for kids and teens, according to SLJ's nationwide survey. But there are hurdles, including a lack of quality titles in specific areas.
The teens have voted. Here are their 10 best books of 2018.
Smith, who famously raised a black-gloved fist in protest on the medal podium in 1968, has teamed up with award-winning Crown author Derrick Barnes for a graphic memoir.
How valuable is a master’s degree in library science? Opinions from the field have fluctuated, along with the fortunes of the profession.
The Public Library Association (PLA) announces mini-grants and a new writing contest, and UNICEF and Stone Soup add writing competitions of their own in this edition of NewsBites.
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."
Students and staff in Wilmington, NC—and throughout impacted areas of the Carolinas—are trying to get back to life as it was before the storm hit.
Magic, mythology, astronomy, and J.K. Rowling's beloved universe come together in an exhibit now on display in the United States.
Event planned for Lafayette (LA) Public Library will not go on as scheduled.
Read a chapter from Jeff Kinney's latest in this exclusive look at Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown.
Toddlers and their caregivers in Meridian, ID, have a cool new space to love with the arrival of the Tiny Library branch, geared toward early learning.
Tips on language and presentation to get administrators to listen (and act) when advocating for the library.
These unsung heroes can be essential to keep libraries operating efficiently, but there are fewer of them than there used to be.
Nearly 300 motion picture treasures representing a century of cinema history are now available through the Library of Congress’s new National Screening Room.
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Industry news, an inaugural award from CBC Diversity, and looking ahead to Midwinter in this edition of NewsBites.
Food and cooking are easy and accessible entry points to learning.
What’s in store for the 2019 award season? SLJ’s "Pondering Printz" columnists will consider the contenders for the Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult Literature.
Handling policy challenges and proper information for staff when serving transgender teens.
A look at the titles, data, a round up of recent related content, and more, as the literary world focuses the spotlight on censorship.
School Library Journal has relaunched “First Steps,” its early learning column, with two new co-authors.
National Geographic wants middle grade fiction fans to get hooked on science with "Explorer Academy" series.
Susan Mongold talks about the excitement and challenges of being on the inaugural staff at the new public school in Akron, OH.
The Texas State Board of Education passed a preliminary vote to remove Clinton, as well as Helen Keller and others, from the social studies and history curriculum. It could become official in November.
An Amazon-inspired network of preschools could be in America's future, and more in NewsBites.
Travis Jonker takes a look at news of the week in children's and YA publishing.
Travis Jonker considers a bolder, more modern look for his blog—and reconsiders.
Ten contenders for the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature have been announced by the National Book Foundation.
IMLS shares tips and resources for library staff in the path of Hurricane Florence, and more.
A screen-free coding robot that had to be tried to be believed.
AASL has launched two eagerly anticipated crosswalk documents on the new page of AASL's National School Library Standards Web Portal.
The blue cat (no, not that one) continues his world domination plan. Pete will soon be available to stream to a small screen near you.
Lafayette Library Board of Control President Joseph Gordon-Wiltz has submitted a letter of resignation in the wake of Drag Queen Story Hour protests.
SLJ reviews 3Doodler's new line of 3-D printing pen products designed for classroom use.
Betsy Bird updates readers on all the news she can before her laptop battery dies.
An art auction and Black Lives Matter at School webinar, as well as Chronicle in China and McGraw-Hill bringing Big Bird into the classroom all in this installment of News Bites.
Opportunities abound for school, public, and academic librarians looking for chances to present their own webinar or earn fellowships and awards.
Maryland's Ali Schilpp is this year's winner, with two library "Champions" honored as well.
Ali Schilpp brings big ideas to a small school in Accident, MD.
Michelle Carton builds a global education at the Tudor Elementary School in Anchorage, Alaska.
Colte's greatest joy is empowering students and seeing them take what they've learned to help someone else.
The Georgia library media specialist seeks to support not just his students but the community.
Teacher librarian brings technology, activity, and excitement to the media center.
After backlash from members, ALA goes back to work on proper wording for the use of meeting rooms in the Library Bill of Rights.
Librarians are spending hundreds, if not thousands, of their own dollars to better serve their students.
After a successful pilot program, Follett is going to offer more book fairs to different areas this school year.
YA authors Emily X.R. Pan and Nova Ren Suma kick-start a crowdfunding campaign for online short story anthology.
Open Library is an Internet Archive project developed to present one web page for every book ever published. Recent enhancements allow for even more openness.
After her successful #KidsNeedBooks campaign, author Ann Braden and partners are piloting #KidsNeedMentors to facilitate ongoing author/educator/child relationships.
As children are released from detention centers into parental custody or foster care, adults at school can be part of the vital support structure.
YALSA gets a new executive director, IMLS awards nearly 50 grants for cultural programs, and new diversity-related awards are announced.
Suggestion to shutter local libraries in favor of Amazon stores is shouted down on social media.