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Debut author B. B. Alston talks about the revolutionary and life-saving power of seeing yourself in stories.

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Peeking in at the last two episodes of the show.

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This style of short reviews would be a great way to share more books during distance learning!

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This beautiful and moving collection deserves a spot in all libraries. What a wonderful addition this would be for poetry units.

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The top 10 audiobooks represent the best of November 2019 to October 2020 releases, with selections for all age groups and interests.

2020 has made me more thankful than ever for book mail. Here's what I will be reading soon.

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Whew, 2020! Thank goodness for books being here to distract us. These are some of my favs of this past year.

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Books to accompany the show set in the Star Wars universe about a bounty hunter who roams the galaxies with a fuzzy green infant in tow.

Hand these YA novels to students drawn to the realistic series about a diverse group of teens in Los Angeles.

YA Librarian Karen Jensen shares 5 resources to help us all serve middle grade and young adult readers in our libraries in 2021

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One in four kids tuned in to a podcast in 2020, drawn to stories and discussions about the coronavirus, money, activism, racial justice, and other topics.

Now on The Yarn: Matthew Cordell & Christopher Paul Curtis

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New books by Ellen Hopkins, Pocket Change Collective, Kwame Alexander, and more!

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So glad I've been doing routine installments of these Post-It Note Reviews for quite a while now because, WHEW! is this what my current attention span is best suited for at the moment.

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There's not much joy to be found these days, but at least we have books! Check out these great new and forthcoming titles.

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Karen Jensen answers some of the most frequently asked questions she receives about doing Collection Diversity Audits.

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Quick reviews of recent titles for all ages.

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A: They've both recently been on The Yarn podcast.

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With humor, song, and fact-filled history, these audio productions help kids understand the workings of democracy. 

Teen contributor Riley Jensen highlights 5 new YA books coming soon for teen readers

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A brief look at voting and elections in YA literature

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Audiobooks from Samatha Mabry, Suzanne Collins, E. Lockhart, Dean Atta, and more are sure to entice middle and high school listeners.

Between library books and book mail, I'm keeping busy cruising through new and forthcoming titles. See what you need to add to your TBR!

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Inspire tweens and teens to get creative by making and photographing hand puppets

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Ready to add to your TBR list? Here's what has shown up at the Minnesota branch of TLT.

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Read-alouds are usually the domain of picture books, but teens also enjoy being read to, and audiobooks are popular among all ages. Here are some read-aloud videos of YA titles—classic, new, and upcoming books—from publishers, authors, and librarians.

Tune into talk about mind-bending concepts and fascinating figures, from googolplex and the Fibonacci Sequence to the mathematicians behind the first programming language.

Longtime favorite authors dominated the lists of checkouts in the first half of June, according to Follett's Students' Choice data.

A PBS documentary, a picture book about his boyhood aspirations to become a preacher, and his own graphic memoir trilogy invite young readers into the life and battles of the late, beloved John Lewis.

These reviews from the July issue feature audio performances of books by Nic Stone, Melissa Albert, Nikki Grimes, and Walter Dean Myers, among others.

This playlist includes episodes with imaginative stories, scientific facts, ongoing discoveries, and lessons about the interplay between entertainment and science.

Experimenting with fantasy, historical fiction, science fiction, or other genres, kids can write a new world that leaves COVID-19 behind—or address the pandemic head-on and go deep into emotions and experiences.

Unlock kids' creativity with episodes about origami, bookmaking, beavers, and more inspirations.

This playlist offers windows into key documents, people, and cultural factors that shaped U.S. history.

Bored in the house? Try one of these eight family-friendly board games. 

The relatively low-priced subscription service offers an opportunity to try out a large selection of newly released titles.

The learning opportunities found in well-designed games give students an interactive and entertaining way to learn about environmental issues.

SLJ's reviews of the Youth Media Award winners (YMAs) announced at a press conference at the American Library Association’s Midwinter conference in Philadelphia.

The latest in the developer's transportation series provides templates for viewers to get their app designs rolling.

These 10 audiobooks represent the best of November 2018 to October 2019 releases, with selections for all age groups and interests. Exceptional narration enhances the fascinating stories.

These albums showcase styles that will appeal to all ages and include songs that can be used in storytimes and library programs, or just enjoyed in the car. Chosen by reviewers from SLJ’s ClefNotes music column, these selections are must-haves for all collections.

These 30 audiobooks will appeal to listeners from preschool through high school.

When considering videos for classroom use, finding a balance between current topics, top-notch information, and engaging delivery means the difference between media that sparks an eye roll and content that comes across as genuine, thereby captivating viewers and inspiring intelligent discussion. Here are 15 strong selections for library collections. 

The concepts of flow, community, and nonverbal communication are explored in three intriguing and artistically daring games.

It's been a space-themed month, and Avokiddo's new app adds to the fun with a production that fuses logic, puzzles, and elements of physics. 

Ten reviews of children's music CDs that are great for family time, story time, or anytime,.

The latest app in Tinybop, Inc.'s "Explorer's Library" allows students to experiment with heating and cooling solids, liquids, and gases—without setting off a smoke alarm.

New research offers compelling evidence that suggests we should make more use of podcasts, while a podcast search engine makes it easy. Here are three curated lists that dovetail with this year's summer reading theme. 

YouTube is the most popular social media for teenagers. BookTube has been growing for a number of years, and for those who aren’t already tapped into the world of book lovers who share their insights and passions on the video site, it can be challenging to figure out where to begin.

A new app by the German developer has been nominated for two Webby Awards.

From Sonia De Los Santos’s ¡Alegría!, which explores joy and happiness, to Ginalina’s It Takes a Village to Legion of Peace: Songs Inspired by Nobel Laureates by Lori Henriques Quintet featuring Joey Alexander, many of this season’s children’s music selections are filled with thoughtful positivity.

Abrams Children’s Books has announced a new series of biographies for middle grade readers: First Names. Eight books are planned and will cover historical and contemporary figures in a highly illustrated format, with titles on Harry Houdini and Amelia Earhart due August 2019.

The author and teacher talks about her debut novel, a sensitive yet honest look at a girl grappling with colorism, internalized self-hatred, and parents she can't always count on.

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.

The author's new graphic novel, about a black student enrolling in a predominantly white private school, tells powerful truths about racism and alienation with humor and heart.

On the Diverse Books Survey page, users can access related content, newly updated, as well as our Diverse Books Survey report.

Including the Asian Pacific American Librarians Award and Sydney Taylor Book Award winners did not overcome the disappointment felt by many when ALA did not announce the affiliates' honor books during the ceremony.

The Youth Media Awards provided surprises, a diverse list of winners, and some committee decisions to debate.

Claire Hartfield and Ekua Holmes are author and illustrator winners, respectively, in this 50th anniversary year for the Coretta Scott King Book Awards.

The 2019 Newbery Medal-winning author talks about her reaction to the phone call, writing about Latino families at this time in our country's history, and the power of the award.

These titles jump-start important conversations about online conduct, safety, and ethics.

Young people have always used a language of their own. But does that language belong on the page? Is it literary?

With anti-Semitism on the rise, teaching the lessons of history to inform students and counter bigotry has never been more important. Here are resources with recommended books for young readers about the Jewish experience and a new curriculum to help students understand the Holocaust and its legacy, with the life of Oskar Schindler as an entry point.