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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.
Students can study the science of baseball—and the sport can help teach the kids key STEM concepts—thanks to this new multi-year content collaboration.
It's a summer session of architecture, music, culture, and fun.
In Washington, DC, preschool and primary educators have teamed up with the Children Are Citizens project. The results are intriguing; the methods worth replicating.
Joyce Valenza's go-to resources for fostering discussion with students from K to 20.
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.
A conversation with the author about the book Colby Sharp calls "unforgettable."
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.
The Poet X and Ghost Boys are winners of the 2019 Walter Dean Myers Awards for Outstanding Children's Literature.
A new campaign invites the participation of educators and parents to help promote literacy with the hashtag #ReadingIsforEveryone, with a related event on World Read Aloud Day, February 1.
Nationwide, an increasing number of students are the first in their families to pursue higher education. A common theme: mentors and a support system.
The author of The Music of What Happens had an annual award named after him after he spoke out against a bigoted panelist at the NCTE conference in November and talked about the incident emotionally a couple of days later. He is quick to admit, however, that he doesn't have all the answers when it comes to the right way to combat hatred and bigotry.
There are a wealth of opportunities in this edition of NewsBites—from a earning school library grant or a social media superstar award, winning book donations and an exhibition possibly stopping at your branch.
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.
The debut YA author talks about her path to publication, the “soupiness” of her characters, and what she’s working on next.
As a strategic approach, co-creation works for problems large and small, but it's especially useful for a complex issue or when moving into unchartered territory.
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.
A school librarian combines her love of dogs and books in a successful pilot program.
The weekly public radio podcast compared libraries to Hogwarts' Room of Requirement, visited libraries across the country, and told three special stories.
The Faithful Spy is the next finalist up for discussion.
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.
Murdock weaves a mystery about redemption and desire into a world that believed in scraps of wood, bone and dust.
When it comes to teachable moments, nothing beats commemorative dates.
The Heavy Medal Newbery discussion begins today. In the next 24 days, 18 books selected as “Heavy Medal Finalists” will be discussed by the 19 members of the Heavy Medal Award Committee, culminating in Mock Newbery balloting on January 25th. Discussion opens with “The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge.”
It's not all laughs, improv programs teach communication skills, collaboration, and help build confidence.
Moms for Social Justice has started its 2019 initiative, putting a diverse collection of books into Chattanooga classrooms where school library collections are woefully inadequate.
With systemic harassment and assault in the news, educators are working age appropriate lessons about boundaries, safety, and sexual assault into the school day.
Known for his discerning eye and love of theater, Neal Porter has established one of the highest quality picture book imprints in the United States and around the world.
Lunar themes, storytelling, STEAM initiatives, and more ideas for summer activities at the library.
In anticipation of our coverage of Black History Month, add these selections about historical figures with big dreams, from board books to YA memoirs, to your collection and display year-round.
Could there be a repeat of 2017? The children’s literature scholar thinks two nonfiction titles about race in the United States could take the medal.
A new website is crowdsourcing information on libraries around the world for travelers to visit.
The Librarian for a Day initiative gives candidates a chance to learn about library life within a branch community with the help of a mentor.
Baby-friendly card policies encourage literacy and library use from birth.
Publishers are revising children's classics, including racist ones. Should they be?
Date rape impacts a community; appropriate holiday decor; protesters at a Halloween event.
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.”
I was shocked and saddened to see the news that librarian Amber Clark had been targeted and killed by a banned patron.
A curated booklist for children living through lockdowns and mass shootings.
We rounded up our reviews of the five titles on YALSA’s 2019 Excellence in Nonfiction Award Shortlist.
Another best books list, a diversity survey, and a sleep study in this edition of NewsBites.
Herewith, 2018 in School Library Journal, cover by cover. Hat tip, Mark Tuchman, SLJ creative director.
YALSA names five finalists for the award honoring the best nonfiction for teens.
These high school students created a wide-ranging cultural event with visiting college representatives, crafts, poetry, dance, and more.
YALSA names finalists for best YA book by a previously unpublished author.
Check out our reviews—all starred—for the recently announced Morris finalists, including two SLJ Best Books.
In a difficult year, SLJ readers raised up good books for kids and teens, seeking out and celebrating the best in publishing. The most popular posts of the year included lists featuring Latinx and Native American themes and characters.
The government's education report focuses on partnerships and literacy, but no cost was included.
By popular demand, the New York City chapter of Drag Queen Story Hour will start programming for middle and high school students.
The 2018 SLJ Leadership Summit featured two days of panels, workshops, speakers, honest conversations about the industry.
The Assembly on Literature for Adolescents of the National Council of Teachers of English (ALAN) has established the Bill Konigsberg Award for Acts and Activism for Equity and Inclusion through Young Adult Literature.
American Library Association names winners of the 2018 I Love My Librarian Awards.
SLJ's 2018 School Librarian of the Year is one of the 250 school and public librarians who received $500 in microfunding.
Legal maneuver made to push federal court of appeals.
The “Freedom” line of women's footwear sports the First Amendment engraved on the sole of each shoe. For every pair purchased, Samuel Hubbard will donate $20 to the News Literacy Project.
Backlash kills publication of graphic novel that is called Islamaphobic and dangerous.
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.
Georgia middle school will host Grammy winners for a concert to update its library.
Asorrowful story with a reluctantly resilient heroine, Kate DiCamillo's latest is a favorite of nominators.
Take inspiration from these creative librarians and other crafters this holiday season. Video: How to make a folded magazine Christmas tree.
SLJ's reviews editors have made their choices for the year's top titles.
Here are some poetry collections worth considering for the Newbery.
These discussion groups for kids in pre-K through third grade light up young readers.
A new graphic novel, related television series and real life science society, a Library of Congress contest, a new AR app, and more.
The Library of Congress, the National Archives, and the Smithsonian offer parts of their collections to be organized and made accessible thanks to the services citizen volunteers.
The author has brought back the beloved Jewish family from New York's Lower East Side for a Hanukkah book for a new generation.
The day before the National Book Awards were announced, New York City middle- and high schoolers gathered at the 92nd Street Y to hear the finalists in the Young People’s Literature category.
Acevedo received the award for her debut novel The Poet X, written in verse.
Here’s how to get young people to explore creative writing and the arts with a zine-making workshop at your library.
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.
How much do authors’ reputations drive book challenges?
Train-loving children get a coding primer as they play.
Can a collection of short stories get Newbery consideration? Maybe this one should.
Nominations for Newbery consideration are pouring into Heavy Medal this month.
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.