Taylor, Will

This season's edition of Series Made Simple brings a collection of nonfiction titles for young readers looking to explore, absorb, and make sense of the world around them.

Book bans are often argued to be an infringement of First Amendment rights, but are they also a violation of civil rights? In the case of Granbury (TX) ISD, the ACLU of Texas says yes. The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights is looking into it. 

This season’s Series Made Simple helps reminds us of the power of books through timely topics for young readers of all ages and reading levels.

Is it unconstitutional to ban books from a school library? Pico didn't provide an easy answer, but the ACLU and a couple of  Missouri students are suing arguing that the removal of books from the Wentzville R-IV district is a violation of their First Amendment rights.

Seven superb titles made SLJ's list of must-have chapter books, including a retelling of Don Quixote and charming take on the “new sibling” genre.

The 2021 list of best middle grade books counts with 26 novels, including unforgettable works by Joseph Bruchac, Jasmine Warga, and Kate DiCamillo.

High shipping costs, skyrocketing paper fees, and labor issues wreak havoc on book publishing schedules. 

The Newbery Honor author spoke with SLJ about finding horror inspiration in the natural world, the best tea for writing, and crafting stories that "tick along with the reader’s heartbeat."

For many educators returning to schools this fall, classroom discussion will be governed by controversial provisions in a proliferation of legislation.