Opinion

Author Kate Messner argues that "shining a light on science, on history, on injustice, and representation is work we all should have been doing all along. And it’s work that will need to continue long after someone else is leading the nation."

Middle grade author David Bowles makes the case that all writing—especially that which upholds and does not challenge the status quo—is inherently political. 

Best wishes to SLJ's reviews managing editor in her next chapter. 

From the best in books for children and teens to stirring stories of inspiring individuals,  these were the most viewed stories on SLJ.

Black people have always been called monkeys, intentionally or not.

The collaboration between Hartford (CT) Public Schools and the Hartford Public LIbrary boosts access to learning.

Censorship expert Pat Scales provides advice on a teacher's claims of a “political hoax,” a warning to avoid books with the N-word, and other challenging situations.

The author of Someone Like Me: How One Undocumented Girl Fought for Her American Dream discusses being questioned and othered throughout her life—and how that shaped why and how she writes for young people. 

Best-selling YA author Ahmed discusses the brutal realities of everyday racism and xenophobia, what it means to be an American, and how librarians and educators can step up and speak out on behalf of marginalized youth.