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A look at some of the latest news in censorship attempts around the country. In this installment, read about what's happening in districts in Kansas, North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania.

If we writers only create characters that appeal to us – or to a certain group of readers – that will not portray our true world. We must also be able to write characters, situations, and themes that make us uncomfortable.

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A stunningly beautiful, profoundly thoughtful examination of community, kindness, and truth. A fantastic read.

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Families can be complicated, and when parents split up, it can be difficult for children to process this major shift in their lives. These three titles center on tweens dealing with parental divorce or separation, across varying circumstances and genre.

The graphic novelist and former National Ambassador for Young People's Literature tests his knowledge against a middle school contestant in this all-new episode of the game show. 

The National Women's History Museum, National Education Association, Anti-Defamation League, and various federal institutions offer free resources, including lesson plans, for Women's History Month.

Emma Otheguy speaks to SLJ about immigration, racism, and how ballet informs her craft in her latest title, Sofía Acosta Makes a Scene.

Cartoonist Lincoln Peirce’s beloved Big Nate comic strip makes the jump to television in the new Nickelodeon animated series now available on the Paramount+ streaming service. Here’s our review.

I believe exposing young readers to characters such as these and sharing their heartrending stories is not only appropriate but necessary to effect positive change in our society.

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