Classroom

Lively action-adventure tales that typically feature large casts of memorable characters, shonen manga is the best-selling manga in the United States. Brigid Alverson names her top picks in shonen manga, most for grades 7 and up.

Juneteenth isn't taught in most schools, but this year's attention could help push it into the curriculum.

History, science, current events, and social sciences are explored in these highly engaging narrative and expository nonfiction texts for middle grade readers. 

The most recent National Assessment of Educational Progress results, showing that only 37 percent of fourth graders read proficiently, renewed debates over how to teach reading.

SLJ's reporting takes stock of the pandemic's impact on school and public libraries and the kid lit community.

The annual event celebrates, elevates, and affirms the excellence of educators of color, while forcing readers to think and act for a more equitable, informed school and community.

Spring research season is here. Adjust your practice to ensure students have a rich and meaningful immersion while working on year-end projects.

A panel of experts shared the best digital resources for better remote learning on SLJ's recent webcast Digital Resources for K-12: Learning in the Age of COVID.

The COVID-19 pandemic has shuttered schools. With libraries, bookstores, and comic shops mostly off-limits as well, readers are going online, and publishers and creators have responded with free comics and related resources. Here’s a look at those offerings.