Classroom

Graphic novels deliver on the thrills and chills, and middle grade readers have plenty to choose from. Brigid Alverson examines the format and recommends 13 titles that deftly blend scary and fun.

The hallmark of community schools is free wrap-around services, and more federal funding for community schools means more accessible assistance for those in need.

The first comprehensive look at book bans in the 2021-22 school year breaks down the numbers by state, author, title, content, and legislative pressures. 

Mispronouncing a student’s name can have a significant negative impact. Getting it right sends a better, affirming message. 

Experts offer their picks in resources to help expand both knowledge and perspective this school year. There's zine-making with the Smithsonian; research tools from Infodocket's Gary Price; GLSEN webinars on supporting LGBTIA+ students, and more.

It’s been five years since Hurricane María tore through the Caribbean and made landfall in Puerto Rico in late September 2017. The following titles for young people shed light on the experiences had by the islanders during and after the hurricane and highlight their resilience and will to rebuild.

Children can handle the hard truths about slavery, say educators.  Literature can help the conversation.

Our reviews teams scoured the lists for the best of new books to take on the first days of school.