SLJ's 2016 Best Books list celebrates 50 years of acknowledging top titles—and the power of books to transport readers and change lives.
SLJ discusses poetry and animal conservation with the award-winning author.
When I’m reviewing books for professional publications, I stay quiet about them on social media. I’m always really excited once a review comes out to be able to talk about the book, finally! Here’s one of my most recent reviews, which originally appeared in the November 2016 issue of School Library Journal. Sadowski, Michael. Safe Is Not Enough: […]
Golden Boys by Sonya Hartnett Candlewick, April 2016 Reviewed from an ARC Oh, friends, I may not be the person to write this review — not least because I haven’t technically finished reading this quite short book. I mean, I’ve read most of it, and what I’ve missed, I have skimmed through as I was […]
The "Good Comics for Kids" bloggers present their picks for the best graphic novels published in 2016.
The declaration expresses commitment to standing with and for children "in the face of attempts to disenfranchise, dehumanize, and to dismiss violence against marginalized people."
The Steep and Thorny Way by Cat Winters Amulet Books, March 2016 Reviewed from a final copy Not a roundup, not a Best Of list, not a bird OR a plane, it’s a review! With three stars and a shout out in the comments of our original list, this is historical fiction with a twist […]
“This is unreal!” shouted Congressman John Lewis, accepting the award for his graphic memoir of the civil rights movement.
The report looks at barriers to equity in education, educators’ funding priorities, the role of families and communities, and the needs for learning supports and professional development.