News & Features

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.

A look at the 2022 Ezra Jack Keats Award winners!

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A roundup of 2022 books from previous Caldecott Medal and Honor winners.

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These 12 titles featuring Asian American protagonists will warm readers' hearts, spark their imaginations, and reflect their lived realities. All publish in 2022.

A recent CBS News/YouGov poll showed Americans do not support removing books about race from schools and believe that students should be taught the history of race and racism in the United States.

How do you take care of yourself—and your creativity—when the world around you feels unsafe?

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You know things are bad when LeVar Burton can’t get through a read-aloud. The actor and beloved “Reading Rainbow” host dropped by The Daily Show With Trevor Noah with a serious message on censorship.

A writing contest for kids, based on Gary Paulsen's new novel, NORTHWIND.

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How is our most recent Newbery winner doing on the NYT Bestseller list?

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