From a lushly-illustrated story of the wildflowers that inspired Emily Dickinson to vivid narratives of firefighters, researchers, and policy makers confronting climate change, these books show people engaging with the world as explorers, observers, and protectors.
Comic Book Legal Defense Fund interim director Jeff Trexler spoke with SLJ about the Texas House Bill 900 court decision and what comes next in this case, which has been appealed, and the larger battle for intellectual freedom.
These picture books that celebrate found families, friendship, and connection are great choices for holidays shelves.
The new Children’s Booker Prize to be given for fiction written for ages 8–12 will launch in 2026 and first be awarded in 2027.
The books that shine here, including the latest from Leslie Patricelli and Mo Willems, keep it simple, are all heart, and let babies be babies and preschoolers be preschoolers.
Native American Heritage Month, celebrated in November, celebrates the rich histories, cultures, achievements, and stories of Indigenous peoples across the United States. Share these four YA titles, all with Indigenous protagonists, with young readers in time for NAHM and anytime during the year.
This month’s starred selections include titles about donuts, the women of Norse mythology, the Russo-Ukrainian War, and more.
New Braunfels ISD is using SB 13 to shut down middle and high school libraries during reviews; groups ask Supreme Court to review Little v. Llano County decision; and more.
A collaboration among a middle school librarian and her English teacher colleagues sparked student creativity and a passion for poetry.
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