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Inspired by the death of Trayvon Martin, One of the Good Ones tells the story of a young activist whose death in police custody makes national news. To honor her death, the activist’s two sisters go on a road trip following the Green Book guide for Black travelers.

Educators can teach Amanda Gorman's inauguration poem "The Hill We Climb" and share Gorman's story with students.

The children's literature world was shocked by the unexpected death of author Kathleen Krull, who had recently been diagnosed with cancer. Also in this edition of News Bites, Ibram X. Kendi makes a deal with Netflix; opportunities for funding; and more.

Some educators abandon teaching the Bard's work, while others update and enhance Shakespeare curricula.

Who is the kid lit nerdiest of them all? Putting their knowledge to the test, Betsy and Travis square off in this romp through Newbery/Caldecott history.

The debut author spoke with SLJ about releasing her first book during a pandemic, writing novels as a tween, and the key to balancing stories of loss with plenty of love.

Author Fan Face-off pits a middle grade superfan against the author of one of their favorite books to see who knows more about the title.

The illustrator of Best Books 2020 selection All Because You Matter by Tami Charles expanded on that picture book's theme of youthful wonder for the cover of the December issue.

On January 20, Jill Biden will be the latest educator to become First Lady. How much of an impact can she have on the national conversation and policy?