Public Libraries

Libraries are in the business of books, and every step of the process of getting books onto shelves and into readers’ hands can be challenging. Here are some tips and tricks for that primary goal of librarianship.

Hand these books to middle graders in need of some magical tales. 

Hand these books to tweens and teens who love Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. 

Writing in library books is typically against the rules, but many public libraries are stocking their collections with test prep workbooks and other materials designed to be written in.

The free two-day, virtual festival in October will celebrate some of the biggest names in children's literature and share Latinx representation and stories with kids in classrooms across the country.

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.

What is the best way to organize picture books for the youngest readers with specific interests?

Amid threats and hate-fueled protests, performers and allies remain committed to the program.

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