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From magic to murder, these YA novels set at boarding schools are full of secrets and page-turning plots to keep readers guessing.

The Kids Discover Online database invites students to an educational environment where they can read, play, and follow their natural curiosity. Here's our review.

Two exemplary titles explore activism from distinct perspectives for young readers.

This month's starred selections include nonfiction and reference books, along with the latest Legend of Zelda video game.

Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, is a Hindu festival celebrating spring. Young readers will enjoy these colorful picture books about the holiday.

These collections gather poems about nature, imagination, and creativity. Share them with young readers to open up a world of possibilities.

The night before Christmas should have been a time of celebration and joy for Matt Davis, the Library Media Specialist at Seckman High School in Imperial, Missouri. Instead, it turned into a nightmare when a water line burst in the school library he had managed for the past three years. The call he received that night was devastating, as it meant the loss of thousands of books and significant damage to the library space.

Women’s History Month reminds us that, although they are sometimes overlooked in history classes, women are very much a part of American history. They’ve been key players both out front and behind the scenes. During our recent work creating the new database, Women’s History in the United States, we discovered many inspirational stories of such women from various time periods and walks of life.

Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates events told in the biblical Book of Esther. Hand these titles to young readers so they can share in the parties, costumes, and food that are all part of the festivities.