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12 Books to Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility

12 Books to Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility
SLJ Staff,  Mar 22, 2024

From elementary books to young adult titles—across various genres and formats—these 12 recent releases elevate voices and showcase the multifaceted experiences within the trans and nonbinary community.

 

Book Review: Lo Simpson Starts a Revolution by Melanie Florence

Book Review: Lo Simpson Starts a Revolution by Melanie Florence
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Mar 13, 2024
A middle schooler used to living in her best friend’s shadow learns how to stand out and speak up, not just for herself but for her whole school.
Book Review: Free Period by Ali Terese

Book Review: Free Period by Ali Terese
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Mar 05, 2024
An absolutely fantastic read about period equity, friendship, direct action, and good trouble.
Who makes the rules? Activism in schools, a guest post by librarian Jenny Arch

Who makes the rules? Activism in schools, a guest post by librarian Jenny Arch
Karen Jensen, MLS | Blogs,  Feb 14, 2024
Librarian Jenny Arch shares books that show how kids/teens can help shape their life through activism
Holiday House and Pixel + Ink Showcase: January through June 2024

Holiday House and Pixel + Ink Showcase: January through June 2024
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Feb 05, 2024
For all of your collection development and TBR needs, please enjoy these new titles from Holiday House and Pixel + Ink.
Book Review: The Reckoning by Wade Hudson

Book Review: The Reckoning by Wade Hudson
Amanda MacGregor | Blogs,  Jan 08, 2024
What I wouldn't give to see this used as a book club selection or a read aloud at school and then be a fly on the wall for discussions. There is so much to talk about in this deeply affecting look at racism, segregation, activism, and violence.
Fighting Back Against Book Bans: 'It's an Act of Resistance.' | Censorship News

Fighting Back Against Book Bans: 'It's an Act of Resistance.' | Censorship News
SLJ Staff,  Jan 03, 2024

Librarians, individuals, and grassroots organizations are on the offensive against censorship attempts.

SLJ Summit 2023 Takeaways: Tips and Ideas from Panels and Breakout Sessions

SLJ Summit 2023 Takeaways: Tips and Ideas from Panels and Breakout Sessions
SLJ Staff,  Dec 20, 2023

From intellectual freedom to AI, there was plenty to learn and discuss at the 2023 SLJ Summit in Atlanta. Here are just some of the ideas that came from those on panels and in breakout sessions.

Empowered in the Fight for Intellectual Freedom | SLJ Summit 2023

Empowered in the Fight for Intellectual Freedom | SLJ Summit 2023
Kara Yorio,  Dec 07, 2023

Panelists shared strategies, resources, and tips for coalition building for the fight against censorship at the SLJ Summit: A Vision for the Future.

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