

Read Banned Books: a Brief List of Books That Have Been Challenged, Restricted, or Banned
Though censorship is nothing new, over the past few years, countless attempts have been made to restrict and ban the types of books kids...


Affirming and Gender-Inclusive Books for Kids and Teens
Literature can be an incredibly powerful vehicle for facilitating change and fostering a strong and healthy sense of self. This book list...


15 Don’t Miss Children’s Books for Women’s History Month with Elizabeth from the Kid Lit Mama
Note: This blog post contains affiliate links. Children’s books have come such a long way, especially when it comes to nonfiction and...


SWISH!: a STEM Basketball Challenge and Sporty Book List for Readers Aged 0 to 18
For many people, March Madness is one of the most exciting times of the year! Kids often get super excited about sports tournaments, and...


Young Adult Book to Television/Movie Adaptations
Reading books that have visual adaptations has many benefits and can be fun for readers of all ages. Books with film or television...


Celebrating Black Joy: A Collection of Picture Books by Black Authors
This collection of joyful picture books by Black creators includes some of our very favorite inclusive picture books that shine a light...


30 Middle Grade Books by Black Authors with Megan from @ihaveabook4that
You can typically find me curled up in my home library, comfy clothes on, nose buried in a good book. Reading has been a huge part of my...


Celebrating Lunar New Year with Maya from MaiStoryBook
Happy Lunar New Year! Maya here, from MaiStoryBook, and to help celebrate Lunar New Year this year, I'm excited to collaborate with the...


'Tis the Season for Family, Food, and Gatherings with Maya from MaiStoryBook
One of my favorite ways to express love is through food. Sharing a meal with family and friends is an intimate experience, and cooking...


Watercolor Leaf Rubbing and Fall Book List
Children's books documenting the changing of the seasons bring so much joy into classrooms and homes. Both kids and grown-ups often look...