
Inclusive Books to Celebrate and Honor Father Figures
Father’s Day is June 19! This inclusive list of books celebrating and honoring father figures shines a light on relationships between...

Flower Painting with the Monroe Street Arts Center and Spring Book List
Transitioning to a new season often feels rejuvenating and hopeful, especially when we’re transitioning from a long, cold winter in the...

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...

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...

10+ Reimagined & Diverse Fairy Tales for Young Readers
Fairy tales are a wonderful way to incorporate conversations about activism, ethics, empathy and understanding. They often feature...

'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...

Community Building for Tweenagers
7 Middle Grade Books Highlighting Friendship, Inclusion, Collaboration with Elizabeth from @thekidlitmama

Self-Portrait Painting and Identity Affirmation with the Help of Stories
Storytelling is a powerful tool to facilitate discussions and connections between children and their peers. Thoughtfully chosen books can...

Read-Alikes: 6 Future Children’s Book Classics to Add to Your Bookshelf
National Literacy Month is the perfect time to help young people fall in love with reading, and also celebrate some new and exciting...

Picture Book Recommendations Celebrating Seasons
Children's books documenting the changing of the seasons bring so much joy into classrooms and homes. Both kids and grown-ups often look...