
50+ Books to Celebrate National Poetry Month for Kids and Teens
April is National Poetry Month! Now is typically the time of year when educators have more flexibility with their curriculum and...

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...

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...

Books About Youth Activism for Children Aged 0 to 18
In order for children to begin investing their humanity to make the world a better place, they must be exposed to real injustices and a...

25+ Graphic Novel Recommendations for Young Readers of All Ages
“Graphic novels aren’t real books.” “Graphic novels are too easy.” “Graphic novels don’t depict more serious themes or issues.” “Graphic...

Spooktacular Middle Grade and Young Adult Fall Reads
As the weather continues to cool and the leaves change, it is the perfect time for kids to cozy up with spooky books. Whether it be...

Back to School Chapter Book and Young Adult Recommendations
Going back to school often brings about complicated feelings in teens, whether that be the excitement of seeing friends and classmates,...