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ALA Multicultural Award-Winning Books

These ALA multicultural children’s books are amongst the Youth Media Awards including the Newbery, Caldecott, and Coretta Scott King Book Awards this year!   Read more »

Comment | February 20, 2019, 7:00 am

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The Gay History of America’s Classic Children’s Books

The Gay History of America's Classic Children's Books: These classic children's titles share a secret language of queer compassion.   Read more »

1 comment | February 13, 2019, 7:00 am

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Celebrate Black Hair During Black History Month

Children's books that celebrate kinky hair, hairstyles and care are a crucial piece of anti-racist education that is missing in most classrooms.   Read more »

Comment | February 6, 2019, 9:00 am

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Honeysmoke: New Biracial Children’s Book

A young biracial girl looks around her world for her color. She finally chooses her own, and creates a new word for herself―honeysmoke.   Read more »

3 comments | January 30, 2019, 8:00 am

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Born Just Right

From advocates for limb difference & founder of Project Unicorn comes an inspiring memoir BORN JUST RIGHT on how every kid is perfect just the way they are.   Read more »

Comment | January 23, 2019, 8:37 am

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To Get To College, It Helps Black Students To Have A Black Teacher Early On

Studies show that having just one black teacher not only lowers black students' high school dropout rates and increases their desire to go to college.   Read more »

1 comment | January 16, 2019, 9:00 am

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Palestine Children’s Books

A wonderful book list compilation of books where children can find books about Palestine. These books are crucial for representation and education.   Read more »

Comment | January 9, 2019, 10:29 pm

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The Writer’s Page: “Speak with Us, Not for Us”

Many of my writer friends who are white feel anxious when we talk about “diverse books.” If other white writers... Read more »

Comment | January 2, 2019, 1:02 pm

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Multicultural Kids’ Books That Teach Life Lessons, Prompt Creativity

Author and illustrator Grace Lin shares her list of the year's best multicultural Kids' Books That Teach Life Lessons, and Prompt Creativity.   Read more »

Comment | December 19, 2018, 9:00 am

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Q&A with Raakhee Mirchandani: Super Satya Saves the Day

Super Satya Saves the Day, introduces Satya, a precocious Indian-American superhero, who is ready to save the day, even if she doesn’t know it right away!   Read more »

Comment | December 12, 2018, 11:42 am

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Children’s Books About West Africa

Travel the world with your children through these beautiful children’s books about West Africa. This is part of a kidlit series from Kid World Citizen.   Read more »

1 comment | December 5, 2018, 9:00 am

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An Interview with Mary Amato

Author Mary Amato has two new books out this fall—the first in a chapter-book series, News From Me, Lucy McGee, as well as a YA book.   Read more »

Comment | November 28, 2018, 12:00 pm

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Children’s Books About Females of Color in Politics

Children's Books About Females of Color in Politics below shows ALL girls that a career in politics is not only possible, but a dream they can conquer too.   Read more »

Comment | November 23, 2018, 9:00 am

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A Racial Justice Guide to Thanksgiving for Educators and Families

A Racial Justice Guide to Thanksgiving for Educators and Families includes: Lesson Plans / Study Guides, Resources for Families, and Book Lists, etc.   Read more »

Comment | November 21, 2018, 12:00 pm

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11 Children’s Books About Korean Culture

11 Children’s Books about Korean Culture that are perfect for learning or celebrating the many wonderful aspects such as language, clothing, food, and more.   Read more »

Comment | November 14, 2018, 9:00 am

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Books to Introduce Native American Heritage Month to Kids

This list of children's books will help you celebrate Native American tribes, nations, and civilizations that date back as far as 1200 BC.   Read more »

Comment | November 7, 2018, 10:08 am

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Diverse Female Superheroes in Children’s Books

Diverse Female Superheroes in Children's Books will help change how girls are portrayed and perceived in the majority of children’s books for ALL children.   Read more »

1 comment | October 31, 2018, 9:00 am

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Where Are You From? Book Review

WHERE ARE YOU FROM includes themes of self-acceptance, identity, and home, will connect with all readers, especially those who felt that they don’t belong.   Read more »

Comment | October 17, 2018, 9:00 am

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The Ultimate Guide to Diverse Kid Lit

Diverse Kid Lit is a book-sharing meme designed to promote thereading and writing of children's books that feature diverse characters.   Read more »

Comment | October 10, 2018, 9:00 am

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Picture Books to Celebrate Latin American Music

Here are some wonderful new picture books that celebrate Latin American music, from lullabies to rock and roll to celebrate Latin American culture.   Read more »

Comment | October 3, 2018, 9:00 am