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Some of the Many Good Things about Goodreads

Goodreads is an online community that is 100% dedicated to BOOKS. Here are some tips on using this site as an author and reader.   Read more »

Comment | October 20, 2020, 5:05 am

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Diverse Books that Ignite Conversations about Bullying

October is National Bullying Prevention Month and what better way to ignite honest conversations than with Diverse Books about Bullying.   Read more »

Comment | October 13, 2020, 5:54 am

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Best Books for Latino Kids

Let's kick off a book-filled October with even more great reading recommendations including More Hispanic American-themed Books for Kids.   Read more »

Comment | October 6, 2020, 5:35 am

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Diverse Middle-Grade Books that are Perfect for Fall Reading

October is filled with colorful leaves, cooler temps, & pumpkin-spice-everything. Here are some diverse titles for the chapter-book-readers.   Read more »

Comment | September 29, 2020, 5:01 am

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Books that Share the Message of Peace 365 Days a Year

Striving for peace is a topic that should be discussed 365-days-a-year. Here are several peace booklists to help share the message with kids.   Read more »

Comment | September 22, 2020, 5:03 am

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Hispanic Heritage Month Kidlit to Add to Your TBR List

Hispanic Heritage Month is 30 days of honoring notable Hispanic Americans along with a Hispanic Heritage Month Kidlit to help celebrate.   Read more »

Comment | September 15, 2020, 5:54 am

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Reading Your World in Fun and Different Ways

Buying and consuming books has changed thanks to the state of our world. Here are a few ways to discover new book titles to fall in love with.   Read more »

Comment | September 8, 2020, 5:09 am

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Diverse Kidlit Books That Help Us Hold on to 3 Truths

During the last 9 months, the #ReadYourWorld Team has been holding tight to 3 truths; truths that are reflected in these Diverse Kidlit Books   Read more »

2 comments | September 1, 2020, 7:00 am

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Language-Based Books for a Diverse World

Our world is evolving, shifting, and changing daily. But one thing has remained the same: our children are inheriting a... Read more »

Comment | August 25, 2020, 5:34 am

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Anti-Racist Middle Grade Books

This list of 16 Best Anti-Racist Middle Grade Books are ideal to be read alone, as well as with an adult whom they can have open and frank conversations.   Read more »

Comment | July 29, 2020, 7:00 am

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Books Your Third Grader Won’t Whine About

These 9 Fabulous Books Your Third Grader Won’t Whine About Reading will prepare kids for the world with education taking place at home and the classroom.   Read more »

Comment | July 22, 2020, 7:00 am

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A Diverse Summer Reading List from Lee and Low Books

Lee and Low Books is kicking off summer with our engaging, printable Diverse Summer Reading List that will get all kids engaged in reading!   Read more »

Comment | July 15, 2020, 8:00 am

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Let’s Talk About Race: A Children’s Guide from The Tutu Teacher

In the video I discuss what racism is and how it’s impacted the lives of Black and Brown people. I also read aloud the story Let’s Talk about Race.   Read more »

1 comment | July 1, 2020, 7:00 am

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Amistad Books Launches #BlackoutBestsellerList on Social Media

Amistad Press has launched the campaign #BlackoutBestsellerList and #BlackPublishingPower in an effort to draw attention to Black authors and professionals.   Read more »

Comment | June 17, 2020, 6:00 am

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Black Joy Booklist for Children and Young Adults

This Black Joy Booklist shows how books be a safe space by reminding Black children that we see them, that we support them, and that they are loved.   Read more »

1 comment | June 10, 2020, 6:00 am

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Authors Organize Kid Lit Rally for Black Lives

Authors have organized a Kit Lit Rally for Black Lives on The Brown Bookshelf Facebook page on Thursday June 4 at 7 p.m. EDT.   Read more »

3 comments | June 3, 2020, 6:00 pm

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Picture Books to Change Your Reading Life from The Nerdy Book Club

Ten Picture Books to Change Your Reading Life teaches children about people, race, lifestyles, abilities, and the world right outside their door.   Read more »

Comment | May 27, 2020, 6:00 am

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Diverse Poetry Picture Books for Kids

Here are more than 22 Diverse Poetry Picture Books for Kids to explore with kids during National Poetry Month and beyond. Enjoy!   Read more »

Comment | May 21, 2020, 7:00 am

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Sheltering in Place During a Pandemic

A discussion on how Sheltering in Place Shows Us a More Accessible World and which restrictions present new obstacles for people with disabilities.   Read more »

1 comment | May 13, 2020, 7:00 am

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Asian & Pacific Islander American Book Month

From Asian Author Alliance: Asian & Pacific Islander American Book Month To celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we... Read more »

1 comment | May 6, 2020, 6:00 am