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Diverse Poetry Books to Celebrate National Poetry Month

April has been a busy month indeed! Did you read my post on celebrating Diverse KidLit on Earth Day? How... Read more »

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5 Must Follow Kids Bookstagram Accounts

5 Must Follow Kids Bookstagram Accounts to diversify your bookshelves, and curate a library nook that kids will never want to leave.   Read more »

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Autism Awareness Children’s Books

• Celebrate National Autism Awareness during April • An entire month devoted to raising awareness of autism and neurodiversity! You may be... Read more »

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Picture Books About Refugees | Biracial Bookworms

These picture books about refugees will facilitate an open dialogue with kids to help them process their emotions and confront bias.   Read more »

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5 Diverse Picture Books for Halloween

Here is a list of 5 diverse picture books for Halloween to enjoy during the spooky season and help you diversify your read alouds.   Read more »

Comment | October 19, 2021, 7:00 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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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Lee and Low Books: Mother’s Day Collection

Celebrate the fantastic women in your life by reading this Mother's Day Collection about the traditions of diverse cultures and places around the world.   Read more »

Comment | April 29, 2020, 6:00 am

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Books By Muslim Authors To Read

20+ Books By Muslim Authors To Read In 2020 is not an exhaustive list, but it’s a good place to begin if you’re looking to expand your #MuslimShelfSpace!   Read more »

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We Need Diverse Jewish and Muslim Books

It is vital to include religion in conversations around religion so The Horn Book has curate this excellent list of Diverse Jewish and Muslim Books.   Read more »

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Multicultural Children’s Books – The Power Of Community

It's amazing to see what a community can achieve together. These 12 multicultural children’s books on the power of community are a must for your library.   Read more »

Comment | April 1, 2020, 7:00 am