Black History Month isn’t just about history. It’s about recognizing the impact of Black culture and individuals on our collective past, present, and future. We hope that you and your young readers take this last day of Black History Month to reflect and celebrate the rich beauty and value of Black identities across time. Happy … Continue reading Black History Month: Celebrating Past, Present, and Future
It’s the last week of Black History Month, to finish it out with fanfare, and we’re celebrating a different aspect of Black children’s literature for the next few days. Today’s theme: fantasy and folklore! From traditional folktales to fairy tale reimaginings, from modern fantasies to Afrofuturism, these are just a few of the marvelous books … Continue reading Black History Month: Fantasy, Folklore & Science Fiction
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow! Just enough time to grab a special treat for your littlest Valentines. Because while chocolates and flowers are lovely, there’s nothing sweeter than curling up together with a book! Kisses, Kisses, Head to Toe by Karen Katz Will You Be My Valentine? by Cristina Petit Chicka Chicka I Love You by … Continue reading Valentine’s Day: Picture & Board Books for Little Valentines
It’s week two of Black History Month and only a few days until Valentine’s Day, so it’s the perfect time to explore books that celebrate love in Black families! From parents to children to grandparents to cousins to aunties and beyond, here are some lovely recent books that represent how love forms the foundation of … Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day: Celebrating Black Love
Happy February! It’s the season of Puppy Love—and a bit of Kitty Love, too! Between Valentine’s festivities from the Heeler Family, a lovestruck adventure with Dolly Parton’s canine pal Billy, and sweet tales of pets’ faves and forever families, there are plenty of titles to help the little animal lovers in your life celebrate the … Continue reading Happy Valentine’s: Puppy (and Kitty) Love!
The Baby Bookworm 