Ramadan is known to many as the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, a time for traditional fasting and prayer, as well as community and personal reflection. And with Ramadan’s observances come many sights and sounds familiar to those of the Muslim faith: fawanees lanterns, prayer rugs, kunafa, and wishes of “Ramadan Mubarak.” But what … Continue reading Revealing the Wondrous Beauty of a Ramadan Night with Nadine Presley
It’s been an exciting start to March this week, especially because it kicks off Women’s History Month! We’ll be posting all month about books that celebrate the contributions of women to our past, present, and future, and we’re starting with women in STEM! There are so many amazing books that feature female scientific minds and … Continue reading Women’s History Month: Women in STEM!
It’s the first Tuesday of the month, which means it’s the first of March’s book birthdays! And there is a lot to celebrate about the books this week, from two cookbooks for budding chefs, books that celebrate the arrival of spring, books with mysteries to untangle, and books about finding one’s place in the world. … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: March 3rd Edition!
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
As winter draws to a close and spring knocks on the door, everything is becoming a little fresher: the air, the grass, and our TBRs! And with March on the way, there is a whole world of new reads that are perfect for adding that little bit of freshness, and we're here with our favorites. … Continue reading 20 Fresh New Kids Books in March That Will Make a Spectacular Start to Spring
