As Black History Month draws to a close, today we’re celebrating Black girl magic: the beauty, brainpower, brilliance, bravery, and overall blessings that Black and Brown women and girls bring to the world. Our Gracie Aunt by Jacqueline Woodson, illus. by Monica Mikai Sulwe by Lupita Nyong’o, illus. by Vashti Harrison Venus Washington and the … Continue reading Black History Month: Black Girl Magic
It’s that time of the week, folks: Book Birthday time again! We’ve got an abundance of offerings this week, including several that were on our list for the most anticipated children’s books of February! If you’re looking for a laugh, a cry, a mystery, an adventure, or a warm hug of a read, this week’s … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday: February 24th Edition!
So far, 2026 has been an amazing year for middle grade fiction! There have been so many powerful novels that offer humor, heartbreak, heroism, and healing. These are a few of our recent favs; what are some of yours? Dante N. Ferno is NOT a Loser by Brian Gordon The Moon Without Stars by Chanel … Continue reading Sunday Reading: Middle Grade Recommendations
It’s the third week of Black History Month, and this week we are celebrating Black women who have made an impact! From artists to activists, from writers to revolutionaries, from suffragettes to superstars, Black women have always been at the forefront of culture, community, and social justice. Letters to Misty: How to Move Through Life … Continue reading Black History Month: Celebrating Black Women
Only two days left until Valentine’s Day! If your young reader is looking for a little romance to get their shelves in the Valentine mood, here are some swoon-worthy middle grade novels that are perfect for the hopeless romantic! Jane Stays Dreaming by Britnee Meiser What If You Fall for Me First? by G.F. Miller … Continue reading Valentine’s Day: Swoony Middle Grade Romance!
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