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Celebrate Nonfiction November with Daily Read-Aloud Videos!
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Celebrate Nonfiction November with Daily Read-Aloud Videos!

November is here, and it’s time to celebrate the power of nonfiction! This year, we’re excited to continue this annual tradition of Nonfiction November—a month-long celebration where we’ll be sharing fun and engaging read-aloud videos of some of our favorite nonfiction books. Sign up to join Nonfiction November, or keep reading to learn more about […]Read more "Celebrate Nonfiction November with Daily Read-Aloud Videos!"
The 5 Kinds of Nonfiction: A Tactical Deep Dive with FREE DOWNLOADS

The 5 Kinds of Nonfiction: A Tactical Deep Dive with FREE DOWNLOADS

The importance of teaching students to read nonfiction has never been more clear. To summarize NCTE’s Position Statement: “It is a rich and compelling genre that . . . empowers young people in the face of current and emerging challenges locally and globally, such as racial, cultural, social, and economic injustice, censorship and disinformation, and […]Read more "The 5 Kinds of Nonfiction: A Tactical Deep Dive with FREE DOWNLOADS"
Learning is Fun on Sesame Street®

Learning is Fun on Sesame Street®

By Alice Meichsner Welcome to Sesame Street®! Home of Elmo, Bert and Ernie, Cookie Monster, Grover and many more beloved characters, this neighborhood of fuzzy monsters has been teaching audiences for generations. Join your favorite furry friends this spring as they explore emotions, science, careers, and more! Young readers will learn essential life skills for […]Read more "Learning is Fun on Sesame Street®"
Calling All Biographies

Calling All Biographies

Give readers crucial context for current events with must-have biographies. Dive into the stories behind important leaders and the experiences that defined them, from politicians making headlines today to under-celebrated historical figures and celebrities.Read more "Calling All Biographies"
We Have Answers!: Follow up to the Webinar 5 Ways to Increase Nonfiction Circulation and Create Passionate Nonfiction Readers

We Have Answers!: Follow up to the Webinar 5 Ways to Increase Nonfiction Circulation and Create Passionate Nonfiction Readers

Lerner was thrilled to sponsor this SLJ Webcast on October 13, 2022, featuring eight library leaders talking about how librarians can get kids more interested and excited about the nonfiction books in their collection. The speakers had such great ideas for generating excitement and enthusiasm for books—ranging from March madness brackets and virtual field trips […]Read more "We Have Answers!: Follow up to the Webinar 5 Ways to Increase Nonfiction Circulation and Create Passionate Nonfiction Readers"
Young Adult Nonfiction Round-Up
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Young Adult Nonfiction Round-Up

Nonfiction for middle and high school readers serves an important purpose in challenging, informing, and equipping our leaders of tomorrow. Whether you’re looking to expand your YA nonfiction collection or to fill specific gaps, we’ve got superb options for you below. Read on for a star-studded list of titles from Spring 2022, followed by an […]Read more "Young Adult Nonfiction Round-Up"