Category: Announcements

Lifting Diverse Voices – Free Webinar

Are your teen readers interested in social justice? Are they connecting to the nonfiction content they’re reading? Join moderator Cicely Lewis and authors Talia Aikens-Nuñez, Lars Ortiz, and Dr. Artika Tyner as they discuss three fascinating YA books featuring authentic voices and hidden figures in history, which are sure to inspire discussion and action.

Read on to see what each author will be bringing to the presentation and how their books help educate and engage teen readers!

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It’s STEM-tember!

Here at Lerner, September is STEM-tember! The fields of science, technology, engineering, and math are essential to the fabric of our society. From robotics to chemistry, the STEM categories include a variety of fascinating subjects. Though historically these industries have lacked diversity, they are becoming more welcoming every year. Help encourage students to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math with our STEM-tember titles, just a handful of which are featured below!

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60 Years Later: Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Iconic Speech

As we mark another year since the resounding words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. echoing across the National Mall, it’s a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the enduring significance of his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. As part of our tribute, we’ll also be spotlighting a selection of titles that focus on the life and memory of Martin Luther King Jr., inviting you to delve deeper into the legacy of this remarkable leader and the movement he inspired many years ago.

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