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Bands for the Banned

Bands for the Banned

With book bans and censorship on the rise, Lerner Publishing Group is proud to present “Bands for the Banned,” a concert supporting the freedom to read diverse voices in schools and public libraries and to ensure free expression for all those silenced. Join Lerner and four Minneapolis bands for a night to rally support for librarians, authors, and artists […]Read more "Bands for the Banned"
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!"
A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: An Interview with Author Rebecca E. Hirsch
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A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: An Interview with Author Rebecca E. Hirsch

For the fans of science, history, and gothic horror, A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: Wicked Weeds and Sinister Seeds entertains and informs with profiles on nature’s deadliest plants. The gorgeously intricate illustrations by Eugenia Nobati set the tone for a wild journey into the fascinating histories of these plants as implements of medicine, warfare, […]Read more "A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: An Interview with Author Rebecca E. Hirsch"
The Mistakes That Made Us: An Interview with Authors Charles Waters and Irene Latham
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The Mistakes That Made Us: An Interview with Authors Charles Waters and Irene Latham

Everyone makes mistakes! The Mistakes That Made Us: Confessions from Twenty Poets collects poems of various forms from twenty brave poets who share real-life blunders they made as young people…and what happened next. With gorgeous illustrations from Mercè López, each poem gives readers a look into the beautiful and sometimes painful process of growing up. […]Read more "The Mistakes That Made Us: An Interview with Authors Charles Waters and Irene Latham"
Slippery, Spicy, Tingly: An Interview with Author Yangsook Choi
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Slippery, Spicy, Tingly: An Interview with Author Yangsook Choi

There’s nothing more delicious than a good mystery! And Keo’s grandmother reveals the best treasure in Slippery, Spicy, Tingly: A Kimchi Mystery by Yangsook Choi. In this heartwarming picture book, Keo’s halmoni unexpectedly comes to visit and digs a hole in the backyard. He’s not sure what’s going on, but he’s going to find out! […]Read more "Slippery, Spicy, Tingly: An Interview with Author Yangsook Choi"
Librarian Prep Post: Native American Indian Heritage Month
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Librarian Prep Post: Native American Indian Heritage Month

November is Native American Indian Heritage Month, a great time to celebrate the cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples. To mark the occasion, we’ve gathered some inspiring books for young readers featuring incredible Native American figures like Jim Thorpe, the world’s greatest athlete, and Mary Golda Ross, a trailblazing aerospace engineer.Read more "Librarian Prep Post: Native American Indian Heritage Month"

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