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Nonfiction November: Free Read-Alouds for Teachers and Librarians

Every November, educators and librarians across the country celebrate Nonfiction November, a month dedicated to exploring the power of true stories, real-world topics, and informational texts. When you sign up for Nonfiction November, you’ll receive free weekly video read-alouds featuring carefully selected nonfiction titles that spark curiosity, inspire discussion, and encourage students to learn more […]Read more

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Celebrating 250 Years of American Stories

As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, these books highlight the diverse voices and defining events that built the United States. These standout titles—spanning biography, history, and series nonfiction—offer fresh ways for readers to explore the past while connecting it to the present.Read more

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The Real Rosalind: An Interview with Authors Debbie Loren Dunn and Janet Fox

For years, Rosalind Franklin’s name has lingered in the background of one of science’s greatest discoveries, but her full story has remained largely untold. In The Real Rosalind, authors Debbie Loren Dunn and Janet Fox bring her out of the margins and into focus, revealing a scientist whose work, curiosity, and determination extended far beyond […]Read more

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What Good Is a Dead Tree?: An Interview with Author Doug Wechsler

What happens when a tree falls and begins to decay? In What Good Is a Dead Tree?: A Science Mystery, author and photographer Doug Wechsler reveals the hidden world inside a rotting log, where insects, fungi, and other organisms work together to recycle nutrients and sustain the forest. Today, Doug joins us to share what […]Read more

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The Ocean’s Heart: An Interview with Author Jilanne Hoffman

Every night zooplankton race to the ocean’s surface to feed on tiny plants called phytoplankton, creating the largest migration of animals on Earth. The Ocean’s Heart: The Tiny Creatures Essential to Life by Jilanne Hoffmann and illustrated by Khoa Le takes readers on an unforgettable journey as these zooplankton bring nutrients from the surface down […]Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Building AAPI Heritage Month Collections

As you plan displays and programming for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, books can serve as powerful entry points for learning and discussion. These titles showcase diverse voices and experiences, helping readers better understand the histories and cultures that shape Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Earth Day & Poetry Month

This Earth Day and Poetry Month, explore books that encourage readers to reflect on the natural world and express their ideas through language, imagery, and story.Read more

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February Happy Book Birthday

We are proud to share the February new releases from Lerner Publishing Group. These titles include picture books to help young readers find peace and understanding, graphic novels encouraging kindness and cooperation, and middle grade novels emphasizing using your voice.Read more

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Social Studies Roundup: Exploring History, Culture, and Society

What can a sewer system, a pair of shoes, or a fireworks display tell us about history and culture? This Social Studies roundup highlights books that uncover surprising stories and deeper meaning behind everyday topics, global events, and human experiences.Read more

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