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Librarian Prep Post: Season’s Readings for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa

It’s never too early to start planning for December. Stock up now with engaging, age-appropriate titles that celebrate the holidays and the spirit of community, all while supporting literacy and inclusion in your classroom or library.Read more

Happy Book Birthday: October New Releases

Check out these new titles releasing today to help young readers fill the shorter fall days!Read more

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From Meteors to Mars: A Stellar Space Roundup

From meteors racing across the sky to NASA’s ambitious missions to Mars, the universe offers endless inspiration for young readers. These new and upcoming space-themed titles invite students to explore the science, technology, and big questions behind our cosmic neighborhood. Perfect for sparking curiosity in classrooms and libraries, each book encourages readers to think beyond […]Read more

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Speaking Out Loud: The Voices Behind the New YA Nonfiction Ban This!

What would you do if your school removed books from the library—books that reflected your identity, your history, your reality? In Ban This!: How One School Fought Two Book Bans and Won (and How You Can Too), a powerful group of students and educators from Central York High School in Pennsylvania show exactly how they […]Read more

Watch Them Grow: An Interview with Author Carrie A. Pearson

Sure, baby animals are cute. But have you ever seen what they look like before they’re born? Watch Them Grow: The Fascinating Science of Animal Beginnings introduces readers to a variety of animals and shows how they develop some of their defining features. Today author Carrie A. Pearson joins us to share why she writes […]Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Books to Celebrate Native American Heritage Month

This fall is already busy with back-to-school activities, but November’s Native American Heritage Month will be here before you know it. We’ve selected a few books you can order, process, and spotlight ahead of time, ensuring your readers have authentic stories and voices to explore when the month begins.Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: September New Releases

Let’s take a peek at what we have in store for September as students and teachers get back into full swing!Read more

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Fall 2025 YA Nonfiction Roundup: Bold Voices, Real Stories

What connects fungi, book bans, democracy, and pop music superstars? They’re all part of this fall’s exciting YA nonfiction roundup. These titles tackle everything from mental health and memoir to activism and social justice, giving teens the chance to explore their world and imagine new futures.Read more

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Build Your Spanish Collection with Our Fall Releases

Our fall Spanish and bilingual books are here! This season’s collection includes fresh translations of popular titles, original Spanish-language works, and engaging nonfiction designed to support language learning and cultural exploration.Read more

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