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9 Memorable Mother's Day Books For Kids
Being a mom is no easy job. As a preschooler mom myself, I have a mantra related to this exact sentiment. I picked it up from Dr. Becky Kennedy’s Good Inside podcast,(which I highly recommend for parents and caregivers looking for parenting advice and strategies). The mantra goes, “This feels hard because it is hard.” There’s reassurance in that acknowledgment, and there’s comfort in knowing I’m not the only one feeling this way.
Celebrating World Ocean Day…with LOBSTAH GAHDEN (plus a giveaway)
by Alli Brydon Tara, thank you so much for hosting me on your blog (one of my favorites, btw) to celebrate World Ocean Day coming up on June 8th! World Ocean Day has been designated by the United Nations as a day “for humanity to celebrate the ocean.” On June 8th every year, the global community comes together to recognize how essential our oceans are to our worldwide ecosystem and how important it is that we protect them.
How Tyler Public Library responds to censorship by patrons
Ashley Taylor, Tyler Public Library’s head librarian, says 13 years there has inured her to almost every circumstance. Still, she might have been a bit surprised the time an employee brought her a book about the restoration of the famous David statue, sculpted by Italian artist Michelangelo. A book about the restoration of Michaelangelo’s David statue, as one patron saw fit to edit.
Celebrating Banned Books Week 2020 - People For the American Way
Banned Books Week, an annual celebration of the freedom to read, takes place this year from Sept. 27 to Oct. 3. People For the American Way Foundation is a member of the Banned Books Week coalition, which coordinates and publicizes Banned Books Week events around the United States. This year’s theme is “Censorship is a dead end.
Banned Books Week 2020
Banned Books Week 2020 will be held September 27–October 3. The theme of this year’s event is “Censorship is a dead end. Find your freedom to read!” Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores, and libraries. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and open access to information.
Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale among most challenged books in U.S. in 2019
The American Library Association released its annual snapshot of books most “challenged” by parents and other community members on April 20, 2020. Margaret Atwood is the author of The Handmaid's Tale. (Jean Malek, McClelland & Stewart) Stories with gay and transgender themes, a spoof inspired by the family rabbit of vice-president Mike Pence, and classics by J.K. Rowling and Margaret Atwood were among the books that received the most objections last year at schools and libraries.
LGBTQ Books Most Challenged in Libraries
The American Library Association's annual report finds a rise in coordinated efforts against books with affirming LGBTQ themes and characters.
Everyone Gets a Say
by Jill Twiss, EG Keller On Sale: 06/02/2020 by Jill Twiss illustrated by EG Keller On Sale: 06/02/2020 Format: Book Overview Author Info Illustrator Info Product Details ISBN: 9780062933751 ISBN 10: 0062933752 Imprint: HarperCollins On Sale: 06/02/2020 Pages: 32 List Price:23.99 CAD Ages: 4 to 8 BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / Politics & Government BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories Jill Twiss Biography Jill Twiss is the author of...
Banned Books Week Sept. 22-28, 2019
Photo Credit: American Library Association Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores, and libraries. Typically held during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and open access to information.
The Top 11 Books Americans Tried To Ban Last Year
The biggest new addition this year:A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo, the second most challenged book of 2018. Getty Hundreds of individuals in the U.S. issue challenges to their local schools or libraries every year, attempting to get certain books banned. The typical reasoning is that the book in question highlights or endorses a value that the challenger doesn't hold, and doesn't want their child exposed to.
Read Now. Read Forever.
Read Now. Read Forever.
The Week in Libraries: April 12, 2019
Did you know that in 2016 there were 1.4 billion visits to public libraries across the country? Or, that the nation’s academic libraries hold some 2.5 billion items in their collections? Or, that only 61% of school libraries have a full-time school librarian, despite numerous studies showing the positive impact librarians have on student performance?
Last year's 11 most challenged books in schools and libraries " MobyLives
April 10, 2019 by Ryan Harrington Today marks the beginning of the American Library Association’s (ALA) National Library Week. The theme of this year’s festivities is “Libraries = Strong Communities,” a sentiment with which we whole heartedly agree. But we can’t take those communities for granted, and they’re under attack more often than you might realize during a walk through the stacks at your local branch.
Books by John Oliver and Angie Thomas on This Year’s List of ‘Most Challenged’ Titles
The American Library Association on Monday released its annual list of the “most challenged” books of last year — those that community members tried to get removed from their schools and libraries. It’s an imperfect measure, because the A.L.A. says most book challenges are not reported, but the objections noted for each book reflect some of the cultural issues dividing the United States: Six out of the 11 books were challenged for containing L.G.B.T.Q. characters.
Banned Books Week Coalition Asks Advocates to “Keep the Light On”
Banned Books Week Coalition (BBWC), of which Comic Book Legal Defense Fund is a proud member, has announced the theme for 2019, “Censorship Leaves Us In The Dark.” Banned Books Week will take place from September 22 through September 28, and seeks to urge publishers, booksellers, readers, teachers, and more to “Keep the Light On.” Since BBWC was founded in 1982, they have strived to shine a light on censorship by organizing events, producing resources to assist educators and librarians, all...
His Royal Dogness, Guy the Beagle
PRAISE FOR HIS ROYAL DOGNESS, GUY THE BEAGLE "Sit...Stay...Enjoy! Good reader!"âStephen Colbert "The Moby Dick of our time, only with a beagle.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Presents a Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo
HBO's Emmy-winning Last Week Tonight with John Oliver presents a children’s picture book about a Very Special boy bunny who falls in love with another boy bunny. Meet Marlon Bundo, a lonely bunny who lives with his Grampa, the Vice President of the United States. But on this Very Special Day, Marlon’s life is about to change forever… With its message of tolerance and advocacy, this charming children’s book explores issues of same sex marriage and democracy.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Presents a Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo
HBO's Emmy-winning Last Week Tonight with John Oliver presents a children's picture book about a Very Special boy bunny who falls in love with another boy bunny. Meet Marlon Bundo, a lonely bunny who lives with his Grampa, Mike Pence - the Vice President of the United States. But on this Very Special Day, Marlon's life is about to change forever... With its message of tolerance and advocacy, this charming children's book explores issues of same sex marriage and democracy.
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