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Sharing STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) picture books with characters of color can be a valuable way to promote diversity and inclusivity in children’s literature and to inspire an…

Black History Month is one of my favorite times of year! It’s a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black people throughout history. It’s also a time when…

Every year on February 11th, we celebrate National Inventors Day to honor the individuals who have made significant contributions to our world through their inventions and innovations. While we often…

It’s Multicultural Children’s Book Day! I love celebrating this day, not only because I’m a proud MCBD Sponsor, but also because I understand the value of sharing multicultural children’s books…

Kid Inventors’ Day is a holiday that celebrates the creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills of young inventors. It is observed annually on January 17th in honor of Benjamin Franklin’s birthday,…

Teaching kids to be accountable for their actions can be a challenge, especially when they’re young. Nevertheless, it’s an important life skill that we must instill, as it will help…

Christmas is a time of fun, family, food and of course gifts! Gift giving can sometimes be a bit daunting, especially when you’re trying to determine what to get the…

Election season reminds us all of the importance of civic engagement. I considered how important it is to teach this concept to children as well. By nature, children are curious…

Picture books are an important part of the learning process of a child. Not only can they be a child’s first introduction to an outside world, they can also be…