National Inventors Day: Celebrating the Contributions of Black Inventors
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    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…

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    Benefits of Adding Multicultural Children’s Books to Your Home and School Library
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    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…

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    4 Ways You Can Celebrate Kid Inventors’ Day
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    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,…

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    Five Easy Ways to Teach Self-Accountability to Children
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    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…

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    Why Holiday Shopping Should Start With Picture Books
    Why Holiday Shopping Should Start With Picture Books
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    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…

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    Ways to Teach Children Civic Responsibility
    7 Fantastic Ways to Teach Children Civic Responsibility
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    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…

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    The Importance of Picture Books to Child Development
    The Importance of Picture Books to Child Development
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    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…

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    Ways to Encourage Empathy in Children
    5 WAYS TO ENCOURAGE EMPATHY IN CHILDREN
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    Empathy is vital for social development — it’s what allows us to understand how other people feel and think, and enables us to interact with them in healthy ways. Studies…

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    Why Multicultural Children's Books Matter in the Classroom
    Why Multicultural Children’s Books Matter in the Classroom
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    Children’s books are an important part of any classroom. They are a great way to engage your students and help them learn new things. The best books are those that…

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    Tips on Discussing Race With Your Children
    Let’s Talk About Race: 7 Tips Allies Can Use When Discussing Race With Your Children
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    If we are to move the needle of social justice forward, we must have honest conversations about race. These conversations are necessary within and outside of BIPOC communities, and should…

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