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School Library Journal is the premiere publication for librarians and information specialists who work with children and teens. A source of quality, award-winning journalism and reviews for 70 years, SLJ publishes 5,000+ reviews annually.
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13 Adult Books for Teens (even New Adults) | Roundup
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13 Adult Books for Teens (even New Adults) | Roundup
These adult titles with teen appeal feature a range of genres and topics, from magical adventures and mysteries to nonfiction explorations of everything Taylor Swift and and unexpected debut from John...
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Students Analyze Legislative Testimony in Banned Books Week Lesson
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Students Analyze Legislative Testimony in Banned Books Week Lesson
Texas school librarian Minda Anderson created a lesson for AP English students to analyze rhetoric and learn about banned books and censorship.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 20h
October Mock Newbery Nomination Results: 38 titles and a tie at the top
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October Nomination Results: 38 titles and a tie at the top
Our October Mock Newbery nomination list included 38 different titles. Two books lead the pack with 15 nominations: THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES by Kate Messner and THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aub...
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 1d
2025 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature Finalists Announced
Three novels in verse among the five honored titles.
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2025 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature Finalists Announced
The five titles honored by the National Book Foundation include three novels in verse.
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SLJ Starred Review: 'Words Matter: The Story of Hans and Sophie Scholl, and the White Rose Resistance' by Anita Fitch Pazner, illus. by Sophie Casson
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Words Matter: The Story of Hans and Sophie Scholl, and the White Rose Resistance
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 1d
2 Books About Chuseok for Young Readers
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2 Books About Chuseok for Young Readers
Chuseok is a Korean harvest festival on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar. This year, it falls on October 6. Share these two books with little ones to teach them about Chuseok and ce...
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 1d
Citizen Historians for the Smithsonian Is Creating a Digital Archive of Exhibits
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Citizen Historians for the Smithsonian Is Creating a Digital Archive of Exhibits
The all-volunteer initiative is documenting exhibits at the more than 20 Smithsonian Institution museums and the National Zoo in response to the Trump administration's announcement that museums' conte...
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 1d
6 Seasonal Offerings That Celebrate Fall Holidays and Beyond
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6 Seasonal Offerings That Celebrate Fall Holidays and Beyond
Celebrate Diwali, Mid-Autumn Festival, and a wedding with these fun fall titles!
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Banned Books Week Youth Honorary Chair Iris Mogul talks with Banned Books Week Honorary Chair George Takei, as well as other youth advocates as part of Banned Books Week 2025 events.
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Youth Honorary Chair Leads Banned Books Week Conversations
Iris Mogul talks with Banned Books Week Honorary Chair George Takei, as well as other youth advocates as part of Banned Books Week 2025 events.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 2d
Banned Books Week 2025 Resources to Educate, Inspire Action
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Banned Books Week 2025 Resources to Educate, Inspire Action
These resources and ideas from ALA, Unite Against Book Bans, the National Coalition Against Censorship, and others will help plan for Banned Books Week Oct. 5-11.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 2d
Challenge: Reading Beyond Our Personal Bans | Pearl's & Ruby's
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Challenge: Reading Beyond Our Personal Bans
Let’s fight book bans on a personal level, one book at a time. Because bans aren't only about books; they’re working to erase people and their stories.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 3d
Stocking up on favorites | Fiction Series Editorial
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Stocking up on favorites| Series Made Simple Editorial
Whether it's the latest book in a favorite series or the next great read, librarians will find plenty of options to keep their most voracious patrons satisfied.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 4d
77 Picture Book Series That Encourage Readers to Embrace the Journey | Picture Book Fiction Series
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77 Picture Book Series That Encourage Readers to Embrace the Journey | Picture Book Fiction Series
These picture book series offer a sweet escape into education or entertainment.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 5d
Citizen Historians for the Smithsonian Is Creating a Digital Archive of Exhibits
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Citizen Historians for the Smithsonian Is Creating a Digital Archive of Exhibits
The all-volunteer initiative is documenting exhibits at the more than 20 Smithsonian Institution museums and the National Zoo in response to the Trump administration's announcement that museums' conte...
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 5d
Good Comics for Kids Exclusive: Minecraft: Open World—The Ender Trials | News
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Exclusive: Minecraft: Open World—The Ender Trials | News
Dark Horse unveils a new volume in its middle-grade Minecraft series.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 6d
Library Advocacy Requires a Voice in the Legislative Process
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Library Advocacy Requires a Voice in the Legislative Process
Having a say in legislation is a critical piece of advocacy right now. Hear from experts on how to help grassroots organizations, testify before boards and legislators, and make an impact.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 6d
Kwame Alexander to Keynote 2025 SLJ Summit.
Join us in Baltimore. Register now!
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Kwame Alexander to Keynote 2025 SLJ Summit
Join the Newbery-winning author and peers from around the country for a weekend of professional development and expanding your professional learning community.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 7d
SLJ Review: You Are a Star, Jane Goodall by Dean Robbins, ­illus. by Hatem Aly
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You Are a Star, Jane Goodall
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 7d
Mychal Threets To Host ‘Reading Rainbow’ Reboot
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Mychal Threets To Host
The new episodes will air every Saturday in October onKidZuko on YouTube and the Reading Rainbow website.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 7d
PEN America Releases Latest Public Schools Book Ban Report
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PEN America Releases Latest Public Schools Book Ban Report
PEN America released data for the 2024–25 school year, with more than 6,800 instances of book bans in districts across the country.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 7d
Amanda Jones Named to 2025 TIME100 Next List
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Amanda Jones Named to 2025 TIME100 Next List
The 2021 School Librarian of the Year was recognized for her library advocacy and fight against censorship and book bans.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 7d
Kwame Alexander to Keynote 2025 SLJ Summit
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Kwame Alexander to Keynote 2025 SLJ Summit
Join the Newbery-winning author and peers from around the country for a weekend of professional development and expanding your professional learning community.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 8d
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Scholastic To Launch New Nonfiction Book Fair in the Spring
The Discovery Fair will feature STEAM titles and science kits and will be available starting in January
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 9d
It’s Nomination Time: Share your top three 2026 Newbery contenders so far
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It’s Nomination Time: Share your top three 2026 Newbery contenders so far
The first round of our 2026 Mock Newbery nominations begins today. Let us know what your top three contenders are by October 4th.
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School Library Journal @slj.com · 12d
Uncovering Candidates’ School Library Stances: How to Create Surveys that Work | Politics in Prose
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Uncovering Candidates’ School Library Stances: How to Create Surveys that Work
Our colleagues at ACT4SL are hosting “Uncovering Candidates’ School Library Stances: How to Create Surveys that Work”, a virtual event on Tuesday, September 30, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EDT. As library adv...
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