Mar 27, 2024
Over the past decade, children’s literature has become far more diverse. In fact, research found that in 2022 about 45 percent of kids’ and teens’ books had a nonwhite author, illustrator, or compiler, which was up from only 8 percent in 2014.
How can we encourage representation in children’s books? What are the...
Mar 20, 2024
During the pandemic, 35% of the world increased their reading habits. And now, from book clubs to #BookTok, people have continued to turn to books as an anecdote to isolation and a way to build community.
Why is reading so transformative? How can we ensure everyone has access to books? And how can books...
Mar 13, 2024
According to the Department of Education, more than 8 million Americans are considered functionally illiterate, meaning they cannot read and comprehend short texts or understand basic vocabulary.
Illiteracy often leads to low self-esteem and isolation, as well as higher chances of unemployment and poverty.
What are the...
Mar 6, 2024
A survey found that one in five parents struggle to have meaningful conversations with their children. When it comes to topics like mental health, racism, shame, violence, and more, parents often strain to find the right way to introduce these topics to their children.
Could books be the answer to this problem?...