Joyful books and free educator resources!
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Big Bear and Little Fish
A great read aloud!
Gentle, accessible prose by Sandra Nickel is paired with richly textured illustrations by Il Sung Na in this sweet story of unexpected friendship.
“A delightful tale of unexpected friendship.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“This story showcases our similarities, even if we might not see them at first glance, opening the door to discussion about how we connect with each other more deeply than appearances.”
— Children’s Literature
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Finding Family: The Duckling Raised by Loons
On a lake in northern Wisconsin in 2019, loon researchers were surprised to discover a mother and father loon caring for a mallard duckling. Normally loons and mallards live very different lives and do not get along. Follow along as the duckling grows and displays a mix of both loon behaviors and mallard behaviors. Intriguing verse and striking illustrations combine in this heartwarming tale of unexpected animal cooperation.
“Engaging natural science for the very young.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“An entertaining and informative story that will find a home in many collections.”
— School Library Journal
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Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults Teaching Guide!
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We’ve heard from educators in Canada and across the United States that they are sharing Braiding Sweet Grass for Young Adults with their biology, ecology, and literature students!
This resource was authored by Odia Wood-Krueger, author and principal investigator of the research report, “Restoring Our Place,” commissioned by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community as part of its Understand Native Minnesota campaign. She is Métis from Saskatchewan, Canada, and works as a consultant for curriculum and community engagement projects.
Download it for free!
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| Free Discussion Guide Download |
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May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! One great way to celebrate is to read some of the amazing stories that showcase such rich history and culture of these communities.
Read on to see our ‘must-read’ book recommendations for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month!
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Censorship Resources
It’s hard to avoid news of book bans and challenges around the country right now. We want to take this opportunity to remind you of some resources we’ve put together for librarians, educators, and others interested in preserving access to books.
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With ESSER funding set to expire soon, the time is now to use available dollars and provide equitable access to engaging books. Students who have reading materials easily available have better literacy rate outcomes and higher overall test scores. Remind your district that books are imperative for the overall growth and development of students. Stock your classroom libraries with the best books for your students.
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| Explore Classroom Libraries and More! |
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Invisible link
