The International Trans Day of Visibility, coming up on March 31, is a time to honor the accomplishments of trans and gender non-conforming people as well as to raise awareness about continuing struggles for equality. To be visible is to be seen, to be heard, and to be able to represent your own experience authentically

From peanut farmer to president, and then to human rights advocate and Sunday school teacher, President Jimmy Carter has worn many hats (including a Habitat for Humanity construction helmet). One thing has remained constant: President Carter’s strong sense of duty and his enduring faith. A Nobel Peace Prize recipient, President Carter has fostered a legacy

Hey, what’s going on right now? Spy balloons? Weather balloons? Something else? No one seems to know, or be willing to say, and that means one thing: UFOs. Of course, in a quite literal sense, a UFO is anything in the air we can’t, or don’t want to, identify. Sure, it doesn’t HAVE to mean

We are privileged to publish so many incredible books for young readers that have been honored this year by the American Library Association! Congratulations to all of our authors and illustrators who continue to create outstanding work for children and teens. Explore some of our award-winning titles below, and see a full list of this

Check out Super Mario Bros. Plumbing for super service and adventure! Serving Brooklyn and Queens, these mighty plumbers can tackle any problem that comes their way. The Super Mario Bros Movie hits theatres on April 7! There’s no better time to delve into the world of Nintendo. In addition to Mario and Luigi, Nintendo is

Celebrate the legacy of pioneering women throughout history and the continuing achievements of women today! Artists, activists, scientists, athletes, warriors–hear their voices this month and beyond. Feel inspired by these stories about amazing women who stood up, spoke out, struggled through, and soared. Check out our Women’s History Month title selections below! Women’s History Month –

Spring is on its way, and it’s time to renew and refresh! Take advantage of the warmer weather and go birding with Sibley Backyard Birding Flashcards. Use A Year in the Edible Garden to make delicious meals in tandem with the seasons, and teach children what they can grow in their own backyard with My

Dr. Seuss’s Birthday is a nationwide reading celebration that takes place annually on March 2 — Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Across the country, thousands of schools, libraries, and community centers participate by bringing together kids, teens, and books, and you can too!    

Read more about Black icons who have made incredible impacts in politics, activism, art, entertainment, sports, literature, and more! These biographies and memoirs tell the authors’ stories in their own voices, which, in turn, invite readers to explore their own identities and pen their own points of view. With books for all ages, children and

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better time to tell your friends, your partners, your family, your kids, and even your dog how much you care. Sharing love and kindness is something that returns back to us tenfold. Let your loved ones know how important they are to you, and watch

Take a tour around the world without ever leaving your kitchen with Kitchen Passport. Celebrate the joy in everyday life with Black Archives, and get an early kickstart to spring with some colorful friends in Happy Easter from the Crayons. February is full of great titles to discover. See our staff picks lists below to

February marks Black History Month: a time to commemorate the lives and work of Black trailblazers, from artists and scientists to freedom fighters and politicians. Learn their stories, listen to contemporary voices advocating for the work that’s still left to be done, and celebrate Black excellence and culture through food, fashion, music, art, and more.