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Spotlight on Medicine Wheel Publishing

Since the publication of its first book in 2016, Canada-based Medicine Wheel Publishing has been dedicated to creating culturally authentic Indigenous books and resource materials that invite readers of all ages to engage respectfully and meaningfully with Indigenous culture. This commitment began with Raven’s Feast and has continued to shape the company’s mission, but it […]

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Carrying Home in Our Hearts: Picture Books That Illuminate Refugee Experiences

This is one in our Double Scoop Sundae series featuring a pair of thematically-related books and ideas for teachers and library program developers seeking ways to extend reading from them. Picture books pack the power to introduce, share, and discuss a wide range of topics, including current events that can often be difficult for young minds to

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Branching Out: Family Units in Children’s Books

This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Sophie Morris. Family is one of the most important structures in a young child’s life, but family often looks different for every child. One way to teach kids about the beauty of families is through the beauty of picture books. With the reassurance and humor they provide,

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