This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Shanti Liu My parents immigrated to the United States from Fuzhou, Fujian, China. From then on, my mom and dad felt that very little truly belonged to them. The food they ate was unfamiliar, the houses they lived in were temporary, and the country they built their […]
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Shanti Liu. Every summer, we come together to celebrate Pride. The origin of Pride dates back to the June 1969 Stonewall Protests in New York City. During these protests, brave individuals from the LGBTQI+ community stood up for their civil rights and sparked a movement that would
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Sophie Morris. Found all over the world, the lotus flower has inspired humankind for centuries. Generations of lotus rising from the murky waters and striving towards sunlight turned it into a symbol of resilience and beauty across cultures. Picture books offer a unique and accessible glimpse into
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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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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Sophie Morris Looking for some hands-on books for babies and toddlers? Make storytime more engaging with these titles that combine classic children’s rhymes and sign language! Did you know that babies can learn hand gestures before being able to communicate in full words? Teaching babies sign language
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Zoe Spangler. Libraries are more than just places filled with dusty books and information databases; they’re vital community centers open to everyone, regardless of status or background. They provide social access for older adults, the wherewithal to enrich child-raising support for parents, language connection for immigrants, and
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Zoe Spangler. In today’s world, where hate, fear, and violence often dominate the headlines, it’s even more important to come together on a day like World Kindness Day. This global event serves as a reminder of how small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect that
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Vi Hendrix “Books create waves.” If you’re familiar with that phrase, then you’ve probably heard of Little Island Books. The independent, Dublin-based publisher was founded in 2010 by Siobhán Parkinson, Ireland’s first children’s laureate. To this day, they remain committed to their founding ideals of releasing high-quality
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This article was authored by Publisher Spotlight intern Vi Hendrix Scallywag Press, a UK-based publisher who recently celebrated their six-year anniversary, has been recognized by numerous awards for the quality and artistry of their titles. They primarily focus on picture books, illustrated nonfiction, and early chapter books for young readers. In the past few years,
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