A new picture book, based on Sam Cooke’s iconic anthem “A Change Is Gonna Come” is set to publish this year via Little Bee ...

To break this long-standing practice, teachers are using picture books to provide valuable lessons on Black historical figures and events. Dawnavyn James, a PhD student and graduate fellow with the ...

While the new administration takes aim at DEI initiatives, there’s one place where diversity is alive and well: Children’s literature. At a time when book bans are raging and the federal government is ...

In celebration of Black History Month, we spoke with seven children's authors about their books showcasing Black cultural and historical figures, and the importance of teaching young people about the ...

A sampling of some worthwhile 2024 picture books that didn’t make it into the column last year but, nevertheless, deserve ...

February is Black History Month. This annual observance originated in the United States, but is also observed in Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. In the United States, Black History Month ...