When the pandemic hit and my coworkers and I weren’t allowed to work for 5 weeks while we were on complete lockdown, I decided to try something that I’ve always wanted to do – Learn some American Sign Language (ASL). I took a super basic course online, learned a lot about ASL history, deaf culture,Continue reading “ASL Storytime: ABC’s and 123’s”
Tag Archives: representation
Storytime: Family!
There are SO MANY fantastic stories about families! Seriously I have a hard time choosing what to include! No matter what I decide, I always make sure different family types are represented. I know the bond between a child and a mom or a child and a dad is really special, but not all kidsContinue reading “Storytime: Family!”
Homlessness in Kidlit Booklist
Home stability and fair housing has long been an issue here in America and with current events, it has only gotten worse. People experiencing homelessness are often characterized as drug addicts, criminals, lazy and not deserving of respect or kindness. Here’s a list of books to explain the importance of kindness, understanding, and representation ofContinue reading “Homlessness in Kidlit Booklist”
LGBTQ+ Positive Chapter Books
Here’s part two of my LGBTQ+ positive booklist series! This booklist features chapter books for kids ages 7-12 years. If you missed the first post of picturebooks for ages 2-7 years, it can be found here.
LGBTQ+ Positive Picturebooks
Get ready because this is a long one! Plus, it’s a two-parter, as I’ve separated picturebooks (for 2-7 yr. olds) and books for older readers (7-12 year olds) into two different lists. Though there are classics such as Heather Has Two Mommies or Daddy’s Roomate, publishing has really done well lately with focusing on positiveContinue reading “LGBTQ+ Positive Picturebooks”
Librarian Ginny 