Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath
John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath was first published on March 14,1939. The story of the Joad family—migrants who left …
NCTE Books by Women—Update for 2022
In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating recent books from NCTE written or edited by …
Celebrating Naomi Shihab Nye!
Naomi Shihab Nye, born March 12, 1952, is a poet, songwriter, and novelist. Although she calls herself a “wandering poet”, …
Closing Out the 2022 African American Read-In
We have spent the month of February looking at the African American Read-In. Read-Ins can happen almost anywhere, from homes, …
#AARI22 and the NCTE Video Library
During the month of February, schools, churches, libraries, bookstores, community and professional organizations, and interested citizens are urged to make …
The 2022 African American Read-In
To be recognized as an official African American Read-In Host, it’s easy as I, 2, 3: Select books, poems, speeches, …
New NCTE Texts and the 2022 African American Read-In
During February, the month of the African American Read-In, we continue our theme of spotlighting connections with thoughtful NCTE texts. …
Get Ready for World Read Aloud Day!
World Read Aloud Day, recognized on February 1, motivates children, teens, and adults to celebrate the power of words. This …
Multicultural Children’s Book Day
The 9th annual Multicultural Children’s Book Day will take place on January 28, 2022. The mission of this day, held …
Celebrating Author and Poet Pat Mora!
Poet and author Pat Mora was born on January 19, 1942. Her birthday is the perfect time to celebrate her …