Celebrate the 2026 African American Read-In with Award-Winning Children’s Books
Each February since 1990, NCTE’s National African American Read-In (AARI) has brought together students, teachers, families, and communities from all …
The National African American Read-In Builds On Decades of Literary Tradition
The 2025 National African American Read-In saw more than 123,000 participants, with students in classrooms across the country engaging with …
Asian/Pacific American Heritage in the ELA Classroom
In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May, we’ve curated a selection of NCTE …
Jewish American Heritage in the ELA Classroom
In celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month this May, we’ve curated a selection of NCTE award-winning books, book rationales, classroom …
Arab American Heritage in the ELA Classroom
In celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month this April, we’ve curated a selection of NCTE award-winning books, book rationales, …
Kick Off the African American Read-In with Award-Winning Children’s Books
This February, NCTE is once again honored to convene the African American Read-In, an opportunity for students, teachers, families, and …
2025 Award-Winning Books by Indigenous Authors
The 2025 Children’s Book Awards, announced at the Children’s Book Awards Luncheon on November 23 in Boston, was a thrilling …
Build Your Stack®: Quenching Reading Thirst in a Book Desert
This blog post was written by NCTE member Nichole Folkman. It is part of Build Your Stack®, an NCTE initiative focused …
Build Your Stack®: Preparing Students to Engage in a Global World: Reading the World in ELA Classrooms
This blog post was written by NCTE member Dr. Sawsan Jaber. It is part of Build Your Stack®, an NCTE initiative …
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day!
On the last Saturday in April, Independent Bookstore Day is recognized! It brings together the celebration of classics, entrepreneurship, and …