Diverse Children and YA Book Reviewers -We need you for MCBD2022! (1/28/22)
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Over the last 9+ years as Project Manager for MCBD, I’ve had the honor of working with a wide range of amazing authors who are all striving to create beautiful books that fill a gap and a need.
One thing I know for sure is that, when I ask them why they write diverse books for kids or teens, they never say, “I write books because I want to make a million bucks.”
NEVER.
As we return to the classroom, Language Lizard takes a look at where we have been in order to understand how we can support bilingual students right now. Today, we will share how you can prepare your classroom for bilingual students and reimagine their education beyond modern crises.
One of the many missions of MCBD is to always be shining the spotlight on authors of diverse kidlit. Thanks to the talents of MCBD Team Member and long-time CoHost, Leanna Guillen-Mora, we are excited to announce the addition of a reoccurring Instagram Live feature! Every Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. ET., followers can tune in and learn more about these amazing authors and their books.
Here’s a look at who Leanna interviewed this week!
Leanna talked with author Amanda Bay Pimentel about her new picture book about the life of Pura Belpré, perfect for Hispanic Heritage Month!
An Interview with Chad Chenail, Producer, and Staff Writer, America’s Test Kitchen Kids By Jodi Murphy
Just like their parents, kids are deeply engaged in listening to podcasts so it’s important that their podcasts are inclusive so every child can hear themselves in the stories they listen to.